Texas Bicycling News, Experiences – August 9, 2023
15-year-old boy on bicycle hit and killed by vehicle outside Frisco ISD middle school
Author: Paul Livengood | www.wfaa.com
The school’s Facebook page stated that traffic flow to the campus was affected and tardies would be waived.
FRISCO, Texas — A 15-year-old boy on a bicycle was hit and killed by a vehicle outside of a Frisco Independent School District middle school early Wednesday morning, the first day of classes for students in the district, officials said.
Frisco school officials confirmed that Landon Bourque, a sophomore at Heritage High School, died in the crash.
“Landon was a beloved member of the campus community,” a statement from the school …
Video: 15-year-old hit, killed near Frisco school on first day of classes
By Dionne Anglin | www.fox4news.com
FRISCO, Texas – A 15-year-old was hit and killed in front of a school in Frisco early Wednesday morning.
Heritage High School 10th grader Landon Bourque was riding his bicycle on the first day of school around 5 a.m., possibly on the way to an early morning workout or football practice.
“I noticed there was a white truck coming pretty fast, they all do,” said a witness who talked to FOX 4, but asked to stay anonymous. …
‘Come on out’: East Texas outdoor sports community continues to grow post-pandemic
By Katecey Harrell | tylerpaper.com
Life is better outside. The hardest part is deciding to go, Tyler resident, avid hiker and kayaker Tami Brooks said. Luckily, there are growing groups of East Texans that people can join to get a taste of outdoor sports.
“I’m an avid outdoors person. I’m an avid hiker, and I love meeting like-minded people, and I also really enjoy when beginners and people come for the first time. I like to be there to encourage someone just starting,” Brooks said. “The entry barrier is pretty low, but sometimes people just need a little nudge.”
Page administrator Brooks said there are nearly 1,000 members of the Facebook page called the Outdoor Adventure Club of East Texas. The Tyler Bike Club page boasts even more, with over 2,000 members. …
Hotter ‘N Hell Hundred reuniting a cyclist and her long-lost uncle
by: Markeshia Jackson | www.texomashomepage.com
WICHITA FALLS (KFDX/KJTL)—The Hotter ‘N Hell Hundred. It’s quite a big deal, but what could make it even cooler? Riding it with a family member, something local cyclist Brittany Palacios will get to do this year with an uncle she never even knew she had.
“My mom sprung the wonderful information on me one day saying that she had a brother, that she reached out over messenger to make a connection, and he replied,” Palacios said. …
What’s coming to McKinney’s parks? A focus on sports complexes, trail connections
By Haeven Gibbons | www.dallasnews.com
Recent survey shows parks, recreation opportunities should be a priority in coming years
The parks are what have kept Christina Clausi in McKinney. If she had it her way, she would be living in the country on acres of land, but the city’s winding nature trails and accessible playgrounds help make up for it.
The mom of three — ages 1, 3 and 7 — loves walking around Towne Lake Park’s pond with her family, strolling on the concrete trails at Bonnie Wenk Park and taking trips to the Al Ruschhaupt Park’s splash pad.
“These parks and these little nature trails, they’re beautiful,” said Clausi, who has lived in McKinney for …
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… “On the Bonnie Wenk concrete trails, you can ride bikes all around,” Clausi said. “That’s another thing I love is that the trails connect everywhere — you can ride your bike across town and back on the trails.”
The citizen survey showed that 72% of respondents are happy with the availability of paths and walking trails, yet 85% of respondents said expanding and connecting the hike and bike trail system should be a priority for improving the quality of life in McKinney.
Currently, the trails system is connected in certain spots, but, to meet demand, more connections — outlined in the recently adopted new trail plan — are underway.
A key connection includes building …
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Oh, and already having good fitness is mandatory. Otherwise don’t bother. In all seriousness, you may end up in the hospital or worse
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Flowers have been placed near the intersection where, early this morning, 15-year-old Landon Bourque was fatally struck by a car while riding his bike near Roach Middle School.
— Jamie Landers (@jamielandersx) August 9, 2023
It was the first day of classes for Frisco ISD students. @dallasnews https://t.co/3cnYgfAIqS pic.twitter.com/rKl5X62NNP
The victim has been identified as Landon Borque, a 10th grade student and football player at Frisco Heritage High School. https://t.co/BpI60XkHxD
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