http://www.scntx.com/ The latest news from the www.scntx.com website! Newsys Template Engine Plano Star-courier/news http://backend.userland.com/rss 60 newsys-843291432 http://www.scntx.com/articles/2013/06/19/plano_star-courier/news/1164.txt Gearheads from throughout North Texas will descend on Plano Saturday for the Shelby Car Show at LegacyTexas Bank. Wed, 19 Jun 2013 14:24:31 -0500 newsys-844001757 http://www.scntx.com/articles/2013/06/19/plano_star-courier/news/1165.txt No human West Nile virus cases have been found this year in Collin County, but health officials remain vigilant to ensure the eventual number of cases reported this year don't approach 2012 levels. Wed, 19 Jun 2013 13:56:27 -0500 newsys-845825092 http://www.scntx.com/articles/2013/06/19/plano_star-courier/news/1166.txt Motorists who find themselves on the North Texas Tollway Authority's habitual toll violator list are being offered a three-month grace period to pay what they owe. Wed, 19 Jun 2013 13:56:22 -0500 newsys-844001756 http://www.scntx.com/articles/2013/06/19/plano_star-courier/news/1167.txt David Downs won a spot on the Plano City Council Saturday night by defeating former councilwoman Sally Magnuson in a runoff for the Place 8 seat. Wed, 19 Jun 2013 13:56:24 -0500 newsys-845825094 http://www.scntx.com/articles/2013/06/19/plano_star-courier/news/1168.txt The East Plano Islamic Center is hosting "United We Stand for Peace" Saturday from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wed, 19 Jun 2013 13:56:19 -0500 newsys-839810287 http://www.scntx.com/articles/2013/06/19/plano_star-courier/news/1169.txt Monday at about 1 p.m., Plano Police responded to a bank robbery call at the ViewPoint Bank in the 2500 block of East Plano Parkway. Mon, 17 Jun 2013 20:40:38 -0500 newsys-845825091 http://www.scntx.com/articles/2013/06/19/plano_star-courier/news/1170.txt A 45-year-old Plano man died early Sunday morning shortly after police officers pulled him from a pond at The Courses at Watters Creek. Wed, 19 Jun 2013 13:56:17 -0500 newsys-834944960 http://www.scntx.com/articles/2013/06/19/plano_star-courier/news/1171.txt David Downs won a spot on the Plano City Council Saturday night by defeating former councilwoman Sally Magnuson in a runoff for the Place 8 seat. Sat, 15 Jun 2013 21:00:57 -0500 newsys-832590315 http://www.scntx.com/articles/2013/06/19/plano_star-courier/news/1172.txt Update 10 p.m. The female has been identified as Lydia Soto, but the name of the juvenile has not yet been released. Fri, 14 Jun 2013 22:02:17 -0500 newsys-826327244 http://www.scntx.com/articles/2013/06/19/plano_star-courier/news/1173.txt More than 12,000 cases of domestic violence were reported in Collin County last year, and thousands more remain unreported for various reasons. Fri, 14 Jun 2013 16:48:10 -0500 newsys-832964058 http://www.scntx.com/articles/2013/06/19/plano_star-courier/news/1174.txt Plano ISD students performed well above the state average on the 2013 STAAR test, according to results released by the district. Fri, 14 Jun 2013 21:46:41 -0500 newsys-826327242 http://www.scntx.com/articles/2013/06/19/plano_star-courier/news/1175.txt A national mortgage lender announced Wednesday it is opening a corporate office in Plano and bringing up to 1,000 jobs to the city in the next three years. Fri, 14 Jun 2013 16:48:05 -0500 newsys-830511253 http://www.scntx.com/articles/2013/06/19/plano_star-courier/news/1176.txt Each spring and summer, dozens of tornadoes are reported across North Texas and neighboring Oklahoma, causing residents to huddle around weather radios and television sets to learn the storms' projected paths. Fri, 14 Jun 2013 19:43:22 -0500 newsys-826198780 http://www.scntx.com/articles/2013/06/19/plano_star-courier/news/1177.txt More than 25 of DFW's favorite professional female vocalists and members of DFW Divas will hit the stage Monday to raise money for tornado and storm victims in Oklahoma. Thu, 13 Jun 2013 13:23:30 -0500 newsys-821794626 http://www.scntx.com/articles/2013/06/19/plano_star-courier/news/1178.txt Nearly two years after Austin Avenue burned to the ground, plans to rebuild the Plano sports bar are under way. Wed, 12 Jun 2013 16:23:03 -0500 newsys-824561018 http://www.scntx.com/articles/2013/06/19/plano_star-courier/news/1179.txt One month after Plano residents passed the liquor