Allen and DeSoto Eagles meet in top-ranked Texas football clash
The No. 4 Allen Eagles and No. 6 DeSoto Eagles face off at Allen Eagles Stadium in a nationally televised high school football game.
Quincy VargasSeptember 5, 20261 min read
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8/29-9/5 Allen Real Estate Report: 520 Listings, Sale Price Down 2.8%
Realtor.com counted 520 Allen, TX homes for sale as of August 2026, while Redfin reported 305 homes sold in May 2026 and a median sale price of $499,451.
Quincy VargasSeptember 5, 20262 min read
Rodeo Goat Signs Lease for New Allen Location at Sloan Corners
Popular burger chain Rodeo Goat has leased space in the Sloan Corners development in Allen, with opening details to be announced later.
Quincy VargasSeptember 4, 20261 min read
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Allen's US 75 Interchange and Widening Are on TxDOT's List. That Is All the List Says.
A ten-year transportation program approved by the Texas Transportation Commission on Aug. 27 projects $16.5 billion combined for TxDOT's two North Texas districts, Dallas and Fort Worth, out of a statewide plan of roughly $138 billion.
Quincy VargasSeptember 2, 20261 min read
High 5 Exchange breaks ground on new Allen entertainment venue
High 5 Exchange and QubicaAMF held a groundbreaking ceremony for a new family entertainment center at The Farm in Allen, with an opening planned for 2027.
Quincy VargasSeptember 2, 20262 min read
Allen City Council to Review Housekeeping Contract for Event Center
The Allen City Council will consider authorizing the city manager to execute a housekeeping services agreement with Ambassador Services, LLC, at the Credit Union of Texas Event Center. The contract carries an annual cost not to exceed $510,000 and includes automatic renewal...
Quincy VargasSeptember 2, 20261 min read
Allen City Council to Address Appraisal Certification and Board Appointments
The Allen City Council will address two agenda items on September 8, 2026. Officials will accept the required certification from the Collin Central Appraisal District Office for the 2026 Tax Year Appraisal Roll and address expiring terms and vacancies across local boards.
Quincy VargasSeptember 2, 20261 min read
Allen City Council Reviews Inspection Contract And Tax Rate
The Allen City Council agenda includes a proposal to authorize a building inspection contract with Bureau Veritas North America and conduct a public hearing on the fiscal year 2026-2027 tax rate.
Quincy VargasSeptember 2, 20261 min read
Allen City Council to Designate Official Newspapers and Approve Fiscal Budget
Allen City Council will hold a public hearing on the fiscal year 2026-2027 budget and designate The Star Local Media and The Dallas Morning News as official newspapers. The council will approve an ordinance amending the current budget and adopting the capital improvement program.
Quincy VargasSeptember 2, 20261 min read
Allen Council Reviews Concession Contract for Event Center
The Allen City Council will consider authorizing the city manager to negotiate a commercial concession services agreement with RS3 Strategic Hospitality for the Credit Union of Texas Event Center.
Quincy VargasSeptember 2, 20261 min read
Allen City Council Reviews Budget Minutes and Approves Housekeeping Contract
The Allen City Council will review minutes from the August 21-23, 2026 budget workshop and consider authorizing a housekeeping services agreement with Ambassador Services, LLC for the Credit Union of Texas Event Center.
Quincy VargasSeptember 2, 20261 min read
Sergeant Williams reflects on 13-year California career before joining Allen PD
Sergeant Williams started his law enforcement career in California and joined the Allen Police Department over four years ago.
Quincy VargasSeptember 2, 20261 min read
Allen Eagles defeat Duncanville to start 2026 football season
The Allen High School football team secured a victory over Duncanville in its 2026 season opener.
Quincy VargasSeptember 1, 20261 min read
Allen Rises in Southwest Region Rankings After Opening Win
Allen moves up in the latest regional rankings following its season-opening victory over Duncanville, while Waxahachie retains the top spot.
Wade PenningtonAugust 31, 20262 min read
University's Flock Camera Installation Raises Privacy Issues
The university has deployed 17 Flock cameras across its campuses, prompting privacy concerns.
Quincy VargasAugust 31, 20262 min read
Flock Safety Faces Funding Challenges as Texas Governor Halts State Support
Governor Abbott's decision to end funding for Flock cameras impacts Texas law enforcement.
Quincy VargasAugust 31, 20261 min read
Allen ISD shares photo gallery from August 28 pep rally
Allen ISD published a photo gallery documenting a pep rally held on August 28, 2026.
Quincy VargasAugust 30, 20261 min read
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