Frisco Insider - Misinformation + Voting + More!

Howdy, Frisco!

It’s Friday, April 25. Whether you're staying in with your AC on blast or stepping out for wine, live music, or a cocktail class (no judgment if all three), I’ve got your must know updates, weekend to do list, and weather forecast that’s mostly sunshine with a side of Texas mood swings.

📰 This Week’s Headlines

Frisco Stabbing Story Gets Hijacked Online 

This week, social media took a serious story and turned it into… chaos. A flyer promoting a protest related to the Austin Metcalf stabbing circulated widely, with the words “Protect White Americans” and some misinformation, including a misspelled “Friso.”

Protest organized by Jake Lang, a U.S. Senate candidate in Florida
Frisco PD says they’re aware and will be present to ensure public safety
Metcalf’s dad: “This was not a race thing. This was not a political thing.”

Moral of the story? Don’t believe every viral post.

🗳️ Early Voting is ON and Here’s What You Need to Know

Early Voting: Now through April 29
Collin & Denton County voters can cast ballots at any early voting location
Hours:

• April 22–26: 8 AM–5 PM

• April 28–29: 7 AM–7 PM

What’s on the ballot?

• Frisco City Council (Places 2 & 4)

• 14 propositions including charter amendments and…

• The Big One: Frisco Center for the Arts (Propositions A & B)

Proposition A = Using economic development funds
Proposition B = Issuing up to $160M in bonds

Big names like Prosper ISD, Broadway Dallas, and Firefly Park are on board.
But not everyone’s on the arts train, some locals worry about the cost, traffic, and whether Frisco needs another “destination.”
Voters: The curtain rises May 3.

Events You Can’t Miss This Weekend

IIHF Under-18 Men’s Hockey Championships
Comerica Center | Now–May 3
Catch some of the best young players from around the world compete right here in Frisco. USA vs Sweden? That’s on April 26, yes, this Saturday.
More Info

Cocktail Class @ Sheraton Stonebriar Hotel
Friday, April 25 | 6:30–8 PM
A fancy mixology class with zero Dallas traffic and 100% vibe. Vodka, tequila, and that “I learned something tonight” confidence.
$30/person or $60/couple
More info

Cowboys Draft Day 5K
Saturday, April 26 | 8 AM
Run (or walk) through The Star and earn that sweet medal and exclusive t-shirt. Perfect excuse to pretend you're trying out for the Cowboys.
Kids Fun Run too!
More info

Frisco Uncorked @ Frisco Square
Saturday, April 26
Award-winning wines, local eats, live music, shopping, and a grape stomping competition. If you’ve never had Merlot on your toes, now’s the time.
Tickets start at $45
More info

Drive, Chip & Putt Prep Clinic (for Kids)
Saturday, April 26 | 9–10 AM
Get those young golfers (ages 13–15) tournament-ready at PGA Frisco’s coaching center. Bonus? You might just be raising the next Tiger.
$25 per clinic
More info

Rockstars Studio Session feat. Eva Gardner (Pink’s Bassist!)
Sunday, April 27 | 4–6 PM
ALL AGES event with Eva Gardner sharing her journey and insider secrets to rocking big stages. Great for aspiring musicians or anyone who just loves a good bassline.
$35 General Admission
Location: Rockstars of Tomorrow Music Academy, Frisco
More info

☀️ Your Weekend Weather

Fri 25 – Partly Cloudy | 81° / 66°
Sat 26 – Cloudy | 81° / 66°
Sun 27 – Mostly Sunny | 84° / 68°
Mon 28 – Cloudy | 85° / 68°

Translation: Friday’s perfect for patio drinks, Saturday’s ideal for wine tasting, and Sunday? That’s your walk-off-what-you-drank day.

That’s all, Frisco!
Whether you’re running, raising a glass, or making decisions at the ballot box, stay safe, be kind.

Catch y’all next week,
— Hamza Sohail | Frisco Insider