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As the weekend winds down, it’s the perfect time to catch up on what everyone’s been talking about. This week’s top reads cover a little bit of everything — growth, design, leadership and a few bold ideas shaping what’s next for North Texas. Whether you’re scrolling between errands or settling in after lunch, these stories make for smart, easy Sunday reading to keep you in the know.
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Plano is set to welcome a striking new cultural and hospitality landmark as Miyako Hotels & Resorts, a subsidiary of Japan-based Kintetsu Group Holdings, begins construction on the Miyako Hybrid Hotel Plano. READ MORE
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McKinney is taking a major step toward boosting local agriculture and community engagement. On Oct. 6, city leaders approved a license agreement with the Seed Project Foundation to create a nonprofit community farm on 62 acres at Gray Branch Parkland, land the city originally purchased in 2016. READ MORE
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Maranello, a Plano-based luxury auto garage company, is set to break ground on its highly anticipated facility in Q4 2025 and is sharing new renderings of what customers can expect. Construction is expected to take just over a year, with completion projected in roughly 13 months. READ MORE
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The Stoneleigh, one of Dallas’ most storied hotels, will debut its multi-million-dollar transformation in spring 2026. Long considered a cultural destination of Uptown, the historic property is being reintroduced as both a luxury destination and a gathering place for locals. READ MORE
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When Ruiz Foods, the nation’s No. 1 frozen Mexican food brand, moved its corporate headquarters to Frisco’s Hall Park, it marked more than a corporate relocation. For President Kimberli Carroll, the move represents both a professional milestone and a personal adventure: building community, fostering innovation and discovering all that Collin County has to offer. READ MORE
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Celina is getting a major new neighborhood. Huffines Enterprises recently announced plans for Serenade Texas, a $100 million master-planned community that will bring more than 850 new homes to the fast-growing city. READ MORE
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