Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 14th of September.
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🏘️ Community
The 2025 Plano Holiday Parade—presented by the Rotary Clubs of Plano—will feature a western theme with cowboy hats trimmed in tinsel, boots full of candy canes and cacti strung with twinkle lights on Saturday, December 13.
Organizers said those wishing to decorate floats can sign up online until Nov. 22.
💼 Business
PepsiCo’s research and development team in Plano is testing new recipes for Doritos and Cheetos that use natural vegetable dyes like beets, radishes, paprika, annatto and turmeric instead of artificial dyes—and early consumer tests have shown promising results.
The company plans to apply similar changes to its Lay’s and Tostitos chips by the end of the year.
🏛️ Government
Dallas Area Rapid Transit will open its new Silver Line on Oct.
25th to connect Plano, Richardson, Dallas, Addison, Carrollton, Coppell, Grapevine and DFW International Airport. The transit agency will offer free rides on the Silver Line until Nov. 8th and host festivities at selected stations—live music, cultural performances and family programming.
Plano City Council approved a property tax rate increase from 41.76 cents to 43.76 cents, marking the first hike in 16 years.
City leaders said the measure was needed to boost emergency funds and address a shrinking tax base—challenges driven by an aging housing stock.
🎉 Plano Events
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Fall Plano Train Show
10 AM to 5 PM — Plano Event Center — Great bargains on train-related items — Explore the annual showcase of model trains and related merchandise.
Annie Jr Performance
2:30-5:30 p.m. — Courtyard Theater — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a delightful adaptation of the classic tale of Annie in a lively theater setting.
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