Children’s Health opens new patient tower
The patient tower tripled the bed capacity of the hospital, which aims to serve the increasing number of families moving to Collin County.
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PHOTOS: Local Good Center hosts respite night for foster parents
Over 200 volunteers and 175 children came to a respite night for foster and adoptive families last weekend.
Crunch Fitness opens new gym concept in Plano
The new gym is located at 801D W. 15th Street in the former Bed Bath & Beyond building and features new lighting and design.
JCPenney tops list of America’s Favorite Department Stores
The USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards are nominated by USA Today editors and voted on by the public over 4 weeks.
Plano-native wins figure skating Grand Prix final
Amber Glenn won gold this weekend, ending a 14-year streak of no wins for American women in any figure skating worldwide singles competition.
Pizza Hut unveils first drive-thru menu in Plano location
The new location is the first of its kind in the United States, offering ready-made options and a drive thru.
Late Friday night multi-departmental pursuit results in DWI arrest
The multi-departmental pursuit resulted in a DWI arrest in Dallas, according to a representative from Plano PD.
Top 5 things to do with your library this December
Warm up at the library with this month’s Top 5 Things To Do at your library from a NASA ambassador to 3D printing.
Prestonwood pastor Scott Turner nominated for Trump cabinet
The Plano pastor worked for HUD during the last Trump administration following corporate and political office experiences and the NFL.
Susser Bank opens its first full-service branch in the county
Susser’s new Plano branch, which opened this week, marks the company’s sixth county to extend into in its 63 years in operation.
Moms, grandmas, in-laws and aunts: Check out Comedy Moms’ Thanksgiving Eve show
Mic Drop Comedy Plano is offering $5 off using promo code MOM5 at checkout for the upcoming Thanksgiving Eve show.
Plano ISD breaks ground on new Career & Technical Education Center
The center will feature hands-on programs in automotive repair, cosmetology, communications, finance and more.
I Scream Gelato opens Plano location at Granite Park
The national chain opened its first Texas location in Granite Park last week, serving up over 60 gelato flavors.
Plano-based CodeLaunch to host first World Championship startup competition later this month
The winner of the competition will receive $50,000 in funding as investments from the CodeLaunch and Improving Fuel Fund.
Plano City Council approves several items for former JCPenney office redevelopment, new park
City Council approved the donation of $15 million towards a park, the purchase of that park from CCI to the City and rezoning Park at Legacy.
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Collin County Democrat Mihaela Plesa wins Texas House District 70 race
Republican incumbents won two of Collin County statehouse seats, with Democrat incumbent Plesa as the only Democratic winner in the area.
Plano Public Library wins award for services for older adults
The award honored Plano Public Library’s services geared toward older adults, like the Senior Lobby Stop program started last year.
Agape Resource and Assistance Center breaks ground on “urban village”
The new housing program will provide wraparound services and income-based, self-sustaining rental homes for those at risk of homelessness.
WATCH: Plano ISD superintendent discusses marathon running, leadership
Plano ISD Superintendent Theresa Williams was featured in a series discussing leadership styles and personal hobbies of superintendents.
Top 5 things to do with your library this November
Temps are going down but learning at the library is ramping up with this month’s Top 5 Things To Do at your library.
School vouchers are a key issue in this suburban Collin County statehouse race
HD70 incumbent Mihaela Plesa and challenger Steve Kinard differ in positions on education savings accounts, a hot topic for Plano ISD.
City of Plano finds rabies-positive bat, encourages pet vaccination
Rabies is a vaccine-preventable, fatal viral disease that attacks the central nervous system, causing brain disease and death.
Collin College to host free November music series
From a Capella to classical piano music, this free, public music series features music and musicians of all kinds.
Local Good Collective receives nearly $100k NTFB grant
North Texas Food Bank partner Local Good Collective received the grant to expand its serving abilities by increasing staff and resources.
