Samsung to move corporate HQ to Plano
Samsung is joining the corporate headquarter lineup this year by making its Legacy Central office the U.S. HQ.
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FIFA Feels: Where to catch vibes from each country playing in DFW
We know Plano’s dining scene is diverse – and so are our friends visiting DFW for the World Cup from around the world. Here’s where to dine like them.
Plano Public Library opens book locker at Liberty Recreation Center
The locker serves as another place for library patrons to pick up materials aside from the five library locations.
Legacy Hall Juneteenth Fashion show returns
The evening includes vendor shopping, followed by pre-show live entertainment by DJ Dr. Mack, the fashion show and a line-dancing afterparty.
KERA: Plano City Council backs Dallas Stars arena proposal at $700M Willow Bend redevelopment site
Though the letter of intent was approved, negotiations and discussions are still to come before official construction plans can be approved.
Collin County residence requires highest living wage in the state, TWC report says
According to the Texas Workforce Commission, Collin County families need to earn $7,553 per month or $90,635 annually to be self-sufficient.
Rover Dramawerks’ noir mystery thriller Laura kicks off this weekend
The ’40s film noir features Mark McPherson, a Manhattan detective who falls in love with a phantom named Laura, whose murder he is investigating.
KERA: Dallas Stars announce plans for new arena in Plano
The Stars will bring a letter of intent to build an area and entertainment district to Plano at next week’s meeting.
World Cup festivities in Plano
World Cup watch parties, family-friendly festivities, shopping experiences and international invitations abound as the World Cup approaches.
Park Place Lexus honors Plano ISD teachers of the year with use of car, gifts
Elementary TOTY is Heather Marek from Miller Elementary School. Secondary TOTY is Stephanie Hirsch from Williams High School.
Top 5 things to do with your library this June
Film-making. Adventures. Life-saving skills. Spanish-language business programming. Summer reading. These events and more this June.
KERA: North Texas on track to reach 9 million people next year
As the region’s growth accelerates, the North Central Texas Council of Governments is focused on congestion mitigation and public transit.
Principal for a Day returns, applications open now
Ever wondered what it’s like to be a principal? Plano ISD and Plano Chamber of Commerce are teaming up for the second annual Principal for a Day.
City Council approves AT&T tower with antenna
Plano City Council voted Tuesday 8-0 to approve a zoning change allowing a stealth antenna in the proposed tower and public plaza at the AT&T site.
Youth volunteer program Plano Fire Explorers earns national award
Along with the program earning the Junior Firefighter Program of the Year Award, Explorer Captain Grace Isakson was honored as Junior Firefighter of the Year.
Japanese ramen brand Kouchan Ramen makes U.S. debut in Plano
Kouchan Ramen will open its first United States location in Plano this summer (exact date TBD) at 4709 W Parker Road, suite 440.
7th Avenue location to open at Legacy West in July
The machine-washable modular sofa brand is coming to Legacy West in July, according to a representative from the company.
Plano sets new record in recently released TPL Park Score Index
The 2026 ParkScore Index is out and Plano has maintained its first-in-state status while rising to 13th in the nation.
Plano taqueria Taco King lands on Texas Monthly list
King Taco is located at 4100 14th St., parked at the Valero on the corner of Los Rios and 14th.
Senior living community sell-out points to need for older adult housing
The Outlook at Windhaven sold out 153 independent living residences, 30 independent living cottages, 32 assisted living residences and 24 private memory support suites.
Studio Pilates International opens West Plano location
The new location, owned by franchisees David and Alyson de Prez, is located at 3300 Dallas Parkway, Suite 102, in West Plano Village.
The Storehouse issues urgent call for children’s clothing, socks, underwear
The Storehouse’s Joseph’s Coat Clothing Closet provides free clothing to those in need. Those who wish to donate can do so 24/7 at The Storehouse.
KERA: New study says eating eggs regularly may reduce risk of Alzheimer’s disease
KERA’s Sam Baker talked with Dr. Ryan Cheung, medical director of the Stroke Program at Texas Health Presbyterian Plano about eggs and Alzheimer’s.
The Storehouse Community Center Volunteer of the Year throws first pitch
The Storehouse Community Center celebrated 2026 Volunteer of the Year Denny Mosseller as he threw the first pitch at a recent Frisco RoughRiders game.
Downtown Plano kicks off World Cup season with ‘Japan Day: Ultras Meets Plano’
World Cup season is nearly upon us, and Downtown Plano is kicking off the first Japan-Netherlands match with a celebration.
