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What's up McKinney! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why did McKinney land near the top of U.S. housing rankings?
  • Are McKinney recall petition supporters facing unlawful intimidation?
  • Why Keith Self's "political Islam" warning is hitting home in McKinney

Also on today's calendar: Curated Comedy and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the wall say to the other wall. 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 100 and low of 74 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Thursday: Mostly sunny and hot, temps: high: 99, low: 72.
  • Friday: Sunny and toasty conditions, with a high of 99 and low of 74 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• America's Top 10 real estate markets include four Texas hotspots (mysanantonio.com) — McKinney ranks No. 2 in a new WalletHub study of America's strongest real estate markets, highlighting its mix of affordability, rapid job growth, and a surge in new-home construction. The report puts McKinney alongside Frisco, Denton, and Allen as part of a booming North Texas housing corridor that continues attracting buyers nationwide.
   

• McKinney Recall Effort Draws Federal Civil Rights Complaint Over Alleged Intimidation (dailysignal.com) — McKinney residents are at the center of a federal civil-rights complaint alleging intimidation and harassment tied to a City Council recall petition, including reports of anonymous messages and online targeting of petition supporters. Collin County Citizens for Integrity is asking the U.S. Department of Justice, along with state leaders, to review whether recent conduct crosses the line from heated political disagreement into unlawful voter intimidation.
   

• Keith Self Says Political Islam Is Taking Hold in North Texas. Local Muslims Ask: Who Is He Talking About? (tx3dnews.com) — McKinney is in the spotlight as U.S. Rep. Keith Self labels his North Texas district—and his hometown—a hub of what he calls "political Islam," while local Muslims push back and question who he's talking about. After Self opposed a McKinney Islamic center and cited taqiyya on talk radio, residents and experts challenged his characterization of Islamic teachings and asked for evidence behind his claims.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Can someone please help me take 5 kittens and get them adopted or to a rescue?
    My boyfriend rescued them and we bottle fed them and raised them but he has not been able to get them adopted. We already have cats and I am pregnant… (Nextdoor Historic District)
  • Had to put down my dog of 16 years.
    Called Lake Forest Vet in McKinney and they were open yesterday ( Sunday) and gave me an appointment. They were very kind and professional. I… (Nextdoor East Stacy in Fairview)
  • Brakes Plus, Inc. posted a job opening for Fast Track Management Program- BRAND NEW STORE!! in Mckinney. Apply here.
  • The Guitar Center posted a job opening for Music Teacher Store 6621 in Mckinney. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near McKinney here.

🗞 Nearby News

Allen

  • BigXthaPlug Arrested on DWI, Marijuana and Gun Charges Exactly One Year After Prior Arrest (lawcommentary.com)
  • Southern Land scores $166M construction loan for mixed-use project in Houston's Upper Kirby (therealdeal.com)
  • 2026 High School Football Games of the Week: Aug. 27-29 (on3.com)

Prosper

  • How homebuyers are using AI-powered realtors to save tens of thousands in fees (nypost.com)
  • Cowboys Hint at Decision on Veteran Despite Arrest (heavy.com)

Frisco

  • Indoor Digital Mapping Expands From Emergency Response to Daily Operations (propmodo.com)

Ok McKinney! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Meet me at the corner. (Thank you Earlene M. for sending it in!)
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