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Ford’s Garage to honor Plano leaders with specialty burgers
From the mayor to local law enforcement, Ford’s Garage is set to honor leaders on National Cheeseburger Day with specially named burgers.
NTPA to host The Rocky Horror Show with lots of audience participation
The Rocky Horror Show will take place at the Rodenbaugh Theatre at the Willow Bend Center of the Arts from October 18-27.
National meat grocery chain Wild Fork opens Plano location
After opening on September 11, the seafood and meat grocer is celebrating a grand opening in October with prizes, tastings, beer and more.
Collin College adds three new continuing education programs
Collin College recently added massage therapy, welding courses and an online product management class to its continuing education lineup.
Kenny’s Restaurant Group celebrates 19 years with dining certificates for guests
Kenny Bowers and Bob Stegall’s restaurant group Kenny’s Restaurant Group is celebrating 19 years in business with gifts for all guests.
Rover Dramawerks’ one-day short plays festival to return on September 7
Tickets are $18 for adults and $15 for students, teachers and seniors for the short plays festival, featuring seven original works.
Conn’s HomePlus files for bankruptcy, posts going-out-of-business sale
All Conn’s HomePlus locations are closing, with going-out-of-business sales including more than 50% off most merchandise.
Tickets for Plano’s annual Night Out on 15th on sale now
Twelve neighborhood restaurants are set to participate in this year’s Night Out on 15th, produced by Downtown Plano and ten20 Gallery.
Coca-Cola Scholar Foundation gives scholarships to Collin College, PWSH students
Yassin Mudawi received a scholarship from the Coca-Cola Scholar Foundation & Phi Theta Kappa, an honor society for junior colleges students.
Filson store celebrates grand opening with welcome brunch
The retailer recently debuted a women’s apparel line. The store, located within Shinola in Downtown Plano, will open Saturday.
Plano-based Pizza Hut unveils limited-edition Moving Box Table
According to Pizza Hut, 87% of movers say they order pizza on moving day, with 79% saying they eat on the floor.
Second annual Women of Power Symposium & Awards to feature Planoite speaker
Cheryl “Action” Jackson will be the keynote speaker at the 2nd annual Women of Power Symposium & Awards in September.
Mayor Muns to kick off free Alzheimer’s, dementia caregiver event
The free event will take place on September 5 at Christ United Methodist Church, featuring local vendors and expert speakers.
1,500 volunteers to pack thousands of meals for 9/11
Nearly 1,500 volunteers are set to pack 420,000 meals in observance of 9/11 Day at Curtis Culwell Center, with meals going to NTFB.
New York Indian food chain The Kati Roll Company to open Plano location
Similar to a gyro, kati rolls are skewer-grilled ingredients stuffed in a paratha flatbread and topped with chutneys and spices.
Legacy Capital appoints Jerry Abrahams as CEO, president
Abrahams comes most recently from Legacy Bank and Trust, the sister company to Legacy Capital, after 30 years in the industry.
NTPA announces Stardust Awards guest artists
Broadway star Malik Akil Kimani Victorian and musical artist Kitt Wakeley will headline the upcoming third annual Stardust Awards.
Check out what Collin College’s art programs are made of at upcoming annual faculty art exhibition
From photography to sculpture to watercolor, Collin College’s faculty are showing off the myriad art offerings with their own pieces.
Raising Cane’s is expanding their Dallas Restaurant Support Office in Plano
Raising Cane’s Dallas Restaurant Support Office — located in Plano — is about to begin a large expansion project to triple the space.
Looking back: The life of Mike Ullman
Two-time CEO of JCPenney and long-time retail pioneer Mike Ullman died in his Colorado home last week at 77.
The Storehouse Community Center invites corporations to sponsor food pantry operations
Amwins Specialty Auto recently became one of the first of 52 corporations The Storehouse is seeking to sponsor one week of food pantry operations.
Texas Woman’s University receives largest gift in university history from Planoite, BuzzBallz CEO Merrilee Kick
Planoite Merrilee Kick has made history with the largest donation ever given to Texas Women’s University, doubling the former record.
Top 5 things to do with your library this August
Get smart with your garden and cash flow with this month’s top 5 things to do at your library.
Sixty Vines to host rosé-filled brunch pop-up
Missing out on the Paris Olympics fun? Sixty Vines is aiming to bring a bit of pink Parisian fun to Plano with a rosé-themed pop-up brunch.
Celebrate the Arts event to return for 3rd year at the Courtyard Theatre
Get a taste of Plano’s arts scene with Celebrate the Arts at the Courtyard Theatre. Childrens matinee and evening tickets are available.
PepsiCo Foods North America offers agriculture internship
PepsiCo announced a program that provides experience for future leaders in the agriculture space called Planting Pathways.
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