referendum and elected a new mayor, voters will head to the polls on Saturday to determine who will be the newest member of the City Council. Wed, 12 Jun 2013 16:22:56 -0500 newsys-819760503 http://www.scntx.com/articles/2013/06/19/plano_star-courier/news/1180.txt With their annual spring show behind them, members of the Men of Note barbershop quartet are getting their pipes ready to do it all again - this time for free. Mon, 10 Jun 2013 14:26:27 -0500 newsys-813062537 http://www.scntx.com/articles/2013/06/19/plano_star-courier/news/1181.txt Detectives from the Plano Police Department are searching for a man they believe was responsible for kidnapping a 10-year-old child at about 4:20 p.m. Friday. Fri, 7 Jun 2013 22:30:57 -0500 newsys-813506021 http://www.scntx.com/articles/2013/06/19/plano_star-courier/news/1182.txt Anyone who has spent much time in Collin County knows how bad traffic can be on U.S. 75. Fri, 7 Jun 2013 18:12:45 -0500 newsys-813051046 http://www.scntx.com/articles/2013/06/19/plano_star-courier/news/1183.txt With school out of the summer, parents are tasked with finding ways to keep their children entertained and engaged until August. Fri, 7 Jun 2013 17:18:21 -0500 newsys-813051045 http://www.scntx.com/articles/2013/06/19/plano_star-courier/news/1184.txt Plano Mayor Harry LaRosiliere and a delegation from the city recently spent two days in Washington, D.C., meeting with lawmakers about a variety of topics ranging from zebra mussels to an Internet sales tax. Fri, 7 Jun 2013 17:18:19 -0500 newsys-812395922 http://www.scntx.com/articles/2013/06/19/plano_star-courier/news/1186.txt When single mothers are struggling to pay the bills, they often turn to food pantries such as the one at St. Andrew United Methodist. Fri, 7 Jun 2013 12:09:20 -0500 newsys-804839200 http://www.scntx.com/articles/2013/06/19/plano_star-courier/news/1187.txt Plano ISD trustees unanimously approved a $453.2 million budget Tuesday night. Wed, 5 Jun 2013 16:10:30 -0500 newsys-804839199 http://www.scntx.com/articles/2013/06/19/plano_star-courier/news/1188.txt All Plano ISD employees will receive a pay raise next school year thanks to action taken Tuesday night by the district's board of trustees. Wed, 5 Jun 2013 16:10:33 -0500 newsys-798336111 http://www.scntx.com/articles/2013/06/19/plano_star-courier/news/1189.txt A 33-year-old Plano man has pleaded guilty to federal charges related to an incident in June 2012 that saw him attempt to blow up a gas line with an explosive device. Mon, 3 Jun 2013 22:24:02 -0500 newsys-791654544 http://www.scntx.com/articles/2013/06/19/plano_star-courier/news/1190.txt As the only domestic violence shelter in Collin County, Hope’s Door serves about 320 women and children each year. However, due to lack of available space, another 300 are turned away annually. Fri, 31 May 2013 14:02:49 -0500 newsys-793134380 http://www.scntx.com/articles/2013/06/19/plano_star-courier/news/1191.txt More than seven months after plans to dissolve the Arts Center of North Texas were put into motion, the three owner cities have still not come to an agreement over how to best carry out that task. Fri, 31 May 2013 14:02:46 -0500 newsys-794964942 http://www.scntx.com/articles/2013/06/19/plano_star-courier/news/1192.txt Alex McDonald has had quite the journey in his 25 years as a musician. Fri, 31 May 2013 13:25:52 -0500 newsys-795229189 http://www.scntx.com/articles/2013/06/19/plano_star-courier/news/1193.txt Local transit agencies have joined forces in a regional effort to get more commuters to try public transit this summer. Fri, 31 May 2013 13:25:50 -0500 newsys-795482423 http://www.scntx.com/articles/2013/06/19/plano_star-courier/news/1194.txt City Attorney Diane Wetherbee has submitted her resignation to the city, Mayor Harry LaRosiliere announced at Tuesday's City Council meeting. Fri, 31 May 2013 13:25:47 -0500 newsys-784121490 http://www.scntx.com/articles/2013/06/19/plano_star-courier/news/1195.txt Just 30 minutes after the Texas House adjourned Sunday on the 140th and final day of the 83rd Legislative Session, lawmakers were notified of a special session set to begin Tuesday morning. Wed, 29 May 2013 11:47:37 -0500 newsys-787259515 http://www.scntx.com/articles/2013/06/19/plano_star-courier/news/1196.txt In one of the most anticipated votes in the organization's 100-year-plus