Plano Today: City Incentives, Community Drives, and Weekend Events

City eyes record incentive package to lure AT&T headquarters

Plano officials are preparing for a high-stakes decision on a proposed $20 million incentive package aimed at attracting AT&T’s headquarters to the city. The deal would be among the largest local incentive offers in Plano’s history, reflecting intense regional competition for high-paying corporate jobs and long-term tax revenue. City staff have been outlining potential impacts on employment, tax base growth, and infrastructure, while residents watch closely to see how the proposal balances economic gains with public investment.

If approved, the agreement could reshape Plano’s already robust corporate corridor, adding another major employer to a landscape that includes several Fortune 500 offices. The discussion is also expected to touch on traffic, housing demand, and how any new campus might integrate with existing neighborhoods and transit.

Prom dress drives seek to help local teens

With prom season approaching, two Plano-based drives are calling for gently used formalwear, accessories, and volunteer support to help local students attend their big night without financial strain. One effort is centered at Legacy West, while another is organized through St. Andrew Methodist Church, giving residents multiple drop-off options across the city.

Organizers say the goal is simple: remove cost as a barrier so teens can focus on celebrating milestones with their classmates. Donations of dresses, suits, shoes, jewelry, and handbags are welcome, and volunteers are needed to help sort items, staff pop-up boutiques, and assist students in finding outfits that fit both style and school guidelines.

Scholarship benefit brings top chefs together for local students

Several of Plano’s best-known culinary names are teaming up for a scholarship fundraiser set for early March, hosted at a luxury auto dealership along the Dallas North Tollway corridor. The annual TASTE benefit supports the Hendrick Scholarship Foundation, which provides financial and mentoring support to local students pursuing college degrees.

Guests can expect chef-crafted tasting stations, desserts, and paired beverages, with proceeds going directly to scholarships and support services. Organizers emphasize that the event is not just a food showcase but a way for the community to invest in first-generation and financially challenged students who grew up in Plano-area schools.

Weekend events keep Plano busy

This weekend’s calendar in Plano has been packed, from concerts to networking meetups. A Branford Marsalis Quartet performance at the Robinson Fine Arts Center brought jazz fans together, while Love & War in Texas hosted a live show by Anthony Gomes. Local businesses and entrepreneurs gathered at an Impact Breakfast at the International Business Park Amenity Center to talk leadership and community service.

Across the city, smaller gatherings, from cooking classes to family activities, have filled venues and reinforced Plano’s reputation for an active cultural and business scene. Residents looking ahead can expect more arts, food, and networking events as spring approaches.

Housing market stays active with open houses across the city

For residents considering a move, Plano’s housing market remains busy. Dozens of open houses are scheduled across the city this weekend, showcasing everything from starter homes to luxury properties in established neighborhoods. Recent market data show a rising number of active listings and a steady flow of pending sales, suggesting that both buyers and sellers are positioning ahead of the spring rush.

Agents report that well-priced homes in good condition are still drawing consistent interest, even as days on market edge up slightly. For many households, the current combination of inventory and relatively favorable mortgage conditions is prompting serious lookers to turn into buyers.

Sources

https://www.yahoo.com/news/videos/plano-city-council-vote-record-021223313.html
https://planomagazine.com/category/all-blog-posts/
https://planomagazine.com/two-plano-prom-dress-drives-seek-donations-volunteers/
https://planomagazine.com/top-chefs-team-up-for-plano-scholarship-benefit-on-march-5/
https://allevents.in/plano/2026-02-20
https://www.har.com/plano/open_houses/for-02-20-2026
https://www.haistingsre.com/plano-market-intel/february-20-2026