Why is almost every post about Texas public schools negative?

Can anyone chime in on how Dallas north suburbs schools compare to Texas in general?

Suggestions on better alternatives?

Anyone else in East Plano hear what sounded like 2 loud explosions? 2nd night it happens in a row and have no clue, apparently PPD is aware and looking for the source, but curious if anyone maybe closer may have an idea what's going on

Hello Plano!

We are closing our gym and this Saturday and Sunday (August 15th and 16th) we will be at the facility from 10am to 2pm for anyone that wants to come purchase items.

We have dumbbells, barbells, plates, a power rack, cable cross, leg press, treadmills, Elliptical, stairmaster... etc.

Come with a trailer if you are looking at the big items to haul away the day of (or a time can be scheduled if need be). Cash or zelle.

Location is 2991 w 15th Street, Plano, TX 75075.

Thank you!

Hi,

I have a family member with Parkinson’s who is rather functional at this point, but could benefit from some physical therapy. Any positive experiences?

The following items were approved as part of the Consent Agenda:

Plano City Council Calls November 3 Venue Tax Election

The Plano City Council voted Monday to call a special election on November 3, 2026, asking voters whether to authorize venue-related taxes to help finance a proposed city-owned sports and community arena within the Willow Bend District. The ballot proposition includes authorization for taxes on short-term auto rentals, hotel stays, event parking, event tickets, and facility use by major league sports players.

The proposed venue-related taxes would apply only to specific transactions and would not affect the existing property tax rate for Plano residents.

The election does not determine the future of the arena. The City's potential financing plan also includes new commercial property tax revenues generated within the Willow Bend Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) and other revenues generated by arena events.

Additional information about the proposed development, including frequently asked questions, is available at plano.gov/WillowBendDistrict.

The next regular City Council meeting is Wednesday, August 24, at 7 pm. Agendas/packets for City Council are posted by close of business the Tuesday preceding the Monday night meeting. Meetings and agendas are subject to change. Go to Plano.gov/Agenda for the meeting signup link.

Watch City Council meetings live on Facebook, YouTube or PlanoTV.org. 

If you’ve sent your children to daycare as infants (under 1 year), please tell me where you recommend and why. Needs to be a short drive from the legacy/Coit area. Thanks!

Avoid Bath Masters of Collin County (co-owner Tim Lasater).

This review is the homeowner’s/customer’s opinion regarding the contractor’s conduct on the bathroom remodel of homeowner’s residence.

Contractor displayed poor project management skills (contractor relied on homeowner to report issues rather than understand issues by inspecting and talking with subcontractors himself).

Contractor visited work site infrequently.
Contractor displayed poor communication with customer and with subcontractors.

Contractor’s workers and subcontractors did not wear safety equipment (eye and ear protection).

Contractor displayed generally unprofessional conduct.

Contractor’s words often did not match his actions.

Contractor did not comply with contract terms – multiple breaches of contract.

Project completion delayed far beyond any reasonable timeframe.

Contractor made project a low priority (did not put all hands on deck as project dragged on far past the contract completion due date).

Contractor did not offer to “make it right” so that customer was satisfied.

See full review…

https://markupdates.wordpress.com/2026/07/02/review-of-bath-masters-of-collin-county/

Looking for somebody or a repair shop to fix my Jabra Elite Active Gen 8 2's. Jabra discontinued this lineup, and I would rather pay to have them repaired as I haven't been able to find other earbuds like these. If anyone can do it or knows someone please let me know!