Community Garden Kitchen of Collin County (CGK), an idea that literally began at a kitchen table shared by concerned friends, will soon become a reality. This 501(c)3 nonprofit will break ground Friday, December 6, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. and become the first kitchen in Collin County to prepare and serve meals to anyone struggling from food insecurity.

The Creative Art Center's monthly Art on the Town Painting Party will be Thursday, November 21 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. and features a Christmas-theme painting project called Christmas Lambs. The whimsical theme is an original by Di Hopkins who will teach the class.

"Home chimneys need regular inspections and cleaning. If you use your fireplace a lot, we highly recommend yearly visits," said McKinney Fire Marshal Mike Smith.

The female resident was able to safely exit the home, but the male refused commands to come out. He then pointed a rifle at officers through a window that he had broken out. Officers fired, hitting the suspect in the shoulder.

Texas Department of Transportation officials today announced that traffic signals on four roadways in Grayson County will be upgraded beginning Nov. 18.

Join Resounding Harmony, DFW's premier philanthropic chorus, and Blackland Prairie Raptor Center, on Saturday, November 23, 2019 for an exciting, family-friendly concert event On the Wings of Love that will benefit the Blackland Prairie Raptor Center to build caging for education Bald Eagles. The concert, being held at the McKinney Performing Arts Center in downtown McKinney, will be filled with joyous singing by Resounding Harmony and everyone will be introduced to BPRC's education birds (live hawks, owls and falcons).

Grand Marshals: Billy and Roby Watson

5:30 p.m. Monday, November 18, 2019 at Bonham City Hall

9:30 a.m. Wednesday, November 20, 2019 at the Derrell Hall Education Center

After 28 years service as a Community Supervision and Corrections Officer (AKA: Probation Officer) for the Fannin County Community Supervision and Corrections Department, Todd Maxey retired and was honored at a reception. A United States Flag from Congressman John Ratcliffe was presented to Mr. Maxey.

9:00 a.m. Tuesday, November 19 at Bonham City Hall

The McKinney Fire Department (MFD) was selected to receive a grant award of almost $20,000 from Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation to purchase 287 Stop the Bleed kits.

The Creative Arts Center will host a Dessert Readers Theater at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, November 15. The evening will feature delicious desserts and beverages. Two short plays will be performed and artist Katherine Kluger will entertain with one of her written stories. The evening promises to be enjoyable for all and is the final readers event at the center for 2019.

Nov. 7, 2019 marked a sad anniversary for Texas. The last deathless day on Texas roadways occurred 19 years ago on Nov. 7, 2000. Since then, at least one person has died each day in highway crashes in Texas. Sadder still, crash statistics show us that, on average, as many as 10 people are killed every day on Texas roads.

Report: November 6, 1200 BL N. Center St., Arresting Officer – Ptl. Kolton Phillips. A 34-year-old male was arrested for Driving While Intoxicated / Open Alcohol Container.

There are many without the comfort of heat. The Fannin County Family Crisis Center is collecting new heaters for those that have no other way to keep themselves warm in their own home. We currently have 9 families on the waiting list to receive heaters.

US Rep. John Ratcliffe publicly recognized Fannin County Children’s Center Executive Director Sandy Barber as one of 3 Angels in Adoption honorees from Texas this year and one of only 124 from across the country. This recognition is given to people who demonstrate extraordinary efforts to advocate for children in need of a family.

During a regular meeting of Bonham City Council, Chad Shrum was the most recent employee to be recognized as City of Bonham Employee of the Month.

The McKinney Fire Department (MFD) is no longer requiring permits for outdoor hot work like welding. This comes after Collin County lifted its outdoor burn ban that included the incorporated limits of the City of McKinney.

"Today, business aircraft intending to operate out of McKinney must add congestion to one of the commercial service airports if their operations require additional runway length," said Airport Director Ken Carley. "We are thrilled and extremely grateful to receive the funding for this project. It is evidence the state recognizes the contributions McKinney National Airport makes to the regional airport system and understands the importance of investing in the airport's future. Extending the runway by 1,500 feet will benefit the entire DFW area by allowing the airport to more effectively serve its role as a reliever for the region's commercial service airports."

