Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 5th of August.
Good morning, Plano.
Diggers Cove, an indoor sensory sand playground featuring silica-free, non-toxic sand and interactive play zones, opens this month at 7200 Independence Parkway in West Plano to offer a calm space for kids and parents—no reservations are needed.
Habitat Plants + Coffee has opened in West Plano at Preston Towne Crossing, offering live plants, pots and a coffee shop serving signature drinks like the Natural Habitat Latte.
The store is open Sunday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Friday to Saturday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Goodwill will open its new store on Aug.
13 at 3000 McDermott Road — repurposing the former Walgreens into a small-format shop that creates 70 jobs and serves 300,000 customers yearly. The store will operate 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday.
On Tuesday night, the Westlake Planning and Zoning Commission approved a proposed data center in Westlake despite strong concerns from Keller locals about its proximity to homes, with the developer promising landscaped buffers to reduce noise.
DFW Restaurant Week is back in Plano & offers residents a chance to enjoy special dining experiences while supporting a local cause.
Check online for more details and participation information.
Pluckers Wing Bar & Golden Corral are offering back-to-school deals that include free or low-cost meals for kids throughout August.
Families can enjoy budget-friendly dining as they start the school year.
FC Dallas is preparing for an updated Leagues Cup that will send teams to Mexico for the first time as the MLS-Liga MX rivalry evolves; the tournament returns after past criticisms of paused league play and fairness issues.
Y2K Band Live Performance
8 p.m. — The Lexus Box Garden at Legacy Hall — Various ticket options available — Experience an electrifying throwback to the 2000s with the ultimate party band, Y2K Band!
Straight Tequila Night - A Tribute to 90's Country
7-9 p.m. — Legacy Hall — Various ticket packages available — Dance under the stars to your favorite 90's country hits.
Disney's Frozen - Repertory Performance
7:30-10:30 p.m. — North Texas Performing Arts (Willow Bend Center of the Arts) — Ticketed event — Experience the magic of Disney's Frozen brought to life by talented performers.
Disney's Frozen: The Broadway Musical
2:30 PM — North Texas Performing Arts (Willow Bend Center of the Arts) — Tickets required — Experience the enchanting musical adaptation of Disney's beloved film with stunning performances and production quality.
Disney's Frozen - Repertory Theatre
2:30-5:30 p.m. — North Texas Performing Arts (Willow Bend Center of the Arts) — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of Frozen in a professional-quality performance perfect for the whole family.
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