Frisco Insider - Tribute + Univeral Construction + More

Howdy, Frisco

Happy Monday, friends! We’ve officially survived the first weekend of September, complete with scorpion scares, and enough “is this finally fall?” conversations to fill a group text. Not to mention the decent weather. The good news is that this week looks sunny, steady, and filled with events to keep us distracted while we wait for the State Fair corndogs. Let’s get into it.

Frisco Memorial Dedicates Season to Austin Metcalf

The Frisco Memorial Warriors have dedicated their entire season to Austin Metcalf, the standout senior tragically killed in a stabbing during a track meet last spring.

• Location: Ford Center at The Star

• Motto: “All In,” with the L’s replaced by 11 (Austin’s jersey number)

• Austin’s twin brother, Hunter, carried his jersey onto the field during the coin toss

• Family members filled the stands in matching “All In” shirts to show their support

Fans and players alike say this season is about more than football, it’s about honoring Austin’s memory and rallying around his family. Every play this season will be a silent tribute to the teammate, friend, and brother who left too soon.

Frisco Business Owners, This Is For You (No Cost)

We’re putting together Frisco Insider’s End of Year Business Directory, and we want YOU in it.

This is your chance to:

• Get your business in front of thousands of engaged Frisco residents

• Build trust and visibility in our growing community

• Be part of a go to local resource that people will use well into 2026

The best part? It’s at no cost. 🎉

We’re doing this as a way to spotlight and thank the businesses that make Frisco such a vibrant place to live.

Don’t miss your chance, click the link below to apply today and secure your spot in the directory.

Thank you for being a part of the Frisco community. We’re excited to feature you!

Apply Here

$550M Universal Theme Park in Frisco Taking Shape 🎢

The Universal Kids Resort is rising fast on its 97 acre site at Panther Creek Pkwy & the Tollway.

🎢 Brightly colored attractions and coaster tracks now visible from aerial shots
🏨 Planned: 300 room hotel + restaurants, shops, family rides
📅 Timeline: Construction started in 2023 → Opening in 2026
💼 Expected impact: New jobs, new tourism, and lots of traffic (sorry in advance)

While it won’t be Orlando sized, Frisco’s version will be the first of its kind, a fully kid focused Universal park. Translation: a new go to birthday spot and another reason your relatives will “suddenly” want to visit.

Weekly Roadwork Roundup 🚧

Fresh cones, same headaches. This week’s construction zones:

• New Pavement: Rock Creek Ln.

• Ongoing Pavement: Stallion Ranch Rd., Speargrass Dr., Mistley Park

• Pavement + Utility: Kings Ridge Rd. between Castle Dr. & Camelot Dr.

Add an extra five minutes to the school drop off shuffle, your future self will thank you.

9th Positive West Nile Sample in Frisco 🦟

Two more mosquito pools in Frisco have tested positive for West Nile virus, bringing this season’s total to nine.

• Areas sprayed overnight this weekend: Starwood, Cheyenne Village, Estates on Legacy, Trails of West Frisco, Meadow Creek, Spring View Estates

• Spraying schedule happened Sept. 5–7, 9 PM to 5 AM

• Human cases: None reported in Frisco this year

🏈 Cowboys Hour Live – Monday, Sept 8 @ Sidecar Social | No Cost
Current Cowboys players join Brad Sham & Nicole Hutchinson for a live taping with food and drink specials. Perfect excuse to skip cooking and talk football with the pros.
📍 Sidecar Social | 6–7 PM
Details: Here

⚾ Frisco RoughRiders vs. NW Arkansas Naturals – Tuesday, Sept 9 @ Riders Field | Ticketed
Hot dogs, fireworks, and maybe even a splash from the Lazy River.
📍 Riders Field | 7 PM first pitch

🎸 Dinner Show: Def Leggend (Def Leppard Tribute) – Wednesday, Sept 10 @ The Revel Patio Grill | Ticketed
Grab dinner and relive the glory of ‘80s rock with this Def Leppard tribute band. Expect all the classics (yes, Pour Some Sugar On Me included).
📍 The Revel | 7:30–9:30 PM | 21+ after 9 PM
Details: Here

🎉 State Fair Classic Family Fun Day – Thursday, Sept 11 @ Kaleidoscope Park | No Cost
Celebrate 100 years of the State Fair Classic with giveaways, food, face painting, balloon twisters, and music. Great family warm up before the big game weekend.
📍 Performance Lawn | 5:30–7:30 PM
Details: Here

🎶 Live After 5 – Thursday, Sept 11 @ Kaleidoscope Park | No Cost
Weekly outdoor concert series featuring local artists. This week: Pri takes the stage, perfect for a picnic and a midweek reset.
📍 Community Stage | 6–8 PM
Details: Here

Mon 8 – Sunny | 84° / 60°
Tue 9 – Sunny | 87° / 63°
Wed 10 – Sunny | 90° / 67°
Thu 11 – Sunny | 93° / 70°

Translation: A whole week of sunshine, finally no excuses not to mow the lawn.

That’s it for today, Frisco! Whether you’re catching a Cowboys live taping, braving RoughRiders baseball, or just swatting mosquitoes, make this week count. And check on your neighbors, we’re all just trying to get to sweater weather without melting first.

Catch y’all Wednesday!

— Hamza Sohail | Frisco Insider | September 8th