Posted on: October 1, 2023
(September 24, 2023) The following roadway projects may impact traffic. Unless noted otherwise, expect an estimated two weeks for completion (weather permitting).
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Posted on: September 28, 2023
(September 28, 2023) As part of NTTA’s Tollway construction project, the northbound Dallas Pkwy. frontage road will be closed between PGA Pkwy. and University Dr. (US 380) for up to two days starting Friday night, September 29. In addition, the ...
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Posted on: September 22, 2023
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Adoption of Tax Rate (PDF)
City of Frisco ADOPTED A TAX RATE THAT WILL RAISE MORE TAXES FOR MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS THAN LAST YEAR’S TAX RATE.
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Posted on: September 24, 2023
(September 24, 2023) The following roadway projects may impact traffic. Unless noted otherwise, expect an estimated two weeks for completion (weather permitting).
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Posted on: September 20, 2023
FRISCO’S FY2024 BUDGET REDUCES PROPERTY TAX RATE, INCREASES HOMESTEAD EXEMPTION AND PROVIDES FOR 74 NEW POSITIONS
(September 20, 2023) The City of Frisco’s new budget reduces the property tax rate while raising the homestead exemption. ...
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Posted on: September 20, 2023
Frisco Police Crime Scene Unit Adopts New National Science Standards
(Septemeber 20, 2023) The Frisco Police Department is proud to announce that its Crime Scene Unit has been recognized for voluntarily adopting national forensic standards published by the...
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Posted on: September 10, 2023
(September 10, 2023) This project may impact traffic. Unless noted otherwise, expect an estimated two weeks for completion (weather permitting).
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Posted on: September 5, 2023
(September 5, 2023) A public meeting to vote on the proposed 2023 tax rate will be held September 19, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. at the George A Purefoy Municipal Center. Required notices are posted below.
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Posted on: August 29, 2023
(August 29, 2023) Just before 3 p.m. today, Frisco Fire Department responded to a call of a ‘man drowning’ in the 7700 block of Snug Harbor in the Hackberry area of Denton County. When they arrived on the scene, Frisco Fire personnel r...
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Posted on: August 24, 2023
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(August 24, 2023) Wing and Walmart are working together to launch drone delivery in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex in the coming weeks, starting at the Walmart Supercenter 8555 Preston Rd. in Fri...
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Posted on: July 28, 2023
(July 28, 2023) FRISCO, TX – On the morning of Sunday, July 23rd, 2023, a Frisco Police Officer observed a black Dodge Charger with an out of state license plate leaving a hotel. Due to recent burglaries and vehicle thefts in which Chargers are ...
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Posted on: June 22, 2023
(June 22, 2023) All Frisco homeowners (with homestead status) are getting a bigger break on their property tax bill. This week, the Frisco City Council unanimously voted to raise the residential homestead exemption to 15% -- up from 12.5%. &...
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Posted on: June 28, 2023
(June 28, 2023 – 4:05 p.m.) Atmos crews have stopped the gas leak. Electricity remains off; however, crews are working to restore power. The ‘shelter in place’ advisory is lifted. Thank you for ...
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Posted on: June 19, 2023
(June 19, 2023) Frisco’s City Manager says the best person to lead the Frisco Fire Department into the future already calls Frisco ‘home’.
Wes Pierson, City Manager, is promoting Lee Glover to Frisco Fire ...
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Posted on: June 16, 2023
(June 16, 2023) Share your ideas for redeveloping Frisco’s historic downtown, The Rail District, during an Open House on Tuesday, June 20. The event will be held inside the George A. Purefoy Municipal Center, 6101 Frisco Square Blvd. ...
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Posted on: June 14, 2023
(June 14, 2023)The Frisco Police Department has terminated and arrested 34-year-old Kendal Augustus, who was employed as a police officer when allegations surfaced that he had an inappropriate relationship with a student.
On June 8, 2023, the de...
