Alto Ridesharing Service Expands to Plano
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Shark Club Sports Bar & Grill Opening This Summer
Sports fans, grab your gear and get ready to cheer on your favorite team…
Top 50 Realtors in Plano in 2018
We’re lucky to live in one of the best cities in the U.S. (in…
Talent in Spades: Jeff Platt
The script and laptop are ready. Jeff Platt slides into the anchor desk for…
Farewell Bash for Collin Creek Mall
When Collin Creek Mall was built in 1981, it was the only mall in…
Original ChopShop Opening at Park & Preston
Original ChopShop, an emerging brand featuring protein bowls, salads, sandwiches and fresh juice, is…
Açaí and Alchemy
The District at The Shops at Willow Bend just got a little bit sweeter….
WORKSUITES Plano/Frisco
For owners of smaller businesses that don’t necessitate renting out the entire floor of…
Meet Dr. Kosztowski of Texas Back Institute
Creating Life-Long Relationships with Patients Though largely known for spine surgery, Texas Back Institute…
Tiny Train Pop-Up Concert: Anson Funderburgh
If you missed it last time, now is your chance to experience a free,…
A Day in the Life of a Planoite: Janis Ambrose Shard, Cross Carline Manager
As a California transplant, Janis Ambrose Shard misses many things about her home state….
Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ
Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ offers a truly engaging experience for all the senses. As guests…
Top Five Free Things to Do at Your Plano Public Library this June
3D printing classes, animal adventures, art workshops, photo and video editing tutorials… for free?…
DFW Scavenger Hunt
There are always secrets to discover about any given neighborhood, and Brandon Oropallo, founder…
My Possibilities 6th Annual Community Ball
On Saturday, June 15, approximately 1,200 Dallas Fort Worth area residents will gather alongside…
ArtCentre of Plano Accepting Registration for 2019 JumpStart for Arts Summer Camp for Kids
The ArtCentre of Plano is now accepting registration applications for JumpStart For Arts, its…
Plano is Getting A Little More Pup-Friendly
Two New Dog Parks Opening in Plano This Year Looking for somewhere new to…
People of Plano: Ron and Deborah Pierce
More than a decade ago, Ron and Deborah Pierce noticed a need for a…
TopAchievers Foundation
Helping Kids Dream Like a Mann When Lawrence Mann’s five-year-old son was facing life-threatening…
Collin Creek Mall Slated to Close July 31
Plano is buzzing with news of the looming Collin Creek Mall redevelopment. The mall…
Char’d Now Open at CityLine
CityLine has announced that Char’d Southeast Asian Kitchen is now open at 1251 State…
The Vested Group Takes Over Aparicio’s Building in Downtown Plano
Longtime Planoites know the beloved Plano food family, the Aparicios. The family has owned…
Get Outside This Summer
Hot weather’s on the horizon — and the best way to enjoy it is…
Summit Climbing Gym Opening This Summer
Plano is about to get the largest climbing gym in DFW. Summit is tentatively…
Made in Plano: Fitrix Energy Balls
“You can achieve anything in your life if you’re a self-disciplined person,” said Parisa…
Naada Daanam
Naada Daanam, which translates to “giving through music,” is an initiative directed by guru…
Boeing Recognizes Plano Students for Pursuing STEM in Higher Education
Boeing recently hosted an inaugural STEM Signing Day at its Global Services headquarters in…
DARTable Staycations
Go On An Adventure in Your Own Backyard Thirsting for adventure? Let DART help…
Spine Surgery: No Longer the Scare it Once Was
Many people afflicted with neck pain, back pain or sciatica ultimately find themselves face-to-face…
Carlton Landing Takes Lakeside Living to the Next Level
Carlton Landing is a mere three hours north of Plano via U.S. Hwy 75….
Plano West Alum Billy McKinney Loving Baseball Life Up North with Blue Jays
Billy McKinney recently experienced a first in his baseball career – his first trip…
Blue Goose Million Dollar Renovation
The Blue Goose Cantina located at 4757 W. Park Blvd. in Plano recently closed…
Legacy Hall: Everything New in 2019
Since its original opening in December 2017, Legacy Hall has undergone exciting changes. It…
My Possibilities Plans Inclusive Residential Community
A Place to Call Home The transition from child to adult usually culminates in…
Read Between the Lines
In a vanilla cupcake world, Melinda Jones’ choice of dessert – a gluten-free, triple-layer…
Plano Student Wins Top Honor in DFW Writing Competition
Otto Middle School just gained a new collection of books, thanks to the creative…
Friends of the Farmstead Dinner and Concert 2019
Dust off those cowboy boots and get ready for a beautiful evening under the…
Top Five Free Things to Do at Your Plano Public Library this May
Ramadan celebration, shadow puppet shows, book clubs, bullet journaling workshops… for free? From preschool…
Live Well in North Texas: Courtney Echols
With so many demands put on ourselves daily, the idea of self-care can feel…
CAVA Opening May 8 at Legacy West
CAVA, the Washington, D.C.-based Mediterranean fast-casual eatery, will open at Legacy West at 10:45…
AsiaFest 2019
Plano is an inclusive, friendly town where one out of every four residents was…
The Johnnie J. Myers Transportation Research Center Collection
The Johnnie J. Myers Transportation Research Center is excited to announce the release of…
Shannon Kmak Named as Leadership Plano Program Director
Leadership Plano, a program of the Plano Chamber of Commerce, is proud to announce…
Meet Artist Jon Flaming
Proudly blue collar and filled with a Texas-sized sense of creativity, Richardson-based artist Jon…
Original ChopShop’s Second Location Opens in June
Original ChopShop, an emerging brand featuring protein bowls, salads, sandwiches and fresh juice, is…
People of Plano: Bruce Glasscock
Bruce Glasscock has served the City of Plano for 29 years, holding the office…
Pho Mac
