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Allen ISD Starts Aug. 13: Bus Eligibility and Who to Call

Classes begin Thursday. Allen ISD buses eligible K-12 riders both ways each day, with a two-mile threshold and a dispatch line open from 5:30 a.m.

Quincy VargasAugust 10, 20261 min read

Allen Gas Prices Ease to $3.6112 as Monthly Costs Rise — August 9, 2026

Regular unleaded averages $3.6112 in the Dallas area, down from yesterday, up from last week and above the Texas average.

Quincy VargasAugust 10, 20261 min read

Allen Parks and Recreation Opens Fall Program Registration

The City of Allen has opened registration for its fall recreation season, featuring the return of the Allen Cottage Farmers Market, adult sports leagues, and various youth camps.

Wade PenningtonAugust 9, 20261 min read

Allen, Texas Schools Ranked Among Best in State

A recent report highlights top educational institutions in Allen, Texas, including Allen High School and Collin College.

Quincy VargasAugust 9, 20261 min read

Allen expands senior fall prevention program to four new facilities

The Allen Fire Department is extending its Steady Together Project to four additional senior living communities following a successful initial phase focused on home safety improvements and education.

Quincy VargasAugust 9, 20262 min read

Allen Man Faces Felony After High-Speed Chase

A Bedford resident was charged with felony endangerment after a pursuit through Allen that reached speeds of 127 mph.

Quincy VargasAugust 9, 20262 min read

Allen Texas Offers Diverse Activities for Adults and Children

A selection of venues in Allen, Texas provides options for adult dining and entertainment alongside family-friendly recreational facilities.

Quincy VargasAugust 9, 20261 min read

8/2-8/9 Allen Real Estate Report: 542 Listings, Sale Price Down 2.8%

Realtor.com counted 542 Allen, TX homes for sale as of June 2026, while Redfin reported 305 homes sold in May 2026 and a median sale price of $499,451.

Quincy VargasAugust 9, 20262 min read

8/1-8/8 Allen Real Estate Report: 542 Listings, Sale Price Down 2.8%

Realtor.com counted 542 Allen, TX homes for sale as of June 2026, while Redfin reported 305 homes sold in May 2026 and a median sale price of $499,451.

Quincy VargasAugust 8, 20262 min read

Allen-Prosper among 11 high school football games set for FOX 4 PLUS

KDFI 27, also known as FOX 4 PLUS, will air an 11-game high school football schedule that includes Allen at Prosper on Sept. 17.

Quincy VargasAugust 6, 20262 min read

Mom’s Cafe Reopens on East Main Street in Allen

Mom’s Cafe has reopened at 602 E. Main St. in Allen after closing in November 2025.

Wade PenningtonAugust 5, 20261 min read

Ken Paxton pitches affordability proposal at Allen rally

Ken Paxton presented an affordability plan in Allen that includes proposed federal tax deductions tied to health care, home buying and healthy living.

Quincy VargasAugust 5, 20261 min read

Ken Paxton Opens U.S. Senate Campaign Tour in Allen

Ken Paxton began a U.S. Senate campaign tour in Allen while outlining proposals on taxes and affordability.

Wade PenningtonAugust 5, 20261 min read

Bravo Park Opens in Allen, the First Piece of the Sloan Corners Development

Allen marked the opening of Bravo Park at Sloan Corners on Aug. 1. Five acres of a planned 30-acre green space are now open at 785 Bravo Park Drive.

Wade PenningtonAugust 4, 20261 min read

John Cornyn and Ted Cruz: How Your Senators Voted This Week

Senators Cornyn and Cruz voted to confirm Walter Clayton as Director of National Intelligence.

Renata DoyleAugust 1, 20262 min read

7/25-8/1 Allen Real Estate Report: 542 Listings, Sale Price Down 2.8%

Realtor.com counted 542 Allen, TX homes for sale as of June 2026, while Redfin reported 305 homes sold in May 2026 and a median sale price of $499,451.

Quincy VargasAugust 1, 20262 min read

Allen Gas Prices Ease to $3.6190 as Monthly Costs Rise — July 30, 2026

Regular unleaded averages $3.6190 in the Dallas area, down from yesterday, down from last week and below the Texas average.

Quincy VargasJuly 30, 20261 min read

Allen families get tax-free weekend before Allen ISD starts Aug. 13

Texas' tax-free weekend runs Friday, Aug. 7, through Sunday, Aug. 9, 2026. Here is what qualifies for Allen shoppers before Allen ISD starts Thursday, Aug. 13, 2026.

Quincy VargasJuly 29, 20261 min read

Allen Gas Prices Ease to $3.6420 as Monthly Costs Rise — July 29, 2026

Regular unleaded averages $3.6420 in the Dallas area, down from yesterday, down from last week and below the Texas average.

Quincy VargasJuly 29, 20261 min read

No. 10 Duncanville to face No. 18 Allen in MaxPreps Game of the Week

MaxPreps has selected the Aug. 28 matchup between No. 10 Duncanville and No. 18 Allen as its Game of the Week, with live streaming available across multiple platforms.

Quincy VargasJuly 29, 20262 min read

Allen, Coppell football teams ranked in MaxPreps preseason list

Allen and Coppell high school football programs have been included in the MaxPreps national preseason rankings for the 2026 season.

Quincy VargasJuly 28, 20261 min read