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Swifties, Eat Up: Legacy Hall To Host a Taylor Swift-Themed Brunch for New Album

By Danielle Beller
Apr 11, 2024

There will (probably) be "glitter on the floor after the party."
Dallas Council Member: Other Cities Could Do More to Address Homelessness

By Jacob Vaughn
Mar 27, 2024

Cara Mendelsohn said this week that neighboring cities aren't doing enough to tackle North Texas homelessness.
First Look: Enzo's Deli & Imports Brings Sandwiches and Italian Goodies to Plano

By Hank Vaughn
Jan 23, 2024

Enzo's Deli & Imports offers freshly made Italian deli sandwiches as well as fresh pastas, sauces and imported Italian goods, and it's connected to a wine bar to boot.
Who is The Jellyfish Man? Actor Adam Hagenbuch and Director Ben Davis Made a Surreal Short Film

By Danny Gallagher
Dec 27, 2023

A new local short film explores the conundrum of suburban life through the eyes of someone experiencing it for the first time.
First Look: We Try Some Tapas at Sangria y Cerveza

By Hank Vaughn
Dec 18, 2023

Sangria y Cerveza in Plano promises tapas, beer, cocktails and tequila with a Mexican and Mediterranean twist.
A Plano Church Gets Roasted for Its Really Extra Christmas Show

By Danny Gallagher
Dec 13, 2023

Footage of the holiday production at Prestonwood Baptist Church of Plano has caught the internet's attention thanks to acrobats, a cast in the hundreds and live animals on stage.
Plano Cracks Down on Illicit Massage Parlors

By Jacob Vaughn
Nov 30, 2023

Plano police say a local business has been dabbling in prostitution after finding some graphic online reviews of the alleged sex workers.
Sorry, But We're Spilling the Beans on Lima Taverna

By Hank Vaughn
Oct 23, 2023

Lima Taverna is a Peruvian restaurant in Plano with a dedicated following who want the place to succeed and be appreciated by more people while wanting to keep it to themselves.
Former American Idol Contestant Ron Bultongez Takes Plea Deal for Child Sexual Assault Charge

By Danny Gallagher
Jun 30, 2023

A singer and musician from Plano who competed on the 16th season of the music reality show "American Idol" accepted a plea charge on a sexual assault charge.
History and Culture Bring Perspective to Turan Uyghur Kitchen's Soft Opening

By Hank Vaughn
May 24, 2023

We recently tried samsa and amazing chicken at Turan Uyghur Kitchen in Plano, which serves Uyghur cuisine from China.
Fiery Chicken Nashville Is Yet Another Dallas Hot Chicken Destination

By Nick Reynolds
May 23, 2023

There are a lot of Nashville Hot chicken restaurants around Dallas. As such, competition is stiff.
First Look: The New Spot Steam Dumpling Offers a Bland Name but Flavorful Food

By Hank Vaughn
May 19, 2023

Steam Dumpling has taken up residence at the location that used to house Taste of Peking. We lose the noodle pulling floor show but gain some delectable treats such as the beef roll pancake.
Sakhuu Thai Cuisine: A Classy Cheeky Lunch Experience

By Hank Vaughn
Apr 20, 2023

We decided to try out the lunch specials at the newest Sakhuu Thai Cuisine location at Legacy North, and found some classy cheeky goodness.
CraftWay Kitchen in Plano: Slightly Elevated, Affordable Dining

By Hank Vaughn
Apr 18, 2023

We recently tried CraftWay Kitchen in Plano for a frozen old fashioned and grilled cheese that did not disappoint
Everest Brings Nepali and Indian Cuisine to Plano

By Hank Vaughn
Apr 13, 2023

Everest, with locations in Plano and Irving, offers some traditional Nepali food as well as popular Indian dishes. We came for the momo but stayed for the choila.
The Satanic Hotel in Plano Was Just a Joke That Got Out of Control

By Danny Gallagher
Feb 28, 2023

You're probably hearing a weird mix of groaning disappointment and satisfied phews right now. These two sounds usually aren't heard together in such large numbers at the same time since Jake Paul announced he'd pursue a second career of getting punched in the face for a living.
First Look: Edmond's Burgers & More, a Welcomed Addition to the North Texas Burger Scene

By Hank Vaughn
Dec 28, 2022

Edmond's Burgers & More recently opened up at the old JC Burger location in Plano and offer up a menu full of good burgers, sandwiches, wings and wraps.
Try Tapas and Sangria at Bulla Gastrobar for a Spanish Treat

By Hank Vaughn
Sep 22, 2022

We discovered a really good tapas restaurant in Plano during this year's Restaurant Week and will definitely be back to sample their regular menu.
Plano High School Students Take Action Against Restaurant Food Waste and Hunger

By Danielle Zachariah
Jul 27, 2022

For four Plano East Senior High School students, what started as a school project turned into a step toward decreasing the amount of food waste by helping those who need it most.
Operation DisrupTor: Plano Man Sentenced as Feds Target Dark Web Drug Dealers

By Jacob Vaughn
Aug 30, 2021

Aaron Brewer was just one of 179 people swept up by Operation DisrupTor in September last year.
Trouble in Dallas: The 911 Call Center Still Facing a Staff Shortage

By Jacob Vaughn
Jul 10, 2021

Exacerbated by the pandemic, continued staffing shortages at DPD caused by non-competitive pay and attrition led to falling performance levels at the 911 call center. And they haven’t gotten much better since.
Frosé the Day Away, Socially Distanced and Individually Packaged at Legacy Hall

By Susie Oszustowicz
Jun 25, 2020

Legacy Hall's adult sipper frosé is making the kid (and adult) in all of us happy.