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Plans for $35 million Grand Park move forward in Frisco

Grand Park is heading toward construction and a 2027 completion date for its first phase.

On Oct. 7, Frisco City Council unanimously approved a contract with Crossland Construction for the first phase of construction of Grand Park, which will span more than 1,000 acres when completed.

The details: The first phase of construction will include 68 acres of key infrastructure, lake and trail development, ecological enhancements, and public amenities such as pavilions, playgrounds and ponds.

Phase 1 of the project is set to cost $35 million, according to city documents.

Council approved an initial $1.1 million agreement with Crossland for preconstruction and site cleanup services at the Oct. 7 meeting, according to city documents.

 
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Automobile service business Grease Monkey opens 3 locations in Frisco, McKinney

Grease Monkey, an automobile service company offering oil changes and more, has opened three new locations.

Quote of note: “We’re thrilled to be growing so quickly in Dallas-Fort Worth, one of the most dynamic markets in the country right now,” FullSpeed Automotive President Ron Stilwell said in the release. “Opening six Grease Monkey locations in such a short time shows the strength of our franchise system and the demand for our services. We’re confident this market will be a major driver of our nationwide expansion.”

The new locations are part of the company's Dallas-area brand expansion and their addresses are:

  • 4677 Preston Road, Frisco
  • 7740 Preston Road, Frisco
  • 7249 S. Custer Road, McKinney
 
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Firm focused on foster children to open Frisco office

A consulting firm focused on supporting foster children will open a new office in Frisco.

What they offer: Barilla Consulting provides social work, care coordination and clinical services for foster children out of facilities across the country.

  • 7460 Warren Parkway, Ste. 180, Frisco
 
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Check out 6 restaurants newly opened in the Dallas-Fort Worth area

Looking to explore food opportunities beyond your community? Check out the following restaurant news from across the Dallas-Fort Worth metro, as previously reported by Community Impact. 

1. Grapevine: Daytrip Diner
The restaurant serves elevated diner food including breakfast items such as corned beef hash and eggs, chicken fried steak and eggs, pancakes, French toast, waffles and egg scrambles. For lunch, offerings include salads, sandwiches, sandwiches and cheeseburgers.

  • Opened Sept. 29
  • 1206 W. Northwest Highway, Grapevine

2. Frisco: Soulful Street Bites
The restaurant offers soul food and Southern barbecue, such as oxtails, pot roast, fried ribs and brisket mac and cheese.
  • Opened Oct. 5
  • 5757 Main St., Frisco
 

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