Below are headlines and links to the best stories of the week posted by our contributors for and about the Plano and Murphy areas.

Children's Medical Center unveils first phase of new Plano campus http://neighborsgo.com/stories/14407

Christ Church Plano gives $40,000 to rebuild My Friend's House http://neighborsgo.com/stories/14396

Custer Road Christian Day School Fine Arts Expo http://neighborsgo.com/stories/14378

Girl Scouts from Service Unit 151 help Habitat for Humanity http://neighborsgo.com/stories/14391

Girl Scouts from Service Unit 151 earn babysitting certificates http://neighborsgo.com/stories/14392

Overcoming batting difficulties http://neighborsgo.com/stories/14555

Plano Dance Theatre wins big at competition http://neighborsgo.com/stories/14422

The Heights Baptist Car and Motor Show benefits God's Food Pantry in Plano http://neighborsgo.com/stories/14420

Audience travels the world with Plano West choir http://neighborsgo.com/stories/14366

Performer Jack Foltyn to appear in concert http://neighborsgo.com/stories/14329

Chamberlain Performing Arts and Neiman Marcus Fashion Presentation http://neighborsgo.com/stories/14325

Susan G. Komen for the Cure Ultimate Drive http://neighborsgo.com/stories/14292

Plano veterinarian Shawn Messonnier receives 'Git Ander Award' http://neighborsgo.com/stories/14275

Collin Theatre Center presents 'The Comedy of Errors' http://neighborsgo.com/stories/14453

Jasper High band superior at Big D Classic http://neighborsgo.com/stories/14501

International students volunteer in Plano http://neighborsgo.com/stories/14493

Plano gymnast captures regional balance beam title http://neighborsgo.com/stories/14572

Dance with the Plano Senior Recreation Center http://neighborsgo.com/stories/14565

Shepton choirs receive Superior rating at Alamo Showcase http://neighborsgo.com/stories/14557

Baylor Plano and The Heart Hospital donate to Children's Advocacy Center http://neighborsgo.com/stories/14546

Levine Academy:                                                                                          Students inducted into NJHS                                                     http://neighborsgo.com/stories/14525                                                            Students take first place in stock market competition http://neighborsgo.com/stories/14524

Richardson/Far North Dallas 'Noteworthy' blog: http://neighborsgo.com/blog/noteworthy

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Below are headlines and links to the best stories of the week posted by our contributors for and about the Plano and Murphy areas.

Finding tennis partners in Plano http://neighborsgo.com/stories/14149

Registration underway for Komen North Texas Race for the Cure http://neighborsgo.com/stories/13907

Prince of Peace Catholic School to perform 'Willy Wonka Jr.' May 1-2 http://neighborsgo.com/stories/14155

John Paul II breaks ground on new athletic track and field http://neighborsgo.com/stories/14007

Area Lutherans assist Habitat for Humanity http://neighborsgo.com/stories/13961

Murphy Middle School golf tournament May 2 http://neighborsgo.com/stories/13959

Keep Murphy Beautiful cleanup http://neighborsgo.com/stories/13958

Robinson Middle School sweeps UIL competitions http://neighborsgo.com/stories/13956

Senior high students prep My Possibilities center for paint http://neighborsgo.com/stories/13955

Free homeownership promotion and foreclosure prevention seminar May 17 http://neighborsgo.com/stories/14020

The Samaritan Inn celebrates Gateway Apartments grand opening http://neighborsgo.com/stories/13889

Prestonwood Christian Academy goes green http://neighborsgo.com/stories/14063

Plano Aesthetics searches for hottest North Texas mom http://neighborsgo.com/stories/14119

Exchange Club of Murphy attends 'Believe in the Blue' http://neighborsgo.com/stories/14117

Exchange Club of Murphy meeting http://neighborsgo.com/stories/14163

Plano Stages presents 'Rock 'N' Roll in the Bowl' http://neighborsgo.com/stories/14085

