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Plano
Saturday, November 1st, 2025
Good morning, Plano. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 1st of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ As the government shutdown continues, North Texans face rising concerns that SNAP benefits will end—food banks, nonprofits, churches and restaurants are stepping in with food pantries, mobile distributions and donation drives to support families in need. Community groups have set specific schedules for assistance, including Concord Church’s distribution today from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and Dallas College pantries operating on Fridays. NBC DFW
- ➤ North Texas Wildlife Center has found a new home in Plano after the city said it must leave its residential area four months ago—Rebecca Hamlin said the center will renovate the new facility and complete the move by Feb. 1, 2026. FOX 4 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Plano singer Lauren Moore, a co-founder of Catholic Music Initiative, battled Guillain—Barré syndrome after a severe bout with the flu and endured months of hospital care and intensive rehab; she will return to the stage on November 4 at The Meyerson Symphony Center to mark her remarkable comeback. NBC DFW
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Two Plano East seniors, Ananya Nagendra and Kareem Hassanien, were named 2026 Coca-Cola Scholars semifinalists from over 107,000 applicants—showing a competitive 1.12% success rate. Plano Star Courier
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Dallas Stars are studying a 107-acre mall site in Plano for a future hockey arena; if they leave the American Airlines Center when their lease expires in 2031, construction could start in 2028 or 2029 to be ready for the 2031—32 season. The Shops at Willow Bend faces redevelopment challenges as major stores close and local officials evaluate transit plans for the area. The Dallas Morning News
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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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Writers' Group at Cafe Bohemia
7:30-9 p.m. — Cafe Bohemia — Free entry — Share your creative writing in a relaxed, open-minded environment without fear of judgment.
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~ James Clear
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