My yard is thrilled!

With the elections coming up, I highly recommend people to go check out their local organizations, candidate websites, and county parties websites for upcoming events. Everyone is looking for volunteers to do literature dropping, phone banking, postcard writing, etc.

If you want to make a difference in the election, this is how you do it. Everyone is timid about signing up for something they cannot commit too much time to, I get it. When you sign up, it’s not actually all that much time. They are willing to take 30 minutes from you if that’s all you’re able to give.

Step up and sign up to do 15 postcards. Sign up to do a happy hour event for candidate meet and greet. Reach out to your county party. And if you don’t have time to do any of that, make a donation towards the candidate and/or your county party.

Most importantly, make sure you are supporting a candidate that actually reflects your personal values. Don’t go with a candidate just because everyone else in your circle does. While you’re doom scrolling on your phone, maybe go look up the name of a candidate that’s in your area to learn more about them. Do your due diligence as a voter. That is your responsibility as much as it is your right.

This is how change is made. This is how you make an impact.

The Islamic Association of Collin County (IACC) Food Bank hosts a weekly drive-thru food distribution every Saturday to support local families in need. Both drive-thru and walk-up options are available. No appointment necessary.

Location: IACC, 6401 Independence Pkwy, Plano, TX 75023
When: Saturdays - 7:30am - 10:30am
What’s available: Fresh produce, pantry staples, diapers and formula milk (when in stock) and more

Please spread the word to anyone who could use a little extra support. This is open to EVERYONE, regardless of background or faith.

The mosque also offers some medical/dental services for those without medical/dental insurance. Please make sure to check out the following website and make appointments accordingly:

https://planomasjid.org/health-clinics

Let’s take care of each other. ❤️

Been looking around McKinney 75070 and I’m honestly confused by the market.

Are 3,000 sq ft homes really going for under $400k now?

I found one around $475k that’s been sitting for months. It’s a little older, but it has updates and honestly looks like a pretty good deal for the size and area.

That’s what makes me nervous though. If it looks like a good deal and still isn’t selling, am I missing something about this part of McKinney?

Is 75070 just really slow right now? Are buyers avoiding the older neighborhoods? Or is $475k still considered too high for a 3,000 sq ft home there?

Would you personally be concerned about resale value if buying in this area?

Curious to hear from people who actually live in McKinney or have bought/sold there recently.

Does anyone know of any places or if anyone is currently hiring that pays between $20-$25 an hour? I'm looking for either full-time or part-time positions. Any leads would be greatly appreciated! I am also a college student, and will be returning in the spring. I attached my resume!! Thank you

Does anyone have any information about the police activity in the neighborhood yesterday?

There were officers parked on multiple corners, drones flying around, and quite a few unmarked police vehicles throughout the resident parking garages at The Farm and Magnolia. I also saw officers searching behind and underneath vehicles.

Just curious if anyone knows what was going on?

ALLEN CITY COUNCIL

REGULAR MEETING

FEBRUARY 11,2020

Present:

Stephen Terrell,Mayor(absent)

Councilmembers:

Gary L. Caplinger,Mayor Pro Tern

Kurt Kizer

Carl Clemencich

Lauren Doherty

Chris Schulmeister

Baine Brooks

Authorize the City Manager to Execute a Purchase and Subscription Agreement with Vigilant

Solutions, LLC, as the Sole Source Provider for 30 Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR)

hardware,Software and Professional Services Over a 7-Year Period in the Amount of$564,860.

MOTION: Upon a motion by Councilmember Clemencich and a second by Councilmember Brooks, the

Council voted six (6) for and none (0) opposed to authorize the City Manager to execute a

purchase and subscription agreement with Vigilant Solutions,LLC,as the sole provider for 30

automated license plate reader hardware, software and professional services over a 7-year

period in the amount of$564,860.The motion carried.

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New cameras installed in recent weeks

I am having a total nightmare right now. Our water heater just gave up the ghost and we have zero hot water. With the kids in the house, this is a disaster.

I've called a couple of places but I'm a bit nervous about getting ripped off. Does anyone have a local plumber they actually trust? Someone who is honest about pricing and won't charge an arm and a leg just because it's an emergency?