Perfecting Traditional Vietnamese Dishes for Generations Plano’s Pho Mac looks like most Vietnamese restaurants…
Capital One Sets Guinness World Record
Capital One set a Guinness World Records title for the largest Artificial Intelligence programming…
Sweet Melodies
Want to visit a hidden ice cream shop, right here in Plano? Head to…
LaShon Ross is the Best Candidate for Plano City Council Place 7
Political Ad Paid for by the LaShon Ross for Plano City Council Campaign City…
TEDxPlano 2019: The Power of Pivot
This year’s TEDxPlano theme was “Pivot,” a word that transcends time and place. Some…
Cinépolis Luxury Cinemas Coming to The Shops at Willow Bend
The Shops at Willow Bend recently announced that Cinépolis USA, a leading world-class cinema…
The Texas Pool Added to National Register of Historic Places
With beehive hairdos, cat-eye sunglasses and no idea that the Beach Boys were about…
Second Chance SPCA
Freddie came to Second Chance SPCA in Plano as a puppy. Poor little Freddie…
Meet Zuko & Azula
Plano’s Own Insta-Famous Pups If fur was made of cotton candy, it still wouldn’t…
The Secret Room Most Planoites Don’t Know Exists
Tucked deep in the basement of the Genealogy Center of Haggard Library, Cheryl Smith,…
FedEx Office Unveils Automated Delivery Vehicle
Legacy West residents may soon find themselves sharing the sidewalk with robots. On Monday,…
Minnie’s Food Pantry Announces its Move to East Plano
This morning started out dreary and overcast. But just as members of the media…
Canine Republic
For many folks, finding the right place to leave their dog for an overnight…
Meet Dr. Peter Derman of Texas Back Institute
Bringing Hope to Back Pain Sufferers Orthopedic spine surgeon Dr. Peter Derman is revolutionizing…
Texas Music Revolution 2019 | Review and Photos
For 23 years now, KHYI 95.3 The Range’s Texas Music Revolution (TMR) has consistently…
#ChangeMakers in the Disabilities Community: Jeremy Gregg
Jeremy Gregg has dedicated his life to making the world a better place. Over…
Music on Railcar 360 Series: Woody Lee
The historic railcar 360 at Plano’s Interurban Railway Museum has seen a lot of…
Top Five Free Things to Do at Your Plano Public Library this April
Art exhibits, karaoke, shadow puppet shows, parenting workshops, pop-up author visits… for free? From…
Battle of the Pop-Up Returns to The Shops at Willow Bend
Ready to leave the corporate grind and be your own boss? Willow Bend is…
Beijing Brothers Coming to Legacy Hall
More changes at Plano’s Legacy Hall. Chef Uno Immanivong’s Red Stix Asian Street Food…
Ground-Breaking Women’s Football League Comes to Town
Professional women’s football is coming to DFW. This spring, The Texas Elite Spartans will…
2019 Plano Brunch Festival
Let’s do brunch, Plano. The inaugural Plano Brunch Festival, presented by O’Neil Wysocki Family…
A Day in the Life of a Planoite: Plano Mayor Harry LaRosiliere
A day in the life of Plano Mayor Harry LaRosiliere will almost always be…
Barx Sox
When most people look for enjoyable ways to spend free time, they’re probably not…
Where Does My Trash Go?
“Paper or plastic?” It’s a personal question, and one’s answer likely reflects the desire…
Delta Hotels by Marriott Dallas Allen & Watters Creek Convention Center
Delta Hotels by Marriott Dallas Allen & Watters Creek Convention Center recently celebrated its…
Meet Local Artist, Reyon Nurse
“Ever meet someone you would dare take into your hidden world?” Local artist Reyon…
Brain Injury Network of Dallas
Putting the Missing Pieces Back Monthly support groups have always been a mainstay for…
Plano Conservancy Given Award for Restoration of L.A. Davis Cemetery
Jeff Campbell, executive director of the Plano Conservancy for Historic Preservation, recently received a…
Live Well in North Texas: Dr. Lata Shridharan
Dr. Lata Shridharan grew up in India, where a healthy lifestyle means a well-balanced…
Better Than Sex Desserts Coming to Downtown Plano
Better Than Sex Desserts celebrates Valentine’s Day every day. This intimate dessert-and-drinks-only restaurant plans…
CUT! by Cinemark Now Open in Frisco
Cinemark’s newest concept, CUT! by Cinemark, recently opened in Frisco at 6969 U.S. Highway…
The Yellow Chili Coming to The Shops at Legacy
The Yellow Chili, a restaurant brand that prides itself on representing Indian food in…
Plano CARSTAR Location Presents Refurbished Vehicle to Dallas Teacher
On Feb. 27, Keshawn Covile, a local teacher from the Dallas area, experienced a…
New Life for Collin Creek Mall
Collin Creek Mall as we now know it will soon be just a memory….
Road Trip: Our Favorite Texas Antique Markets and Trade Days
Whether singing carpool karaoke with girlfriends or enduring a zillion Are we there yet?s…
Bar-Ranch Steak Company
Where’s the beef? In Downtown Plano, soon enough. Bar-Ranch Steak Company, a dry-aged beef…
The Boardwalk at Granite Park Launches The Boardwalk Passport
It’s time to eat your way around The Boardwalk. The Boardwalk at Granite Park…
Plano Mayor Kicks Off Summer Internship Program
Plano Mayor Harry LaRosiliere joined community and corporate leaders on Feb. 26 to kick…
24 Hot Chicken And Waffle Bar
A Nashville specialty is flying into Plano. New concept 24 Hot Chicken and Waffle…
Mardi Gras in Plano | 2019
Fat Tuesday is coming up on March 5 and Plano is celebrating big! If…
TASTE 2019
TASTE 2019 is the signature fundraiser for Hendrick Scholarship Foundation, hosted on March 7…
Top Five Free Things to Do at Your Plano Public Library this March
Art exhibits, karaoke, shadow puppet shows, parenting workshops, pop-up author visits… for free? From…
New Additions to Legacy Hall
Regular patrons of Legacy Hall will notice recent changes throughout the food hall. Changes…
Texas Music Revolution & Rodeo 2019
This March KHYI 95.3 The Range presents a North Texas tradition, the 23rd annual Texas…
Two New Restaurants Coming to CityLine
CityLine in Richardson will welcome Oni Ramen and Coolgreens later this summer, both bringing…
Plano ‘Pinions: What’s your favorite dish at any restaurant in Plano?