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Posted on: June 13, 2023
(June 13, 2023) A new traffic signal on Warren Pkwy. just west of Preston Rd. is being activated today in the flashing mode. This traffic signal will serve the Center at Preston Ridge shopping center on the south side of Warren Pkwy. and the Fri...
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Posted on: June 7, 2023
(June 7, 2023) Hickory Street will be closed east of Preston Road for a week starting Thursday morning, June 8, at 9:00 a.m. so that new utilities can be extended under the road. The road is expected to reopen on Thursday, June 15, at the end of...
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Posted on: May 31, 2023
(May 31, 2023) The public is invited to meet candidates for the Frisco Fire Chief position on Thursday, June 1. The ‘Meet & Greet’ will be held from 6 – 8 p.m. on the fourth floor of City Hall inside the George A. Purefoy Municipal Center, 6101 Frisco...
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Posted on: May 30, 2023
(May 30, 2023) Just before 3 p.m. this afternoon, the Frisco Fire Department (FFD) was notified of a residence on fire in the 7100 block of Old Province Way. Fire crews arrived to find fire coming from the roof. While on scene, firefi...
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Posted on: May 23, 2023
(May 23, 2023) Two new faces are joining the team of Assistant City Managers in Frisco. Rob Millar and E.A. Hoppe will begin their new roles this summer. Wes Pierson, City Manager, selected Millar and Hoppe (pronounced Hop-ee) from a po...
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Posted on: May 8, 2023
Frisco Police Take Student into Custody for Online Threat
FRISCO, TX – The Frisco Police Department has taken a Maus Middle School student into custody for an online threat made over the weekend.
On Sunday, May 7, 2023, around 1:30 pm, the Frisco...
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Posted on: May 1, 2023
(May 2, 2023 - Update) “The safety our residents and visitors to Frisco is our top priority. For this reason we will not wait until someone is seriously injured or killed before we take steps to keep our community safe. What we saw Saturday night at the F...
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Posted on: April 25, 2023
(April 25, 2023) Frisco Police are investigating multiple thefts reported in which unsuspecting victims had their jewelry removed by unknown subjects.
Since the beginning of March of 2023, the Frisco Police Department has received nine reports of...
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Posted on: April 21, 2023
(April 21, 2023) The City of Frisco is taking ‘next steps’ to make the greater Grand Park a reality. But those next steps will move a little differently – and at a faster pace.
“We’re t...
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Posted on: April 14, 2023
Wanted Subject Barricades Inside Apartment, Standoff Ensues
(April 14, 2023) The Frisco Police Department assisted the Texas Rangers serving an arrest warrant in which the wanted subject barricaded himself inside an acquaintance’s residence and u...
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Posted on: March 24, 2023
(March 24, 2023) Little Ranch Rd will be closed permanently between the wastewater treatment plant and Teel Pkwy starting Monday, March 27 (see attached map). This gravel road is being removed so that a new road can be built in its place with a ...
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Posted on: March 13, 2023
(March 13, 2023) With a heavy heart, we’re sad to share news about the passing of Mayor Bob Warren, who died at 102. ‘Mayor Bob’ served three-terms as mayor, 1989 – 1996. Prior to being elected mayor, he s...
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Posted on: March 21, 2023
(March 22, 2023) UPDATE: Due to wet weather, only one northbound lane will open to drivers this week. Once pavement is completely dry, crews can stripe the second lane.
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Posted on: March 7, 2023
(March 7, 2023) Tonight, the City of Frisco approved zoning to allow Universal Parks & Resorts (FTVN Corp.) to move forward to develop its ‘one-of-a kind theme park’ specifically designed for families with young children,...
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Posted on: March 6, 2023
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Posted on: March 4, 2023
(March 4, 2023) Check it out! The new Frisco Public Library is now open with three times the space, more computers and high-tech amenities, a larger learning playscape, a social staircase and a towering, skeletal model dinosaur centerpiece! &...
