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Howdy Frisco,

Happy Monday! You made it through the weekend, and it’s time to kick off another week with all the local news, events, and yes, another round of traffic closures because Frisco never lets us rest.

Coming up today:
💎 Swarovski is bringing the bling to Stonebriar Centre.
🏥 Texas Health Frisco has a new president.
⚽ FC Dallas has a new coach, will he finally bring us a trophy?
✈️ Nonstop flights to Italy from DFW (because you deserve a vacation).
🚧 More road closures, because of course.
🎉 Teddy bear picnics, teen culture talks, and live music.
☀️ Your weekly weather so you don’t get caught in a random cold front.

Swarovski is Bringing the Sparkle to Frisco

Need some shiny accessories to distract yourself from your credit card bill? Good news, Swarovski is opening at Stonebriar Centre this spring.

✨ They’ll sell jewelry, watches, and accessories that make you feel just fancy enough without breaking the bank too much.
📍 Location: Stonebriar Centre, 2601 Preston Rd., Suite 1057
📆 Opening: Sometime this spring (so start saving now).

Finally, a store that lets you window shop like a millionaire and maybe even treat yourself if you resist that Starbucks run.

New Leadership at Texas Health Frisco

Texas Health Frisco just appointed Tiffany Northern as the new hospital president, and if you’re wondering why you should care, here’s why:

• She’s been interim president since December, but now it’s official.

• She’s helped lead massive hospital projects, including a $58 million renovation for women & infants.

• She’s got a resume longer than a CVS receipt, with leadership experience at MedStar Health and HCA Healthcare.

Long story short, Frisco’s healthcare is in good hands. (And if you’re still avoiding your annual check-up, consider this your sign to schedule it.)

FC Dallas Gets a New Coach: Can He Actually Win?

FC Dallas has been around for 29 seasons, and while we love our boys, their trophy shelf is looking a little empty.

Enter Eric Quill, former North Texas SC coach and USL League One Coach of the Year. His strategy? Fast and direct play (aka: fewer boring passes, more GOALS).

FC Dallas’ track record:
🏆 MLS Cups Won: 0
🎟️ Playoff Appearances: 20 (but, you know… no trophies.)
👀 Number of Head Coaches We’ve Had: 12

Will Coach Quill be the guy to finally turn us into champions? Guess we’ll find out.

Nonstop Flights to Venice from DFW!

Dreaming of pizza, pasta, and gondola rides? Starting June 5, American Airlines will have direct flights from DFW to Venice.

🛫 Route: Dallas Fort Worth International Airport ✈️ Venice Marco Polo Airport
📅 Start Date: June 5, 2025
📍 Plane: Boeing 787-8

No layovers. No running through airports. Just straight to Italy for gelato and pretending you’re in a rom-com.

Frisco’s Weekly Road Closures (Because of Course)

You know the drill, expect delays, reroutes, and a little bit of road rage.

Major Closures This Week:
🚗 DNT Northbound & Southbound (Overnight Closures) from Eldorado Pkwy to Panther Creek Pkwy.
🚗 Panther Creek Pkwy Exit (NB) – Closed all week.
🚗 SH 121 Exit Ramp (SB) – Closed all week.
🚗 DNT Left Lanes from Gaylord to Cotton Gin – Nightly closures.

Moral of the story? Give yourself extra time or just… stay home.

Events You Don’t Want to Miss

🧸 Teddy Bear Picnic – March 18 @ Frisco Heritage Museum
Bring your favorite teddy bear for storytime, games, and a Teddy Bear Parade. (Yes, this is adorable, and yes, I wish I could go without judgment.)

📖 Family Story Time – March 18 @ Frisco Library | No Cost
Great for kids (and for parents who need 30 minutes of peace while someone else entertains them).

☕ Coffee & Culture: Teen Edition – March 19 @ Frisco Library
Teens can sip hot cocoa while sharing ideas about Frisco’s arts & culture. (Because, let’s be real, they’re the trendsetters now.)

🦅 Blackland Prairie Day – March 19 @ Frisco Heritage Center
A celebration of Texas wildlife featuring live birds of prey (yes, actual hawks and owls).

🎶 Live After 5 – March 20 @ Kaleidoscope Park | Free
Live music every Thursday night, perfect for a laid-back date night or an excuse to drink wine outdoors.

☀️ Your Weekly Weather

Mon 17 – Sunny | 84° / 57°
Tue 18 – Partly Cloudy | 83° / 57°
Wed 19 – Sunny | 63° / 39°
Thu 20 – Sunny | 67° / 42°

Translation: Monday & Tuesday are warm, then we get a random cold front. So if you bust out shorts too soon, that’s on you.

That’s it for today, folks! Whether you’re braving traffic, planning your Italian getaway, or just trying to survive Monday, make it a great one.

Catch y’all Wednesday!

— Hamza Sohail | Frisco Insider