“Consider this website your unofficial startup guide. New 2 North Texas is a mini toolkit for transplants living north of Dallas. It’s a hub for sharing resources and connecting you to North Texas!” —Allicia
I’m new to North Texas, and let me be among the first to welcome you if you’re new, too!
I relocated from Wisconsinto McKinney, Texas, on July 30th, 2022, and was immediately excited to start a new chapter. However, I soon encountered the challenges of navigating the practicalities of settling in. From understanding the abundant independent school systems to registering my car and obtaining a driver's license, the whirlwind of tasks overwhelmed me. I found wishing for a guide often, so I created one. I realized a gap that I needed to fill, and thus, New 2 North Texas was born. Since its launch in early 2023, I’ve curated several events and growing!