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Plano
Thursday, September 18th, 2025
Good morning, Plano. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 18th of September.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ New cafes and restaurants have opened in Collin County, with Musume in Frisco and Pinkitzel in McKinney already serving diners while La La Land Cafe plans to open in November. In Plano, Palmieri Cafe will open Sept. 20 at 2024 W. 15th St and Flying Fish will soon start at 4032 Preston Road—Hattie B’s Hot Chicken is set to open in late spring or early summer 2026—adding more local dining choices. The Dallas Morning News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ At a September board meeting, Plano ISD honored three PACE program fifth graders who managed hypothetical investments and wrote about their future dreams in the national InvestWrite contest—recognizing their outstanding achievement. Plano Star Courier
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Plano will raise water, sewer, and solid waste rates on Oct. 1—rising costs force a $15 monthly increase on the average resident’s bill. Plano Star Courier
- ➤ Plano will honor former Mayor Harry LaRosiliere with the Key to the City on Oct. 9 to celebrate his legacy—LaRosiliere served as Plano’s first Black mayor from 2013 to 2021. Plano Star Courier
- ➤ Today, Plano became the first city in Texas to implement a 24/72 firefighter schedule that cuts on-duty time by 25% — boosting firefighters' well-being and service levels. Plano Star Courier
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Jessica Gomez said Latino families face big challenges in getting mental health help because of stigma and immigration fears—she works to improve care by encouraging more Latino psychologists so families can talk freely about their struggles. NBC DFW
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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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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.
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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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Writers' Group at Cafe Bohemia
7:30-9 p.m. — Cafe Bohemia — Free entry — Share and celebrate your creative writing in a supportive community atmosphere.
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SecureWorld Dallas 2025
6-10 p.m. — Plano Event Center — $75 discount with code WICYSSWC2 — Connect with InfoSec professionals and gather insights from industry leaders at this informative session.
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