Frisco Insider - Kid of the year + Apartment Evacuation + More

Howdy, Frisco!

Happy Friday, neighbors! We made it through another week of homework battles, construction cones, and surprise H-E-B runs. Yesterday, as we paused for 9/11, Frisco joined the nation in remembering and honoring the lives lost and the heroes who stepped forward that day. Today, we move ahead with gratitude, and a lineup of news and weekend events to keep you in the loop.

Frisco Apartment Complex Evacuated After Suspicious Device 🚨

On Thursday, Frisco police, fire crews, and the Plano Bomb Squad evacuated an apartment complex on Printers Way after reports of a “suspicious device.”

📍 Location: Printers Way (between Legacy Dr. & Dallas North Tollway)
🚔 Response: Complex evacuated “out of an abundance of caution”
🕵️ Status: Investigation ongoing, officials asking residents to avoid the area

No injuries were reported, and police are keeping details tight lipped for now. Translation: stay clear, stay calm, and maybe triple check your smoke alarms this weekend, just in case.

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Need a new roof? No sweat! We handle repairs, complete replacements, and even offer a member only maintenance program to stay ahead of surprises down the line for just $50-$75 per month. We’re also your go-to full-service solar install and repair team whether it’s troubleshooting, swapping out faulty parts, or giving your system that extra boost, we’ve got you covered.

Got a mysterious drip or leak? We’re leak detectives too roof or otherwise. And when it comes to your home’s exterior, we do gutters, siding, and all those finishing touches that make a big difference, without the hassle.

Two decades in, and we still believe in a consultative customer focused approach with reliable service that builds long-term relationships, not just roofs. We don’t want repeat customers, we want referrals. Whether you need emergency fixes or just a hand keeping things in great shape, C2 Roofing is ready to roll.

Phone number: 972-528-ROOF (7663)
Check us out here: https://c2roofing.com/ 
Address: 5 Cowboys Way STE 300, Frisco, TX 75034

Frisco’s Tejasvi Manoj Named Time’s Kid of the Year ✨

Big news from Lebanon Trail High School, junior Tejasvi Manoj has been named Time Magazine’s 2025 Kid of the Year!

• Her project: Shield Seniors, a website teaching older adults how to spot and avoid online scams

• Inspiration: Her grandfather was almost tricked into wiring $2,000 in a fake debt scam

• Accomplishments: TEDx talk, honorable mention in 2024 Congressional App Challenge, visits to senior living centers

Her platform is still in preview, but already catching national attention. Safe to say, Frisco just found its next hometown hero, and the rest of us suddenly feel very unaccomplished.

Frisco Lab CEO & Doctors Pay $6M in False Claims Case 💸

True Health Diagnostics and its former CEO Christopher Grottenthaler agreed to a $6 million settlement after federal prosecutors accused them of fraudulent billing and kickback schemes.

⚖️ Allegations: Paying kickbacks disguised as consulting fees, waiving copays to boost referrals, billing unnecessary tests
🧾 Case: Began in 2016 with whistleblower complaint, involved multiple doctors and marketers
👨‍⚕️ Settlements: Local doctors and marketers also agreed to pay fines ranging from $124K–$234K

The U.S. Attorney’s office made it clear: fraud against Medicare, Medicaid, and TRICARE won’t go unchecked. Moral of the story, don’t mess with Texans, and definitely don’t mess with Texas prosecutors.

Community Rallies for Frisco’s Beloved “Snow Cone Lady” 🍧

Mary Mathis Sanchez, better known as Frisco’s Snow Cone Lady, is recovering after multiple strokes, and the community is stepping up big time.

• Location: Mary’s iconic stand on Main St. (40+ years running!)

• Challenge: Closed most of summer due to construction & Mary’s sudden health setback

• Support: Benefit concert scheduled for Sept. 28, fundraiser events ongoing

• Family says: Mary is recovering, and her spirit is as strong as ever

Her secret recipe snow cones have been a tradition for generations, and now, Frisco is making sure her legacy continues. If love could heal, Mary would already be back behind the counter.

🎬 Movie Night in The District – Friday, Sept 12 @ PGA Frisco | No Cost
Catch The Game Plan under the stars. Bring a blanket, grab food from PGA restaurants, and sip from roaming beverage carts. (Pets allowed, lawn chairs sadly not.)
📍 PGA District | 7–9 PM
Details: Here

🌽 Frisco Rotary Farmers Market – Saturday, Sept 13 @ 3000 Internet Blvd | No Cost
Fresh produce, honey, wine, baked goods, and more. Shop, snack, and support local vendors, this is Frisco’s weekend heartbeat.
📍 3000 Internet Blvd | 9 AM–1 PM
Details: Here

🥁 Frisco High School Band Play-A-Thon – Saturday, Sept 13 @ Kaleidoscope Park | No Cost
Support the marching band! Request songs, drop donations in the bucket, and cheer on Frisco’s talented student musicians.
📍 Kaleidoscope Park | 11–11:45 AM
Details: Here

⚽ FC Dallas vs. Austin FC – Saturday, Sept 13 @ Toyota Stadium | Ticketed
The Texas rivalry is back! Expect a rowdy, high energy crowd as Dallas defends home turf.
📍 Toyota Stadium | 7:30 PM

🦖 Dinosaur Day in The District – Saturday, Sept 13 @ PGA Frisco | Ticketed
Animatronic dinos, fossil exhibits, crafts, photo ops, a themed putting course, and a family movie on the giant video wall to close the night. Perfect for kids, or anyone still in their Jurassic Park phase.
📍 PGA District | 2–9 PM
Details: Here

🧘 Fitness Classes – Saturday, Sept 13 @ Kaleidoscope Park | No Cost
This weekend: Yoga at 9 AM, followed by Rumble Fitness at 10 AM. BYO mat, stay hydrated, and maybe treat yourself to brunch after.
📍 Kaleidoscope Park | 9–11 AM
Details: Here

Fri 12 – Mostly Sunny | 95° / 72°
Sat 13 – Partly Cloudy | 93° / 72°
Sun 14 – Partly Cloudy | 93° / 71°
Mon 15 – Mostly Sunny | 93° / 70°

Translation: A hot but decent weekend, perfect for snow cones, dinos, and maybe a soccer match (just bring water).

That’s it for this week, Frisco! Whether you’re cheering on FC Dallas, rocking out at the Play A Thon, or lining up for a farmers market peach, enjoy this September stretch while it lasts. And check on your neighbors, we’re all just trying to stick together.

Catch y’all Monday!

— Hamza Sohail | Frisco Insider | September 12th