March-a-Thon fundraiser brings Plano East middle school, high school and senior high bands together (Plano) It would be a stretch to say even a hint of fall was in the air, but at least it was early enough that it wasn’t blazing hot for the Plano East Cluster March-a-Thon at Kimbrough Stadium in Murphy Saturday, […]
(Plano) The City of Plano Police and Fire emergency sirens will sound for one minute beginning at noon Sept. 11, as part of the national Stop and Remember Sept. 11th tenth anniversary commemoration. The U. S. Senate unanimously passed a resolution (S. Res. 237) calling on all Americans to participate in a Moment of Remembrance on […]
Throughout October, Calloway’s Nursery will host its annual Autumn Harvest, an annual celebration that includes a Pumpkin Patch, Farmer’s Market, Scarecrow Village, and many opportunities for fun, seasonal photos. Festivities kick off on Kid’s Day, Saturday, Oct. 1 with free family activities all day. Children will receive a free pie pumpkin to decorate. There will […]
(Plano) For the first time in more than two years, Blaze of Glory, the Bon Jovi Experience, will perform live for fans in the Collin County area. See the Dallas-based Bon Jovi tribute band beginning at 9 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 14 at Sambuca 360, at The Shops at Legacy, 7200 Bishop Road in Plano. Come […]
(Wylie) Enjoy a demo and sample “Sweet ‘n Savory” foods that show off chocolate’s versatility, as the Plano Central Market Cooking School presents a special tasting event at 6 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 22 at Rita & Truett Smith Public Library. Registration is required. Sign up in advance at the Adult Services Desk at the library, […]
Innovative ministry wraps up the summer with a fun day at Garland waterpark and collects school supplies for area kids. (Garland) More than 1,200 people turned out for the I Am Second Back-to-School party at Hawaiian Falls Garland on Aug. 18. Guests donated school supplies to benefit local kids. The worship band from Stillwater Community […]
Perhaps the fact that North Texans have been sweltering in triple digit heat for the past 62 days has something to do with why we’ve had such an overwhelming response at our newly launched DFW news site. After all, folks are looking forward to Labor Day concerts, football games and tailgate parties, fall festivals and holiday craft fairs […]
(Plano) Meet top employers face to face during the Dallas North Career Fair from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday, Aug. 15 at Holiday Inn Express Hotel and Suites, located at 700 Central Parkway East in Plano. There is no charge for admission. To learn more, visit ncfairs.com. To submit your news and events, email […]
[Plano Star-Courier] (Plano) Craning his neck to smile at the firefighters congratulating him, Jesus Lara was a good example of how big heroes can come in small packages. Just 8 years old and a novice swimmer, Jesus reacted quickly last weekend to save a drowning infant from the bottom of a pool. On Thursday morning, […]
(Plano) First Baptist Church, located at 1300 E. 15th St. in Plano, welcomes all ages to a community health fair from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Aug. 13. There will be free immunizations for children through 18 years of age (bring shot records), free health screenings, games, prizes, cotton candy, popcorn and perhaps best of all – […]