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Plano
Tuesday, August 5th, 2025
Good morning, Plano. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 5th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Two injured children from Gaza arrived at DFW Airport on Sunday, where community members cheered their arrival. Zuhair (7), who lost part of his arm in an airstrike, and 14-year-old Anwar, who suffered a lower limb amputation while fleeing an explosion, will receive treatment at local hospitals as part of a larger evacuation of 11 children by HEAL Palestine. NBC DFW
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Texas will offer a tax free weekend for back-to-school shopping from Aug. 8th to Aug. 10th, and Plano shoppers can buy clothing, school supplies and more without paying sales tax — the program helps families lower costs. Plano Star Courier
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Blood Testing Health Fair
1-3 p.m. — 6832 Coit Rd, Plano, TX — $94.99 for a comprehensive test panel — Access a wide range of blood tests without the need for a doctor's order or insurance.
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Nephrology Business Leadership Program
All day — Hilton Dallas/Plano Granite Park — Registration required — Enhance your nephrology career with business insights and networking opportunities.
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Hunger Games Trivia Night
7-9 p.m. — PINSTACK — Free to play — Test your knowledge of the Hunger Games while enjoying themed drinks and prizes.
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Summer Sizzler 5k/10k/15k
7-11 a.m. — Red Tail Pavilion — Great swag — Enjoy a summer morning of fitness and fun with family-friendly races.
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Sunday Vegan Lunch at Vegan Vibrationz
12-2 p.m. — Legacy Hall — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant gathering of vegans and curious foodies over delicious vegan meals.
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August Book Club: Kings of Ashes
6-7:30 p.m. — Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea — Free entry — Dive into a gritty thriller and share your thoughts over coffee.
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Kanton Teen & The Penny Pickers with Special Guest Peddletrain
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Love & War in Texas — Support local artists — Get ready for an energetic evening of music and dance with Kanton Teen and The Penny Pickers.
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It’s Almost Fall Y’all Brunch
11 AM – 1 PM — The Original Pancake House — Cost not specified — A friendly brunch for single seniors looking to connect over shared interests and companionship.
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