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Cheers Plano! We're back, helping you stay up to date with what's happening. Let's take on the day together! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • See which Plano neighborhoods just gained new on-demand DART rides.
  • Which Plano festivals and concerts are worth adding to your calendar?

Also on today's calendar: Turn Off, Tune In: Freedom from Digital Distractions and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call a paper airplane that can't fly? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Warm with plenty of sunshine, with a high of 89 and low of 64 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Thursday: Warm; partly sunny, then hazy, temps: high: 89, low: 65.
  • Friday: Sunny and very warm, with a high of 89 and low of 68 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• DART's GoLink service expands in Plano. Here's where riders can go (dallasnews.com) — DART has expanded its GoLink on-demand transit zone in southwest Plano, adding easier access to spots like The Shops at Willow Bend, Arbor Hills Nature Preserve, and Legacy West. The agency now serves eight GoLink zones in the city, aiming to boost mobility for hundreds more daily riders connecting to key stations, Collin College, and major job centers.
   

• Love & War Archives (planomagazine.com) — Plano residents have a packed calendar of concerts, festivals, markets, and family events this month at familiar spots like Haggard Park, Downtown Plano Arts District, Legacy Hall, and Plano Event Center. From North Texas Pride and the Plano Balloon Festival to comedy shows, theater, and fun runs, there are options for live music lovers, families, and anyone eager to explore the city's venues.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Park Place Dealerships Launches 6th Annual Season of Giving for Nonprofits —Carolyn Alvey Read on Patch
  • Ken Parsons with Ken Tex Home Handyman services came today and did a list of items for me.
    He installed a new tub faucet and handles for me. A new toilet and cabinet above the toilet and repaired a toilet seat for me in the other bathroom… (Nextdoor Whiffletree Villas)
  • Here are some better quality pictures of our lost furry friend.
    He is also wearing a yellow collar. If you know or recognize this cat please reach out! From Bell Gateway Village (Nextdoor Gateway)
  • Conduent, Inc. posted a job opening for Mailroom Processor in Plano. Apply here.
  • Cracker Barrel Old Country Store posted a job opening for Server in Plano. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Plano here.

🗞 Nearby News

Allen

  • A-Rated Schools in Allen ISD (dfwchild.com)
  • Irvin Lynn Barrett: 2026 Collin County Justice of the Peace Precinct 3 Candidate (tx3dnews.com)
  • Evanston Man Charged After Oakton Hit-And-Run Seriously Injures Pedestrian (patch.com)

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Ok Plano! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What do you call a paper airplane that can't fly?" — Stationary (Thank you David H. for sending it in!)
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