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North Texas news for the cities of Dallas, Arlington, Frisco, Plano, Prosper, Celina, McKinney, Denton County and Rockwall County
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Vickery Meadow Foundation unveils the new Success Center, a new era of community enrichment begins
Dallas, Texas – In an auspicious moment marking a new chapter in its ongoing commitment to the betterment of the Dallas community, the Vickery Meadow Youth Development Foundation officially inaugurated its latest initiative, dubbed The Success Center. Vickery Meadow Foundation new Success Center to provide support to Dallas residents Engineered…
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The City of Mesquite wants to hear the community voice, launches Mesquite Community Survey
Mesquite, Texas – In a concerted effort to amplify citizen engagement and recalibrate its administrative focus, the City of Mesquite has announced its impending launch of an expansive Community Survey this autumn. This data-collection endeavor aims to elicit comprehensive input concerning various municipal programs and services. City of Mesquite will…
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Green power on the house: Mesquite provides free electric vehicle charging in two locations through August 2024
Mesquite, Texas – In a landmark initiative designed to augment the adoption of sustainable transport modes, the City of Mesquite has recently inaugurated complimentary electric vehicle charging stations at two locations, a move scheduled to remain in effect for the ensuing year. Free electric vehicle charging program in Mesquite was…
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Fort Worth’s Waterwheels initiative gains green momentum
Fort Worth, Texas – In a concerted effort to bolster environmental sustainability and advance waste management in waterways, Fort Worth’s Trinity River Waterwheels Initiative is gaining remarkable momentum. Financial backing is an amalgam of contributions from the City’s coffers, public stakeholders, and philanthropic donations from the private sector. Waterwheels are…
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Raising Cane’s aims for $100,000 in 24-hour charity push for Kidd’s Kidds donation, to take place August 30
Fort Worth, Texas – In a remarkable demonstration of corporate philanthropy converging with culinary passions, Raising Cane’s— an illustrious fast-food chain known for its exponential growth and delectable Chicken Finger meals— has redoubled its long-standing commitment to community engagement. For over a dozen years, the brand has ardently backed Kidd’s…
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Tech innovation gets a $30 million boost, O’Donnell foundation supports SMU with a huge donation
Dallas, Texas – In a momentous announcement that underscores the burgeoning significance of data science and engineering in contemporary academia, Southern Methodist University (SMU) President R. Gerald Turner revealed on Wednesday that the O’Donnell Foundation, an iconic philanthropic institution based in Dallas with a rich history of munificent endowments, has…
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Tesla’s first Denton County dealership gets green light in Flower Mound
Flower Mound, Texas – The Flower Mound Town Council, earlier this month, granted unanimous approval for Tesla’s ambitious plan to establish a new dealership and service center — marking the electric vehicle giant’s inaugural presence in Denton County, Texas. The proposal outlines the construction of a sprawling 51,391-square-foot, single-story facility…
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Empowering communities: Project LEAD aims to shape future leaders in Mesquite and Balch Springs
Mesquite, Texas – In a remarkable cooperative effort, the City of Mesquite, the Mesquite Independent School District, and the City of Balch Springs have joined forces to establish Project LEAD, an initiative designed to cultivate and enhance leadership skills among local citizens. Project LEAD seeks enthusiastic residents eager to engage…
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Boys & Girls Clubs of Collin County welcomes Shawn Wills as new CEO
Frisco, Texas – The Boys & Girls Clubs of Collin County (BGCCC) have announced the appointment of Shawn Wills as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective August 16. Wills, a veteran in the nonprofit sector, brings over two decades of experience to the role and a commitment to expanding…
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240+ kids read hundreds of thousands of pages in Mesquite Mayor’s summer challenge
Mesquite, Texas – Mesquite kids read hundreds of thousands of pages this summer thanks to a reading contest started by Mayor Daniel Alemán, Jr. In June, Mayor Alemán launched the inaugural Mesquite Mayor 1,000-Page Reading Challenge program for readers ages 5-12. The contest, which ran through July 31, was accessible…