Friday, September 12th, 2025
Good morning, Plano. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 12th of September.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Eric Benavides of Plano-based Fornidos showcased his company’s innovative building components at HUD’s Innovative Housing Showcase on the National Mall this week. The company, which can assemble a house in three days, is raising Series A funding and will build a Dallas-area factory by the end of the year — a move aimed at supplying more affordable housing options. The Dallas Morning News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Conservative activist Charlie Kirk was fatally shot in Utah on Wednesday, and local faith leaders in Plano and beyond condemned the killing — calling him a fearless defender of faith — while urging that no political disagreement justifies such violence. The Dallas Morning News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Plano plastic surgeon Ron Friedman premieres his new musical cleaVage during National Breast Cancer Awareness Month at The Colony’s Lakewood Community Theatre—performances run on Fridays and Saturdays from Oct. 3 through Oct. 19 while proceeds support Women Rock, Inc. Plano Magazine
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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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Writers' Group at Cafe Bohemia
7:30-9 p.m. — Cafe Bohemia — Free entry — Share your stories and poems in a relaxed, creative environment without fear of judgment.
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Dallas Burrow Live Performance
7-11 p.m. — The Lexus Box Garden at Legacy Hall — Tickets available — Experience the soulful Americana sounds of Dallas Burrow in an intimate setting.
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Def Leggend Tribute Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — Legacy Hall — Ticket packages available — Experience the electrifying tribute to Def Leppard that takes you back to your youth.
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Free Math Trial Classes for Grades 1-4
1:00-2:30 p.m. — Kidz Camp Montessori Preschool — Free entry — Engage in fun math and logical thinking activities with small group sessions.
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Coffee and Cake Cooking Class
11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. — Central Market — Pricing per person — Learn to create delicious German pastries while enjoying coffee and cake.
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Riches in the Niches Workshop
10-11 a.m. — Republic Title of Texas, Inc. — $10 in person | $15 via Zoom — Explore niche marketing strategies and leverage AI for your business success.
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Jack Jr. Comedy Show
7:30-9 p.m. — Mic Drop Comedy — Ticket required — Enjoy a night of laughter with comedian Jack Assadourian, known for his unique multicultural perspective.
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Jim Lauderdale Live
8-9:30 p.m. — Love & War in Texas — Tickets required — Experience the tunes of two-time Grammy winner Jim Lauderdale, a master songwriter and performer.
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