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Allen community profile: Susan Jackson is a Friend of the Library

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Allen news roundup: city boards, committees and commissions seeking applicants

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Allen news roundup: city boards, committees and commissions seeking applicants

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Jun 30, 2022

Allen business briefs: bike parade and blood

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Allen business briefs: bike parade and blood

By Garrett Gravley | Star Local Media
Jun 30, 2022

Hey Allen residents, get a sneak peek at how the Stephen G. Terrell Recreation Center is progressing

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Hey Allen residents, get a sneak peek at how the Stephen G. Terrell Recreation Center is progressing

By Garrett Gravley | Star Local Media
Jun 29, 2022

Jury trial date set for El Paso shooting suspect with ties to Collin County

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Jury trial date set for El Paso shooting suspect with ties to Collin County

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Jun 28, 2022

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THE FLIPSIDE: Did I see your father at the concert?

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THE FLIPSIDE: Did I see your father at the concert?

Jun 27, 2022

Have you ever paused and tried to imagine what your parents were doing at the same age? Read More

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Allen community profile: Laura Lindsey helps others ‘find their voice’

Jun 24, 2022

Laura Lindsey is the communications and community engagement director for Heroes on the Water, an Allen-based nonprofit that provides first responders and military veterans with “recreational wellness experiences” such as kayaking and kayak fishing. These services, she says in this Q&A, … Read More

Tony Hill talks Market Street Allen USA ahead of the city's staple Independence Day celebration this Saturday

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Tony Hill talks Market Street Allen USA ahead of the city's staple Independence Day celebration this Saturday

Jun 23, 2022

The city of Allen’s flagship Fourth of July celebration event Market Street Allen USA is this Saturday at Celebration Park. Read More

Allen ISD trying to fill job openings for special education, ESL and other specialized fields ahead of 2022-23 school year

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Allen ISD trying to fill job openings for special education, ESL and other specialized fields ahead of 2022-23 school year

Jun 23, 2022

School is out for the summer, and amid a nationwide education staffing shortage, many teachers are not returning for the 2022-23 school year. Read More

A brewery is coming to Allen: P&Z approves zoning amendment for Armor Brewing Co. extension

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A brewery is coming to Allen: P&Z approves zoning amendment for Armor Brewing Co. extension

Jun 22, 2022

A zoning amendment for a proposed brewery in Allen was unanimously recommended by the Allen Planning and Zoning Commission and is now pending the approval of Allen City Council. Read More

Here's what could be sprouting up at The Farm in Allen over the next year

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Here's what could be sprouting up at The Farm in Allen over the next year

Jun 22, 2022

Construction for The Farm development is continuing in Allen. Read More

It's official! 2026 World Cup games will be coming to Dallas

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It's official! 2026 World Cup games will be coming to Dallas

Updated Jun 16, 2022

As the city of Dallas was announced as one of 16 host cities for the 2026 World Cup, FC Dallas team president Dan Hunt, Frisco Mayor Jeff Cheney and other Frisco leaders in attendance couldn't contain their excitement. Read More

COMMUNITY STAR: Supporting local businesses gives Saundra Midkiff purpose

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COMMUNITY STAR: Supporting local businesses gives Saundra Midkiff purpose

Jun 16, 2022

If you ever attend Allen/Fairview Chamber of Commerce events, you have most likely met this week's Community Star for Allen — Saundra Midkiff. Read More

Allen Public Library to host lecture on Speaker of the House Sam Rayburn

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Allen Public Library to host lecture on Speaker of the House Sam Rayburn

Jun 15, 2022

Emma Trent and Stacie Flood will discuss the life and legacy of Sam Rayburn on June 30 at the Allen Public Library. Read More

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All-around excellence: Celina, Lovejoy, Allen crack top 3 in final Lone Star Cup standings; JPII wins Henderson Cup

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2022 Star Local Media All-Area Baseball Team: See which players earned honors for their play on the diamond

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2022 Star Local Media All-Area Baseball Team: See which players earned honors for their play on the diamond

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2022 Star Local Media All-Area Softball Team: See which players earned honors for their play on the diamond

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2022 Star Local Media All-Area Softball Team: See which players earned honors for their play on the diamond

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Another trip around the sun: The 10 best games I covered during the 2021-22 school year

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Jun 23, 2022

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Summer Questions: Top teams, games from another busy year in 5-6A

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Summer Questions: Top teams, games from another busy year in 5-6A

Jun 19, 2022

The end of one chapter gives way to the start of another, and such is the case as teams around the state begin preparations for the 2022-23 school year. Read More

Area softball players relish experience of competing in DFW Fast-pitch All-Star Game

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Area softball players relish experience of competing in DFW Fast-pitch All-Star Game

Jun 15, 2022

MCKINNEY – Prior to Tuesday, the last time that Lewisville head softball coach Porscha Albert had participated in an all-star game came in 2004 at Duncanville. She was in her senior season at Lewisville, the team that she now coaches, before going on to have a standout collegiate career at Colgate. Read More

Representing their country: Allen’s McDonald, Coppell’s Sine lead U.S. U-16 team to 3-0 record in UEFA Development Tournament

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Representing their country: Allen’s McDonald, Coppell’s Sine lead U.S. U-16 team to 3-0 record in UEFA Development Tournament

Jun 6, 2022

Allen sophomore forward Ava McDonald and Coppell sophomore defender Tabitha Sine helped to lead the U.S. Under-16 Women’s Youth National Team to a 3-0 record in the UEFA Development Tournament, held May 18-23 in Sweden. Read More

Area girls soccer standouts earn TASCO all-state, all-region honors

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Area girls soccer standouts earn TASCO all-state, all-region honors

Jun 5, 2022

With a plethora of productive 2022 seasons in the books for numerous girls soccer teams around the Metroplex, several standout players received some additional recognition from the Texas Association of Soccer Coaches recently on its annual all-region and all-state teams. Read More

All-Metroplex all-stars: Allen's Hood named MVP; area players reign in superlatives

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All-Metroplex all-stars: Allen's Hood named MVP; area players reign in superlatives

Jun 3, 2022

On Wednesday, the DFW Fastpitch Association released a list of their selections for the 2022 all-Metroplex team. Read More

Vote for Star Local Media's Athlete of the Week

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Vote for Star Local Media's Athlete of the Week

May 29, 2022

Each week throughout the 2021-22 school year, Star Local Media will recognize one of the standout student-athletes from its coverage area as Athlete of the Week. Read More

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Vote for Star Local Media's Athlete of the Week

May 22, 2022

Each week throughout the 2021-22 school year, Star Local Media will recognize one of the standout student-athletes from its coverage area as Athlete of the Week. Read More

Former Allen Americans player Chad Costello named third head coach of Americans in team history

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Former Allen Americans player Chad Costello named third head coach of Americans in team history

May 18, 2022

The Allen Americans, and owner Jack Gulati, announced today the team has hired Chad Costello as the third coach in team history. Read More

Medals won, records fall at 5A, 4A state track meets

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Medals won, records fall at 5A, 4A state track meets

May 18, 2022

For just a second-year varsity program, it hasn't taken long for Prosper Rock Hill to assert itself among the area's elite in track and field. Read More

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