Good morning, Plano.

Richardson police Sgt. Kelly Pagel—who joined officers nationwide—carried the Flame of Hope into the Special Olympics USA Games opening ceremonies in Minneapolis from June 20 through June 26.

The torch run supports inclusion and benefits Special Olympics Texas.

Yum! Brands is selling Plano-based Pizza Hut — excluding its Mainland China holdings — to LongRange Capital for $1.5 billion, with the deal expected to close in the third quarter.

The sale will position the iconic brand for future growth as noted by CEO Chris Turner.

At the recent SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference in Atlanta, two Plano West Senior High School students and five Collin College students won medals in audio production, graphic communication, photography, and technical computer applications — showcasing local talent in career and technical education.

Journalist Amy Martin’s guidebook Wild DFW highlights hidden nature spots including the Ned and Genie Fritz Texas Buckeye Trail near downtown Dallas.

The book covers local gems from Blackland Prairie east of Dallas to Fort Worth Prairie in the metroplex — offering a fresh look at North Texas ecosystems.

Waterloo - ABBA Tribute

8-11 p.m. — Legacy Hall — Ticket packages available — Relive the magic of ABBA with iconic hits and non-stop dancing.

Plano Pacers Millet Mile & Ken Ashby 5K

Expected time range — Plano, Texas — Entry fee varies — Participate in a community race featuring miles of excitement and family-friendly activities.

West Side Story

2:30 – 5:30 PM — North Texas Performing Arts (Willow Bend Center of the Arts) — Ticket prices vary — Experience the award-winning NTPA Repertory Theatre's inspiring take on a Broadway classic.

Plano's All-American 4th Celebration

6-10 p.m. — Collin College Plano Campus Bookstore — Food and drinks for purchase — Celebrate Independence Day with free games and a grand finale fireworks show.

Comedy Night with Brandon Rainwater

6-9 p.m. — Mic Drop Comedy — Fee applies — Enjoy a night of clean, relatable humor with comedian Brandon Rainwater, who's taking the comedy scene by storm.

Adventures In Art Camp for Kids

2-5 p.m. — Carpenter Park Recreation Center — Supplies included — A fine art camp teaching realistic painting and drawing techniques to young artists aged 6-14.

Chris Kattan Live

7-10 p.m. — Mic Drop Comedy — Check event page for ticket info — Enjoy a night of laughter with iconic SNL star Chris Kattan.

Chris Kattan Stand-Up Comedy Show

8:30 – 10:00 PM — Mic Drop Comedy — Ticket fee applies — Enjoy a night of laughter with SNL's Chris Kattan performing his stand-up routine.

Frozen KIDS - Musical

2:30-5:30 p.m. — Courtyard Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of Disney's Frozen in this delightful musical designed for kids.

Love & War In Texas with The Lowdown Drifters

6:30-11 p.m. — Love & War in Texas — Cost not specified — Enjoy an evening of music inspired by roots and rock traditions.