Plano Stages presents 'Beatles Tribute Night' http://neighborsgo.com/stories/14082

Prestonwood Christian Academy qualifies for problem solving competition http://neighborsgo.com/stories/14081

Collin County Meals on Wheels golf tournament May 19 http://neighborsgo.com/stories/14160

Shelton School student from Plano publishes story http://neighborsgo.com/stories/14156

Daffron STOP students help prevent child abuse http://neighborsgo.com/stories/14139

KnowledgePoints honors favorite teachers http://neighborsgo.com/stories/14196

Richardson/Far North Dallas 'Noteworthy' blog: http://neighborsgo.com/blog/noteworthy

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Below are headlines and links to the best stories of the week posted by our contributors for and about the Plano and Murphy areas.

Stranded Chinese acrobats will perform Mother's Day http://neighborsgo.com/stories/13691

Spring cleaning work day in Meadow Preserve (April 19) http://neighborsgo.com/stories/13534

BMW Ultimate Drive to benefit Susan G. Komen for the Cure (April 23) http://neighborsgo.com/stories/13506

Plano West choir performs 'Showtime '08: Destinations' (April 25) http://neighborsgo.com/stories/13558

Word of Mouth Productions presents 'Treasure Island' http://neighborsgo.com/stories/13770

Plano-Richardson Alumnae Panhellenic fashion show http://neighborsgo.com/stories/13765

Plano Fire Department celebrated with picnic and mayoral proclamation http://neighborsgo.com/stories/13753

Murphy MS speech and theatre wins first-place sweepstakes http://neighborsgo.com/stories/13752

Plano businesses partner with international student organization http://neighborsgo.com/stories/13745

Mathews Elementary multicultural night http://neighborsgo.com/stories/13687

Park Place Lexus Plano recognizes outstanding employees http://neighborsgo.com/stories/13796

Faith Lutheran hosts banquet honoring Issues Etc. radio show http://neighborsgo.com/stories/13788

Faith Lutheran students perform well at Scholar Bowl Tournament http://neighborsgo.com/stories/13686 

GT Sport Taekwondo girls win gold at German Open http://neighborsgo.com/stories/13592

'The Runner Stumbles' performances continue http://neighborsgo.com/stories/13535

Plano gymnastic sisters are state champions http://neighborsgo.com/stories/13533

Dads, daughters learn to navigate the great outdoors http://neighborsgo.com/stories/13495

Granite Properties receives awards from real estate organizations http://neighborsgo.com/stories/13477

Richardson/Far North Dallas 'Noteworthy' blog: http://neighborsgo.com/blog/noteworthy
 

Below are headlines and links to the best stories of the week posted by our contributors for and about the Plano and Murphy areas.

Plano Family YMCAs invite families to Healthy Kids Day (April 12) http://neighborsgo.com/stories/13204

Arthritis auction continues through April 13 http://neighborsgo.com/stories/13300

Making My Possibilities center possible http://neighborsgo.com/stories/13267

Youth Together and Caps for Kids http://neighborsgo.com/stories/13263

Construction continues at Plano Habitat home http://neighborsgo.com/stories/13254

Will we have enough water? http://neighborsgo.com/stories/13396

Collin County Aggie Muster at Legacy Church (April 21) http://neighborsgo.com/stories/13218

Women's hearts given extra attention at Baylor Plano http://neighborsgo.com/stories/13191

Faith Lutheran School to host informational open house (April 13 and 14) http://neighborsgo.com/stories/13170

Plano host families can bring the world into their home http://neighborsgo.com/stories/13157

Dowtown @ Sundown is coming April 12 http://neighborsgo.com/stories/13156

Baylor Plano donates to Relay for Life http://neighborsgo.com/stories/13156

Chase Oaks Church sends 1,000 into community to serve http://neighborsgo.com/stories/13387

