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Riley Farrell
Riley Farrell

Reporter, Frisco & McKinney

Riley joined Community Impact in January 2023 after graduating with honors from Columbia Graduate School of Journalism in May 2022. She covers the communities of Frisco and McKinney. Prior to CI, Riley served as the David Jayne Fellow for ABC News in London, a reporter for Religion News Service, an editor for Odyssey, a writer for D Magazine and a radio news talk show host. She has had bylines in the Washington Post, Yahoo News, ABCNews.com, the Battalion Newspaper, Columbia News Service and more. When she is not writing, she enjoys baking, fitness and caffeinating.

Latest from Riley Farrell
photo of Jenna and Matt Bresnan
Bresnan Bread and Pastry celebrates first birthday in Historic McKinney
‘Arts in Bloom’ Festival is a three-day celebration in the historic, cultural district of McKinney featuring over 125 artists, interactive creative activities for children, food, wine and live music. (Courtesy City of McKinney/Photos by Cassie Loree Photography)
Attend a murder mystery dinner, go on a coffee crawl and 11 more things to do in McKinney
Jiujutsu originated as a weaponless method of defense for warriors. (Courtesy Caveirinha Jiu-Jitsu Family Academy)
Caveirinha Jiu-Jitsu Family Academy strikes again with east Frisco location
Chipotle's first restaurant came to fruition in 1993 in Colorado but now has over 3,000 locations, according to Chipotle's website. (Courtesy Chipotle Mexican Grill)
New Chipotle Mexican Grill spices up Coit Road in east Frisco
The Brass Tap Frisco offers over 150 craft beers from around the world, according to its website. (Courtesy The Brass Tap)
The Brass Tap offers brews, bites at new west Frisco location
Chau takes inspiration from French, Japanese, Southern BBQ, Southern East Asian and Mexican cuisine to create tacos. (Courtesy The Dream Tacos by Chetra)
The Dream Tacos by Chetra gives Plano new location to taco ‘bout
Happy Morning Breakfast Cafe’s manager said the restaurant offers popular American and Tex-Mex breakfasts. (Courtesy Happy Morning Breakfast Cafe)
Happy Morning Breakfast Cafe serves up diner-style meals on FM 423 in West Frisco
Shawn Pratt’s career at McKinney ISD education spans 30 years, including as athletic director and assistant superintendent of student activities, health and safety. (Courtesy McKinney ISD)
McKinney ISD board names lone finalist for superintendent
Dutch Bros coined the term “broistas,” referring to its baristas. (Courtesy Dutch Bros)
Dutch Bros Coffee energizes Lebanon Road with new Frisco location
Leadership Prep School is one of the only public charter schools in Frisco. As a charter schools, LPS is a tuition-free, open-enrollment public school that can adapt to the educational needs of individual students, according to the LPS website. (Riley Farrell/Community Impact)
Leadership Prep School in Frisco approves four-day week for 2023-24 school year
Agora, which refers to the ancient Greek term for “gathering place,” inspired the chefs to use authentic Mediterranean spices and recipes. (Courtesy Agora Greek Restaurant)
Agora Greek Restaurant serves authentic Mediterranean cuisine in Frisco
Toshani Fab sells traditional clothing items such as sarees and lehengas in an array of shades. (Riley Farrell/Community Impact)
Toshani Fab dresses patrons in customizable Indian wear off Warren Parkway in Frisco
The Collin College board of trustees, in tandem with the college President Neil Matkin, legislates the college’s policy, budget and strategic direction. (Courtesy Collin College)
8 candidates run for Collin College’s board on May 6 ballot
No additional roads will be closed due to the opening of the tollway’s southbound lanes. (Courtesy North Texas Tollway Authority)
Dallas North Tollway bridge’s southbound lanes over US 380 open
Bojangles serves its Chicken 'n Biscuits in hundreds of locations across several Southern states, according to its website. (Courtesy Bojangles)
Cajun fast-food chain Bojangles breaks ground on US 380 in Frisco
Gallagher became superintendent in 2017 following his time as the assistant superintendent for educational services.
Little Elm ISD superintendent placed on administrative leave
Patrons can caffeinate through energy drinks, smoothies, hot coffees or the business’s signature: the 151 caramel macchiato, made with salted caramel-infused milk. (Riley Farrell/Community Impact)
151 Coffee stirring up excitement with upcoming McKinney location
Mayor Jeff Cheney is running for reelection against Jonathan Spencer and Mark Piland. (Courtesy Adobe Stock)
Frisco mayor, council seat see contested races
Frisco ISD.
Four candidates vie for Frisco ISD board as filing period closes
Chef Chen unveiled a refreshed look at the same Frisco location after closing for three years due to pandemic-related issues. (Riley Farrell/Community Impact)
Chef Chen reopens to serve up ‘classic Chinese cuisines’ on Gaylord Parkway in Frisco