Golf Ranch Richardson is moving forward with renovations and additions, including 28 new covered hitting bays and an additional parking lot. Richardson’s City Plan Commission unanimously recommended approval on Oct. 8 to amend the golf driving range’s special permit and allow for the renovations.

The overview: Golf Ranch currently has 71 hitting bays, including six bays in the golf barn and 45 bays that are covered by an aluminum canopy, senior planner Derica Peters said. The covered bays contain amenities like advanced ball-tracking technology, seating, TV monitors, outdoor fans and heaters.

A closer look: Golf Ranch requested the special permit amendments to accommodate several modifications, including removing all existing uncovered bays and constructing a new covered hitting structure. Other planned modifications include a new parking lot, street modifications and new buildings for administration, food and beverage, Peters said.

Enclave Coworking is now open in Richardson, offering flexible, local workspaces, said Eve Burkett, Enclave Sales & Member Experience Lead.

The overview: Burkett said Enclave’s space is designed to serve remote professionals, freelancers, entrepreneurs, small business owners and anyone else who needs a “productive place to work.” Enclave members will have 24/7 access to coworking lounges, private offices, conference rooms, phone rooms and other spaces.

Quote of note: “Rather than commuting into a larger business district, professionals can have a comfortable, professional place to work right in their neighborhood,” Burkett said in an email. “We wanted Enclave to feel less like a traditional office and more like a welcoming, home-away-from-home workspace.”

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Voters in North Texas, including Denton County voters, will choose between two candidates for the State Board of Education, District 14 seat, which will be on the ballot for the Nov. 3 election.

What you need to know: The candidates running for the position are Republican Mindy Bumgarner and Democrat Amy Taylor. The District 14 seat is currently held by Republican Evelyn Brooks, who is not running for reelection this year.

Candidates were asked to keep responses within 50 words, answer the questions provided and avoid attacking opponents. Answers may have been edited or cut to adhere to those guidelines, or for style and clarity. Candidates are listed in alphabetical order by last name.

What else? Oct. 5 is the last day for residents to register to vote, according to the Texas Secretary of State website. Early voting will take place from Oct. 19-30.