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Before It Was a Museum: The Past Lives of McKinney’s 1913 Post Office Building

By Karen Eubank | January 22, 2026 |

By Lillie Miller Special contributor Lillie Miller is a 6th-generation Collin County resident and chairs the Collin County History Museum Board of Directors. When it opened in 1913, the Collin County History Museum was a United States Post office and Postal Savings Bank. This three-story federal building was designed by architect J. H. Suttle in…

Winter Storm Fern Set to Impact North Texas Friday Through Monday

By Shelby Skrhak | January 21, 2026 |

Winter storm Fern, a potent arctic cold front, is set to sweep through North Texas, bringing a messy mix of freezing rain, sleet, ice, and snow. Sub-freezing temperatures are expected to linger through Monday, Jan. 26, prompting the National Weather Service to issue a Winter Storm Warning Thursday afternoon for the Dallas–Fort Worth area as…

Christie’s @properties Lone Star Pays It Forward to the Communities It Calls Home

By Daniel Lalley | January 21, 2026 |

Christie’s International Real Estate @properties Lone Star is no stranger to success stories. With offices across the state, the brokerage has built a reputation on integrity, expertise, and its client-first approach. This combination has led the organization to receive multiple business accolades and close over $1 billion in 2025. While these wins are important, Christie’s…

Emily Vafa’s Approach to Spec Home Design: Smart, Livable, and Anything but Generic

By Elaine Raffel | January 21, 2026 |

Designing a spec house comes with its own set of rules. The goal isn’t self-expression or trend-chasing—it’s creating a home that feels considered, livable, and broadly appealing without slipping into generic.

This El Mirage Listing Crashed in Crazy Town

By Mimi Perez | January 21, 2026 |

So the “home” featured in this week’s column took the train to Crazy Town. Before it got there, however, it pulled the emergency cord and came to a screeching halt. It jumped off the train, ran 300 yards, and then took a hard left to the city of Whuuuttttt. The “home” then went full speed…

Where to Stay for the World Cup in Dallas: Why Bishop Arts Works for Walkability

By Shelby Skrhak | January 20, 2026 |

If you’re coming to Dallas for FIFA World Cup matches, there are more places to stay than just Arlington — White Rock Lake. Lake Highlands. Highland Park. Park Cities. The choices can be overwhelming. For visitors who want a neighborhood that feels like a destination — not just a place to sleep — let us…