A pair of Richardson road projects are set to impact drivers over the next few months.
What you need to know: Fiber optic work will cause lane closures on Mimosa Drive, Coit Road and Campbell Road “for the next few months,” according to a news release from the city.
Additionally, another project on Buckingham Road will cause the road's westbound right lane near the intersection with Audelia Road to be closed at all times. The second phase of that project will cause Buckingham Road’s eastbound left lane to be closed to traffic near its intersection with Audelia Road at all times.
Andalousia Hookah Café offers over 30 flavors of premium hookah, themed-drinks in Richardson
Andalousia Hookah Café recently opened in Richardson, said Wassim Merched, founder of Andalous Mediterranean Concepts. A soft-opening is underway and a grand opening will be held at a later date, a company representative said.
What they offer: The upscale café—which was designed as a social space for study sessions, date nights and gatherings—offers over 30 flavors of premium hookah and Mediterranean-inspired drinks in a cozy, quiet setting, said Merched in an email.
Plano median home price down $29,000 year over year in August
Check out the latest real estate data for Plano ZIP codes. The data includes the number of homes sold, median home sales price and average days on the market.
By the numbers: The number of homes sold in Plano in August increased year over year from 221 in August 2024 to 246 this August, according to data from Collin County Area Realtors.
The number of homes listed in Plano decreased by 12 from August 2024 to 2025.
The median sales price of a home sold in Plano in August was $501,500.
20 years strong: Community Impact celebrates anniversary through state-wide company gathering
Since 2005, Community Impact has delivered trusted news and local information to communities across Texas. Privately owned by John and Jennifer Garrett of Round Rock, it now reaches 2.5 million mailboxes and 270,000 inboxes in 40 markets.
As it celebrates its 20th anniversary, Community Impact is looking back on two decades built on passion, integrity and innovation—while also focusing forward on deeper reader connections and future growth.
The framework: To recognize 20 years of success, Community Impact held a conference and celebration called The Gathering. The event united employees from across the company for two days of training, collaboration and connection.
“Our belief is that leadership from internal top performers and external experts helps us be the modern local news company we want to be,” Founder and CEO John Garrett said.
What to know about the 17 state propositions on the Nov. 4 ballot
Texas voters will decide on 17 proposed amendments to the state constitution during the Nov. 4 election.
The overview: The propositions, which were adopted by state lawmakers earlier this year, include measures aimed at reducing property taxes, funding water supply projects and creating a state dementia research institute.
“This is an opportunity to make your voice heard about the governing document of our state,” Secretary of State Jane Nelson said in a June 25 statement.
More details: Texans have until Oct. 6 to register to vote in the upcoming election. Early in-person voting runs from Oct. 20-31, and Election Day is Nov. 4.
The secretary of state’s office randomly selected the ballot order for the 17 state propositions. Keep reading to learn about the proposed constitutional amendments and how they would change Texas law.