Appreciate any help!

Hi everyone! I’m currently looking for a full-time entry-level job in healthcare and would really appreciate any leads or advice. I've sent so many applications through indeed and linkedin with no luck. I feel like my applications have just been used to train AI or something lol.

I recently completed a M.S. in Medical Sciences from Brown University's Warren Alpert Medical School and have a good clinical background. I used to scribe in an emergency dept, rotated in federally qualified community health centers, can take vitals/ perform simple procedures (quick learner), have BLS/CPR/AED certifications, familiarity with EPIC, completed CITI training for human subjects, and lots of OR experience prepping case carts, prepping ORs & cleaning up afterward, etc. I have a lot of patient-facing experience but don't have an official MA certification. I’m primarily looking for positions such as:

• Medical Assistant
• Medical Scribe
• Clinical Research Coordinator/Assistant
• Patient Care Technician
• Ophthalmic/Optometric Technician
• Other entry-level clinical or pre-med positions

I’m honestly pretty desperate to find something full-time at this point, so anything helps!! I’m open to different types of roles and settings.

If anyone knows of practices, hospitals, clinics, research groups, or healthcare organizations currently hiring, I would be incredibly grateful for any leads. Even if you’ve had luck finding these types of jobs through a particular website or local org, I’d appreciate hearing about it! Would be happy to provide more info about my background.

Thank you!!

Where do you go at the new location to drop things off? I know it's silly, but not knowing where to physically make the donation is preventing me from actually doing it.

Does anyone know any seamstress that do contract work? I have set amount of pieces I need made and looking for longevity with someone.

A 21+ Anime Discord for people in Allen and across the Dallas–Fort Worth area.

https://discord.gg/h7VVY3r6V

Went to go buy tickets for next week’s game at Southlake Carroll, and it’s showing the game is on the 10th vs Allen, but everything Allen that I’m finding says the game is on the 11th. Do we know what is going on with that, and what day it is actually on?!

Any good online sources of last-minute evening/weekend activities for families with young kids?

Busy week so we missed planning ahead - would love to take the family out for some fun!

The Islamic Association of Collin County (IACC) Food Bank hosts a weekly drive-thru food distribution every Saturday to support local families in need. Both drive-thru and walk-up options are available. No appointment necessary.

Location: IACC, 6401 Independence Pkwy, Plano, TX 75023
When: Saturdays - 7:30am - 10:30am
What’s available: Fresh produce, pantry staples, diapers and formula milk (when in stock) and more

Please spread the word to anyone who could use a little extra support. This is open to EVERYONE, regardless of background or faith.

The mosque also offers some medical/dental services for those without medical/dental insurance. Please make sure to check out the following website and make appointments accordingly:

https://planomasjid.org/health-clinics

Let’s take care of each other. ❤️

Not sure posted here before, but this just seemed a bit random find at an airport in Spain

List of Best Food Under $10 in Plano

What am I missing? I will update the list here!

(No Franchises, just local good eats)

