Collin College students can expect their tuition prices to remain the same after college leaders approved next year's tuition rates.

Quote of note: “I am proud to work with a Board that prioritizes keeping college costs manageable," District President Neil Matkin said. "College degrees open many doors for our students, but they must be able to afford to complete their education. By maintaining low tuition rates, we are helping them achieve their goals.”

A closer look: The college's tuition rates will remain:

• $67 per credit hour for in-district residents
• $127 per credit hour for out-of-district residents
• $202 per credit hour for out-of-state or out-of-country residents

The Allen location of the Dallas Cowboys Pro Shop opened in mid-March, a company representative said.

The details: The retailer offers Dallas Cowboys-themed merchandise, such as hats, t-shirts, drinkware and more. The business also has a location in Frisco at 5 Cowboys Way, Ste. 100.

• 820 Stacy Road, Ste. 312, Allen

For nearly 30 years, Speedway Children’s Charities has had an impact on nonprofits in the region through various sporting events, most notably the annual NASCAR race weekend at Texas Motor Speedway.

That is the largest single-event fundraiser for the nonprofit, which provides aid to children in need in Tarrant, Collin, Denton and Dallas counties, said Marissa Chaney, executive director of Speedway Children's Charities' Texas chapter.

Zooming in: Last year, the Speedway Children’s Charities’ Texas chapter, or SCC-Texas, awarded $250,000 in grants to 37 nonprofits throughout the region. Chaney said there were 165 requests submitted, and the board of directors looked through each application. Chaney said the awards range from $5,000-$20,000, depending on the specific project requested, and are for a specific project rather than operational funds.

The details: Texas Motor Speedway will host a trio of races from May 1-3. A live auction, a legacy shop with memorabilia and a 50-50 raffle are all part of the fundraising efforts during race weekend.

• 3545 Lone Star Circle, Fort Worth