Frisco Insider - Filming + Coffee + More

Howdy, Frisco. Happy Friday

Well….we survived fake winter. Now it’s 91 degrees.

Only in Texas can you go from wind chills to sunscreen in five business days. Hydrate. Stretch. Mentally prepare for summer pretending it’s already here.

We’ve got Hollywood street closures, City Council free speech debates, a major animal shelter proposal, free coffee next week, and honestly one of the most fun event weekends we’ve had in a while.

Let’s roll.

🎥 Taylor Sheridan’s “Frisco King” Filming in North Texas, Road Closures Ahead

Hollywood is officially setting up shop in North Texas.

Taylor Sheridan’s new Paramount+ series “Frisco King”, starring Samuel L. Jackson, begins filming this week in downtown Fort Worth.

The show is a spinoff of Tulsa King, with Jackson playing Russell Lee Washington Jr., a hitman who crossed paths with Sylvester Stallone’s character.

Filming Location:
Tarrant County Courthouse (Downtown Fort Worth)

Road Closures (none in Frisco):
Thursday & Friday (March 19–20)
5:30 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Closures include:

• Weatherford St. (Houston to Commerce)

• Main St. (East to West Weatherford)

• Portions of Belknap, Houston, Commerce & Calhoun

Police will direct traffic, and local access remains available.

No release date yet. Eight episodes. Sheridan writing all of them.

North Texas just became prime time television again.

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🏛️ Frisco Council Debates Changes to Public Comment

Frisco City Council spent part of this week debating potential changes to public comment rules, and it got heated.

Proposed changes included:

• Reducing speaker time from 5 minutes to 3 minutes

• Requiring online sign-ups instead of paper cards

• Possibly moving non agenda speakers to later in meetings

Why the debate?

Recent meetings included:

• Non-residents speaking on H-1B visa concerns

• “Indian takeover” rhetoric

• Disruptive or inappropriate commentary unrelated to agenda items

Some council members argue:

• Shorter times = more efficiency

• Online registration = better organization

Others argue:

• Reducing time could discourage participation

• Public input should not be rushed

• Free speech concerns matter

The council tabled any vote until April 7.

Bottom line: Democracy is messy. And Frisco is currently working through how messy it should be. I covered a segment of this story a couple weeks ago, but this is a slight update.

🐶 Frisco Reviews $12.8M Public Private Animal Facility

Frisco is moving closer to building its own animal services facility, a public-private partnership estimated at $12.8 million.

Proposed Site:
Preston Road & PGA Parkway

Proposed features:

• 22,500 sq. ft. one story facility

• Full service veterinary clinic

• Adoption & foster programs

• 20 dog enclosures

• 18 cat enclosures

• 5 flexible exotic animal spaces

• 24 hour care dorm

• Community education spaces

The facility would serve as a holding center before animals move to the Collin County shelter in McKinney.

Current average holding period: 18 days
Minimum planned hold at Frisco facility: 5 days

Council members raised concerns about:

• Data used for capacity projections

• Fiscal responsibility

• Long term agreement with Collin County

Construction could begin in 2028 if finalized.

More discussion coming next month.

☕ Black Rock Coffee Bar Opening in Frisco (Complimentary Drinks Alert)

Black Rock Coffee Bar is opening its 13th Dallas area location in Frisco.

📍 7030 Stonebrook Pkwy #200
Opening: March 27

Opening Week Specials:

• March 27: No Cost 16oz drinks

• March 28: Buy one get one free

• March 29: 50% off food

• March 30: No Cost limited edition sticker

• March 31: No Cost T-shirt with purchase

Menu highlights:

• Caramel Blondie

• Mexican Mocha

• Jackhammer (extra double shot)

• Fuel® energy drinks (20+ flavors)

• Protein cold foam & egg bites

No cost coffee next Friday. You’re welcome.

🎯 Dude Perfect Family Fun Night | Ticketed

📅 March 20 | 5:30–8:30 PM
📍 PGA Frisco

Dude Perfect themed games, photo ops, giveaways, and a brand-new exclusive Airsoft video premiere at 8 PM.

Important:

• The Dudes will NOT be there.

• Only kids participating need tickets.

Activities include:

• Impossible Football Wall

• Extreme Water Bottle Flip Tower

• Photo ops with Panda

• Face painting

• 2 acre putting green fun

Outdoor event. Bring a blanket. No lawn chairs.

Details: Here

🎶 Music in the Chamber | Ticketed

📅 March 20 | 7:30 PM
📍 Frisco City Council Chambers

Part of America’s 250th Series.

Stockton Helbing & Helbing Jazz Initiative will perform music from 1876–1926, exploring the roots of American jazz.

State of the art acoustics. Intimate setting.

Details: Here

🕹️ Texas Pinball Festival | Ticketed

📅 March 20–22
📍 Embassy Suites & Frisco Conference Center

40,000+ sq. ft.
400+ pinball machines & classic arcade games
All on UNLMITED PLAY (leave quarters at home)

If you grew up in arcades, this is your Super Bowl.

Details: Here

🛍️ Shop Local Vendor Market | No-Cost

📅 March 21 | 10 AM–4 PM
📍 Kaleidoscope Park

Local artisans. Child led businesses. Unique finds.

Support small. Discover something original.

Details: Here

🛒 Flea Style Market at The Star | No-Cost

📅 March 21 | 10 AM–4 PM
📍 Tostitos Championship Plaza

Curated shopping experience featuring:

• Art

• Fashion

• Home décor

• Jewelry

• Kids items

• Lifestyle goods

DJ spins and activations throughout the day.

Details: Here