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McKinney P&Z commission recommends 7-Eleven approval with conditions

⛽️ McKinney leaders are considering a specific use permit for a 7-Eleven gas station at the northeast corner of North Hardin Boulevard and FM 543.

The gist: Planning and Zoning Commission members recommended approval of the request during an Oct. 14 meeting. The action includes conditions for screening on the east and north sides of the gas station due to its proximity with a single-family neighborhood to the north.

The big picture: The specific use permit is being requested by Fort Worth-based Vaquero Ventures to allow passenger vehicle fuel sales at the proposed location. The property is zoned for neighborhood commercial uses, which does not allow vehicle fuel sales by right.

Austin Navarrette, acquisitions and development associate at Vaquero, said the goal was to serve daily needs of single-family homes located nearby. The development would include 12 fuel pumps, a 4,895-square-foot convenience store and 44 parking spaces, according to a letter of intent.

What's next: McKinney City Council members will consider and take final action on the request at an Oct. 21 meeting.

 
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Eyes on Painted Tree to offer optometry services in McKinney

🕶️ Plans are underway to open a new optometry office called Eyes on Painted Tree in McKinney.

The details: The medical office is planned to open in a 1,500-square-foot space at the Shops at Painted Tree shopping center. Eyes on Painted Tree will offer a variety of eye care services including eye exams for adults and children, according to its website.

📍2510 N. Hardin Blvd., Ste. 500, McKinney

 
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Pumpkin carving, family campouts: Here’s 7 upcoming events being held in McKinney

🎃 Events coming up in McKinney include a family-friendly pumpkin carving class, the McKinney Spooktacular Brews and Boos Walk and a 5K run through the historic downtown district.

1. Pumpkin carving class: Jump Into Art Studios is hosting a family-friendly pumpkin carving workshop. Staff will walk participants through a step-by-step process in carving pumpkins. The studio provides one pumpkin per ticketed participant.

  • Oct. 25, 12:30-2 p.m., 2:30-4 p.m.
  • $38
  • 404 N. Church St., McKinney

2. Ghostly Hauntings at Chestnut Square Heritage Village: This two-hour tour will give participants a look into the historic homes at Chestnut Square. The tour starts with audio and video clips of paranormal activity in the homes followed by a tour inside. Space is limited and purchasing a ticket in advance is encouraged.
  • Nov. 15, 8-10 p.m.
  • $30
  • 315 S. Chestnut St., McKinney
 

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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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🍓 Bondi Bowls offers acai bowls, locally sourced coffee in Plano’s Legacy Hall
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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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