The Plano Comedy Festival returns next week with an expansive lineup
Headliners include Kelanna Spiller, Linda Stogner, Mike Vecchione, Don McMillan, Learnmore Jonasi, Cipha Sounds, Sarah Colonna and more.
Corporate Commotion: Two corporations move headquarters in Plano
Avocado supplier GoVerden and global digital upskilling company Simplilearn have both recently moved their United States HQs to Plano.
New BBQ restaurant to open this weekend at The Boardwalk at Granite Park
The Kickback BBQ Cantina has a create-your-own concept that includes barbecue basics with a Tex-Mex twist.
Either way, outcome of Texas HD 70 race may signal political shift in Collin County
The district was won by 850 votes in the last election, and this year’s race could be just as close as Kinard and Plesa near election day.
American Innovation Index ranks Toyota at top of automotive companies for innovation
Toyota ranked second for innovation out of all companies and first in innovation and social innovation for automotive companies.
PREVIEW: Central Plano pop-up Minecraft Experience: Villager Rescue
The experience walks players through interactive rooms in a storyline that has groups of up to 25 people working together to save villagers.
Woman dies after shooting involving Plano officers, police say
Plano police has since identified the woman as 32-year-old Allison Seitz. Results of a Collin County M.E. report have not yet been released.
Plano pharmacy execs’ indictment dismissed
After an indictment alleging conspiracy to manufacture/deliver a controlled substance, two Texas Star Pharmacy execs’ cases have been dismissed.
Study finds Plano is a safer city to drive in than Dallas
Plano ranked tenth in the country for best large cities to drive in based on metrics including safety and infrastructure. Dallas placed 60th.
Plano foodie news roundup: new restaurants, concept changes and Assembly Park additions
NEW: ShangHai Taste, ANOTHER: Jason’s Deli and Piada, ASSEMPLY PARK: Trio of additions & FESTIVAL: 6th Plano Food & Wine start the week.
‘The College Tour’ Amazon series to premiere Collin College episode on Oct. 15
Collin College’s episode features 10 students, two of which are from Plano, as they discuss their experiences at the college.
The Storehouse has “tremendous need” for winter coats
With nearly 2,000 coats distributed last year alone, The Storehouse is gearing up for the winter season and accepting coat donations now.
Texas cities fill chart for real estate development from 1944 to today
Plano ranked 33rd in the country, with several industries showing a decrease in new developments since the city entered its redevelopment era.
Plano-based Mooyah Burgers, Fries and Shakes president steps down
Former president Doug Willmarth is joining Utah-based Beans & Brews Coffeehouse as CEO, Restaurant Business Online reports.
NTPA Plano to host youth performance for Hispanic Heritage Month
The musical will also feature live conga music from Bombazo DFW, encouraging audience members to dance along with the show.
PepsiCo looks back on 30-year partnership with Feed the Children
The partnership has grown to benefit 370 schools this year, providing food and other resources to Title I students.
Plano East Speech & Debate achieves national ranking
#PISDProud Plano East’s team crossed the top 50 on the top 100 list, putting the school’s program ahead of around 3,0000 others nationally.
Collin College hosts fall series on gender-based oppression
The series includes talks on human trafficking, civility, gender-based violence, resilience and intersectionality.
5K supporting domestic abuse prevention set for October 19
The race includes a 5k and a one-mile fun run, with proceeds benefitting the L. Christina Smith Foundation.
Free, family-friendly festival North Texas Carnival of the Arts takes place this weekend
Collaborative Arts of Plano’s festival will include a flash mob from Garage Arts Project (pictured) and 35 other groups’ events/booths.
Rover Dramawerks continues 25th Anniversary season with 10-minute comedies
The comedy play-lineup will take place on June 5-21, 2025, at the Cox Playhouse as part of Rover Dramawerks’ 25th anniversary season.
Plano East student to be honored at Young Women of Distinction Girl Scout luncheon
Katherine Polimerou will be honored for her Gold Award — which created over 100 cookbooks to combat food fatigue — on October 25.
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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.