Planoites are an opinionated bunch. We may be the Guide to the Good Stuff,…
North Texas Brewery Road Trips
Beer lovers in Texas are a wee bit spoiled now, with craft breweries just…
W.W. Fairfield’s Bar & Grill Set to Reopen in Plano
A longtime Texas country music venue is coming back onto the scene. This time,…
Made in Plano: Avigilon
This Billion Dollar Tech Company is Hiring Many North Texas residents don’t realize one…
Former Plano Student Charles Kinder to Star on NCIS
Five years after graduating from Plano Senior High School, Charles Kinder is returning to…
Steal This Recipe | Cocktail Edition
We know the buzz of New Year’s is long gone, but there’s no reason…
Modern Market
The newest Modern Market Eatery in West Plano invites guests to “eat modern.” But…
Hirsch’s Meat Market
Some folks can personally remember and some have just seen on TV the old-fashioned,…
Ernest Sanders, the Man Behind the Heritage Farmstead Museum
If you’ve ever visited the Heritage Farmstead Museum in Plano, and stopped to pay…
Nominations Open for JLCC Excellence in Volunteer Service Awards
Nominations are now being accepted for the annual Junior League of Collin County Excellence…
Most Instagrammable Desserts Around Plano
Looking to spice up your Instagram feed and satisfy your sweet tooth at the…
LC Kitchen Opens at Legacy Central
A new food hall-style restaurant has opened to serve Plano’s Legacy Central campus and…
Sugar Ray’s Bake Shop
Rachel Barbaro Arrieta never planned to open a bakery. She didn’t even think she…
Woodtop Tavern
This place has more TVs than tables. Seriously. Woodtop Tavern, the newest sports bar…
TEDxPlano 2019 Announces Speaker Lineup
Change seems to surround us on every front, moving faster than ever. Along with…
Top Five Free Things to Do at Your Plano Public Library this February
Audiobooks, photo editing workshops, genealogy classes, metalsmithing, math tutoring… for free? From preschool to…
Eat Around the World Without Leaving Plano
Sometimes a pricey plane ticket isn’t needed to indulge in a mini-getaway. As a…
A Day in the Life of a Planoite: Tom Cao, Florist
No one understands the business and desperation of the week of Valentine’s Day better…
Plano Native Rex Burkhead Heads to the Super Bowl for the Second Time
This Sunday, Rex Burkhead, a 2009 graduate of Plano Senior High School and running…
BootyQueen Opens First Store at The Shops at Willow Bend
If you follow success stories from the hit TV series “Shark Tank,” then you…
Horchow Finale Reopened in Plano
Horchow Finale, the sales outlet for the Horchow home furnishing retailer, has reopened in…
We Asked Ten Plano Chefs: Who Inspired You to Cook?
Inspiration that leads to a lifelong career choice can come from anywhere and can…
Legacy Hall Named 2nd Place “Best New Food Hall” in the U.S.
Legacy Hall has won second place in the Best New Food Hall 2019 USA…
Richardson Restaurant Park
We Plano peeps sure do love our food. So what could be better than…
Knife Burger Offers $1 Burgers to Federal Government Employees
Beginning Jan. 18, Chef John Tesar will offer Ozersky Hamburgers* for only $1 to…
Shreveport-Bossier to Host Mardi Gras Pop-Up Party in Downtown Plano
The Shreveport-Bossier Convention and Tourist Bureau, in partnership with event1013 and the Historic Downtown…
Collin County Nonprofit Leadership Institute
As Collin County grows, so do its challenges with issues such as homelessness, hunger…
2019 Plano Mayor’s Summer Internship Program Now Open
All Plano ISD and public school sophomores and juniors with at least a 3.0…
Made in Plano: Built in Beauty
Just like cold-shoulder tops, pastel hair and unicorn everything, negativity is officially out in…
El Piropo
We Texans like to think of ourselves as having a close relationship with Mexico,…
Live Well in North Texas: The Hohmans
Busy Healthcare Professionals Live Well by Making Family Time a Priority Finding time to…
Nature’s Plate Bringing More Plant-Based Meal Options to Plano
Nature’s Plate, the go-to vegan eatery, opens Jan. 10 in Preston Creek in Plano…
The (Food) Future is Female
A Chat with Chefs Tiffany Derry & Uno Immanivong She’s a little bit Hoda….
The Barre Code Plano: a Community Inside a Fitness Studio
When women join The Barre Code Plano, they are joining more than just a…
North Texas Drag Bingo
The most fun, flashy and fabulous event you may ever have the luck to…
16 Anticipated Plano Restaurant Openings in 2019
Looking back at 2018, Plano’s restaurant scene seemed to slide into its new stride….
