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Saturday, May 16th, 2026
Good morning, Plano. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 16th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Plano’s new on-demand transit service provided more than 300 rides in its first week and earned a 98.1% five-star rating, offering older adults + Legacy West riders an added option. Plano Star Courier
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ During the 2025-26 school year, the Reading Rallies program recognized over 1,000 Plano students for improving their reading skills at local schools. NBC DFW
- ➤ High school seniors Shiven Velagapudi and Aadi Sanghvi built Hand Wave — an AI app that translates sign language in real time using smart glasses — from their home office. They say the project will help the ASL community and plan to develop a prototype with additional funding. NBC DFW
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Melissa and Guyer's softball teams advanced to the state semifinals after Melissa secured its third straight regional championship with a run-rule win over Prosper Walnut Grove in a playoff game in Plano. The Dallas Morning News
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Billy Sorrells Live Comedy Show
8:30-10:00 p.m. — Mic Drop Comedy — Ticket required — Enjoy a night of laughter with the illustrious comedian and content creator Billy Sorrells.
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Texas Funny Contest 2026
7:30-9 p.m. — Mic Drop Comedy — Free entry — Witness the funniest comedians compete for a chance to win $1000 in cash prizes.
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Ahmed Ahmed Comedy Show
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Mic Drop Comedy — Ticket prices vary — Catch the multi-talented Ahmed Ahmed live as he brings his unique comedic style to Plano.
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Stars On Ice Tour 2026
7-10 PM — Credit Union of Texas Event Center — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate America's skating superstars at this thrilling pre-Olympic show featuring top figure skaters.
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CHILL Act Expo
10 AM - 3 PM — Plano Event Center — Free admission — Discover sensory-friendly activities and services at America's largest neurodiversity kids' activity expo.
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Yappy Hour
11 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Legacy Hall — Free entry — A dog-friendly day with drink specials and fun activities for you and your furry friends.
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Texas Funny 2026 Finale
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Mic Drop Comedy — $1,000 prize — Watch as the top six comics battle to be crowned the funniest in Texas during this thrilling contest.
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Dope City Comedy Tour with Matt Bellak and Tim Hanlon
7-8:30 p.m. — Mic Drop Comedy — Ticket required — Enjoy a night of laughs with two nationally touring headliners from Amazon and Hulu.
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Ceci Ceci Concert
6-8 p.m. — Legacy Hall, Plano, TX — Free entry — Experience the captivating performance of Nicaraguan–Ecuadorian singer-songwriter Ceci Ceci in a celebration of local music.
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The Sound of Music
7:15 p.m. — North Texas Performing Arts (Willow Bend Center of the Arts) — Ticket costs vary — Experience the beloved musical filled with enchanting music and heartwarming moments.
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