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Posted on: March 3, 2023
NEW FRISCO PUBLIC LIBRARY OPENS MARCH 4 FOLLOWING RIBBON CUTTING; CHECK OUT SHUTTLE SERVICE, ‘KNOW BEFORE YOU GO’ WEBPAGE
(March 4, 2023) The new Frisco Public Library opens March 4 in a new location with three times the space. This ‘adap...
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Posted on: March 3, 2023
(March 3, 2023) As part of NTTA’s Tollway widening project, east-and-westbound Panther Creek Pkwy beneath the Dallas North Tollway (DNT) will be closed nightly from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. Sunday, March 5, through Wednesday, March 15 (weather permittin...
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Posted on: February 24, 2023
(February 24, 2023) As part of the Meadow Hill Dr reconstruction project, Rogers Rd will be closed at Meadow Hill Dr starting Monday, February 27. It is expected to remain closed for about two months.
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Posted on: February 24, 2023
(February 24, 2023) As part of NTTA’s Tollway widening project, westbound Panther Creek Pkwy will be closed between the Dallas Pkwy frontage roads each night starting Sunday, February 26. The road will close each night at 9 p.m. and re...
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Posted on: February 24, 2023
(February 24, 2023) As part of a reconstruction project in the City of McKinney, eastbound Eldorado Pkwy will be closed east of Custer Rd starting Monday, February 27. In addition, the left-turn lane on westbound Eldorado Pkwy at Custer Rd will ...
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Posted on: February 9, 2023
(February 1, 2023) The North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) will temporarily change the disinfectant in its water treatment process from March 6 through April 3, 2023. The annual, routine change is necessary to maintain the regional syst...
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Posted on: January 24, 2023
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(January 24, 2023) The Frisco Police Department recently participated in a multi-agency operation targeting the demand for prostitution, which resulted in 23 arrests in Frisco.
On Thursday, January 12 and Frida...
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Posted on: January 19, 2023
(January 19, 2023) ‘How would you like to see Frisco’s remaining 16-percent of undeveloped land take shape?’
That’s one of the question’s staff will be posing to members of the Comprehens...
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Posted on: January 19, 2023
(January 19, 2023) McAfee, a global leader in online protection, is proud to announce its new regional headquarters located in Frisco, Texas.
McAfee will occupy facilities located at The Star in Frisco starting mid-2023. As the latest corporate addition to...
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Posted on: January 11, 2023
First of its kind theme park to feature immersive themed areas, attractions and entertainment that celebrate Universal stories and characters(January 11, 2023) Universal Parks & Resorts announces a one-of-a-kind theme park, unlike any other ...
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Posted on: January 11, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Wednesday, January 11, 2023
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Posted on: January 11, 2023
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Posted on: November 23, 2022
(November 23, 2022) FRISCO, TX – In addition to the previously reported robberies in the Regents Park area, Frisco Police are also investigating two thefts from persons that appear to be related.
On Sunday, November 20...
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Posted on: November 17, 2022
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Thursday, November 17, 2022
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Posted on: November 16, 2022
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Posted on: November 15, 2022
City crafts new public-private partnership with Rollertown Beerworks
(November 15, 2022) The City of Frisco is a step closer to approving a new public-private partnership with a brewery production facility which, city leaders believe, will pour tourism dol...
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Posted on: November 15, 2022
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Tuesday, November 15, 2022
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Posted on: November 14, 2022
(November 14, 2022) The next phase of the Elm Street reconstruction project starts this week, weather permitting, on Monday, November 14. These closures are expected to remain in place for about four weeks at which time a different lane closure ...
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Posted on: November 4, 2022
(November 4, 2022) The United States Small Business Administration (SBA) is offering Disaster Assistance to Texas Businesses and Residents in Dallas County and the Contiguous Counties of Collin, Denton, Ellis, Kaufman, Rockwall & Tarrant that were aff...
