Frisco Insider - Construction talks + City changes + more

Howdy, Frisco!

Hey neighbors, happy Friday! We made it through another week, and there’s plenty to catch up on in our city. From big moves at Collin College to changes in Frisco ISD’s music programs, I’ve got you covered. Plus, a beautiful weekend is ahead, and there are tons of local events to attend!

In today’s edition:

• New Health Sciences Building Coming to Collin College 🏥

• Northbound DNT Exit Ramp Closure 🚧

• Frisco ISD to Phase Out Harp Program 🎵

• Big Moves at Firefly Park 🌆

• Inside Dude Perfect’s New Frisco HQ 🏀

• Weekend Weather & What’s Happening Around Town! ☀️

Weekend Weather Forecast

Fri, Feb 28: Sunny | High: 77° Low: 45° | SW 12 mph

Sat, Mar 1: Sunny | High: 77° Low: 46° | NE 10 mph

Sun, Mar 2: Partly Cloudy | High: 71° Low: 53° | SE 17 mph

Looks like a gorgeous weekend ahead, perfect for enjoying all the local events happening around town!

🏥 Collin College Approves $11.3M for New Health Sciences Building

Big news for future healthcare pros, Collin College just approved a new Health Sciences Building at its Frisco campus, with a whopping $11.3 million investment. The project will eventually be part of a $70 million expansion aimed at training students in fields like radiology, nuclear medicine, anesthesia, and lab sciences.

Construction is expected to start this year, with classes set to begin in Spring 2027. This means more opportunities for local students to step into high-demand medical careers, something our community truly needs!

🚧 Northbound DNT Exit Ramp to Panther Creek Closed for Three Weeks

Heads up for drivers, if you normally exit Panther Creek Pkwy from the Dallas North Tollway (DNT), you’ll need to take a detour. The ramp closed on Feb. 25 for pavement repairs and is expected to reopen by March 14.

🚗 Detour: Take the Eldorado Pkwy exit and use the frontage road to reach Panther Creek.

🎵 Frisco ISD to Phase Out Harp Program

Bad news for music lovers, Frisco ISD has announced that due to budget constraints, they will phase out the harp program starting next year. While current students can continue, new sixth graders won’t have the option to join.

Local student Grace Kang started a petition to save the program, gathering 4,800+ signatures so far. Many families feel this is a huge loss for the district, as the harp program has grown into an award-winning ensemble since its launch in 2007.

What do y’all think? Should the district reconsider?

🌆 Frisco P&Z Approves New Firefly Park Site Plans

Frisco’s future skyline is taking shape! Two new site plans were approved for Firefly Park, a $2.5B+ mixed-use development that will bring residential, commercial, and recreational spaces to our city. This project is going to transform the area, stay tuned for more updates as construction progresses!

🏀 Dude Perfect’s New Frisco HQ is a Trick Shot Wonderland

Y’all, this is HUGE, YouTube sensation Dude Perfect just opened their brand-new, 80,000-square-foot headquarters in Frisco! The massive space includes specialized filming areas, a production studio, and even a secret “candy room” (because why not?).

The Dudes have built a global brand from right here in North Texas, and they’re showing that Frisco is the place to be for creators. If you ever get the chance to visit, just don’t get lost in the candy room!

🎟️ What’s Happening This Weekend in Frisco

They’re Playing Our Song – Feb 28 @ Discovery Arts Center A charming musical about a composer and lyricist finding love while writing songs together. Tickets start at $25.

Unwound: A Tribute to George Strait – Mar 1 @ PGA Frisco Celebrate Texas Independence Day with a no cost outdoor concert, whiskey tastings, and a custom hat bar. Grab your boots and head over!

Frisco Fire Safety Town Open House – Mar 1, 9:30 AM-Noon Bring the kiddos to check out fire safety demos, giveaways, and fun jeep & bike rides!

Frisco Humane Society Cat Adoption Event – Mar 1 @ Petsmart Looking for a furry friend? Stop by and meet adorable cats & kittens waiting for their forever homes.

Kaleidoscope Live: First Saturday Concert – Mar 1, 7-9 PM @ Kaleidoscope Park Enjoy a no cost high-energy live concert by Counterfeit Radio, covering everything from pop to rock hits.

Frisco College Baseball Classic – Feb 28-Mar 2 @ Riders Field Top NCAA teams, including LSU, Nebraska, Kansas State & Sam Houston, go head-to-head. Baseball fans, don’t miss it!

Comerica Bank Prom Dress Drive – Now through Feb 28 @ Multiple Locations Donate new or gently used formalwear to help local teens attend prom in style!

That’s all for today, y’all! Hope you have an amazing weekend whether you're catching a game, enjoying some live music, or just relaxing in this beautiful weather.

See y’all next week!

— Hamza Sohail | Frisco Insider