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Allen Faces Duncanville in Texas High School Football Opener

The Allen Eagles host the Duncanville Panthers on Friday night in a rematch of last year's state semifinal, with kickoff set for 7 p.m. CT.

Quincy VargasAugust 29, 20261 min read

Duncanville and Allen face off in Texas high school matchup

Duncanville and Allen are scheduled to compete in an in-state athletic contest on August 28, 2026.

Quincy VargasAugust 28, 20261 min read

Jon Gruden Thanks Allen Eagles for Care Package Ahead of Season Opener

Former NFL coach Jon Gruden posted on social media thanking the Allen High School football team for a gift box sent ahead of their upcoming season opener against Duncanville.

Quincy VargasAugust 28, 20261 min read

Allen to host UAC basketball tournaments for three years

The United Athletic Conference selected the Credit Union of Texas Event Center in Allen as the venue for its men's and women's basketball championships starting in the 2026-27 season.

Quincy VargasAugust 28, 20262 min read

Allen's Eagle Stadium to Host Top-Ranked Duncanville in Season Opener

Eagle Stadium, a $60 million facility built in 2013, will host the 2026 high school football season opener between Allen and No. 16-ranked Duncanville.

Quincy VargasAugust 27, 20261 min read

Mean Green to Play in Three Matches at Snake River Invitational

The University of North Texas men's basketball team will participate in three games.

Quincy VargasAugust 27, 20261 min read

Top-ranked high school football matchups headline week

No. 10 Duncanville faces No. 16 Allen in Texas, while other nationally ranked teams play across the country.

Quincy VargasAugust 26, 20262 min read

Dallas County Confirms Measles Case Linked to Allen, Frisco

Health officials have verified a measles infection in Dallas County involving individuals who visited locations in Allen, Fairview, and Frisco.

Quincy VargasAugust 26, 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 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 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

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

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 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

Allen Gas Prices Ease to $3.6720 as Monthly Costs Rise — July 28, 2026

Regular unleaded averages $3.6720 in the Dallas area, down from yesterday, up from last week and equal to the Texas average.

Quincy VargasJuly 28, 20261 min read

Allen Gas Prices Ease to $3.7010 as Monthly Costs Rise — July 27, 2026

Regular unleaded averages $3.7010 in the Dallas area, down from yesterday, up from last week and above the Texas average.

Quincy VargasJuly 27, 20261 min read

Allen Gas Prices Nudge Lower to $3.7190 as Monthly Costs Rise — July 26, 2026

Regular unleaded averages $3.7190 in the Dallas area, down from yesterday, up from last week and above the Texas average.

Quincy VargasJuly 26, 20261 min read

Allen Gas Prices Ease to $3.7330 as Monthly Costs Rise — July 25, 2026

Regular unleaded averages $3.7330 in the Dallas area, down from yesterday, up from last week and above the Texas average.

Quincy VargasJuly 25, 20261 min read