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Friday, October 31st, 2025
Good morning, Plano. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 31st of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Food banks across Texas are stepping up emergency help as the government shutdown enters its fourth week — SNAP benefits will be delayed starting November 1 — leaving many federal workers and armed service members at risk. In North Texas, the Food Bank and its 500 partner pantries are preparing to serve families and urge neighbors to donate amid rising food costs. NBC DFW
- ➤ Every Friday, AmeriCorps volunteers known as Plain-O Helpers visit older adults in Plano to perform tasks like changing light bulbs and installing grab bars—The Senior Source coordinates the RSVP program that logged over 1,600 home projects in the past year and now has a growing waiting list. Plano Magazine
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Plano police released bodycam footage showing officers arriving after a pet monkey swung from Spirit Halloween store rafters on October 30th and finding the owner carrying the animal, who calmed it with a cookie and was warned to keep it leashed+ to prevent further public disturbances. FOX 4 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Collin College celebrated 40 years since opening in 1985 when local leaders brought higher education to the county — it now serves tens of thousands on 11 campuses. The college offers five bachelor’s degrees, technical programs and strong athletic teams that help shape the local workforce. Plano Magazine
- ➤ Tejasvi Manoj, a 16-year-old from Plano, was named TIME’s Kid of the Year for 2025 for creating a website to help older adults avoid online scams. Her project—Shield Seniors, which began after her grandfather nearly fell for a scam—will lead to a TEDx talk, a Congressional App Challenge honor and a guest spot in the Plano Holiday Parade on Dec. 13. Plano Magazine
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The North Texas Wildlife Center is moving its animal rehabilitation facility from a Plano neighborhood because increased foot traffic made the current location unsuitable. The center met its $250,000 fundraising goal and is finalizing loan papers for a new facility — plans include rebuilding windows and enclosures to better care for injured wildlife. Plano Magazine
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ The Gift Guide marks its 10th season of giving by offering a list of gifts from local stores for food lovers, fashion fans, hobbyists, and homebodies—featuring choices that range from under $10 to over $8,000. The guide helps shoppers find a thoughtful gift that fits any budget. Plano Magazine
- ➤ Flamant opened at Shops at Legacy North to offer Mediterranean-inspired dishes in a casual setting — the menu features an all-you-can-eat brunch, wood-fired grill, and specialty cocktails. The Walkabout Hospitality team hopes the new bistro gives Plano guests a taste of Europe drawn from Spain and France. Plano Magazine
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A Plano apartment complex gave its tenants only a few days' notice to move—forcing many residents to search quickly for new housing. Management has not yet explained the short notice and local officials are reviewing the matter. NBC DFW
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Volleyball stars from Mansfield, Hebron, Allen and Plano were named to the U.S. under-17 national team and are training at the Olympic and Paralympic Training Center in Colorado Springs through Saturday, meaning players like MC Crutcher, Taylor Johnson and Maya Ogbogu will miss their teams’ playoff openers — a change that challenges local coaches ahead of UIL games. The Dallas Morning News
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Jesus Trejo Live Comedy Show
7:00 – 8:30 PM — Mic Drop Comedy — Ticket required — Enjoy an evening of laughter with comedian Jesus Trejo fresh off his Showtime special.
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Writers' Group at Cafe Bohemia
7:30-9 p.m. — Cafe Bohemia — Free entry — Share your creative work in a relaxed and open-minded community setting.
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Plano Ghost Walk
7:15-8:45 p.m. — Mic Drop Comedy — Ticketed event — Explore Plano's haunted past with professional comedians in a mix of eerie tales and humor.
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Plano Comedy Festival featuring Ashley Gutermuth
4-8 p.m. — Mic Drop Comedy — Ticketed event — Experience a night of laughter with renowned comedian Ashley Gutermuth at North Texas's largest comedy festival.
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Plano Comedy Festival: Best of Fest Comedy Brunch
1-2:30 p.m. — Mic Drop Comedy — Ages 21+ — Experience a unique brunch featuring standout comedians, headlined by the Emmy-award winner Linda Stogner.
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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 supportive and creative space.
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Charlie Mac Comedy Show
7-8:30 p.m. — Mic Drop Comedy — Ticketed event — Enjoy sharp wit and relatable humor from rising comedy star Charlie Mac.
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Bart Crow Concert
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Love & War in Texas — Purchase tickets — Enjoy an evening with Bart Crow performing live.
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Stand-Up Comedy with Tom Filline
3-6 p.m. — Mic Drop Comedy — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy high-energy humor from a former PE teacher turned stand-up comedian and viral content creator.
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Jack Grady Comedy Magic Show
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Mic Drop Comedy — Ticket purchase required — Experience the unique blend of boxing and comedy magic from the record holder of America's Got Talent for fastest loss.
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