Universal Kids Resort Unveils Theme Park Lands in Frisco
Universal Kids Resort has revealed six themed park lands, including attractions based on characters from DreamWorks Animation’s Shrek, Gabby’s Dollhouse, Nickelodeon’s SpongeBob SquarePants, Illumination’s Minions, and Jurassic World. Each area will offer themed characters, rides, and experiences that transport visitors into these beloved worlds.
AT&T Plans 30,000-Square-Foot Warehouse and Administrative Facility in Southeast McKinney
AT&T is seeking rezoning approval for a new development in southeast McKinney, which will feature a 30,000-square-foot warehouse and administrative facility. Located on nearly 11 acres at the northwest corner of Airport Drive and Old Mill Road, the site sits just south of Harry McKillop Boulevard and the future Spur 399 extension.
Plano Bond Referendum Includes $130 Million for Road Repairs
Plano’s 2025 bond package, up for voter approval in May, includes $130 million allocated for 38 miles of road overlays. This project is designed to extend the lifespan of Plano’s streets, although it may create short-term roadwork disruptions.
Richardson ISD Considers Inter-District Transfers
Richardson ISD is exploring the option of allowing students from outside its boundaries to enroll through an expanded open enrollment policy. Applicants will be evaluated based on academic performance, attendance, STAAR test scores, and discipline records, with priority given to students within district boundaries. The application window will be open for about a month.
Colleyville Council Approves Business Park Development
The Colleyville City Council has approved a Planned Unit Development for a new business park at 6521 Colleyville Blvd. The 4.31-acre property will feature three buildings with 23 suites, each averaging 3,600 square feet.
Keller ISD Faces $9.4 Million Budget Shortfall
Keller ISD is planning for a $9.4 million budget shortfall for the 2025-26 school year. Proposed cuts include raising the student-teacher ratio at high schools, eliminating transportation for students not meeting state requirements, and closing Early Learning Center North and South, moving students to elementary schools.
Downtown Lewisville Revitalization Continues with New Developments
Aura Main Street, a new multifamily project in Old Town Lewisville, is set to open this spring. It will be the fourth such development in the area, following three projects that opened in the past year. More than 800 multifamily units have been added, with even more expected by 2025. Additional single-family and townhome developments are also underway.
Kalahari Resort Set to Open in Allen by 2030
Kalahari Resorts is on track to open a $950 million resort in Allen by 2030. The 1.2 million-square-foot resort will include at least 900 guest rooms, an indoor and outdoor waterpark, a 165,000-square-foot convention center, and a family entertainment center. The project will be built on a 123-acre site near the corner of SH 121 and Stacy Road, on the northern border of Allen and McKinney.