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Morning McKinney! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why a Collin County judge refused a new trial request
  • What McKinney testimony convinced a judge to deny a new trial?
  • How a McKinney student landed a coveted Charles Schwab finance internship

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

Today's riddle: What did the Buffalo say when his son left? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Mostly sunny and hot, with a high of 107 and low of 83 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Monday: Partly sunny, breezy and hot, temps: high: 107, low: 81.
  • Tuesday: Hot; a stray p.m. t-shower, with a high of 105 and low of 81 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Texas judge denies Karmelo Anthony's request for new trial in deadly stabbing at track meet (sfchronicle.com) — A Collin County judge has refused to grant a new trial in the high‑profile murder case tied to proceedings at the courthouse in McKinney, keeping 19‑year‑old Karmelo Anthony's 35‑year sentence in place. The ruling follows a two‑day hearing near Dallas over alleged courtroom restrictions and judicial conduct, and Anthony's lawyers say they will now take the case to an appeals court.
   

2. Judge denies Karmelo Anthony's bid for new trial after ex-lawyers detail dispute that kept him from testifying (1010wcsi.com) — A retired district judge has denied Karmelo Anthony's bid for a new trial after two days of testimony in McKinney, keeping his Collin County murder conviction and 35‑year sentence intact. The hearing centered on an unwritten evidence agreement and whether it discouraged Anthony from testifying, along with questions about courtroom access and jury instructions; his case now moves to the appeals process.
   

3. Internship Spotlight: Rawls College Finance Student Gains Experience, Confidence at Charles Schwab (ttu.edu) — A Texas Tech finance student from McKinney parlayed campus resources and persistence into a nine-week internship at Charles Schwab's Westlake headquarters. He describes how networking, mentorship, and passing the SIE exam boosted his confidence and clarified his path toward a client-facing finance career, offering practical advice for other students chasing competitive internships.
   

4. Ked's Recruiting Roundup: IlliniGuys Catches Up With Top Five Elite Basketball Recruit Benjamin Berrouet (illiniguys.com) — A top-five national basketball recruit is starring for Dynamic Prep in McKinney, putting the city on the radar of major college programs. Illinois is pushing for a campus visit this fall, as analysts highlight his size, versatility, and growing national profile among 2028 prospects.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Well we have been Texas (Dallas and McKinney) for a year now I think we're ready for the next step.
    We're getting a 9 week old female lab. Now here is what I need from everyone. What to expect? Any suggestions will help. How long until we leave it… (Nextdoor Craig Ranch North)
  • Our indoor cat Oakley got out & went into the Storm Drain Wednesday, 8/19 around 10 am -corner of Anita & Sapphire across from Elliott Elementary.
    In the event he went out one of the other drains in the neighborhood or surrounding & found someone to go to & seek help this information is for you… (Nextdoor Brookstone)
  • City of McKinney Texas posted a job opening for Deputy City Marshal in Mckinney. Apply here.
  • J. C. Penney Company, Inc. posted a job opening for Beauty Consultant - Village @ Fairview in Mckinney. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near McKinney here.

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: Bison! (Thank you Judy M. for sending it in!)
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