Where to check Plano road construction updates: Legacy, Park Blvd, Parker
Plano TX – City of Plano and Collin County publish live road-work status pages for major corridors. Here’s where to check for updates, plus a Park Blvd night phase.
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Plano City Council’s July 27 HUD hearings: how to comment
Plano TX – Residents can weigh in before the July 27 City Council vote on HUD CDBG ‘substantial amendment’ and the 2026–2027 Action Plan.
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Plano’s Dallas Stars arena deal could reshape Willow Bend, taxes and traffic
Plano City Council on June 8 approved a nonbinding Dallas Stars Letter of Intent, a new TIRZ and a path to a venue-tax election—pending state review.
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Plano ISD says next school year could start with a $44 million deficit
Plano ISD is projecting a roughly $44 million shortfall for 2026-27, a planning figure that could affect staffing, pay, and school programs.
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Plano’s new Via rides start May 4 for seniors, with Legacy West service still to come
Plano TX – A new Via microtransit service starts May 4 for riders 65 and older, with a free launch period, a $3 base fare later, and more transit changes ahead.
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Plano’s new utility bill portal opens April 20, and AutoPay users need to re-enroll
Plano TX – The city is moving utility payments to a new portal today, and AutoPay customers need to re-enroll to avoid missed billing.
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Why Plano is rehabbing the Parker Road water tower now — and what the PFAS-free upgrade means
Plano TX – The city is spending about $7.7 million to rehab the Parker Road water tower, replacing aging coatings and adding PFAS-free materials.
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Rezoning, Data Centers and DART Debate Shape Plano’s Development Outlook
Plano, TX – April 3, 2026 – Major rezoning, data center growth and regional transit funding debates are reshaping Plano’s economic future.
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Willow Bend Demolition, Life Sciences Surge Signal New Phase of Plano Growth
Plano, TX – April 2, 2026 – Major redevelopment at Willow Bend and new life sciences momentum are reshaping jobs, housing and growth plans.
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Plano Development Faces Legal Hurdle as Mall Redevelopment Advances
Plano, TX – April 1, 2026 – A state lawsuit over an East Plano project and new momentum at Willow Bend highlight a pivotal week for growth and redevelopment.
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Arena Talks, Housing Trends and Transit Policy Shape Plano’s Economic Outlook
Plano, TX – March 31, 2026 – Arena redevelopment talks, softer housing trends and transit funding shifts are steering local policy debates.
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Hotel Redevelopment, Mall Demolition Plans and Nature Preserve Funding Lead Plano Updates
Plano, TX – March 30, 2026 – Hotel redevelopment, mall demolition plans and new funding for Arbor Hills highlight key growth and infrastructure moves.
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Plano ISD Meetings, Legacy North Activity and Local Events Close Out March
Plano, TX – March 29, 2026 – School board sessions, Legacy North development and weekend events highlight a busy close to March across Plano.
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Willow Bend Demolition Plans Advance as Plano Council Approves Erosion Work
Plano, TX – March 27, 2026 – Redevelopment at Willow Bend moves forward while City Council advances erosion control and water district agreements.
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Willow Bend Demolition Plans Move Forward; Council Invests in Parks and Erosion Control
Plano, TX – March 26, 2026 – Willow Bend mall demolition plans advance as Council approves park upgrades and erosion control work citywide.
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Plano Headlines: DART Hearing, Arena Talks, and Major Events This Week
Plano, TX – March 25, 2026 – A DART hearing, renewed arena buzz, and major regional events are shaping the week across Plano.
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Plano Police Investigate Weekend Crash; DART Debate Continues; ‘Taste 2026’ Draws Crowds
Plano, TX – March 22, 2026 – Police are investigating a weekend injury crash as city leaders weigh DART’s future and a major food event draws crowds.
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Plano Headlines: DART Debate, Medical Marijuana Access, and Community Concerns
Plano, TX – March 21, 2026 – From DART funding talks to expanded medical marijuana access and calls to address harassment, Plano faces key community issues.
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Injury Crash, Charity Food Fest and Community Concerns Lead Plano Headlines
Plano, TX – March 17, 2026 – An injury crash, a major charity food event and rising community concerns are leading Plano’s local headlines this week.
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Plano Headlines: Medical Marijuana Expansion, Park Harassment Investigation, and DART Debate Continue
Plano, TX – March 16, 2026 – A dispensary expansion, a park harassment probe, and renewed debate over DART lead Plano’s local headlines this week.
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Paxton Urges Collin County To Block EPIC City Development Near Plano
Plano, TX – March 13, 2026 – Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is urging Collin County to reject plans for the proposed EPIC City housing development.
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Plano Council Land Deal, Injury Crash and Festival Plans Lead Local Headlines
Plano, TX – March 12, 2026 – City Council land purchase, a reported injury crash, and weekend festival plans lead local headlines.