Communities Foundation of Texas Announces 28 Grants to North Texas Nonprofits
On December 26, Communities Foundation of Texas (CFT) announced $698,000 in grants awarded to…
Top Five Free Things to Do at Your Plano Public Library this January
Screenwriting workshops, photo editing classes, 3D printing, Spanish storytime… for free? From preschool to…
Ebesu Sushi & Robata Coming to Downtown Plano
Tetsuya Nakao, CEO of Tokyo-based restaurant group DRC Co., Ltd., plans to bring upscale…
Plano Metropolitan Ballet Presents “The Little Mermaid”
For twenty-nine years Plano Metropolitan Ballet (PMB) has put its unique twist on a…
People of Plano: Stefanie Johnson
Stefanie Johnson lives and breathes bowling. She started when she was six years old…
The Granny Party at Meadows Baptist Church
Fifty Years of Friendship No one spends the holidays alone at Meadows Baptist Church….
Made in Plano: The Amazing Dip Company
Since February 2017, Marcus Wentrcek has been creating gourmet dips under the name The…
From Where the Roads Began
The History of Plano Roads If you live in Plano, you probably spend a…
Chez Dip French Dip Coming Soon to Legacy Hall
Tom Fleming, executive chef at Dallas’ Crossroads Diner, will open his new venture, Chez…
Serena Williams Visits Plano’s Neighborhood Goods
Not only is Serena Williams a globally celebrated champion tennis player, philanthropist, public figure…
Grace Outreach Center
Our Diversity is What Brings Us Together When guests walk into Grace Outreach Center,…
A Day in the Life of a Planoite: Nathan Sutti, Prosthetist
At age 17, Plano resident Nathan Sutti was in a motorcycle accident and lost…
Terra Mediterranean Now Open at The Shops at Willow Bend
Terra Mediterranean recently opened a location at the newest dining hotspot in Plano, The…
My Possibilities Receives $1 Million Grant from Rees-Jones Foundation
My Possibilities, a Plano-based nonprofit organization, recently received a $1 million grant from The…
People of Plano: Michael Hamilton
Visual designer Michael Hamilton has lived in Plano for 29 years, the past 18…
Shipley Do-Nuts Opening in Plano
Shipley Do-Nuts is opening a new location in Plano on Monday, Dec. 3 at…
Children’s Health Plano Spreads Holiday Cheer to Patients and Families
Children’s Health spread some holiday cheer to its young Plano patients, their families and…
Top Five Free Things to Do at Your Plano Public Library this December
The Hungry Caterpillar, Spanish storytime, podcast creation, coding robots, parenting workshops… for free? From…
Collin County Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration 2019
The public is invited to the 2nd Annual Collin County Dr. Martin Luther King,…
Wish Upon A Wedding Provides a Free Wedding for Local Couple
Fort Worth couple Stephanie Dennis and Darryl Woods recently had the wedding of their…
Moxie’s Grill and Bar
The popular Canadian concept, Moxie’s Grill & Bar, announced on September 13 the opening…
B. Frank & Relish at The Boardwalk at Granite Park
Granite Properties, a commercial real estate investment, development and management company, announced November 7…
Help Lovepacs Feed Hungry Plano Children
In 2011 when a group of neighbors in The Colony, Texas learned that food…
Cars and Coffee Dallas Calls it Quits
After more than nine years of benefiting the car-loving community and local charities, Cars…
Daniel Mofor, Creator of Don Morphy
Daniel Mofor is a man who won’t be caught out of style. It matters…
Give Thanks: A Thanksgiving Day Recipe
Thanksgiving Day is November 22 this year. Impress the in-laws with this recipe crafted…
The 2018 Boys and Girls Club Chrysalis Ball Raised Over $1 Million
The 2018 Chrysalis Ball was a huge success for the children of Boys &…
Best Doctors in Plano 2018
Plano Magazine proudly presents our list of the Best Doctors in Plano 2018. Best Doctors,…
Neighborhood Goods
It’s not that physical retail is dead, it’s just that boring and complacent retail…
10 Things to Do Thanksgiving Week in Plano 2018
Yay for Thanksgiving week! No work. No school. Too much food. Holiday movie marathons….
Plano ‘Pinions: What’s your favorite holiday tradition?
Planoites are an opinionated bunch. We may be the Guide to the Good Stuff,…
Natalia Veronica
Paintings, Purses and Passion Whether working in her studio in a denim-on-denim outfit, or…
#ChangeMakers in the Disabilities Community: Nagla Moussa
For more than two decades, Plano resident Nagla Moussa has worked tirelessly for people…
Plano East Senior High Students Bring Talks on Innovation, Leadership and Entrepreneurship to Plano
Talks on Innovation, Leadership and Entrepreneurship (TILE) is the world’s largest conversation series that…
NTPA Repertory Theatre Casts a Real Life Tiny Tim
It is poignant when the story becomes the reality. It is unforgettable when the…
Top 5 Reasons You Wanna Be ‘Neath the Wreath
For the Junior League of Collin County (JLCC) it’s the most wonderful time of…
Edith’s French Bistro
Tucked away at the end of The Boardwalk at Granite Park, Edith’s French Bistro…
The Women of Minnie’s Food Pantry
Lean on Me What does it take to provide more than eight million meals…
Meccha Matcha
“That’s what matcha is for – to feel peace,” owner Joseph Be says. His…
Taverna Rossa Celebrates Five Years in Plano
Taverna Rossa is planning a pretty big week to celebrate five years of serving…
New Mural Installed at The Shops at Legacy
Plano peeps have one more spot to satisfy our need for Insta-worthy snaps. The…
Knife Now Open at The Shops at Willow Bend
Chef John Tesar’s nationally renowned steakhouse, Knife, is now open at The Shops at…
Flags of Honor
Plano East Rotary Club’s second annual Veteran’s Day Flags of Honor tribute will be…
Top Five Free Things to Do at Your Plano Public Library this November
Excel classes, tabletop role playing games, and Taco Dragon story time… for free? From…
Éclair Bistro
There may be other places like Éclair Bistro, but you won’t find them anywhere…
Mudleaf Coffee
The Plano coffee scene is growing, and Mudleaf Coffee, located on Parker and Independence,…
Vivi Bubble Tea Now Open in Plano
Vivi Bubble Tea, an authentic Taiwanese bubble tea shop, recently opened its third location…
Halloween Treats in Plano | 2018
The Halloween season is in full swing and some local eateries are stepping up…
Plano Senior Recreation Center to be Named for U.S. Congressman Sam Johnson
Plano City Council members unanimously approved the renaming of the Senior Recreation Center when…
Apricot Lane Legacy
Step into any high-end Parisian shop, and you’ll find unparalleled customer service, a welcoming…
Everybody Loves Mayhem
At Plano’s Interurban Railway Museum, we’re always looking for different ways of understanding the…
KĀI Now Open at Legacy West
With an open robatayaki kitchen, wrap-around sushi bar, expansive patios and a full-service lounge,…
2018 Collin County Heart Ball
On November 3, the American Heart Association will host the 2018 Collin County Heart…
6th Annual Battle of the Bras
On October 25, Plano firefighters will celebrate the 6th annual Battle of the Bras….
