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McKinney council approves principles for Better Together homelessness initiative

McKinney officials are pursuing a new plan to help address homelessness through an initiative called Better Together.

What happened: City staff presented McKinney City Council members a look at the new initiative during an afternoon work session held Oct. 21. Council members voted on the initiative's guiding principles at the regular meeting held later that day.

The details: The guiding principles approved by council are meant to serve as a compass for the initiative, said Margaret Li, housing and community development director.

Looking ahead: To assist city staff with the initiative, they are looking to hire a third-party facilitator in 2026, according to Li’s presentation. The facilitator will help develop a plan for engaging with key stakeholders in the community, Li said.

City officials anticipate awarding a contract for services in February 2026, according to the presentation. The facilitator will assist in organizing community engagement and developing a strategic and implementation plan.

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Cabinet IQ showroom to open in McKinney

A new Cabinet IQ showroom in McKinney is hosting a grand opening in October, Owner Nick Berger said.

Cabinet IQ specializes in kitchen remodeling as well as selling cabinets and countertops, according to its website. The company offers design and installation services and can assist home owners, home buyers and home sellers.

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Perspire Sauna Studio sets opening date for McKinney location

Perspire Sauna Studio is slated to open Oct. 31 in McKinney, franchise owner Tania Ohrn said in an email.

The gist: The health industry franchise will offer clinical-grade red light therapy which is used “as part of treatments for neuropathy, skin conditions, hair loss, athletic recovery, and much more,” the company's website states. Benefits of infrared sauna use, according to the company's website, include