Frisco Insider - Karmelo Released + Bullet explained + More

Howdy, Frisco!

It’s Friday, April 18, and just like your allergies, the local news will find you. From bond reductions to Easter egg launches, we’ve got everything you need to keep up, calm down, and hop into the weekend like a pro.

📰 In the News

Karmelo Anthony Released on Bond; Self-Defense Claim Looms

After being held on a $1 million bond for the fatal stabbing of 17 year old Austin Metcalf at a Frisco ISD track meet, 17 year old Karmelo Anthony was released this week after a judge lowered his bond to $250,000.

Judge Angela Tucker cited Anthony’s age, clean record, and low flight risk, but added strict conditions:
📍 House arrest
📍 Ankle monitor
📍 Weekly check ins

His legal team is pursuing a self-defense argument. Meanwhile, Frisco PD and the DA's office are continuing the investigation.

Outside court, activists met with Anthony's family, calling for calm as racial tensions and online threats swirl. Community members are grieving, debating, and doing their best to stay united through tragedy.

Bullet That Hit Hosp Elementary Came from Neighbor’s Home

Remember the mysterious projectile that hit Hosp Elementary last month?

Turns out, a neighbor accidentally fired a handgun while searching her house, believing there was an intruder. The bullet went through her wall and struck the school. No one was hurt, and officials confirmed it was not intentional, nor criminal under Texas law.

So, not a drone attack after all. Just a tragic oops with thankfully no injuries.

BasePoint Opens Mental Health Clinic in Frisco

Mental health care just got more accessible.
BasePoint, a provider of outpatient treatment for teens and young adults, has opened a new clinic in Frisco, their fourth in Texas.

Founded with a mission rooted in personal loss, the clinic offers therapy, partial hospitalization programs, and intensive outpatient programs.

Their goal? Move Texas from last place to top five in mental health access by 2030. Big shoes, big hearts.

Easter Weekend Events You Can’t Miss

🌸 Spring Fling Eggstravaganza

📍 Grandscape | 🗓️ Friday, April 18 | ⏰ 11 AM–3:30 PM
Get your bunny ears on — it’s back!
$10 Egg Run (registration required) by age group
Free face painting, crafts, games
Photos with the Easter Bunny at NFM
No-Cost trolley rides included

Register: Event Page
Hop fast — ticket sales close Thursday at 5 PM.

Feed the City Frisco

📍 Sidecar Social | 🗓️ Saturday, April 19 | ⏰ 8–10 AM
Bring your own bread and kind heart. Volunteers will be making lunches for those in need. It’s monthly, simple, and impactful.

Great for families, friend groups, or your favorite coworker.

Easter Eggstravaganza at PGA Frisco

📍 PGA District | 🗓️ Saturday, April 19 | ⏰ 10 AM–2 PM
Eggmazing Scavenger Hunt (yep, the Shark Tank toy)
Petting zoo
Carnival games
Balloon artists + face painters
No Cost Bunny photos (with printed souvenir!)

Proceeds benefit Make-A-Wish North Texas
Register: pgafrisco.com

Easter Brunch @ Omni PGA Frisco Resort & Spa

📍 Omni PGA Frisco | 🗓️ Sunday, April 20 | ⏰ 10 AM–3 PM
Beef Tenderloin, Herb-Crusted Lamb, Waffle Bar
Live music + family photos

Adults $100 | Kids $40 | Under 2 = No-Cost
Register: pgafrisco.com

Bark in the Park: Frisco RoughRiders vs. Sod Poodles

📍 Riders Field | 🗓️ Sunday, April 20
Baseball. Dogs. Enough said.
Bring your pup and your baseball cap, and enjoy a doggone good day at the ballpark.
Register: visitfrisco.com

Your Easter Weekend Forecast

• Fri 18 – Sunny | 84° / 55°

• Sat 19 – Sunny | 88° / 63°

• Sun 20 – Mostly Sunny | 90° / 64°

• Mon 21 – Partly Cloudy | 81° / 56°

Translation: Perfect egg-hunting, patio-brunching, pup-snuggling weather. SPF up!

That’s a wrap for this week, Frisco! Whether you’re walking in remembrance, egg hopping, or simply soaking up the springtime sun, take care of yourselves and each other.

Catch y’all Monday.

— Hamza Sohail | Frisco Insider 🐣🌤️