Love Your Neighbor
Fairview Neighbors Step Outside and Connect for National Night Out
Sometimes, getting to know your neighbors starts with stepping outside.
On Tuesday, October 6, 2026, Fairview residents gathered across town for National Night Out, an evening designed to bring neighbors together and give them time to meet the poli…
A Little Self-Care, Closer to Home: U Med Spa Is Coming to Fairview
Soon, your next skincare appointment could come with a shorter drive and lunch in the neighborhood.
U Med Spa is opening at Fairview Town Center, 113 Whistlestop Way, this winter.
After 19 years in Plano, the practice is adding a second location…
Healing Through Horses: The Power of Equine Mentorship for the Disability Community
Meet Carrie Campbell: Horses, Purpose and a New Chapter in Fairview, Texas
What happens when a lifelong passion becomes the foundation for a new business?
For Carrie Campbell, founder of Mane Mentors, it meant leaving a corporate insurance career …
Nature in Your Backyard: Simple Ways to Support Local Raptors and Wildlife
Welcome back, nature lovers and podcast listeners! If you have ever looked out your kitchen window and wondered about the hawks gliding over your neighborhood or the mysterious hoots echoing through the trees at dusk, you are definitely not alone. M…
When Neighbors Show Up: Bridge Breast Network Brings Its 2026 Gala Kickoff to Fairview
What does it mean to Love Your Neighbor?
Sometimes it means checking in on the person next door. Sometimes it means supporting a local business. And sometimes it means coming together to make sure someone in our community can get potentially life-s…
Lovejoy ISD Back to School: Investing in the People Who Invest in Our Community
Before students walk through the doors, hundreds of teachers, administrators, support staff, and other professionals across Lovejoy ISD are already preparing for another year of learning, growth, and opportunity.
That's why Getting Neighborly was e…
Fairview, TX Solar Home Opens for Free National Solar Tour
What Kind of Neighbors Will You Find in Fairview, Texas? Meet the Westbrooks and Their Remarkable Solar Home
Living in Fairview, Texas, means having some pretty interesting neighbors. Paul and Elena Westbrook are a perfect example. For 30 years, th…
Back-to-School Shopping Just Got More Rewarding in Fairview, Texas
Earn Double Rewards When You Shop Local Through August
Back-to-school shopping is one of the busiest shopping seasons of the year. Whether you're picking up school supplies, new clothes, shoes, electronics, or grabbing dinner after a day of shoppin…
Summer Safari in Fairview, Texas: Free Family Fun at Fairview Town Center Near Allen
Summer Safari Fairview, Texas: A Wildly Fun Free Family Event at Fairview Town Center
Looking for a free family event in Fairview, Texas that is easy to reach from Allen, McKinney, Lucas, Plano, and nearby Collin County neighborhoods?
Mark your ca…
Global Matches Watch Parties in Fairview, Texas: Neon Cactus Is Your Match Day Destination
Global Matches Watch Parties in Fairview, Texas, Have a Home at Neon Cactus
The world's biggest sporting event is here, and Fairview has a front-row seat.
Whether you are following every match, cheering for your favorite team, meeting up with frie…
Neighborly Spotlight: How "Friends of Fairview" Keeps Our Local Heroes Strong
Here at the Getting Neighborly Podcast, we talk a lot about what makes a community feel like home. It's not just the beautiful North Texas landscape or the quiet neighborhood streets—it's the people who step up to look out for one another.
And righ…
From Shared Space to Center Stage: K-Cup Kitchen’s Big Move in Fairview
In the heart of Fairview, a story of flavor, family, and "neighborly grit" is reaching a delicious milestone. K-Cup Kitchen, the Korean street food sensation that won over our taste buds at the Revolving Kitchen food hall, has officially moved into …
How Sweet Tooth Society Is Building Community in North Texas One Cookie at a Time
Why this matters to Fairview residents and local business owners
A great local business does more than sell a product. It gives people a reason to gather, celebrate, and come back.
That is why Sweet Tooth Society matters.
For founder Shavanta F…
A Neighborly Night of Flavor Returns to Fairview and Lucas This March
One of the best parts about living in Fairview or Lucas isn’t just the wide-open spaces or the quiet back roads.
It’s the moments when neighbors come together.
That’s exactly what’s happening again this spring as theTaste: Fairview + Lucas returns…
Shining a Light on Nadim Ahmed and Venture X on Gone to Texas Podcast
Every now and then, a business story rises above square footage and spreadsheets.
It becomes a story about people.
That's exactly why Nadim Ahmed, owner of Venture X in Allen Fairview, was recently featured on the Gone to Texas Podcast during th…
A Neighborly Reason to Spend Valentine’s Day at Neon Cactus
Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to be loud or overdone to be meaningful. Sometimes it’s as simple as slowing down, sharing a good meal, and spending intentional time with someone you care about—or a few someones. That’s what makes moments like this spe…
Feed the City: How Fairview Neighbors Are Taking Action Against Hunger
In a world where it's easy to complain and hard to act, one simple Saturday morning event is giving Fairview-area residents a chance to do something that matters.
It's called Feed the City – Allen, and it's coming up soon. Hosted by Tango Charities…
Step Into the Wild After Dark: Join Us for Magical Moth Night at the Heard on July 26
When the sun goes down, nature's most mysterious creatures come to life. On Friday, July 26, you're invited to experience them up close at the Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary in McKinney, Texas. In honor of National Moth Week, Hear…
Raise a Glass to Regional Growth: Fairview EDC Hosts Happy Hour at the July 23 Mega Mixer
A thriving economy is built on relationships, and nothing sparks meaningful conversation like a relaxed, well-catered gathering of ambitious people. On Wednesday, July 23, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., the doors of the Credit Union of Texas Event Center op…
A Milestone of Dignity and Impact — Community Garden Kitchen Serves 100,000 Meals
In the heart of Fairview, Texas, one neighbor has turned a vision born at a kitchen table into a transformative force for good. Angela Poen, a Fairview resident of over 21 years and co-founder of the Community Garden Kitchen (CGK) in McKinney, has…
Chicken Salad Chick Fairview Turns Two—Here’s Why You’ll Want to Be First in Line on July 18
When a hometown favorite hits a milestone, the whole community wins. Two years ago, Chicken Salad Chick rolled out its signature Southern hospitality and fresh-made chicken salad to Fairview, and the response was immediate: families, friends, and lo…
Fairview Crossing Opens: A New Chapter in Connectivity and Commerce
Fairview, TX | May 22, 2025 — After years of planning and collaboration, the Town of Fairview officially opened Fairview Crossing, a vital new east-west connector that enhances mobility and unlocks new economic potential for the region. The roadway—…
Neon Cactus Puts Community First with May Mental Health Fundraising Campaign
Fairview, TX | May 27, 2025 — On a day filled with gratitude, generosity, and a little ice-cold fun, the Town of Fairview came together to support mental health awareness at Neon Cactus Cocina, one of Fairview’s most vibrant dining destinations.
As…
Growing Future CEOs in Fairview: Children’s Entrepreneur Market Returns This Spring!
Fairview is no stranger to big ideas. From tech startups to homegrown small businesses, entrepreneurship is stitched into the fabric of our community. And this spring, we’re celebrating that spirit in its purest form—through the bright-eyed, bold-he…