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Greetings McKinney! We’re your go-to source for what’s happening in town. Read on to get plugged in! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why McKinney’s new Grandma Stand is touching so many hearts
  • How McKinney’s PID maps can reveal hidden costs on your next home

Also on today's calendar: That's All Jokes: Comics Retire Their Jokes Forever and 9 more events.

Find out what's happening in McKinney-Friscofor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Today's riddle: What did the little needle say to the mother needle when it brought home a failing report card? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

Find out what's happening in McKinney-Friscofor free with the latest updates from Patch.

  • Thursday: Partly sunny and warm, with a high of 77 and low of 62 degrees.
  • Friday: Sunny and very warm, temps: high: 83, low: 63.
  • Saturday: Partly sunny and very warm, with a high of 81 and low of 62 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• This Texas Grandma Stand Is Peak Holiday Wholesomeness (keanradio.com) — Downtown McKinney is hosting a heartwarming “Grandma Stand” where local grandmas offer conversation, comfort, and advice to anyone needing a little extra warmth this holiday season. Started in New York and now expanded to McKinney, the purple-themed booth has become so popular that city leaders expect it to return in the spring, likely at the McKinney farmers market.
   

• Public Improvement Districts (PIDs) in Texas: What Homebuyers Should Know (redfin.com) — If you own or plan to buy a home in McKinney, it’s worth knowing how Public Improvement Districts (PIDs) can add long-term assessments on top of regular property taxes. This guide explains how Texas PIDs work, what they fund, and how to use city tools—like McKinney’s interactive PID map—to check whether a property carries these extra costs before you commit.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Lost dog - Tuesday Dec 23 2025.
    His name is Blue. Last seen near 21 Man O War Lane, Fairview around Noon at end of cul-de-sac heading toward Affirmed. He’s wary of strangers and… (Nextdoor Fairview Farms)
  • Hello neighbors!
    This is my sweet cat ‘Cookie’ Wishing you all a very happy Holidays! (Nextdoor Fairview Village)
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: I guess I’m not as sharp as I thought.
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