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Posted on: October 25, 2022
(October 25, 2022) A new traffic signal on Ohio Drive at Stone Crest Road (North of SH 121), is being activated today in the flashing mode. While in the flashing mode, traffic on Ohio Drive will not have to stop at the flashing yellow light. &am...
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Posted on: October 20, 2022
(October 20, 2022) Following years of anticipation, the City of Frisco is introducing residents to Grand Park by opening Big Bluestem Trail. An inaugural trail walk will be held November 19 at 9 a.m. The trailhead for Big Bluestem is located off...
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Posted on: October 19, 2022
(Oct. 19, 2022) On October 18, 2022, the Frisco City Council approved the creation of the Frisco Tourism Public Improvement District (TPID). Area hoteliers alongside the Texas Hotel Lodging Association worked with Visit Frisco, the official Destination Ma...
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Posted on: October 19, 2022
(October 19 2022) The next phase of the Elm St. reconstruction project starts on Thursday, October 20. Southbound 1st St. will reopen to traffic and northbound 1st St. will be closed. In addition, Elm St. will be closed between 1st and 2nd Stree...
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Posted on: October 14, 2022
(October 14, 2022) The North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) officially dedicated Bois d’Arc Lake in Fannin County, TX today, to celebrate the completion of the state’s newest major reservoir and its associated operatio...
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Posted on: October 3, 2022
(October 3, 2022) Construction on the Dominion Hike & Bike Trail Project begins Monday, October 3 as part of the city's Hike and Bike Master Plan. The project is expected to be completed in late 2023. The existing trail on the north side of t...
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Posted on: September 6, 2022
(September 6, 2022) Kaleidoscope Park, previously referred to as Community Performance Park, is poised to become one of the most innovative, inclusive, and programmed public greenspaces in North Texas. Kaleidoscope Park is expected to open in late 2023.&a...
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Posted on: August 18, 2022
New Lane Will be Added in Each Direction
(Aug. 17, 2022) Drivers who use the Dallas North Tollway (DNT) in Frisco will soon see work underway to make their commutes easier and provide better access to developments near the DNT.
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Posted on: July 19, 2022
(July 19, 2022) The North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) is maintaining its call to action for continued reduction of outdoor watering by customers despite the progress being made to complete the critical maintenance at the Wylie Water Treatment P...
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Posted on: May 23, 2022
(May 23, 2022) Following a nationwide search, the City of Frisco names Wes Pierson as its new city manager. Pierson has more than 13 years of city management experience, including nearly 7 years as city manager in the Town of Addison w...
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Posted on: May 12, 2022
(May 12, 2022) Governor Greg Abbott today announced that Ruiz Food Products, Inc. ("Ruiz Foods") will establish a regional headquarters in Frisco, Texas. Founded in 1964, Ruiz Foods is America’s largest frozen Mexican food manufacturer...
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Posted on: April 27, 2022
(April 27, 2022) Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association (TIAA) will establish a new corporate center in Frisco, Texas. TIAA is a leading provider of secure retirements and outcome-focused investment soluti...
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Posted on: October 28, 2021
(October 28, 2021) Dallas-based developer HALL Group announced today the construction commencement of its new masterplan development that will evolve HALL Park, its existing 15-building, 162-acre office park in Frisco, Texas, into a dynamic mixed-use comm...
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Posted on: October 24, 2021
(October 24, 2021) Frisco Police are investigating a crash that left one person dead. The crash occurred around 7:30 AM on Sunday, October 24, 2021, just east of the intersection of US 380 and Coit Road.
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Posted on: October 20, 2021
(October 20, 2021) Rooted in mobility innovation, Frisco Station, a 242-acre mixed-use development in the North Platinum Corridor of Frisco, Texas, will soon be home to a drone delivery facility operated by Wing, one of the first providers of drone delive...
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Posted on: October 20, 2021
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(October 20, 2021) Today we’re unveiling a new model for drone delivery that will allow us to expand into densely-populated metropolitan areas in the United St...
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