See details on these stories and more in this list of the top six most-read stories from Community Impact's Dallas-Fort Worth coverage areas from Dec. 1-5.
1. McKinney council approves zoning for new Texas Health hospital near Trinity Falls
Plans are underway to develop a new Texas Health hospital and medical complex located just south of the Trinity Falls neighborhood in McKinney. The new hospital was named Texas Health McKinney in a letter of intent submitted to the city. A conceptual stacking plan included in the letter shows a first phase with a five-story hospital featuring an emergency department, surgery space, women’s services floor and 60 inpatient beds.
See more details from Reporter Colby Farr.
2. Prosper ISD sets middle school attendance zones for 2026-27 school year
With a new middle school set to open in the 2026-27 school year, Prosper ISD officials have set new attendance zones for its middle school campuses. Rising eighth graders can either remain at their current middle school with no transportation provided or attend their new zoned middle school. A dedicated transfer window will be open until Dec. 9.
Read here from Reporter Hannah Johnson.
3. Silver Line connects riders from Plano, Richardson to DFW Airport
Nearly two decades after its initial conception, the 26-mile, $2 billion Silver Line transit rail from transportation agency Dallas Area Rapid Transit is now open. As of Oct. 25, riders can hop on the train and travel to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport in less than an hour. The Silver Line has two stations each in Plano and Richardson, and six additional stations that touch Dallas, Addison, Carrollton, Coppell and Grapevine.
Continue reading to find out more from Editor Michael Crouchley.
4. Lewisville ISD superintendent proposes moving programs out of surplus buildings
Lewisville ISD officials are considering relocating programs hosted at the Student Success Center and Learning Center, following district officials declaring those properties are surplus in August. LISD’s enrollment will likely decline by about 4,300 students over the next 10 years, from 46,371 in 2025 down to 42,008 by 2035, according to district documents.
Get the complete picture from Reporter Adam Doe.
5. 15 business, restaurant updates from Grapevine, Colleyville, Southlake
Check out the latest business and restaurant updates in Grapevine, Colleyville and Southlake, including a new estimated opening date for a popular Italian eatery. New businesses include a Mediterranean bar and grill, a car wash and a chocolatier shop.
See more details on local business updates from Editor Gabby Bailey.
6. Check out 14 places for children to play indoors around Dallas-Fort Worth
As cold weather and winter break approach, check out these options for children to be warm and entertained at these Dallas-Fort Worth indoor playgrounds.
Read more from Reporter Adam Doe.
