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Thursday, January 8th, 2026
Good morning, Plano. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 8th of January.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ AT&T announced it will move its global headquarters to Plano while its $100 million Discovery District in downtown Dallas remains without a clear plan. Local leaders note the move reflects a broader trend of shifting key operations to suburban hubs. KERA
- ➤ AT&T announced its global headquarters will move from downtown Dallas to Plano after Gov. Abbott blamed Dallas leaders for not fully funding the police and handling homelessness. City officials said the shift was due to a plan for a large, suburban-style campus. The Dallas Morning News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Plano figure skater Amber Glenn is competing at the US national figure skating championships in St. Louis today, where she hopes to defend her title & secure an Olympic team spot. NBC DFW
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Little Women
7:30-10:30 p.m. — North Texas Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience a timeless story brought to life in an engaging performance.
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Hotcake Hustle 10K, 5K and Fun Run
8 AM – 2 PM — Red Tail Pavilion — Entry fees vary — Kick off your racing season with family fun and delicious hotcakes post-run.
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A Year with Frog and Toad KIDS
6:15-9:15 p.m. — North Texas Performing Arts — No cost info available — Delight in the whimsical friendship of Frog and Toad through fun-filled seasonal adventures.
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K-POP WARRIORS Live Show
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Plano Event Center — All ages welcome — Experience a thrilling live showcase of K-Pop music and vibrant dance performances.
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Frozen KIDS
6:30 p.m. (Thurs, Fri), 1:30 & 6:30 p.m. (Sat), 1:30 p.m. (Sun) — North Texas Performing Arts — Tickets required — Experience the beloved characters of Frozen in this enchanting musical adaptation for young performers.
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Saturday LIVE DayTime Vibes
4-10 p.m. — Sambuca 360 Live — Free admission before 7 p.m. with valid RSVP — Enjoy live bands and a dope DJ for a mature party experience every Saturday.
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The Sound of Music
7:00 p.m. — North Texas Performing Arts (Willow Bend Center of the Arts) — Ticket prices vary — Experience the timeless story of Maria and the von Trapp family set against the backdrop of historical events.
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Plano Pacers Fresh Start
8 AM — Windhaven Meadows Park — Free entry — Participate in a family-friendly trail run with the Plano Pacers Running club.
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Couples Cook: Beef Wellington Class
6:30-9 p.m. — Central Market — Tickets priced per person — Create a stunning meal starting with a salad and finishing with dessert while enjoying a class of wine.
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Spinderella's Comedy Jam
7-8:30 p.m. — Mic Drop Comedy — No refunds or exchanges — Enjoy a lively mix of laughter and music with iconic DJ Spinderella and her favorite comedians.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Yesterday I was clever, so I wanted to change the world. Today I am wise, so I am changing myself.
~ Rumi
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