Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of September.
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🏘️ Community
Plano teen Nathan Tan was awarded the 2026 Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes for his work fighting air pollution in Dallas.
His nonprofit Shared Skies Initiative built a machine-learning model and distributed air filters, masks, and bilingual materials to local schools — making him one of two Texas winners.
💼 Business
Canadian sports programming company Sportball will launch its first corporate U.S. location in Plano this fall with a pilot season starting Oct.
10. The programs at Liberty Recreation Center, Plano Day School, and Little Marvels Montessori will offer classes for children ages 16 months to 5 years.
Trader Joe's is set to open a 12,526 sqft store at Preston Road and Spring Creek Parkway.
Construction will begin Dec. 1 and finish by June 1 next year in a Promontory development (anchored by Kohl’s, Chase Bank and an apartment complex).
🎭 Culture
North Texas Pride Festival returns to the ArtCentre of Plano on Oct.
10 from noon to 5 p.m. The family-friendly event features vendor booths, food + live music, dancing, and a VIP upgrade option for adults, with admission set at $10 and free entry for children.
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