Texas is facing a real drought, yet McKinney's mayor, George Fuller, and city leaders are considering a $200 million surf park. This 35-acre development, named Cannon Beach, includes a surf lagoon and a resort-style hotel with an outdoor pool. But how much water will this entertainment destination need?

McKinney gets its water from the North Texas Municipal Water District, which also serves many nearby cities. Recently, there's been a lot of talk about water shortages in North Texas, and people are being asked to cut back on water use. Lake Lavon is currently three feet low, and a proposed reservoir, Marvin Nichols, has faced opposition.

McKinney leaders need to think about how this project could affect the water shortage in North Texas. It's not just about having fun; it's also about being responsible with our water resources.

In other news, some people think the Texas Legislature and Dallas City Council are both struggling to work effectively. Also, there's a debate over whether AT&T Stadium should be named after Arlington for the FIFA World Cup. Dallas is more well-known globally, thanks to J. R. Ewing from the TV show "Dallas. "

People are also worried about social media's powerful algorithms. These are created by companies to influence our behavior, and they're stronger than regular commercials. Some people think the government should regulate these algorithms, but others worry about what could happen if they fall into the wrong hands. Before that, we should teach ourselves and our kids how to use them without giving up our intelligence.

Health care costs have been a problem for a long time. The first warning about rising costs came during the Reagan administration. There were attempts to fix the problem during the Clinton era, but they didn't work out. Now, the crisis is here, and many people can't afford even basic health care.

A retired teacher shared that even school sports tickets are getting too expensive. He used to go to professional sports games, but now he can't afford them. Recently, he couldn't even afford tickets to his granddaughter's fifth-grade basketball game. It seems like everything is becoming a "for-profit" enterprise, even family entertainment.

Finally, someone suggested that Dallas needs to write a haiku to help the City Council get back on track. It's a fun way to encourage the council to work together better.

Water Worries in McKinney's Surf Park Plans

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