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Roanoke officials approve retail, medical development off US 377

A site plan for a new commercial development with medical, retail and restaurant uses was unanimously approved by Roanoke City Council at the Oct. 14 meeting. 

The details: The development will be generally located on US 377 between Bobcat Boulevard and Marshall Creek Road and include 1.28 acres, per city documents. The site plan shows that 4,000 square feet will be used for retail, 3,200 square feet will be dedicated to medical uses and 3,012 square feet will be restaurant space. 

The entire site has 57 parking spaces, which meets the city’s requirements, according to city documents. City officials will meet with the developer to discuss when construction will start and how long it will take, Development Services Administrator JR Hames said. 

In other news: Roanoke officials have issued a nearly $25 million certificate of obligations bond for the construction of the parking garage on US 377 and Main Street, and new utility lines, according to city documents.

 
In Your Community
Tommy Tamale closes in Keller after nearly five years

A local tamale market and cafe, Tommy Tamale, permanently closed its Keller location in October.

The gist: Customers of the Keller location are encouraged to visit the business's other locations in Grapevine, Coppell and Fort Worth, according to a signage at the Keller store.

208 N. Main St., Keller

 

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FOODIE FRIDAY
Check out these new restaurants and bars opening across the Dallas - Fort Worth area.

The former owners of Morning Edition Cafe in Flower Mound have opened Daytrip Diner in Grapevine, moving into the former location of Waffle Way.

Daytrip Diner is open daily from 7 a.m.-2:30 p.m. The breakfast menu includes items such as corned beef hash and eggs, chicken fried steak and eggs, pancake, skillets and more. For lunch, offerings include salads, sandwiches and cheeseburgers.
  • Opened Sept. 29
  • 1206 W. Northwest Highway, Grapevine

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🍗 Soulful Street Bites debuts Frisco eatery
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🍓 Bondi Bowls offers acai bowls, locally sourced coffee in Plano’s Legacy Hall
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🍳 Stonebridge Diner serves breakfast, lunch options in McKinney
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🔥 Hurtado Barbecue offers Tex-Mex barbecue at Oak Highlands Brewery
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Enea's Pizzeria is now serving New York-style pizza in Roanoke.

The pizzeria serves big slices made with fresh ingredients and hand-tossed dough, owner Edmond Gjekaj saidPizza options include BBQ chicken, margarita, eggplant pizza, veggie, meat lovers and alfredo.

The restaurant also serves calzones, garlic knots, mozzarella sticks, wings, salads, sub sandwiches and chocolate cannoli, according to its website.

“We’re truly grateful for the warm welcome and support from the Roanoke community—it already feels like home,” Gjekaj said. “Thank you for stopping by, spreading the word and sharing your love for real New York-style pizza.”
  • Opened Oct. 6
  • 500 N. US 377, Roanoke

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Mark Your Calendar
Pumpkin decorating, bike race: 5 Dallas-Fort Worth area events to attend Oct. 17-19

Need something to do this weekend? Here is a list of five events happening in and around the Dallas-Fort Worth area Oct. 17-19.

1. Horror Book Fest in Grapevine: Talking Animals Books is hosting a celebration of all things horror at Hop & Sting Brewing Co. Guests can hear authors speak and grab a treat from a food truck.

  • Oct. 18, 2-8 p.m.
  • Free (admission)
  • 906 Jean St., Grapevine
2. Halloween costume goat yoga in McKinney: Goat Yoga Dallas is hosting a Halloween-themed yoga class at Tupps Brewery. Attendees need to bring a yoga mat.
  • Oct. 19, 10:30-11:30 a.m.
  • $25.09 (ticket)
  • 402 E. Louisiana St., Building 2, McKinney
 

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