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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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Allen firing on all cylinders in bi-district shutout of Hebron
ALLEN – The Allen football team navigated its District 6-6A schedule with seven wins by an average of 53.1 points, and the No. 2-ranked team in Class 6A didn’t break that stride while ringing in the playoffs on Thursday. The Eagles played all the greatest hits from their unblemished regular season, from finding the end zone on each of their six first-half possessions to generating multiple non-offensive touchdowns to fuel a 73-0 rout of Hebron in the 6A Division I bi-district round from Eagle Stadium. “The coaches do such a great job of preparing them, and these kids have been so consistent going all the way back to January with the way they work,” said Lee Wiginton, Allen head coach. “Even going back to boot camp, there was never a time when they accomplished something and took a step back. It’s always clearing one hurdle and getting ready for the next one because they’re so driven and they’re so competitive.” Games like Thursday have scoured the nationally ranked Eagles’ 2026 campaign, which has featured four games with at least 49 points scored by halftime and five outings with a first-half defensive shutout. Allen checked both boxes on Thursday, amassing a
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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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H-E-B to host free Feast of Sharing holiday dinners in DFW
DALLAS - H-E-B and Central Market will provide free holiday meals to thousands of North Texans this November at the annual Feast of Sharing events in Dallas and Fort Worth. The Fort Worth Feast of Sharing, the 14th annual event for the city, will take place Wednesday, Nov. 11. The...
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What Keeps Breakfast Lovers HOOKED on This Friendly Neighborhood Spot in Irving, TX
Breakfast gets a cheerful plot twist at Jam + Toast, the Irving restaurant where pancakes, Benedicts, and generous plates give mornings something worth celebrating. At its Regent Boulevard location, the story comes through in customer accounts of friendly servers, quick meals, and breakfasts that inspire return visits. This is a...
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Dallas ISD discusses closing 6 campuses amid budget deficit
DALLAS — Unlike a lot of school districts in Texas, Dallas Independent School District has mostly avoided conversations about school closures, at least until now. This month, the board is discussing closing six campuses in South Dallas. “It is part of our community and our history and our legacy,”...
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Gloria’s Latin Cuisine Is 40, and Oak Cliff Started the Whole Thing
Gloria and Jose Fuentes took over a small Salvadoran restaurant in Oak Cliff in April 1986. It belonged to Gloria’s sister, who was done with it. Old gas station on West Davis Street, one window unit, tight quarters. Nine months later a food critic stumbled in and wrote it up, and Dallas has been going back ever since.