Celebrating The Good Stuff
byCount down to our The Good Stuff 10th Anniversary Block Party with 10 of “the good stuff” about Plano.
Nonprofits
NTFB talks government shutdown, services for those at risk of losing benefits
by“NTFB and its partners are working to make sure local pantries remain stocked and mobile food distributions continue throughout the shutdown.”
Plano tops donations in 12th annual North Texas Food Bank Peanut Butter Drive
byNorth Texas Food Bank wrapped up its 12th Annual Peanut Butter Drive, collecting more than $355,000 and approximately 85,000 pounds of peanut butter.
RIP FEST, other events rescheduled due to rainy weather
byWith last week’s stormy weather, several events have been rescheduled. RIP Fest will take place on Oct. 30 and For the Love of Art on Nov. 8.
KERA: North Texas food banks brace for rise in demand as paychecks, SNAP benefits run out due to shutdown
byNonprofits like the North Texas Food Bank say they’ve been closely monitoring the shutdown to try and adjust services if the shutdown extends beyond October.
The Storehouse collaborates with mobile mammogram unit
by“Our partnership with Golden Cross Academic Clinic first began in 2022, enabling us to refer our neighbors to healthcare services at their clinic as well as to provide health education classes through our Academy education program,” said Candace Winslow.
NTPA launches the first regional musical theatre orchestra in North Texas
byThe musical theatre orchestra will help musicians and actors learn to perform alongside each other, Preston Page said.
Join us in celebrating The Good Stuff at our 10th Anniversary Block Party
byLocal restaurants ✔ Performances by arts groups ✔ Activities for kids ✔ Cocktails ✔ Raffle prizes ✔ Surprise announcements ✔
Plano middle schooler ranks in Top 30 Young Scientists in U.S.
byMatthew will soon head to Washington, D.C. to compete for thousands of dollars in awards for young scientists.
North Texas Disability Chamber launches Texas Disability Hall of Fame
byThe Texas Disability Hall of Fame will honor leaders with and without disabilities who are advancing accessibility and inclusion.