Monday, August 25th, 2025
Good morning, Plano. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 25th of August.
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ NBC 5's Pat Doney previewed North Texas high school football season on August 24th by examining local 6A teams and discussing key matchups—details that set the tone for a season that will engage community sports fans. His report showed how these teams are preparing for a meaningful competition ahead. NBC DFW
- ➤ Rowdy Tellez and Joc Pederson homered while Merrill Kelly pitched seven strong innings as the Rangers beat the Cleveland Guardians 5-0 on Sunday. The sweep boosted Texas to three straight wins — a run that put the team back at a balanced 66-66 record. NBC DFW
- ➤ Veronica Burton led the Golden State Valkyries to a 90—81 win over Dallas on Sunday with 25 points, 13 assists and four blocks, ending Dallas's five-game losing streak. Golden State snapped a three-game skid and now holds a one-game lead over the Sparks for the final playoff spot, and it will host Washington on Saturday. NBC DFW
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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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Water Lantern Festival
6-10 p.m. — Haggard Park — Ticket prices vary — Experience a magical night filled with food, music, and thousands of glowing lanterns.
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DFW's Last Comic Standing Semi-Finals
6-9 p.m. — Sambuca 360 Live — Ticket prices vary — Laugh until your sides hurt as DFW's funniest comedians battle it out in the semi-finals of Last Comic Standing!
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Exhibiting 101 Workshop
12:30-5:00 PM — The Shops at Willow Bend — $99 per person — Learn to activate your brand and generate leads effectively.
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Writers' Group at Cafe Bohemia
7:30-9 p.m. — Cafe Bohemia — Free entry — Share your creative writing in a supportive and relaxed environment every Wednesday night.
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The New York Bee Gees Tribute Show
7:30-11:30 p.m. — The Lexus Box Garden at Legacy Hall — Ticket packages available — Experience the most extravagant Bee Gees show with classic 70s disco hits and stunning production.
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Hope Spring Pickleball Tournament
2-6 p.m. — Pickleball Kingdom Plano — Ticket includes meal — Enjoy friendly competition and community connection while supporting foster families.
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Urban Trivia Game Night
5-11 p.m. — The Lexus Box Garden at Legacy Hall — Ticket packages available — Gather for a fun-filled evening of trivia focused on black culture with prizes at stake.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Buy your winter clothes in summer and summer clothes in winter.
~ Benjamin Graham
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