Colby Farr

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Transportation and Real Estate Reporter at Community Impact Newspaper

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New Chipotle Mexican Grill coming to McKinney in fall 2025

1 week ago | communityimpact.com | Colby Farr

A new Chipotle Mexican Grill location is coming to the West Grove development in McKinney later this year, a company representative confirmed. The restaurant will serve Chipotle dishes including customizable burritos, burrito bowls, salads and tacos. Chipotle is expected to open in a 2,325-square-foot space, according to a filing with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
McKinney to begin installing new wayfinding signs citywide

1 week ago | communityimpact.com | Colby Farr

Officials will begin installing new wayfinding signs across the city this summer as part of McKinney’s Wayfinding Master Plan, according to a city news release. The first phase of new wayfinding signs will include vehicular, pedestrian and parking signs. The signs will provide directions and identify major attractions and districts, according to the news release. In a nutshellThe first signs will be installed in the coming weeks and additional signage will be installed throughout the summer.
Reformed Pilates offers fitness classes in north McKinney

1 week ago | communityimpact.com | Colby Farr

Trending now Reformed Pilates is now open at 8701 W. University Drive in McKinney. (Colby Farr/Community Impact)...
Doors open at West Grove: major components of mixed-use project complete in McKinney

1 week ago | communityimpact.com | Colby Farr

Less than five years after receiving initial city approvals, mixed-use development West Grove is welcoming shoppers as businesses and restaurants begin to open their doors. The 52-acre project is currently under construction, with the project’s first and second phases already open to the public, officials said. When it’s finished, the development will feature 500,000 square feet of retail and restaurant space, and 55,000 square feet of residences, including luxury apartments.
McKinney commission approves Hall Memorial Library design exceptions

1 week ago | communityimpact.com | Colby Farr

City officials have signed off on some design exceptions for the Roy and Helen Hall Memorial Library renovations ahead of the library’s closure that’s expected in June. McKinney’s Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously approved the site plan with a set of design exceptions during a May 27 meeting. Design exceptions include alternative requirements for the building setback distance and building frontage, Chief Planner Kaitlin Sheffield said.
Check out 6 restaurants recently opened in McKinney

1 week ago | communityimpact.com | Colby Farr |Shelbie Hamilton |Karen Chaney

This list is not comprehensive. 1. Mana Adda Indian KitchenThe restaurant's menu includes chicken tikka marsala, ghee roast goat biryani and a variety of kebab and wrap options. Vegetarian dishes, such as paneer butter marsala and Yellow Dal Tadka, which is a dish made with split lentils, spices and herbs, are available. Opened April 191717 W. University Drive, Ste. 514, McKinneywww.manaaddatx.com Several restaurants opened in McKinney during April and May.
Early voting begins May 27 for McKinney Mayor, At-Large council runoff

1 week ago | communityimpact.com | Colby Farr

Polling locations will open May 27 for the first day of early voting which will run through June 3 ahead of election day. Read further for more information on polling locations and the candidates that will be listed on the ballot. Where to voteEight polling locations will be open in McKinney during early voting. A ninth location will be open only on election day. Collin County Elections Office, 2010 Redbud Blvd., Ste. 102Children’s Health StarCenter, 6993 Stars Ave. John & Judy Gay Library, 6861 W.
Chicken N Pickle now open in Allen

2 weeks ago | communityimpact.com | Colby Farr

Chicken N Pickle’s latest location in the Dallas-Fort Worth area opened in Allen earlier this month. The entertainment venue includes a restaurant and sports bar, and a dining area large enough to accommodate events. The venue has been developed on nearly four acres at The Farm in Allen, a 135-acre mixed-use development just south of the Sam Rayburn Tollway. Chicken N Pickle includes indoor and outdoor spaces with dining areas on two levels.
McKinney council approves zoning for Encore Wire expansion

2 weeks ago | communityimpact.com | Colby Farr

City officials greenlit new zoning in May for a proposed expansion by McKinney-based Encore Wire. McKinney City Council voted unanimously during a May 20 meeting to approve a zoning request for new industrial development east of Airline Road. The action comes a week after McKinney’s Planning and Zoning Commission voted to recommend the new zoning. The action takenAfter action by council, about 200 acres east of McKinney National Airport will be rezoned as a planned development district.
McKinney downtown redevelopment project to move on without M2G Ventures

2 weeks ago | communityimpact.com | Colby Farr

Michael Quint, executive director of Development Services, said in a statement that the parties were unable to reach an agreement to redevelop 4.75 acres of city-owned property. “McKinney remains committed to facilitating the redevelopment of the properties in a way that best aligns with the community’s goals while honoring the authentic culture and history that make downtown McKinney unique,” Quint said.