Frisco Insider - Bathroom Bill + Goat Yoga + More

Howdy, Frisco!

Happy Wednesday, neighbors! We’re inching closer to October, which means pumpkin patches are popping up, Spirit Halloween stores are taking over every abandoned strip mall, and the morning air almost (almost) convinces you it’s jacket season. But don’t get fooled, Texas weather still has plenty of tricks up its sleeve. 🍂

As you sip that midweek coffee and dream about Friday, I’ve got your local news fix, event lineup, and a weather report that’ll help you decide whether it’s boots or flip flops this weekend. Let’s dig in.

Texas News Roundup 📰

UT Austin Ranked No. 1 Public University in Texas 🎓

The Longhorns are leading not just on the football field but in the classroom, too. UT Austin has officially been ranked the No. 1 public university in Texas and No. 7 nationally among public schools by U.S. News & World Report.

• UT placed No. 30 overall when private schools are added to the mix.

• 24 undergrad programs are in the national top 10, with 6 cracking the top five.

• UT also set records for graduation and retention rates last year.

Translation: If you’ve got a kid applying soon, good luck convincing them to go anywhere else. UT also boasts the No. 4 study abroad program in the nation.

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Gov. Abbott Signs Sweeping “Bathroom Bill” 🚻

Texas now has one of the strictest restroom laws in the country, after Gov. Greg Abbott signed Senate Bill 8 into law.

• The bill requires people in government buildings and schools to use restrooms based on sex assigned at birth.

• Fines are steep: $25,000 for violations, $125,000 for repeat offenses.

• Enforcement remains fuzzy, leaving agencies to figure it out on the fly.

Supporters call the law “common sense,” while critics say it fuels harassment and stigma for transgender Texans. With lawsuits likely on the horizon, this one’s far from over, expect heated debates in courtrooms and classrooms alike before December 4, when the law officially takes effect.

DoorDash Driver Foils Hostage Situation 🚨

Here’s a headline you don’t see every day: a DoorDash delivery turned into a police rescue mission in Sweetwater.

• A driver delivering suspicious items (think: zip ties, bleach, and even a hatchet) tipped off police.

• Inside the motel room, officers found a suspect armed and holding a hostage.

• The hostage was rescued safely….then promptly arrested on an outstanding warrant.

Talk about a plot twist. The quick thinking driver likely saved lives, reminding us that sometimes your delivery person is more than just the hero who brings Chick-fil-A to your door.

Flood Recovery Costs in Travis County Pass $21M 🌊

Travis County is still counting the price tag of recent floods. Officials report recovery efforts have already surpassed $21 million.

Major Statewide Propositions on November Ballot 🗳️

Mark your calendars: Nov. 4 is Election Day. Texans will decide on 17 constitutional amendments, including billions in property tax cuts.

• Early voting runs Oct. 20–31.

• Voter registration deadline is Oct. 6.

• Mail-in ballot applications are due by Oct. 24.

Beyond the big statewide questions, local elections will also pop up, from school boards in Houston to bond issues in Richardson ISD. Translation: Don’t just skip the ballot after the first page.

🍷 Downtown Plano Art & Wine Walk: Rodeo Barbie Edition – Thursday, Sept 25 @ 6–9:30 PM | Plano | Ticketed
Sip, sparkle, and saddle up! Expect wine tastings, line dancing lessons, Barbie themed karaoke, live art stations, and plenty of pink fringe boots. Perfect for a girls’ night out or anyone who’s ever wanted to yee-haw in heels.
Details: Here

🍺 18th McKinney Oktoberfest – Sept 26–28 | Historic Downtown McKinney | No-Cost (VIP add-ons available)
Lederhosen at the ready! This fest brings Bavarian food, live music, bratwurst contests, dachshund races, and even a beard competition. Families can enjoy carnival rides while adults hit the VIP Biergarten for steins and schnitzel.
Details: Here

🤠 Shawnee Trail Cowboy Day – Saturday, Sept 27 @ 11 AM–4 PM | Frisco Heritage Center | No-Cost
Step back into the Old West with pony rides, blacksmith demos, stagecoach rides, armadillo races, and live cowboy music. Bonus: plenty of photo ops with longhorns and a western themed photo booth for the whole family.
Details: Here

🐐 Goat Yoga – Sunday, Sept 28 @ 10 AM | Frisco Fresh Market | Ticketed
Yes, yoga. With goats. They’ll jump on your back, nibble your mat, and provide the best distraction from trying to hold downward dog. Proceeds support local nonprofits, so technically, you’re doing charity work while sweating.
Details: Here

🍂 Downtown Plano Fall Festival – Sunday, Sept 28 @ 11 AM–5 PM | Plano | No Cost
Over 35 vendors, pumpkin painting stations, a live DJ, and endless fall vibes. Bring the kids, grab a cider, and embrace the season, flannels and Instagram boomerangs encouraged.
Details: Here

Riddle of the Week

Frisco’s growth has been wild, but here’s a throwback: many early residents from the nearby town of Lebanon literally moved their homes to Frisco. But how did they get them here?

A) Carried them by horse cart
B) Rolled them over on logs
C) Dismantled and rebuilt them piece by piece
D) Floated them down a creek

(Answer at the bottom!)

Wed Sept 24 – AM Thunderstorms | 82° / 63°
Thu Sept 25 – Sunny | 84° / 60°
Fri Sept 26 – Sunny | 86° / 61°
Sat Sept 27 – Sunny | 88° / 61°

Translation: A stormy Wednesday gives way to a picture perfect fall weekend.

That’s your Wednesday fix, Frisco! Whether you’re painting pumpkins, or perfecting goat assisted warrior pose, have yourself a fun filled week. And hey, check on your neighbors, those logs didn’t roll themselves back in the day.

Catch y’all Friday!

— Hamza Sohail | Frisco Insider | Sept 24, 2025

Riddle Answer: B) Rolled them over on logs. Yup — turns out U-Haul was a little behind the times