McKinney police have arrested and charged Lindsey Elizabeth Post, a 35-year-old athletic trainer for the McKinney Independent School District. The charges stem from allegations involving a high school student. Post is accused of sexual assault of a student. The arrest was confirmed by the McKinney Police Department, the victim’s attorney, and the school district. The specific details of the charges and the nature of the relationship remain part of the legal proceedings.
In local business news, J. Alexander’s Kitchen and Bar has opened a new restaurant location in Plano. The establishment, which specializes in upscale casual dining, offers lunch and dinner options along with a full-service bar. The restaurant is owned and operated by SPB Hospitality and features surf and turf cuisine, including fresh seafood, sushi, and hand-cut steaks. Signature items include the Steak Maui and the Avocado Bomb. The Plano location operates from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Sundays.
As part of its introduction to the Plano market, the restaurant has pledged to donate to the Children’s Advocacy Center of Collin County. Erica Stanley, the chief advancement officer for the nonprofit, expressed gratitude for the support, noting that it helps children and families access resources during difficult times. J. Alexander’s has 39 locations across 16 states. Plans are also underway to open a second location in Prosper later this year.
Further north in Frisco, construction on Grand Park is set to begin in April 2026. Mayor Jeff Cheney announced that a ceremonial kickoff is planned for the week of April 13. The project, long discussed by city officials, will span more than 1,000 acres, with the current master plan focusing on 287 acres divided into five districts. The Civic Park district will cover 68.9 acres and include a large pond, an event lawn, a splash pad, and a kayak launch. Another district, Adventure Play, will feature wetland-themed playgrounds across 39 acres.
In other regional developments, NTx Bio has paused its plans for a $31 million manufacturing facility in Plano. The biotech company had announced the plant in May 2025, with an expected opening in the first quarter of 2026. The delay affects the city’s emerging life sciences ambitions. The specific reasons for the pause were not detailed in the initial announcement.
