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Son of Plano Jogger, Sarmistha Sen, Posts a Memorial Video to His Mother's Life

“Hi guys, sorry for not posting in quite a while now,” Neil Sen says at the beginning of the video and takes a deep breath.

McKinney Advisory Board Considers what Throckmorton’s Statue is Standing For

Before the meeting begins, McKinney City Manager Paul Grimes reminds the 11 gathered men and women what they are there to accomplish. "This is what communities are about," he says. "Turn the temperature down and have a thoughtful approach.

Legacy West University Sets Out to Combat COVID-19 Back-to-School Blues with Interactive Fun

The back to school experience looks a lot different this semester from what we’ve traditionally known it to be. As of now, both Plano and Frisco ISD have returned to a virtual format, with in person classes tentatively slated to resume next month.

Six Feet Apart

Portraits of Life at a Distance
Plano Mayor's Summer Internship Ends with Drive-by Parade Celebration

Plano Mayor's Summer Internship Ends with Drive-by Parade Celebration

Armed with cowbells, clackers, and pom-poms, Plano Mayor Harry LaRosiliere, elected officials, business leaders, and sponsors erupted with excitement Saturday as the interns from the Plano mayor's summer internship program drove by in decorated cars
Why Cheryl "Action" Jackson Hosted Her Hungry for Change Rally

Why Cheryl "Action" Jackson Hosted Her Hungry for Change Rally

A week before her Hungry For Change rally, Cheryl “Action” Jackson felt overwhelmed, inundated with news of George Floyd's death, of the protests that followed, and the turbulence rocking the country. She's had a rough few months.
Scenes from Prosper's Small-Town Black Lives Matter March

Scenes from Prosper's Small-Town Black Lives Matter March

On June 4, a group of protesters, mostly students, gathered in the sweltering heat at the Gates of Prosper shopping establishment to march in solidarity against the murder of George Floyd.
Plano Mayor LaRosiliere Considers How to Lead in a Time of Crisis

Plano Mayor LaRosiliere Considers How to Lead in a Time of Crisis

One of the first times I sat down with Plano Mayor Harry LaRosiliere, it was to discuss an uncomfortable truth: a small segment of his political opposition that had begun in a place of reasonable discourse, had soured into conspiracy theories and vei
Two-Time World Heavyweight Champ George Foreman Calls Bingo for Locals in a Healthcare Facility

Two-Time World Heavyweight Champ George Foreman Calls Bingo for Locals in a Healthcare Facility

When “Big George” Foreman appears on screen and playfully boxes at the camera, the other participants on the Zoom meeting start cheering. “Hello everybody!” he says. “This is fantastic. I’ve got my little spinner, just let me know when to go.
This Man Wants You to Buzz Your Hair For a Very Worthy Cause

This Man Wants You to Buzz Your Hair For a Very Worthy Cause

The Internet has birthed a number of viral charity causes like the Ice Bucket Challenge that raised $115 million for The ALS Association and the No Makeup Selfie that raised more than 8 million pounds for Cancer Research UK .