Now open
The store sells a variety of liquor, wine, beer, vape and tobacco products.
The business will provide salon spaces for rent that come with amenities like on-site laundry and complimentary Wi-Fi, per the company’s website.
3. iCode
The STEM learning center integrates AI into its curriculum and offers programs for students ages 5-18, such as learning how to program VEX robots.
The store sells a variety of items including beer, cigarettes, vapes, coffee, snacks and farm-fresh eggs.
In addition to classic ice cream flavors including vanilla, chocolate, salted caramel and mint chip, the dessert business also offers seasonal flavors, the company’s website states. Other menu options include sundaes, ice cream sandwiches, cookies and brownies.
The gift boutique owned by Patty Streber offers silversmithing and jewelry art by Streber, including necklaces, bracelets, earrings and rings, as well as candles and local wall art.
Coming soon
7. McDonald’s
A new McDonald’s drive-thru restaurant is expected to be developed after city officials granted a specific use permit for the project in January. The fast food chain is known for menu items such as the Big Mac and Quarter Pounder.
In the news
An open house was hosted for the 50,000-square-foot facility, which features a flight simulation space and a retail store, in November after opening earlier in 2025. Cirrus Aircraft offers a variety of private aviation services including flight training and concierge services. The new facility will allow for expanded operations and additional space for aircraft sales and flight training.
9. Jason’s Deli
The fast-casual eatery company is celebrating its 50th anniversary with special promotions and offers, according to a Dec. 30 news release.
Various locations including 1681 N. Central Expressway, Ste. 500, McKinney
Hospital officials unveiled the hospital’s newest surgical robot, named “Wilbur” by an Allen ISD 6th grader, in December, a media spokesperson said in an email. Surgeons will use the robot to complete a variety of minimally invasive procedures for thoracic, general surgery, colorectal, urology and gynecology surgeries.
The McKinney-based company has transitioned to an employee-owned structure through an employee stock ownership plan, according to a company news release. Pogue Construction offers design and construction services for commercial, educational and municipal projects.
12. Razzoo’s
M Crowd Restaurant Group, which is the parent company of Mi Cocina and Vaqueros among other eateries, announced the acquisition of the restaurant brand’s locations in Texas and North Carolina on Dec. 30.
Closings
13. Botanic Life
The business, which opened in March 2022, offered a variety of holistic health products including CBD products, essential oils, supplements, skin products and creams, herbal tea blends, bath salts and more.
14. Scooter’s Coffee
The coffee shop permanently closed, according to signs posted at the location. The shop served a variety of hot drinks, cold drinks, smoothies and pastries.
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