history, the Boy Scouts National Council voted last week to admit gay scouts into its ranks. Wed, 29 May 2013 11:47:34 -0500 newsys-778168542 http://www.scntx.com/articles/2013/06/19/plano_star-courier/news/1197.txt On Monday, Americans will take a break from their busy lives to remember the brave servicemen and women who have given their lives for their country. Sat, 25 May 2013 00:18:05 -0500 newsys-775627817 http://www.scntx.com/articles/2013/06/19/plano_star-courier/news/1198.txt Zane Williams. Ray Wylie Hubbard. Jason Boland. Junior Brown. Aubrey Lynn England and Yellow Rose. The O's. At first glance, this may sound like an excerpt from a lineup for a three-day country music fest, but these were only a few of the acts that graced the Courtyard Theatre in Plano last year. Fri, 24 May 2013 15:24:04 -0500 newsys-777994180 http://www.scntx.com/articles/2013/06/19/plano_star-courier/news/1199.txt Beginning June 1, Plano residents will only be allowed to water their lawns once a week under new restrictions imposed by the North Texas Municipal Water District. Fri, 24 May 2013 16:21:53 -0500 newsys-776803812 http://www.scntx.com/articles/2013/06/19/plano_star-courier/news/1200.txt Memorial Day traditionally marks the unofficial beginning of summer, and people throughout North Texas will celebrate the holiday by spending time outdoors. Fri, 24 May 2013 13:16:52 -0500 newsys-777325877 http://www.scntx.com/articles/2013/06/19/plano_star-courier/news/1201.txt Plano residents bid goodbye to Mayor Phil Dyer, as well as outgoing Councilman Lee Dunlap, at a reception Monday night at the Plano Centre. Fri, 24 May 2013 12:53:18 -0500 newsys-777390765 http://www.scntx.com/articles/2013/06/19/plano_star-courier/news/1202.txt When Monica Jansen applied for work as a barista in early 2011, she wondered if her summer plans would potentially keep her from being hired. After all, any job applicant who comes in and immediately requests two weeks off may find their resume at the bottom of the pile. Fri, 24 May 2013 12:53:16 -0500 newsys-772121399 http://www.scntx.com/articles/2013/06/19/plano_star-courier/news/1203.txt With 16 years of touring the Metroplex under its belt, Elledanceworks Dance Company is finally closing its 2013 season where it all began. Thu, 23 May 2013 08:36:16 -0500 newsys-770481376 http://www.scntx.com/articles/2013/06/19/plano_star-courier/news/1204.txt No matter the outcome of the Plano mayor's race, it was going to be a landmark event. Wed, 22 May 2013 15:53:23 -0500 newsys-770561080 http://www.scntx.com/articles/2013/06/19/plano_star-courier/news/1205.txt The Plano ISD Board of Trustees will likely begin discussing the possibility of a tax ratification election in August, Superintendent Richard Matkin said at Tuesday's board meeting. Wed, 22 May 2013 15:31:37 -0500 newsys-771527671 http://www.scntx.com/articles/2013/06/19/plano_star-courier/news/1206.txt When former Plano ISD theater students think back on their time in the classroom of Carla Todd Rich, they remember one thing: Her ability to inspire. Wed, 22 May 2013 15:31:20 -0500 newsys-753940482 http://www.scntx.com/articles/2013/06/19/plano_star-courier/news/1207.txt Twelve Texas peace officers killed in the line of duty were honored Tuesday morning at the Plano Police Department's annual Peace Officer Memorial Service at Haggard Park. Fri, 17 May 2013 17:18:18 -0500 newsys-746092702 http://www.scntx.com/articles/2013/06/19/plano_star-courier/news/1208.txt The city of Plano will welcome its new mayor and say goodbye to its old one at two events Monday night. Fri, 17 May 2013 14:05:28 -0500 newsys-746092701 http://www.scntx.com/articles/2013/06/19/plano_star-courier/news/1209.txt A little more than one week after a Chase Bank was robbed in Plano, authorities suspect the same man robbed a Chase Bank location in Garland. Fri, 17 May 2013 14:05:31 -0500 newsys-748327793 http://www.scntx.com/articles/2013/06/19/plano_star-courier/news/1210.txt When Harry LaRosiliere is sworn in Monday night, he will become the 38th mayor in Plano's history. Fri, 17 May 2013 14:05:36 -0500 newsys-749354986 http://www.scntx.com/articles/2013/06/19/plano_star-courier/news/1211.txt While Election Day has come and gone, candidates in one City Council race should not pick up their campaign signs just yet. Fri, 17 May 2013 14:05:34 -0500