Plano Phantoms
Longtime Dallas flight attendant Brad Stewart developed an odd hobby a few years ago…
#ChangeMakers in the Disabilities Community: Tresi Weeks
When it comes to planning for the future of individuals with special needs, there…
Little Hands Against Poverty
Little Hands Against Poverty began as a summer donation drive started by a motivated…
Young Men’s Service League’s Wildcat Chapter Ultimate Gift 2018
The Wildcat chapter of the Young Men’s Service League recently welcomed the North Texas…
Kids Shouldn’t Have Cancer Events Raise Over $270K for Pediatric Cancer Research
The Frisco community recently came together in a big way to support the fight…
Ladies Who Geek
The sun is at its peak at a neighborhood park. Temperatures are dangerously high…
The Shops at Willow Bend Celebrates the Opening of The District
On October 4, The Shops at Willow Bend held a special chef’s tasting event…
People of Plano: Dr. Michele Miles
For 19 years, Dr. Michele Miles has enjoyed living and working in Plano. As…
Rodeo Goat Ice House Grand Opening in Plano
Plano Magazine would love to invite the community to check out the brand new…
Starbucks Coming to the Downtown Plano Arts District
Starbucks will be making its way to historic Downtown Plano this November. Plano business…
Komen North Texas “BigWigs” Prepare to Battle
Twenty-one women are diagnosed with breast cancer every week, and that’s just in the…
What Little Wonder
Busy Plano mom Sarah McNamee didn’t particularly enjoy filtering through a sea of powder…
Plano International Festival 2018
Want to experience 100 different cultures in just a matter of hours? Buy authentic…
The Gelato Cone Coming to Downtown Plano
Downtown Plano is about to get a little sweeter with the opening of The…
The Spooky Spinster at Holman Pottery
Several years ago, Debbie Holman invited a friend to visit her home on 18th…
Meet Dancer Gargi Duggal
Gargi Duggal can be seen and heard from far away. She’s adorned in layered…
Top Five Free Things to Do at Your Plano Public Library this October
Chinese classes, Halloween puppet shows, Hindi storytime and credit score workshops… for free? From…
Amorino Gelato Coming to Legacy West
Amorino Gelato, an Italian-owned gelato company, is opening its second DFW location at 7700…
North Texas Women in Craft Beer
Women have long been a part of beer-making history, even if it’s not always…
National Soccer Hall of Fame Grand Opening Oct. 20-21
When the National Soccer Hall of Fame opens in Frisco October 20, visitors can…
Neighborhood Goods Coming to Legacy West
Neighborhood Goods, a Dallas-based startup hoping to create a modern alternative to the traditional…
The VOID Hyper-Reality Experience at Cinemark West Plano
“Imagine physically stepping into a new world, being transported into a story you see…
Original ChopShop Opens at The Shops at Legacy
Original ChopShop, a neighborhood eatery crafting “Just Feel Good Food” from whole ingredients, opened…
#ChangeMakers in the Disabilities Community: Ryan Clark
If you happened to go shopping in an HEB, Tom Thumb or Target somewhere…
The Night Watchman | Plano Police Officer Green Wesley Rye
After 80 years, the story of the first Plano police officer killed in the…
Day in the Life of a Planoite: Chip Curtis, Hot Air Balloon Pilot
From the military to ballooning, Chip Curtis’ life has followed an unconventional path. The…
Relocating the Collinwood House | A Moving Experience
Billy Lemons remembers exactly how he started in the moving business. His dad, Ray…
Urban8 Food Court Now Open in The Colony
Urban8 opened August 23 with hopes to be one of North Texas’ hottest dining…
Inaugural Plano Families First Fall Fair
Plano Mayor Harry LaRosiliere has announced plans for the inaugural Plano Families First Fall…
Welcome to Plano, North Texas Food Bank
Slowing down isn’t an option for Trisha Cunningham. After 30 years at Texas Instruments…
Texas Traditions: Homecoming Mums
Born and reared in Texas, having experienced the nostalgic bliss of my own high…
Downward Donkey on the Farm on North Texas Giving Day
Surrounded by fresh air and the sounds of clucking chickens, bleating sheep and braying…
Pearl Cup Sip Opens at The Boardwalk at Granite Park
Pearl Cup Sip is now open at The Boardwalk at Granite Park at 5880…
Spreading Hope Peanut Butter Drive Benefitting North Texas Food Bank
The City of Plano is hosting its 5th annual Spreading Hope Peanut Butter Drive…
The Phantom Pianist of Plano’s Carpenter House
Some say Plano’s Carpenter House is haunted. Over the years, residents and visitors have…
Girl Boss 2018: Tammy Hooker
Tammy Hooker admits that she wasn’t keen on relocating to Plano 11 years ago. …
Girl Boss 2018: Sara Bonser
Transitioning from classroom teacher to school administrator was not something Sara Bonser planned to…
Girl Boss 2018: Sandra Moon
“It’s inside of me to always reach out to people,” Sandra Moon says. By…
