It's been almost 15 years since a day that shook the United States to its core: a day that brought indescribable grief; a day that inspired unprecedented unity; a day that unfortunately added a new chapter to history books. September 11, 2001 forever changed the nation with the destruction of the World Trade Centers, a […]
When you grab a bottle of wine at Landon Winery, you won't have to guess where or how it was crafted—you can actually watch winemakers at work. Landon Winery's downtown McKinney location puts its winemaking process on full display, proving that the vino on the shelves is truly Texas-born. Despite the fact that these small-batch […]
It hasn't even been 20 years since the first Scooter's Coffee opened in Nebraska, a simple drive-through coffee shop, but founders Don and Linda Eckles have already built a java empire. With 140 locations scattered across the country today and another 40 slated to open within the next year, Scooter's Coffee is a hit, which […]
What’s better evening entertainment than dinner and a show? If that sounds like an ideal night out, be sure to stop by Hank’s Texas Grill. Hank’s is a restaurant and live music venue located just a few miles from Orion McKinney, making it a great place to stop by this week. Hank's Texas Grill offers […]
When it was built in 1875, the Collin County Courthouse was widely considered the tallest building in the state north of San Antonio. And that was even before the city remodeled the courthouse in 1927, a renovation that added a third floor and effectively doubled the square footage. The revamped space served as the courthouse […]
The brewmasters at Franconia Brewing Company have roots in Germany—owner Dennis Wehrman actually studied beer-brewing in Munich, and his family began crafting beer there in the 1800s. So it makes sense that they create beers in the classic Bavarian style, an homage to the signature suds of Germany. Although their beers have heavy German influences, […]
Bessie Heard loved McKinney almost as much as she loved nature, which is why she worked so hard to ensure that an untouched piece of North Texas would remain even after she was gone. The 289-acre Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary debuted in 1967 to teach locals about Mother Nature, and its lush […]
The 108 acres sitting across the street from McKinney High School belong to a beloved local park: the Towne Lake Recreation Area. The acreage encompasses a huge variety of things to do, from fishing off the pier to paddle-boating around the lake. So pack a picnic basket and head here to enjoy this local park […]
Summer's best produce is ripe for the picking at North Texas Farmers Markets! Tomatoes, green beans, summer squash, melons and peaches are ready for you and your family – fresh from our local farmers to you. Stop by one of our local markets and find out what's ripe for the picking! COLLIN COUNTY Collin County […]
Sometimes the only thing that can satisfy your hunger is a classic deli sandwich. So don't worry: The Great Outdoors is a local sandwich shop near you offering an inspired menu of classic sandwiches stuffed with quality meats. The Great Outdoors is located just a mile and a half from Orion McKinney Apartments, making it […]