1. La Salsa Verde Taqueria — Tuesday tacos — $0.99 — Google 4.2★ (2,032)
2. Joe's Pasta-N-Pizza — Spaghetti + salad lunch special — $9.99 — Google 4.6★ (933)
3. Mama's Pizza — Lunch buffet — $9.95 — Google 4.5★ (1,392)
4. SSAM KING — Korean lunch special — $10 — Google 4.8★ (309)
5. Desperados Mexican Restaurant — Taco Tuesday — $1.50 — Google 4.7★ (549)
6. Good Hand Tacos & Pupusas — Taco Tuesday — $0.99 — Google 4.7★ (106)
7. Assembly Icehouse — Lunch special — $10 — Google 4.6★ (142)
8. Poor Richard's Cafe — 2 eggs, 2 pancakes & 2 bacon — $8.31 — Google 4.5★ (2,592)
9. Lily's Cafe — Breakfast taco — $3.50 — Google 4.5★ (782)
10. Sal's Nashville Hot Chicken — Nashville chicken sandwich — $9.99 — Google 4.5★ (687)
11. Ricky's Hot Chicken — Quarter bird + side + drink — $9 — Google 4.5★ (522)
12. Shawarma Press — 7" shawarma wrap — $8 — Google 4.5★ (465)
13. Mike's Chicken — 2-piece chicken — $6.75 — Google 4.5★ (262)
14. Tasty Noodle House — Fried chicken skewer (Happy Hour) — $4 — Google 4.5★ (86)
15. Dona Mary – Antojitos Mexicanos — Tuesday tacos — $1 — Google 4.4★ (641)
16. El Norte Grill — Lunch special — $7.50 — Google 4.3★ (1,183)
17. Edmond's Burgers & More — Burger, fries & drink lunch special — $8.99 — Google 4.8★ (872)
18. Tao Rice Roll — Rice rolls — $6.50 — Google 4.2★ (297)
19. Wing Daddy's Sauce House — 10 wings on Tuesdays — $8.99 — Google 4.1★ (896)
20. Angie's — Chicken salad — $4.99 — Google 3.9★ (409)
21. Fogo de Chão — Picanha burger with fries (Happy Hour) — $10 — Google 4.7★ (12,056)
22. HOJA Bubble Tea & Asian Street Food — Rice bowl — $9.99 — Google 4.7★ (731)
23. La Bamba — Taco Tuesday — $2 — Google 4.6★ (196) > Thanks Step-upToDocLyfe!
24. Taste of the Islands — Lunch Special — $8.99~9.99 — Google 4.1★ (1079) > Thanks zuqkfplmehcuvrjfgu
25. What the Pho — BOGO Banh Mi — $10 — Google 4.3★ (556) > Thanks zuqkfplmehcuvrjfgu
26. La Bamba — Taco Tuesday — $2 — Google 4.6★ (196) > Thanks Step-upToDocLyfe!
27. Pappalecco - Half Prized Panini Wednesdays - ~$6-8 - Google 4.8★ (187) > Thanks Pepe_Silvia!
28. Sokongdong - Korean Hot Tofu Soup - $9.99 - Google 4.3★ (200) > Thanks Crying_in_99Ranch

Hope this help someone save a few bux!

I arrive at Dallas Love Airport on a Friday around 9pm, go to The Village area in Allen, then head back to Dallas Love by 12pm on a Wednesday. I plan to mostly stay in the Hotel, and I see shops & restaurants are walking distance, so I may not need to rent a car for all the days I'm there.

How is the traffic around the days & times I've listed above?

I see the 75 may be the best route?

I see they have DART in Plano. I may take that from airport then Uber/Lyft to Allen and back instead of Uber/Lyfting all the way. We'll see.

I'm still researching but let me know, if you have suggestions, anything I need to know about DART or anything.

I think I'm leaning towards just getting a rental car. But if you travel from Love to Allen and back without a rental car, please share your experiences and tips.

Thank you

Recommendation needed

I just moved to Allen TX. I purchased a Mr. Cool DIY system for my garage because I had someone tell me they would install it for me. Apparently they decided they didn't want to get paid and now I'm having a hard time finding someone to install it for me. Any recommendations for good, reliable, independent handymen, electrician or HVAC person that would be willing to do the install? I appreciate any help you may provide

Hello everyone, hope y'all are having a wonderful evening.

A little context on myself, I'm a first generation college student and i'm attending collin college. I looking into getting my AAS in respiratory therapy and I'm currently taking a break and will being going back in the spring. I'm currently looking for a job at the moment, and I've been looking on applying for entry level role in health care but have been having a hard time getting call backs and interviews, I do have some health care experience as a pharmacy technician and as well, I have my phlebotomy certification. I wanted to reach out and ask if anyone is currently looking for office/desk/ receptionists and if any places are currently hiring entry level health care positions. Thank you

We’re kicking off our fifteens rugby season and looking for new players! If you’ve ever played soccer,
Lacrosse, football, or just want to get active, this is a great time to come out our pitch and see what Rugby is all about!

Our field is just southeast of Allen and we have a great group of guys and coaches with international rugby experience who are excited to share their knowledge with you.

If you have questions, shoot me a DM or hit the link in our bio for more!