Emily McShane is making room for underrepresented voices — one frame at a time
byPlano resident and recent Hockaday School graduate Emily McShane’s love for animation has won national awards for teens in film.
Neighbors
Sitting down with Junior League of Collin County President Shun Thomas
byShun Thomas has been a leader in the community for decades, from the corporate world to education and the Junior League of Collin County.
Former Plano Art Association president Melanie Brigante talks her time in arts leadership
byMelanie Brigante, the outgoing president of Plano Art Association, has worked with the nonprofit organization for years, helping grow membership and providing outlets for artists to display their work.
PHOTOS: Nearly 500 Liberty Mutual employees give back with projects across Plano
byNearly 500 of Plano’s Liberty Mutual employees participated in a three-week service project, including some at Minnie’s Food Pantry.
KERA: Collin County Muslims at EPIC once found a welcoming community, now endure hate and suspicion
bySupporters of the Muslim community say the online debate that may have prompted these investigations are rooted in harmful stereotypes and Islamophobia.
Fundraising campaign for North Texas Gives to Animals nears close
byThere’s only a few days left to participate in a matched donation for North Texas Gives to Animals, benefitting organizations like Mazie’s Mission.
Legacy West is celebrating Global Run Day with a Nike partnership
byOn June 8, Legacy West is hosting a free 5K event in partnership with Nike, followed by restorative yoga and an after-party.
TEDxPlano announces 2025 speaker lineup
byThe lineup features experts in education, medicine, philanthropy, arts, AI and social capital. Tickets are available online.
The Storehouse names Joan Smith 2025 Volunteer of the Year
byThe annual award is given to a volunteer who goes above and beyond, sticking out among the 2,000 others that work with The Storehouse.
PHOTOS: Northwestern Mutual DFW distributes meals to 4,500 families
byVolunteers spotted: These Northwestern Mutual employees spent their Thursday loading items, sorting food and assisting Minnie’s.