Good morning, McKinney.

Nasib Ahsan, 35, was sentenced to life in prison on March 10 after pleading guilty to strangling his 31-year-old, pregnant wife on Dec.

25, 2023 at his McKinney apartment—court records described the act as premeditated domestic violence.

A McKinney man, Nasib Ahsan, pleaded guilty to strangling his pregnant wife on Dec.

25th and received a life sentence—Collin County District Attorney Greg Willis said the sentence follows a Christmas Day welfare check that led officers to her apartment—.

The Council on American-Islamic Relations condemned Gov. Abbott's investigation into the proposed EPIC City development near Josephine, where the East Plano Islamic Center plans to build a mosque and 1,000 homes — CAIR DFW said the probe spreads hateful misinformation and abuses power by targeting religious expression and funeral services.

Results from the Dallas-area UIL district track meets for Class 5A girls showed top finishes by teams including Aledo, McKinney North and Chisholm Trail—athletes set strong marks in sprints, relays and field events during meets held April 2nd to 3rd.

Results from Dallas-area UIL district track meets for Class 5A boys events were released after meets held April 2–3 at venues such as Saginaw High School and Lovejoy High School.

Aledo led District 5–5A while McKinney North won District 9–5A—top finishers posted strong times and distances across races, jumps and throws.

Toddler Time for Ages 16 Months to 3 Years

10:30-11:00 a.m. — John and Judy Gay Public Library — Free admission — A delightful opportunity for toddlers to engage in activities at the library.

Arts in Bloom Festival

4:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. — Historic Downtown McKinney — Free entry — Experience a vibrant weekend of artistic enchantment in a charming historic setting with over 120 talented artists.

Alpha Showdown

9 AM – 12 PM — Life Time — Refunds available up to 7 days prior — Challenge yourself in a series of mixed modality workouts against fellow athletes.

Arts in Bloom Festival

12-5 p.m. — Historic Downtown McKinney — Free entry — Experience vibrant creativity with over 120 artists amidst picturesque historic charm.

Baby & Me (0-10 Months)

9:30-10:00 AM — Roy & Helen Hall Memorial Library — Free — A delightful program for infants and their caregivers to connect and engage.

Little Explorers for Ages 3-5

10:00 AM - 10:45 AM — Roy & Helen Hall Memorial Library — Free — Bring your little ones for a fun and engaging exploration experience for early learners.

Juggling Club at OSRC

6-8 p.m. — Old Settlers Recreation Center — Free — Drop in to learn juggling or refine your skills in a friendly atmosphere.

Kindermusik Level 1 - OSRC

11:00 – 11:45 AM — Old Settlers Recreation Center — $194 Resident / $199 Non-Resident + $70 Materials Fee — Engage your baby in music to enhance their learning and soothe into the day's rhythm.

Sunset Kayak Course

6-8 p.m. — Towne Lake Park — $25 Resident / $30 Non-Resident — Paddle into the sunset while learning kayaking essentials.

Heard Nature Photography Club April Meeting

10 AM – 12 PM — Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary — Free entry — Explore night photography techniques with professional photographer Royce Bair.