Girl Boss 2018: Mary Jacobs
Like her Plano Podcast partner, Mary Jacobs also moved here unexpectedly after living in…
Girl Boss 2018: Kimberly O’Neil
“Service to others is a part of life, and our involvement is not an…
Girl Boss 2018: Charmaine Solomon
The plan started as scribbled notes on the back of a napkin one day…
Girl Boss 2018: Bree Clarke
Have you ever been excited to attend an event, but upon arrival, everyone was…
Girl Boss 2018: Amy Medford
Amy Medford has her eyes set on community. As The Shops at Willow Bend’s…
Girl Boss 2018: Abbie Alter
Moving some place new can feel like starting over. New “everything” has to be…
Girl Boss 2018: Nine Women Changing Plano
What a year to be a woman. More than ever, females are finding their…
The Yard in McKinney
Starting September 4, for home cooking without the cleanup, hungry North Texans can head…
Top Five Free Things to Do at Your Plano Public Library this September
Trapunto art, shadow puppet stories, parenting classes, Arabic storytime, and Photoshop workshops… for free?…
Coal Vines at CityLine
Slinging Pies on the City Line For nearly two years, Coal Vines in CityLine…
Krav Maga Dallas
“Have you seen the Jason Bourne movies?” Krav Maga Dallas instructor and family law…
Apparition Expedition 2018
It’s almost that time of year again – the season for ghosts and spooky…
Lima Taverna
Lima Taverna is a family-owned Peruvian restaurant that opened last year; it breaks free…
The Skate Park at Carpenter Park
Plano Parks and Recreation proudly opened the city’s first outdoor skate park August 11…
The Quest for Corn: Plano’s Best Elote
As Texans are prone to do, I sometimes crave an authentic elote. I don’t…
Gleneagles Country Club in Plano Completes $8.2 Million Improvement Project
Gleneagles Country Club, a private club established in Plano in 1985 and a member…
#ChangeMakers in the Disabilities Community: Jeffrey Kribs
When Jeffrey Kribs’ son, Cason, started kindergarten at St. Timothy Christian Academy in Plano,…
Gluten-Free Dining in Plano
Fad diets come and go, but for some locals, gluten-free life is here to…
Plano Chamber of Commerce Wins Prestigious Award
The Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE) has named the Plano Chamber of…
Fernando’s Mexican Cuisine at CityLine
In DFW’s sea of Tex-Mex restaurants, it can be hard for one to stand…
Plano Mayor’s Summer Internship Program
On July 30, Plano Mayor Harry LaRosiliere was joined by Dallas Mayor Mike Rawlings…
Top Five Free Things to Do at Your Plano Public Library this August
Balloon science workshops, puppet shows, green screen magic, job search seminars… for free? From…
The Mr. Thank You Project
In 2016 Plano resident John Israel set a goal to write five thank you…
Georgia’s Farmers Market
People go into business to make money. But at Georgia’s Farmers Market in Downtown…
BRP Moves North American HQ to Plano
The Great Texas Adventure, Canada Style At the July 10th grand opening of BRP’s…
A Day in the Life of a Planoite: Natasha Mings, Overnight Patrol Police Officer
Officer Natasha Mings isn’t much for predictable jobs. Luckily for the Plano Police Department,…
Grand Opening Announced for Skate Park at Carpenter Park
The City of Plano Parks and Recreation Department is proud to announce the opening…
Plano Public Library’s New Outreach Van
Annie & the Rachels – it sounds like a fun pop group, right? It’s…
Made in Plano: Coffee del Rey
Kimberly Marcaccini is just like many other young professionals. She’s a graduate from SMU,…
Plano PIO David Tilley Named Nextdoor Neighborhood Champion in Law Enforcement
Plano Police Public Information Officer (PIO) David Tilley has been named one of Nextdoor’s…
Dillas Hosts Community Day to Support McKinney Education Foundation
Editors Note: This story has been updated to reflect new opening dates. Dillas Quesadillas,…
Behind-the-Scenes Peek at The Shops at Willow Bend’s New Restaurant District
This week, The Shops at Willow Bend gave members of the media a behind-the-scenes…
Tacodeli Opening Second Plano Location
Tacodeli is opening its second Plano location on Wednesday, July 25 at 2401 Preston…
Plano’s Kate Hilton Receives Elizabeth Abrams Memorial Scholarship
Kate Hilton, a recent Plano East Senior High School graduate, was announced on July…
Plano Musician Braeden Paul
Braeden Paul was born into a house of music. Notes filled the Louisiana air…
Pickles & Crickets | Plano’s Offbeat Summer Sports
Football, basketball, oh yeah. Been there, bought the tee shirt. America’s pastimes to be…
#ChangeMakers in the Disabilities Community: Katie Beth Massengill
Whether it is through her work at Berry Family Services or her volunteer efforts…
The City of Plano Partners with WAZE App to Make Driving Through Plano Easier
When you are already running late, construction and traffic are not your best friends….