Planoite and Olympic athlete Amber Glenn to be honored with proclamation
“Amber Glenn’s story is one of determination, resilience and heart,” said Plano Mayor John Muns.
NTPA Collegiate Pursuits launches Prescreen Bootcamp for aspiring students
The boot camp is open to grades 10-12 and will take place from approximately 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at NTPA Plano on Fridays and NTPA Dallas on weekends.
Darrell Rodenbaugh awarded Governor’s Volunteer Lifetime Achievement Award
Rodenbaugh served as North Texas Performing Arts’ board president for eight years and is on his 11th year as its full-time volunteer CEO.
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City launches interactive map showing park sunlight, shade patterns
All users have to do is select a park, choose a date and time and use a slider to see how sunlight and shade shift across the landscape.
KERA: Texas AG Ken Paxton accuses MUD of violating open meetings law in new lawsuit
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed another lawsuit attempting to block a North Texas Muslim oriented housing development.
City of Plano announces citywide on-demand transit service for seniors
Older adults can now use Plano Rides, a Via service aimed to mitigate the limitations and shortages of current microtransit options.
Ziosk opens service center in Plano
The Plano-based corporation is known for its tabletop devices that allow fast casual restaurant users to pay and play at the table.
Multi-departmental cleanup efforts persisted in days following oil tanker crash
Following a traffic accident on May 1 that caused an oil spill on Spring Creek Parkway, a multi-departmental effort is being made to clean it up.
PHOTOS: Dallas Stars, National Life Group hold book fair at Plano ISD elementary school
ICYMI: Plano ISD’s Barron Elementary was greeted last week with a Scholastic Book fair from The Dallas Stars Foundation and National Life Group.
Top 5 things to do with your library this May
A summer kickoff party. Solar themed programs. Memory keeping with therapy dogs. Nature for toddlers. Growing a small business.
Collin College Fire Academy celebrates graduation of 100th class
Throughout the 100 classes, Collin College has graduated 2,157 firefighters. Each class has been overseen by Pat McAuliff.
Downtown Plano Street Banner Design Contest returns with summer theme
Children who reside within Plano ISD boundaries are invited to create artwork with a summer theme — red, white and blue, sunshine and Plano.
Shops at Willow bend hosts event honoring police, fire
An Evening of Honor will take place on Thursday, May 14 from 5 to 8:30 p.m. at The District at Willow Bend. Tickets are $50 + tax.
New City of Plano payment portal means re-registration for many residents
The new portal, live now, will require those who use AutoPay to register a new account using their account number and re-enroll in AutoPay.
Rep. Keith Self hosts fourth annual Congressional Art Competition
The winners will be recognized at an annual awards ceremony in Washington, D.C., where works are displayed for one year at the U.S. Capitol.
Yacht rock band tour stops at Lexus Box Garden
Yachtley Crew performs at the Lexus Box Garden on April 30. Doors open at 6 p.m. General admission standing room tickets are available for $21.90 each.
Parish Episcopal School’s Rover Team takes first in NASA HERC challenge
Parish’s team includes Plano residents Anushka Nagchoudhury (’27), Nicholas Chronis (’28) and Isaac Lemeshev (’28).
KERA: Plano company owns rig in East Texas where explosion caused large fire and evacuations, no injuries
A Nacogdoches city spokesman confirmed to KERA News Plano-based Revenant Energy was the drill operator and Tulsa-based H&P was the drilling company.
Plano eats: Mother’s Day dining specials
Legacy Hall. Haywire. Whiskey Cake. Mexican Sugar. Sixty Vines. Princi Italia. Uchiko Plano. Mother’s Day specials across our city.
Recent restaurant updates: Subs, baked goods, ice cream incoming
Sub sandwiches in far east Plano. A cult-followed bakery in Legacy East. Another location for a local ice cream favorite in North Plano.
Mayor Muns visits SK Signet headquarters in Seoul
Mayor Muns and City Manager Mark Israelson toured the facilities and discussed future collaboration, according to a news release.
KERA: Texas school districts could spend millions to comply with new bus seat belt law
Only 216 of Plano ISD’s 314 school buses comply with this law. They say retrofitting the rest would cost $6.6 million.
Plano teens join other students for mental health conference
The Grant Halliburton foundation was one of three mental health-centered organizations to host the Peer-to-Peer Youth Mental Health Conference.
Plano Public Library wins award at Texas library conference
Plano Public Library’s Work Experience Program launched five years ago to provide hands-on training for adults with disabilities.