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Howdy, Frisco!

Happy 10/10, you 10/10. You made it through another week of road detours, youth soccer traffic, and the eternal mystery of “why is every left turn in Frisco under construction?” But before you reward yourself with a pumpkin spice latte or two, here’s your Friday fix of what’s happening around town, from a paw-some Sunday event to some seriously good food news.

🐶 Frisco City Council Backs $12.8M Animal Facility Plan

Big news for Frisco’s four legged resident, and the humans who adore them. The city is moving forward with a plan to build a two story, 18,987 square foot animal facility near PGA Parkway and Executive Drive through a public private partnership.

Highlights:

• $12.8 million project on 4.05 acres (funded by the Frisco CDC)

• Includes training, vet clinics, adoption services, grooming, and a pet pantry

• Operated by Wiggle Butt Academy (yes, that’s really the name….perfection)

• Onsite vet technician 24/7 for after hours care

Police Chief David Shilson said this facility will ease pressure on the county shelter and help keep pets out of the system entirely. The goal? A more humane, community driven approach, where pets find homes faster and get care closer to home. Now that’s what we call a purr-fect plan.

Frisco CEO Says Foreign Skilled Workers Create U.S. Jobs, Not Take Them

In an opinion that’s stirring some thoughtful debate, Awarity CEO Aditya Varanasi argues that foreign skilled workers don’t take jobs, they help create them.

His points:

• The U.S. issues 85,000 H-1B visas annually (just 21.8% of applicants get picked).

• Workers bring specialized STEM skills that power innovation.

• His own company’s H-1B hires helped expand jobs for U.S. citizens

Varanasi says that proposals to charge a $100,000 visa fee could stunt innovation and push bright minds to other countries.

🍖 Soulful Street Bites Brings Southern Comfort to Frisco

Good news for your taste buds (and bad news for your diet): Soulful Street Bites has officially opened at 5757 Main St., Suite 100.

Menu Must Tries:

• Brisket mac & cheese

• Fried ribs (yes, that’s a thing)

• Oxtails and pot roast that taste like Sunday at grandma’s

• Southern style sides that hit you with nostalgia

The team says their goal is simple, to be “a pillar in the community” where people come to feel at home. So yeah, if you see me there with barbecue sauce on my shirt, mind your business.
Their Website: www.soulfulstreetbites.com

🏈 UFL Team Relocates to Frisco, Dallas Renegades Return Home

Pro football is coming to Frisco, folks! The Arlington Renegades are packing up and rebranding back to their original name, the Dallas Renegades, as they move from Arlington’s Choctaw Stadium to Toyota Stadium in 2026.

What to know:

• Head Coach: Bob Stoops (yes, that Bob Stoops)

• Venue: Toyota Stadium (shared with FC Dallas)

• Full schedule & ticket packages to come later this year

The move aligns with Toyota Stadium’s ongoing $182 million renovation, and FC Dallas President Dan Hunt says the partnership will bring “a powerhouse of football energy” to Frisco.

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🎬 Spooky Movie Series: The Haunted Mansion | No Cost
📍 PGA District | Friday, Oct. 10 | 7–9 PM
It’s spooky season, baby. Kick off your weekend with The Haunted Mansion under the stars. Grab a blanket, snag some snacks from PGA’s roaming carts, and settle in for a frightfully fun family night.
Reminder: No outside food or drinks. Pets on leashes welcome.
Details: Here

🧘 Fitness Classes at Kaleidoscope Park | No Cost
📍 Kaleidoscope Park | Saturday, Oct. 11 | 9–10 AM (Yoga), 10 AM (Barre & Bubbles Pilates)
It’s time to stretch, breathe, and pretend you didn’t just eat an entire plate of brisket mac last night. Just bring your mat, water, and post workout smoothie plan.
Details: Here

🎸 Luke Combs & Eric Church Tribute Night | Ticketed
📍 The Revel Patio Grill | Saturday, Oct. 11 | 7:30 PM–12 AM
It’s a double header of country greatness, Like Combs and Take Me to Church bring the hits, heart, and honky tonk vibes straight to Frisco. Expect a rowdy night of sing alongs, cold drinks, and maybe a few tears during “Beautiful Crazy.”
21+ after 9 PM unless with a parent. Yeehaw responsibly.
Details: Here

🦒 Dallas Zoo Animal Adventures | No Cost
📍 Kaleidoscope Park, Performance Lawn | Saturday, Oct. 11 | 1 PM & 2 PM
Meet exotic animals up close during two family friendly, 45 minute shows led by zoo staff. Birds, mammals, reptiles, all the stars of the animal kingdom are coming to Frisco for one wild afternoon. Great for kids (and kids at heart).
Details: Here

🐾 Tails & Touchdowns Presented by The Farmer’s Dog | No Cost
📍 The Star | Sunday, Oct. 12 | 11 AM–3 PM
Okay, this one’s huge, and adorable. Bring your pup for a football themed dog festival featuring photo ops, treats, and a Four Legged Fan of the Game Costume Contest. There’ll be a Puppy Pro Shop, free goodies, and even an Adoption Zone.
Basically, it’s the Super Bowl for dogs. Don’t miss it, your furry friend will never forgive you.
Details: Here

❤️ Taste of Special Sauce | No Cost
📍 8501 Rasor Boulevard, Plano, TX | Tuesday, Oct. 21 | 7–8:30 PM

Discover the six “ingredients” to lasting peace and mental well being with author and counselor Shannon Thornton. Based on her book Special Sauce, this fun evening blends real talk, reflection, and practical tools you can use right away.

Enjoy light refreshments, get your book signed, join the Q&A, and maybe even get special gifts. This hosted by one our very own subscribers!
Details: Here

Fri (Oct 10): Sunny | 86° / 61°
Sat (Oct 11): Sunny | 89° / 64°
Sun (Oct 12): Sunny | 89° / 68°
Mon (Oct 13): Mostly Sunny | 89° / 67°

Translation: Perfect weather to get outdoors, but also suspiciously perfect….so pack sunscreen and a backup hoodie, just in case Texas remembers it’s unpredictable.

That’s it for this week, Frisco. Whether you’re howling with your dog at The Star, hitting a yoga class, or devouring bbq, make it a 10/10 kind of weekend, because, well, you are one.

Catch y’all Monday!
— Hamza Sohail | Frisco Insider | October 10, 2025