Frisco FYI: Local Highlights + Hot Topics Beyond the Bubble

⸺From Dolly Lookalikes and TikTok Troubles to Gulf Coast Flavors, Here’s What’s Making Waves This Week!

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Nicole Barron
January 14, 2025

Welcome back to Frisco FYI ⸺ This week’s edition is packed with local must-dos, from Dolly Day at Truck Yard to a mother-daughter golf clinic, plus trending topics beyond Frisco, like Reese Witherspoon’s snow cream and TikTok’s uncertain future. Dive in for all the buzz, both near and far!

Top 5 Things to Do This Week

  • 🤠 Vote for Dolly: Saturday is “Dolly Day” at Truck Yard! Enjoy Dolly-themed drinks, Dolly Parton covers and other live music, plus a dazzling Dolly Impersonator! Dress to impress with rhinestones, western wear, and all things that shine because there’s a “Best Dolly & Jolene Lookalike Contest” at 7 pm!

  • 🏌️‍♀️Leave the Gentlemen at Home: PGA of America Coaching Center is hosting a mother-daughter golf clinic! Whether you’re a seasoned golfer or a complete beginner, this clinic welcomes women and girls (13+) to enjoy the game together. 

  • 🤓 Alert the nerds: It’s the Revenge of the Nerds at Lexus Box Garden at Legacy Hall! The Spazmatics are ready to party on Saturday, January 18th starting at 7 pm. Get your thick black glasses, suspenders, and calculators ready!

  • 🦋 See the butterfly up close: You’ve driven past it, but have you stopped at Kaleidoscope Park to play, yet? Phone a friend and go check it out this weekend. We heard the Girl Scouts will be there selling cookies.

  • 🩸 Wanted–Type O: The Carter BloodCare Bus will be in the PGA District on Saturday, January 18 from 11 am–3 pm. Bonus, donors will receive a complimentary hooded long-sleeve shirt. All blood types are needed, but especially “O” negative, the universal blood type that can save the lives of all patients.

Weekly Flavor Fest

Since its opening in 2024, Tricky Fish at The Star has quickly become a go-to spot for those seeking the vibrant flavors and laid-back charm of the “Third Coast.”

What’s the Third Coast? For those who dream of sun-soaked days and breezy evenings along the Gulf Coast, the “Third Coast” embodies that spirit. From Cancún to Key West and everywhere in between, it’s all about good food, great company, and unforgettable memories. Tricky Fish brings this ethos to life with a menu packed with fresh, flavorful seafood and more. The beachy, casual concept is a natural fit for Frisco, where residents often vacation along Florida’s scenic 30A. Read more 👉👉Escape to the Third Coast: Tricky Fish Brings Gulf Coast Vibes to Frisco

Image credit: The Star District

Frisco Rumor Mill

The latest whispers and speculations about exciting local developments, from potential new biz openings to upcoming community projects and events everyone is talking about.

  • This is not a drill: Construction on a new parking garage in downtown Frisco is set to begin in February, promising more parking spaces and improved access for everyone. Keep calm and get ready for a smoother downtown experience by May 2026.

  • Feeling probiotic: The new Tower at HALL Park has announced its first tenant. Grab a spoon and welcome popular greek yogurt brand, Chobani, to Frisco.

  • Recently announced: Among the 3 locations where the Dallas Country, Blues, and Red Dirt Festival will set up camp, you can catch it close to home at Grandscape in May.

  • DPHQ3: Dude Perfect, the YouTube group with a bajillion followers, known for its viral trick shots, sports challenges, and comedy, has unveiled its brand-new headquarters in Frisco. They’ve been based here forever, but recently let us know “We Built The World's Greatest Office" and invited a few pro athletes, celebrities, and fellow YouTubers to join the fun. Watch below:

Beyond Frisco

A handful of 🔥hot headlines🔥 from elsewhere.

Reese Witherspoon's Snow Cream Melted the Internet: Reese Witherspoon's viral "Snow Ice Cream" video has the internet divided like a snowball fight at a summer picnic. On one side, you have the adventurous foodies who are now whipping up "snow cream" recipes faster than you can say "frostbite.” On the other side, the skeptics are clutching their air purifiers, horrified at the thought of eating snow that's been marinated in pollutants. One thing's for sure: Reese has turned a simple snow day into a culinary controversy that's as frosty as it is funny. Who knew a little snow could cause such a flurry of opinions?

Don’t Take My TikTok: The looming possibility of TikTok disappearing after January 19, 2025, has teens and professional "tiktokkers" in a state of digital despair. It's like someone threatened to take away their Wi-Fi and replace it with dial-up! Teens are frantically searching for new platforms to showcase their dance moves, while professional users are contemplating a career change to mime artistry. The internet is buzzing with memes of people clutching their phones, praying for a last-minute miracle. If TikTok does vanish, we might just see a new wave of "TikTok Anonymous" support groups popping up everywhere!

The Birkin Brouhaha: Imagine the luxury world clutching its pearls as Walmart's $80 "Wirkin" bag, a cheeky knockoff of the iconic Hermès Birkin, sent fashionistas into a tizzy. It's like finding a gourmet meal at a fast-food joint—unexpected, controversial, and oddly satisfying.

Banished Words of 2025: Lake Superior State University annually releases a list of "banished words" to spotlight overused, misused, or unnecessary vocabulary. This year's list includes terms like "era," "sorry not sorry," and "dropped," encouraging people to rethink their word choices (especially if you uttered the word “skibidi” even once in 2024).

AI Ascends, Humans Hold Ground: In the race for the fastest-growing jobs, AI roles like Engineer and Consultant are rocketing to the top, while human-centric positions such as Physical Therapist and Travel Advisor remind us that some skills are irreplaceable. Meanwhile, post-pandemic trends are boosting demand for frontline roles, making the job market a fascinating blend of tech and touch.

Sports Spotlight

We proudly call our city “Sports City USA” – a fitting nickname by all counts – but with great power comes great responsibility, right? Dallas Cowboys and MLS soccer aside, there are a lot of Frisco kids competing in a lot of competitive sports any given weekend, and research shows that children who specialize in a sport before the age of 14 are more likely to burn out, quit sports, or experience long-term health issues. Scottish Rite for Children has some food for thought to offer parents as they strive to raise well-balanced athletes.

Live the Lifestyle: This Week’s Featured Properties

(a.k.a. your next dream home.)

Rec of the Week: Volunteer Opps for Teenagers

Get ready to discover your next obsession. Each week, we handpick a gem just for you—a binge-worthy podcast, a must-have product, or an interesting news story.

In Frisco, community service hours are not required for high school graduation. Still, students who complete all requirements of the Community Service Program will be recognized at their graduation ceremony with a colored cord, and will be honored in the graduation program. Meanwhile, community service is often a requirement for certain organizations or clubs, like the National Charity League or Young Men’s Service League, and it’s critical to the college application process.

So, we’ve prepared a run-down of Volunteer Opportunities for Teenagers in Frisco! Share it with a friend!

ICYMI

We understand, there are a lot of emails in your Inbox. That’s why we’re here with the “In Case You Missed It” moment from last week’s newsletter.

Kids are begging their parents for them and social media creators are finding success making review videos. Somehow, a single cookie franchise that started in Logan, Utah in 2017 has turned into a $1B business selling over 300M cookies. Yet, the beloved Crumbl is not the only place in Frisco crafting these confectionary delights. Check out the shops that made our short list of the best cookies in Frisco: CLICK 👉👉 Cookie Craze – Frisco’s Favorite Sweet Spots

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Nicole Barron
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