Allen ISD’s Green Elementary School is set to undergo a renovation project that will update electrical systems, plumbing systems and building finishes.

The full story: The Allen ISD board of trustees approved a total cost of $28.6 million to renovate the school during an Oct. 26 meeting. The project is expected to begin upon board approval and is anticipated to finish by the start of the 2027-28 school year, said Brian Neely, executive director of Operations.

A closer look: Green Elementary was built in 1995 and last renovated in 2010, according to a staff presentation. The project, which will be managed by Balfour Beatty Construction and Corgan Architects, will renovate about 82,447 square feet of space.

The Happy Blend is now open in Allen, co-owner Tosin Adebote said.

The gist: The café serves smoothies, smoothie bowls and cold-pressed juices, according to its website.

• 545 W. McDermott Drive, Allen

Geico is renovating office space in Richardson and is planning renovations. Check out some of the latest construction filings with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.

1. Dove Road Sidewalk

The city of Southlake is installing 90,000 feet of new sidewalk along east Dove Road, according to a TDLR filing. The city is also adding new sidewalk along Randol Mill from Morgan Road to Dove Road as part of a water line improvement project, according to the city website.

• Location: E. Dove Road, Southlake

• Estimated timeline: Nov. 9, 2026-June 30, 2027

• Estimated cost: $27.2 million

2. AutoNation Frisco Ford Remodel

AutoNation Ford is remodeling its dealership in Frisco to include a service drive canopy and new vehicle delivery area, according to a TDLR filling. The renovations are estimated to take a year.

• Location: 6850 SH 121, Frisco

• Estimated timeline: March 1, 2027-March 1, 2028

• Estimated cost: $16 million

Six new restaurants are now open in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, offering a variety of dining experiences:

• Cajun Bistro Cafe & Market opened mid-September in Colleyville, serving Louisiana-sourced seafood, pasta, gumbo, étouffée and po' boys.

• Smithers Smokehouse opened Sept. 26 in Denton, offering authentic Texas barbecue, including meats by the pound, sandwiches, plates and nachos.

• Jimmy’s Burgers and Pizza opened Sept. 29 in Fort Worth, featuring items like crab rangoon pizza and cowboy burgers.

• Diamond Pastry opened Aug. 16 in McKinney, offering sweet and savory pastries made with organic ingredients.

• The Henry, an upscale restaurant, opened Oct. 21 in Plano with an open kitchen, an indoor-outdoor bar and a full-service coffee bar.

• Ajeena Mediterranean Café & Bakery opened Oct. 17 in Richardson, offering traditional and modern Mediterranean cuisine rooted in Palestinian and Lebanese heritage.