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Inflatable turkeys take over McKinney historic district
If you were to take a stroll in McKinney's historic district, you are almost guaranteed to see a few inflatable turkeys hanging out in people's yards. Some of them are simply sitting there. Some are small. Some are 25 feet tall. Some have accessories. Some aren't even turkeys, but dinosaurs in disguise.
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Frisco Grocery Run Turns Into Thanksgiving Surprise With CeeDee Lamb
At a Tom Thumb in Frisco, a grocery run for Destiny turned into a Thanksgiving surprise with Dallas Cowboys wide receiver CeeDee Lamb. Destiny was invited to fill a shopping cart with Thanksgiving groceries without worrying about the price, part of a surprise orchestrated by Lamb, who partnered with Tom Thumb and the Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Dallas, according to WFAA. Tom Thumb itself had partnered with the Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Dallas to make the event happen.
Lovely Garden Roots
Plano Senior High Removed the Memorial Garden Where Evan Johnson's Family Planted a Tree, and 1,667 People Have Signed a Petition to Bring It Back
Plano ISD says memorial items from Plano Senior High are in storage, while 1,667 people have signed a petition for a new memorial garden honoring Evan Johnson.
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AT&T reveals first look at massive new Plano headquarters as construction begins
A single blue balloon floating above a massive construction site in North Texas is offering a glimpse of what's to come as AT&T prepares to transform 54 acres into its new corporate headquarters. The balloon, visible along Legacy Drive in Plano, marks the future location of a 250-foot cell tower...
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Iraq War Veteran Gets Mortgage-Free Home in Anna, Texas, After Years in RVs
Branden Cason and his family were handed the keys to a new home in Anna, Texas, on Veterans Day, a fresh start for a veteran who was medically retired from the Army after sustaining a traumatic brain injury and other wounds in an improvised explosive device blast during a deployment to Iraq. The home came through Operation Homefront's Permanent Homes for Veterans program, with support from homebuilder Pulte, and the Cason family will own it outright, mortgage-free, once they complete the program.
Timeless Dishes
KFC Doubles Rewards Points Through Nov. 30 and More Than Doubles Its Free-Food Menu
KFC Rewards members earn 2X points on app and KFC.com orders through Nov. 30, and the Secret Recipe Vault grows to 24 free items and combos. The post KFC Doubles Rewards Points Through Nov. 30 and More Than Doubles Its Free-Food Menu appeared first on Timeless Dishes .
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Princess Polly Set to Open at Stonebriar Centre in Frisco
Princess Polly is preparing to open a new store at Stonebriar Centre, located at 2601 Preston Road in Frisco, Texas. The Australian fashion retailer has listed the shopping center under the “Coming Soon” section of its official U.S. store locator, confirming its upcoming arrival in the Dallas-Fort Worth market. Stonebriar Centre has also added the retailer to its online directory.
Allen American
Things to do this week!
A guide to events of interest and government meetings across Allen, Carrollton, Celina, Coppell, Flower Mound, Frisco, Lake Dallas, Lewisville, Little Elm, McKinney, Mesquite, Plano, Rowlett and The Colony. Plano Flags of Honor 2026 – 10th Anniversary City: Plano Date: Nov. 13 Time: Various times Location: Oak Point Event Field Description: The annual patriotic display honors veterans and military service members. Admission is free. ’Neath the Wreath Holiday Gift Market City: Plano Date: Nov. 12-15 Time: 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Nov. 13 Location: Plano Event Center Description: The Junior League of Collin County's holiday market features more than 125 merchants selling gifts, seasonal décor, clothing, jewelry and gourmet items. Plano Comedy Festival City: Plano Date: Nov. 13 Time: Various times Location: Mic Drop Comedy Plano Description: The comedy festival features performances by comedians, including Jason Salmon at 7 p.m. McKinney Holiday Trade Days City: McKinney Date: Nov. 13-15 Time: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Location: Third Monday Trade Days, 4550 W. University Drive Description: Vendors will sell antiques, collectibles, clothing, home décor, pet supplies and other merchandise. The event also features food trucks and live music. Stamp Scrap Art Tour City: Mesquite Date: Nov. 13-15 Time: 6-9 p.m. Nov. 13 for the separate
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New Italian restaurant with rooftop lounge rolls into Frisco Rail District
The first of several new restaurants planned for downtown Frisco’s renovated Rail District is set for a spring 2027 opening: Amy D’s Italian, a Italian restaurant from veteran chef Amy DiBiase, will open at 7511 Main St. in The Patios at the Rail development. DiBiase, the restaurant's namesake,...
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Football Playoff Preview: Top storylines, teams, players as the postseason begins
The brackets are set, and the high school football playoffs are about to officially get underway. Thursday marks the beginning of the bi-district round, as teams throughout the area begin vying for the opportunity to compete for a state championship. It’s a feat that Frisco Lone Star nearly accomplished last season after making a run to the Class 5A Division I state championship game. Meanwhile, Allen and Celina finished out their respective campaigns as state semifinalists. With those programs and plenty others back in the postseason mix this time around, Star Local Media previews the local action ahead. Storylines Eagle eyes on the prize All season long, Allen has had the look of one of the very best teams in the state. The Eagles went unbeaten against an opening slate of Duncanville, DeSoto, Southlake Carroll and Prosper and did so by a collective score of 183-69. Allen hasn’t slowed since, running the table in 6-6A at 7-0 with an average margin of victory of 53.1 points. The Eagles did so despite replacing 40 seniors from last season and entrusting key roles to several underclassmen – a learning curve that sophomores like quarterback Ty Snell (1,781 passing yards, 30 total touchdowns),
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6A D1 Playoff Preview and Predictions
The 2026 UIL 6A Division I playoffs begin November 12 through 14, with the state championship scheduled for December 19. Sixty-four teams enter the postseason, but only one will finish with six playoff victories and a state title. Allen enters as my leading championship contender, followed by North Shore, Katy...