9:00 a.m. Tuesday, November 12 at Bonham City Hall

"Home fires caused by cooking peak around Thanksgiving and Christmas," said Merit Ossian, McKinney Fire Department PIO and Education Coordinator. "With those holidays coming up, this is a good reminder to be diligent when you’ve got food on the stove or in the oven."

McKinney City Manager Paul Grimes has announced the hiring of Kim Flom as Assistant City Manager. Flom will start Jan. 2.

Due to inclement weather Monday afternoon, the Sundown Ceremony on Monday has been cancelled. A decision will be made as to rescheduling.

World War II pilots Harold Chrismon and Henry Chrismon of Celina, Texas, both went down with their planes. The portraits will be added to the 70 already displayed in the "Hall of Heroes" of the Collin County courthouse. There are 420 names engraved on the "Wall of Honor" at the Veterans Memorial Park in McKinney, and the goal of the project is to put as many faces as possible with those names.

The instrumental ensembles of Austin College under the direction of Dr. Ricky Duhaime will present their annual fall concert on Monday, November 11, at 7:30 p.m. in Ida Green Theatre of Ida Green Communication Center on the Austin College campus. Regular concert attendees should note the change of venue as Wynne Chapel remains under renovation. The concert is free and open to the public.

Sunday, November 10 - $10 admission, gates open at 1:00 p.m., music begins at 2:00 p.m.

Come join the Red River Surfers and celebrate the 244th birthday of the United States Marine Corps, Sunday afternoon, Nov. 10, at VFW Post 2150 in McKinney. We’ll kick off the music at about 2:00 o'clock.

Texas Department of Transportation officials today announced that traffic signals on a portion of State Highway 91 and US 69 in Grayson County will be upgraded beginning Nov. 11.

Come out to our 2020 Relay Kickoff Rally presented by Brookshire's and Wheeler's Jump N' Play. We will have bounce houses, team fundraiser booths, food and a chance to meet the event leadership team!

More than 200 public libraries, large and small, in every state in the nation, have received grants from ASRT of up to $2,000 to purchase books and other educational materials related to medical imaging and radiation therapy, and the pioneers of radiologic technology.

5:30 p.m. Monday, November 11 at Bonham City Hall

Martin Sanchez 'doing what he does best' sharing instruction on the critical factors impact community development! City Manager - Sean Pate looks on enraptured by Sanchez's depth of knowledge on the topic as do Mayor Floyd together with members of the Bonham City Council and BEDCo Board of Directors. photos & captions courtesy Bonham City Staff; Steve Filipowicz

Report: October 30, 200 BL E US 82. Reporting Officer – Sgt. David Johnson. A call for service was received in reference to a Vehicle Accident (fatality).

Results of 10 Texas propositions and City of Bailey local option

The Bois d'Arc Lake Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting on Thursday, November 7, 2019 at 8:30 a.m. at Bonham City Hall.

Texoma Council of Governments, based in Sherman, Texas, has received three 2019 Aliceann Wohlbruck Impact Awards from the National Association of Development Organizations (NADO) for collaborative initiatives including: Texoma Behavioral Health Leadership Team, Getting Ahead, and Fannin County Food Project.

A&M-Commerce will host the 28th Annual Veterans Vigil: Lions' Salute to Veterans on November 7 beginning at 10:00 a.m.

KDC, a leading developer of corporate build-to-suit campus projects for major companies such as JPMorgan Chase, State Farm and Toyota, topped out the new Corporate Headquarters for SRS Distribution Inc. in McKinney, Texas. The four-story, 100,000-square-foot, Class A office building is located on 4.2 acres within McKinney’s Hub 121, a 22-acre mixed-use development at the corner of the Sam Rayburn Tollway and Alma Road.

The Fannin County Republican Women will host the second candidates forum of the year. Individuals seeking the office of Fannin County Sheriff and are Republican will be included.