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So the answer to this week’s email subject line is … nothing. Absolutely nothing. Except that each of those things represents things to do this weekend in Frisco. Plus a boxing match at The Star and a fun outdoor summer market — two other things that have nothing in common, but hey, that’s the cool diversity of activity available in Frisco, Texas! Check out this week’s Top 5 events and then scroll further for other fantastic content.

Top 5 Things to Do This Week

🤠 Shameless – A Tribute to Garth Brooks: Dust off those boots and head to PGA this Saturday night for a boot-stompin’, hat-tippin’ tribute to Garth Brooks! No tickets, no fuss — just bring a blanket, grab a spot, and sing your heart out to hits like “Friends in Low Places.”

🥊 Rodriguez meets Cafu: It’s champ vs. champ as Jesse ‘Bam’ Rodriguez throws down with Phumelele Cafu in a title unification clash at Ford Center on July 19. Expect fans, fists, and a whole lotta fight night energy!

🪩Sounds of Summer - Mamma Mia Night: Calling all dancing queens! ABBA tribute band Super Trooper hits the stage Friday night with all the glitter, groove, and guilty-pleasure hits you love. Yes, you will be singing along.

🛍️ Shop Local Summer Market: Soak up the sunshine and support local at Kaleidoscope Park this Saturday from 10–2! From handmade goods to kid-run booths and tasty bites, it’s a feel-good market with major summer vibes.

🐢⚾Frisco RoughRiders TMNT Night: Cowabunga, baseball fans! The Riders are going full ninja this Saturday with TMNT jerseys, themed fun, and turtle power galore. Heroes in a half-shell ... and on the diamond! See a preview on the RR’s IG! 👇

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. If you have scoop, please send our editor a note!

• Your coffee breaks are about to get a whole lot cuter! CuppaPug, the wildly popular London-based pug café, is making its Texas debut, bringing lattes, laughs, and lots of lovable snorts to Stonebrook Parkway. Picture this: sipping a pug-themed cocktail while surrounded by a pack of squishy-faced charmers — some of whom are even up for adoption. With every ticket supporting local pug charities, this café is part cuddle fest, part rescue mission, and 100% adorable.

• Heads up, sports fans — FIFA World Cup 26 tickets go on sale September 10th, with fans encouraged to register early at FIFA.com/tickets to snag a spot in the first draw. With 6.5 million fans expected across North America, North Texas is stepping into the spotlight — Arlington’s AT&T Stadium will host a record nine matches, while Frisco’s Toyota Stadium will serve as a training base for a top-ranked team.

• Frisco’s newest Chick-fil-A is opening its doors in East Frisco. Yeah, we know — big fat deal. But, they’re opening with a big side of generosity! The Lexington Village location, debuting July 17, is celebrating with a $25,000 donation to Feeding America to help fight hunger through the North Texas Food Bank. But that’s not all: guests who show up in cow-themed attire on opening day can score a free entrée or kids’ meal.

• It might be time to officially forgive Southwest Airlines for dramatically changing its seating and luggage policies last year. This week, the airlines announced they will start flying to St. Thomas in the U.S. Virgin Islands in early 2026. St. Thomas is the first of three new destinations for 2026 that Southwest expects to announce this summer.

🌟 Inspiring Read Alert🌟 

Frisco ISD student Arja Singh shared a powerful perspective on what civic engagement means — not just on the national stage, but right here at home in Frisco. From a thoughtful conversation with Mayor Jeff Cheney to reflections on youth involvement, this piece is a must-read for anyone who believes in the power of local leadership. 🙌 👏 It’s amazing to see Frisco students stepping up, asking big questions, and shaping the future of our community. Way to go, Arja!

READ: Learning to Lead Where You Live: A Frisco Student’s Perspective on Civic Engagement

Say Anything

Yes, like the 1989 Romantic Comedy starring John Cusack and Ione Skye — only completely different. We love hearing from our subscribers. Anything and everything. Pro or con. Random or in reply.

So, when we received this note from a Frisco foodie, we had to share. She’s keeping a pulse on the local restaurant scene — specifically, any category other than fast casual. Because we all appreciate a solid casual spot, but this is Frisco — we have a reputation to uphold. And Frisco resident Judy understands that:

“I try to keep up on new restaurants in the area. I like to visit them after they’ve been open a while to get the kinks out. We’re very much looking forward to trying Musume. After living in Tokyo for a few years, I’m always interested in authentic Japanese food. There’s a nice Japanese restaurant nearby called 'Blue Fin' on Main Street. We have a favorite 'go-to' restaurant in Plano... 'Bulla Gastrobar'. We go for Tapas and their Paella. I wish there were restaurants here that offer the 'real deal' Spanish food. 'Perry's' is our favorite restaurant in this area. The food and service is always impeccable. I think stories on Chefs in the area that have been on the Food Network would draw attention to them and their restaurants, also. There is WB's Table. His food is good, however I wish his menu was larger. Looking forward to the replacement of 'City Works', we always enjoyed going there! Anyway, that is my two cents worth! Keep up the good work, and looking forward to any and all hot tips on where to eat.”

Okay now it’s YOUR TURN to SAY ANYTHING. Give us your Frisco feels. What do you love? What do you wish to change? What has your attention lately? If you take a moment to tell us, we just might take a moment to publish your thoughts (cited with first name only).

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Frisco Famous

One of our loyal Frisco FYI subscribers shared this fun tidbit with us!

Meet Jerry, the pint-sized pup from our very own Frisco, Texas, who just popped his way into the Guinness World Records — one bottle cap at a time! 🐶💥 What started as a quirky habit of chewing on recycled water bottles turned into a jaw-dropping talent: Jerry can expertly remove bottle caps using just his mouth and paws, all with the precision of a seasoned pro.

His record-breaking feat isn’t just adorable — it’s a celebration of creativity, resilience, and the magic that happens when you turn playtime into purpose. Once overlooked, Jerry is now a global sensation, proving you don’t need fancy toys or a pedigree to make history. Just a few bottles, a lot of heart, and a whole lot of tail-wagging determination!

Jerry’s official Guinness World Record achievement is: “the most plastic bottle caps removed by a dog in one minute is 11, and was achieved by Jerry, the dachshund and his handler, Sathya Priya Easwaran, on June 22, 2025.”

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