Dog Haus Biergarten
Go ahead, tuck into a mouth-watering, bacon-wrapped, gourmet all-beef Haus dog nestled between grilled…
Park Place Lexus Plano Seeking Donations for Blackland Prairie Raptor Center
When you hear Park Place Lexus Plano is helping raptors, you might think it’s…
Nancy Lieberman Charities and Ira Kravitz Family Donate Dream Court to Plano
Nancy Lieberman Charities has teamed with the Ira Kravitz Family to donate to Plano,…
10 Top Places to Hear Live Music in Plano | 2018
As Plano cements itself as an independent center of culture and entertainment, live music…
Legacy Cultural District in Plano Assembles First-Ever Executive Committee
On June 13 the Board of Directors of Legacy Cultural District, Inc., announced the…
Plano City Council Approves Proposal to Build 4-Star Radisson Hotel at Plano Event Center
The Plano Event Center could have a new 4-star neighbor by the spring of…
Milky Treats Ice Cream Grand Opening in Plano
Milky Treats Ice Cream, also known as Heaven on earth for all those with…
People of Plano: Gabriel Leal
Entrepreneur Gabriel Leal comes from a family of printers. His father still owns the…
10 Best Burgers in Plano
Not much else can beat that first bite of a juicy burger. And Plano…
Plano Metro Rotary Club Gives $65,000 to H.E.R.O.E.S.
On June 6, 2018, Plano Metro Rotary Club (PMRC), a nonprofit service organization that…
Mudleaf Coffee Coming to Plano in August
Mudleaf Coffee, currently a coffee catering business, is broadening its reach and opening its…
Read Between the Lines Stationary Store to Open at Legacy West
Read Between the Lines, a locally owned stationary store currently situated in Dallas’ Victory…
Best of Plano Magazine 2018 Party
The Best of Plano Magazine is our annual guide to the best restaurants, shops,…
Duo Kicks Off Fundraising Campaign for Contemporary Child Art Museum in Plano
Ask any elementary art teacher to describe how children draw or paint and chances…
The Storehouse of Collin County Seeks Monetary Donations for Annual Backpack Distribution
School may be letting out for the summer, but The Storehouse of Collin County…
Hotel Transylvania Pop-up Event
Cinemark Legacy in Plano is bringing Hotel Transylvania to life for all moviegoing families…
The Brixton at The Shops at Legacy Reopens as VNYL Nightclub
The Brixton restaurant and live entertainment venue has rebranded and will be reopening as…
El Piropo Authentic Mexican Restaurant Coming to Downtown Plano
Get ready for a taste of authentic Mexican cuisine because the Barraza family will…
Renowned Dallas Chef Tim Byres Plans to Open Tight Quarters in Legacy Hall
Another award-winning chef is joining the ranks at Legacy Hall. The first floor of…
Sweet Home Bath & Body Opening in Downtown Plano This Summer
Things in Downtown Plano are about to get a little sweeter. Local small business…
#ChangeMakers in the Disabilities Community: Karen Wald
With a passion for the inclusion of individuals with all levels of ability, Karen…
Lands’ End School Uniform Store Opening in Plano
Lands’ End, Inc. announced it will open a new school uniform store in Plano…
ArtCentre of Plano Offers Free JumpStart for Arts Summer Camp for Kids
The ArtCentre of Plano is now accepting registration applications for JumpStart for Arts, its…
Alliance Data Presents My Possibilities Annual Community Ball June 16
On Saturday, June 16, approximately 1,400 DFW area residents will gather alongside adults with…
The Quiet Fight for Better Lives
Working to give adults with disabilities a brighter future According to the Centers for…
A Day in the Life of a Planoite: Elizabeth D’Cunha, Frito-Lay Culinary Strategist
Elizabeth D’Cunha is an integral part of making sure we enjoy beloved treats. She…
Simba’s Barkery Wins the Battle of the Pop-Up at The Shops at Willow Bend
Simba! We all know him as the hero of Disney’s iconic film, “The Lion…
Saalna
Saalna is more than just another Indian restaurant and take-out joint; it’s a full-on…
Best Bubble Tea Places in Plano
Got boba on the brain? Then Plano is definitely the place to be. As…
Inaugural Plano Comedy Festival
Editor’s note: Sunday’s location has been updated to ZaLat Pizza in downtown Plano. Organizers…
Alamo Drafthouse Coming to Frisco in 2020
We love Austin for so many reasons – tacos, live music, those tacky Keep…
The Box Garden at Legacy Hall Grand Opening
This past weekend, Plano celebrated the grand opening of The Box Garden entertainment venue…
CityLine’s Sweetest Spots
Life is too short to say no to dessert. Luckily for those of us…
Meet Hamza Iqbal, Teen Activist
Think back to how you spent time when you were 15 years old. Most…
CASA of Collin County Earns $100K Award
On May 10 Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Collin County was awarded a…
Café Intermezzo
Sit, sip and let worries melt away at Café Intermezzo. The newly arrived Shops…
Love for the Liberators | Memorial Day
The people of the Netherlands have never forgotten their powerful ties to the United…
Tacodeli
You may think you know tacos, because after all, this is Texas, right? Lots…
TASTE 2018 Event Raises $100,000 for Hendrick Scholarship Foundation
Plano community leaders, chefs, students and volunteers came out in force to support Hendrick…
My Possibilities Campus for Higher Learning
It’s only spring, and the folks at My Possibilities are already having an historic…
Top 50 Realtors in Plano in 2017
We’re lucky to live in one of the best cities in the U.S. (in…
Made in Plano: Innerglow Art
In the absence of words, emotions exist. In Sarah Hickey’s world, emotions are almost…
Afternoon Tea | A Mother’s Day Tradition
Afternoon tea is not just an elegant affair, it is an intimate tradition when…
2018 Junior League of Collin County Excellence in Volunteer Service Awards
On April 26 the Junior League of Collin County (JLCC) held its 2018 Excellence…
Friends of the Farmstead Dinner and Concert 2018
Plano’s beloved Heritage Farmstead Museum will host its annual Friends of the Farmstead fundraising…
Free Family Fun in Plano This Summer
Most people would agree: It’s amazing to be a kid in the summer. But…
The Biscuit Bar
Get ready to pass the butter and gravy. The Biscuit Bar, a new comfort…
This Side UP! Family Receives 2018 Meritorious Service Award
The Texas Council on Family Relations (TxCFR) presented Plano-based nonprofit This Side UP! Family…
El Noa Noa
El Noa Noa is only about nine months old, but its story starts way…
Mi Dia From Scratch Named One of Best Tex-Mex Restaurants in Texas
On Friday, April 20, USA TODAY 10Best announced the results for their Readers’ Choice…
Sixth Annual Legacy of Love Raises $250,000 for Children’s Health
On April 12, The Women’s Auxiliary to Children’s Medical Center Plano partnered with Mercedes-Benz…
ArtCentre of Plano to Host Mother’s Day Tea
Every little girl has dreamed up her ideal tea party – eloquent tables, a…
People of Plano: Ben and Cathy Braden
Plano residents Ben and Cathy Braden were just ordinary parents to a happy two-year-old…
Tricky Fish
Tricky Fish restaurant is a hybrid. Born of ideas that didn’t fit in anywhere…
People of Plano: Patti O’Meara
Each night in North Texas, thousands of children go to sleep without a home….
