Friday, April 25th, 2025

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Good morning, Plano. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 25th of April.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Plano ISD announced 14 students were named recipients of corporate-sponsored National Merit Scholarships — awards that honor academic excellence — as part of the 2025 program. Plano Star Courier
- ➤ After two years of legal battles, the TEA released the 2023 accountability ratings for North Texas school districts including Dallas, Arlington and Fort Worth—each saw lower grades. The ratings, based on test scores and student growth, will be followed by new 2025 scores in August—state lawmakers recently passed a bill to limit future legal challenges. FOX 4 News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Dallas-Fort Worth offers six Mother's Day events that include comedy shows, brunch, train rides and markets from May 9 to May 11. Plano residents can attend Comedy Moms at Mic Drop Comedy on May 11 from 6 to 7:45 p.m.—tickets cost between $15 and $30. KERA
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Mr. Phillip Lindsay's Inspiring Talks
3:00-4:30 p.m. — Mic Drop Comedy Plano — Ticket required — Experience humor and storytelling from a dedicated special education math teacher promoting strong connections.
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Pizza & Beer Family Cooking Class
11 AM – 1 PM — Central Market — Ticket required — Learn to make pizza from scratch with your kids and indulge in delicious cannoli.
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Python for Scientists Training
Training class — April 28th - May 2nd — Elite Prep — $2090 — Enhance your Python skills specifically for scientific applications.
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Italian Fresh Pasta Making Class
11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. — Central Market — Check website for pricing — Master the art of fresh pasta and complementary sauces in a hands-on cooking experience.
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You Can Paint Workshop
1-2:30 p.m. — Carpenter Park Recreation Center — Supplies included — Create stunning oil paintings with ease in a fun, beginner-friendly class.
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Get Booked ... And Re-Booked Workshop
10:30-11:30 a.m. — Mic Drop Comedy Plano — Email inquiries required — Learn the unwritten rules of getting booked at comedy clubs with insights from industry pro Cory Michaelis.
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Meet Yuki Kaji at Foodie Anime Fest
11:00–11:30 a.m. — Mitsuwa Marketplace - Texas Plano — $10 for front row seats — Experience an exclusive talk show and autograph session with the voice of Eren Yeager from Attack on Titan.
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Texas Flood at Love and War
4-7 p.m. — Love & War in Texas — Enjoy authentic Texas cuisine with live music from local artists in a welcoming atmosphere.
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Kel Perez: Stand-Up Comedy Show
7:30-9 p.m. — Mic Drop Comedy — No refunds or exchanges — Enjoy a night of laughter with viral sensation Kel Perez as he shares his unique comedic perspective.
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That Mexican OT Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — Legacy Hall — General admission available — Enjoy a lively performance by That Mexican OT with special guests and a variety of food options on site.
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