Good morning, McKinney! June 17 brings sunny skies with a high near 94 degrees, and anyone venturing outside today should come prepared for that classic North Texas heat. The air quality this morning is in the moderate range—good news for most residents, but those with respiratory sensitivities might want to take note as both pollen and ozone levels are moderately elevated today. Keep your allergy medicine at hand, as grass and tree pollen counts continue to hover higher than average for mid-June.
Big changes are taking place at City Hall. Yesterday, the city certified the results from last week’s runoff elections: Bill Cox has been elected as McKinney’s new mayor after securing about 52.55 percent of the vote, while Ernest Lynch clinched the At-Large 1 seat on City Council with nearly 63 percent support. Congratulations to both of these new community leaders, and thank you to everyone who turned out to vote[3][4]. For those interested in city planning, tonight’s council meeting at 6 p.m. will cover a proposal to increase the homestead exemption for residents over 65 and tackle airport infrastructure upgrades. The meeting is open to the public at 401 E. Virginia Street and will also be livestreamed for those who’d rather stay home in the AC[2][3].
On the sports front, McKinney Boyd’s summer baseball team rallied last night with a gutsy 7-5 win over Allen, keeping the Broncos’ summer record in the green. Cross-town rivals the McKinney High Lions finished just behind Plano East, dropping a close 4-3 contest under the lights.
With Juneteenth approaching, the city is putting the final touches on this weekend’s celebration at Finch Park. Expect music, food, and a vibrant showcase of local culture and history as McKinney residents come together to honor freedom and unity[1].
So whether you’re catching a council meeting, prepping for festivities, or just heading out for a stroll, McKinney is in motion. Stay cool, stay engaged, and keep an eye out for those summer thunderstorms that could roll in later this afternoon.
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