🌱 Affordable Housing in McKinney + New Frisco Massage Boutique

Happy Thursday, people of McKinney-Frisco! Here are the most important things happening today in town.

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First, today's weather:

Cool with clouds and sun. High: 59 Low: 37.

Here are the top stories in McKinney-Frisco today:

1. In McKinney, the labor shortage problems started before the pandemic. Organized by the McKinney Chamber of Commerce, dozens of business leaders signed on to a statement publicly expressing their support for solutions to housing issues. The list includes the city’s top employers like the McKinney Independent School District, Encore Wire, Atmos Energy, and area hospitals. Lisa Hermes, president and CEO of the McKinney Chamber of Commerce, said failing to act now will only hurt residents and employers in the long run. (NBCDFW)
2. A new spa is coming to Frisco, TX called The NOW Massage. To celebrate the opening of their new boutique, the NOW Massage will be giving customers a complimentary enhancement with every digital gift card they purchase. (Frisco Chamber of Commerce)

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Today in McKinney-Frisco:

• Mom & Tots Open Gym - McKinney Parks and Recreation (10:30 AM)
• FAFSA How-To (All Ages) - Ticketed - John and Judy Gay Library (7:00 PM)

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— Nicole Fallon-Peek

About me: Nicole Fallon-Peek is a journalist and copywriter with a degree in Media, Culture and Communication from New York University. She has served as a freelance reporter, managing editor, copy editor, and editorial director for a variety of B2B news outlets. She currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.