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Thursday, April 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Plano. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 2nd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A Plano scout built a pet food pantry to help North Texas families facing a pet food shortage. HSDC is now asking for donations to keep the pantry stocked. Plano Star Courier
- ➤ The 13th Annual Bustin for Badges Clay Shoot will be held from Apr. 29 to May 1 at Windwalker Farms to support local law enforcement agencies, and Plano residents are invited to join in this community event. Plano Star Courier
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The beloved North Texas ice cream shop Tongue in Cheek is set to open its second Plano location this month (its fourth across the region) as it expands its local presence. The Dallas Morning News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Freshnez Kitchen now offers a fusion of Nigerian cuisine + Texas barbecue at its Plano location, giving locals a chance to try a unique blend of flavors. The restaurant plans to showcase the new menu later this week. NBC DFW
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Hope Run For Hunger 5K
7:30 AM – 12:30 PM — Windhaven Meadows Park — Adults $60, Kids $30, Family of 4 $99 — A community run supporting The Source of Hope with an Easter Egg Hunt and family activities.
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Open Mic Night at Local Good Coffee Co.
6-8 p.m. — Local Good Coffee Co. — Free entry — Showcase your talents in music, poetry, or spoken word at this welcoming community event.
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Taylor Swift Tribute | Reputation
6-8 p.m. — Legacy Hall — Ticket packages available — Celebrate Taylor Swift’s hits with the ultimate tribute experience.
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Plano History Walk: Legacy Steps
3-5 p.m. — Mic Drop Comedy — Ticket required — Explore Plano's hidden historical gems with humor and heart on a guided walking tour.
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Steve Brown: A Night of Comedy
7:30-9 p.m. — Mic Drop Comedy — Ages 21+ — Experience the high-energy wit of one of comedy's rising stars, Steve Brown!
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LA Galaxy at FC Dallas
7:30–8:30 p.m. — Toyota Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Get ready for a thrilling Major League Soccer match as FC Dallas takes on LA Galaxy.
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Tim Shropshire Stand-Up Comedy Show
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Mic Drop Comedy — Tickets available — Experience a night of clean humor with the dynamic comedian Tim Shropshire.
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2026 GPA Midstream Technical Conference
April 21-23 — Hilton Dallas/Plano Granite Park — Check event page for pricing — Engage with leaders in the oil and gas industry for networking and knowledge sharing.
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Peter Pan JR - Frisco
7:00 p.m. — North Texas Performing Arts (Willow Bend Center of the Arts) — Ticket prices vary — Embark on a magical adventure with Peter Pan, Tinkerbell, and the Darling children as they face pirates and explore Neverland.
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Autumn Ragland Live Music Show
6:30-11 p.m. — Love & War in Texas — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of live music with Autumn Ragland in a vibrant Texas venue.
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