Plano Dance Festival 2018
On April 21 Plano Metropolitan Ballet will host the 16th annual Plano Dance Festival…
Making It Out Alive: 5 People in Plano Who Will Help You Survive the Zombie Apocalypse
Here’s how it all goes south… One day you’re drinking your morning breakfast blend,…
CityLine to Welcome Ace’s Sports Hangar this Summer
CityLine will welcome Ace’s Sports Hangar this summer, an original concept that will provide…
TASTE 2018 Benefiting Hendrick Scholarship Foundation
TASTE 2018 is the signature fundraiser for Hendrick Scholarship Foundation, hosted on April 19…
Da Mario
It would be easy enough to announce Da Mario as an authentic, family-style Italian…
Haggard Farm
At one corner of Park and Custer in Plano stands the familiar Walgreens. But…
Gloria Jean’s Coffees to Expand into Plano
California-based Gloria Jean’s Coffees will be expanding into the Plano area later this year,…
Bolder Watch
What if your watch could not only tell time but also help shelter animals…
Plano Artfest 2018
The two-day Plano Artfest will fill the streets of the Downtown Plano Arts District…
Toyota Texas Music Revolution 2018 Review
Whenever I mentioned to people in the past few weeks that I was going…
Jasper High School Interact Club to represent Texas at Model UN
Jasper High School in Plano is home to one of only five Rotary Interact…
Fogo de Chão Opens New Legacy West Flagship Location
From bustling gaucho chefs circling the room to provide tableside service to hungry guests…
Made in Plano: Paper in Bloom
Fresh is not always better. In a world where anything organic or natural is…
Lockhart Smokehouse
Lockhart Smokehouse is quite the staple in Historic Downtown Plano. The smell of its…
Prettiest Hotel Bars Around Plano to Grab a Cocktail
Say goodbye to the days of stale pretzels and marginal wine menus. The Plano…
Crayola Experience Plano Now Open
Get ready to unleash your children (and your inner child) Friday, March 23 when…
Sweet shop Kilwins opens its first Texas location at The Shops at Legacy
This month The Shops at Legacy got a sweet new stop. Locally owned and…
Akari Sushi
Sushi lovers in Plano have hit the jackpot at Akari Sushi restaurant. Tucked away…
WXYZ Lounge at Aloft Hotel Richardson
The WXYZ Lounge is more than just a spot for weary travelers. Located next…
A Day in the Life of a Planoite: Pete Delkus, TV Meteorologist
Did you know your local TV weather guy plans out most of his evening…
Meet Nadia Khedairy, Mentor for Hendrick Scholarship Foundation
High school graduation was only weeks away in 2004 when a 17-year-old girl at…
Dog Haus Richardson Partners with Top Chefs to Raise Money for No Kid Hungry
Dog Haus Biergarten, the critically acclaimed gourmet hot dog, sausage and burger concept with…
Plano’s LongHorn Steakhouse Announces Opening Date
LongHorn Steakhouse will officially open its first-ever DFW location in Plano on Monday, March…
Heritage Farmstead Museum Celebrates with Ewe-nique Baby Shower
Plano’s Heritage Farmstead Museum hasn’t had a live animal born on the farm since…
The Palm Tree
Spring is just around the corner and palm trees are already popping up in…
St. Patrick’s Day Events in Plano 2018
It’s time to break out the green beads and “Kiss Me, I’m Irish” shirts…
Toyota Texas Music Revolution 2018
“I am more excited about this year’s lineup than any other Toyota Texas Music…
Road Trip: Texoma Destinations
Lake Life (Lake Texoma / 60 minutes north of Plano) Ever been to Lake…
Road Trip: Choctaw Casino and Resort
Get Lucky (Choctaw Casino and Resort / 70 minutes north of Plano) Celebrating its…
Road Trip: Three Weekend Getaways Just an Hour’s Drive from Plano
We Planoites are missing out on some serious fun. The misconception that many a…
Road Trip: 903 Brewers in Sherman
Sasquatch Sighting! (903 Brewers / 45 minutes north of Plano) The first stop on…
Plano ‘Pinions: What’s your favorite road trip from Plano?
Planoites are an opinionated bunch. We may be the Guide to the Good Stuff,…
Foster Care Series: Meet Mercedes Russaw
Mercedes Russaw has always known she was adopted, and like most adopted kids, she…
Crayola Experience Plano Set to Open on March 23
Crayola Experience Plano, Texas’s newest and most colorful family destination, will open at The…
Zaytinya
Walking into The Star in Frisco, the Mediterranean restaurant Zaytinya glows purple inside, recreating…
TreeHouse Plano
Austin-based TreeHouse, which touts itself as the world’s first home upgrade company, recently opened…