Level 8 state gymnastics championships http://neighborsgo.com/stories/13448

Innovative Management Solutions in Plano celebrates 15 years http://neighborsgo.com/stories/13459

Shepton High theatre presents 'The Chronicles of Narnia' http://neighborsgo.com/stories/13415

Rover Dramawerks auditions for 'Mary's Wedding' (April 15 and 16) http://neighborsgo.com/stories/13419

Plano ISD Council of PTAs 13th annual Program and Vendor Fair http://neighborsgo.com/stories/13414

Girl Scouts register hot sales despite cold http://neighborsgo.com/stories/13404

Grace Presbyterian Christian Day School to celebrate 25th anniversary http://neighborsgo.com/stories/13307

Plano Amateur Radio Klub recognized by city mayor http://neighborsgo.com/stories/13299

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Parish Episcopal collects peanut butter for Oprah's 'Big Give' http://neighborsgo.com/stories/13466

Career Fair Day for high school students at UTD http://neighborsgo.com/stories/13298

North Texas Model T enthusiasts gather at Huffhines Park http://neighborsgo.com/stories/13444

Save Darfur rally and prayer service at Arapaho UMC http://neighborsgo.com/stories/13318

Richardson/Far North Dallas 'Noteworthy' blog: http://neighborsgo.com/blog/noteworthy
 

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Help make Plano a greener city this week at The Great American Cleanup and Live Green in Plano Expo.
On Saturday, April 5, parks, creeks, neighborhoods, playgrounds and roadways will be litter free thanks to volunteers for Plano’s 23rd annual Great American Cleanup. Groups will work from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m.

First United Methodist Church Plano will also participate in the cleanup as a litter drop-off site from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 5. Community members can get rid of gently-used athletic shoes, eyeglasses, cell phones, worn and clean clothing, plastic grocery bags and documents that will be shredded.

For dropping off plastic grocery bags, you’ll get a reusable bag (one per vehicle).

Only Plano residents can have documents shredded. A driver’s license and current utility bill is required. There’s also a two file box limit per family.

The following Saturday, April 12, learn how to take care of the environment at the Live Green Expo from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Plano Centre. Admission is free.

Exhibitors will offer various environmentally-friendly products and presenters will discuss a variety of topics. The goal of the expo, according to livegreeninplano.com, is to create a community that conserves resources, minimizes waste and reduces toxic products and materials. 

Find out more about these and other events from Plano’s Sustainability and Environmental Services department at www.livegreeninplano.com.

Below are headlines and links to the best stories of the week posted by our contributors for and about the Plano and Murphy areas.

City of Plano swimmers break national record http://neighborsgo.com/stories/13054

Plano East Senior High theatre captures fifth consecutive district title http://neighborsgo.com/stories/12872

February saw increase in home sales for Plano http://neighborsgo.com/stories/12855

Plano Dance Festival wows the audience http://neighborsgo.com/stories/12841

Chamberlain Performing Arts spring fashion show http://neighborsgo.com/stories/12926

Plano professional honored by Phi Kappa Phi honor society http://neighborsgo.com/stories/12901

CEO of largest women's business network speaking in Plano http://neighborsgo.com/stories/12896

Lots'a Matzah at Levine Academy http://neighborsgo.com/stories/13134

Collin County Genealogy Society meeting (April 9) http://neighborsgo.com/stories/12885

Excitement is building at Habitat for Humanity of South Collin County http://neighborsgo.com/stories/12960

Plano Civic Chorus 35th anniversary celebration http://neighborsgo.com/stories/12956

Christ Church Plano youth work hard in New Orleans http://neighborsgo.com/stories/13070

Faith Lutheran Church youth group to conduct rummage sale (April 5) http://neighborsgo.com/stories/13115

Faith Lutheran Church to host banquet in honor of Lutheran radio show (April 11) http://neighborsgo.com/stories/13114

Boy Scouts visit Plano Animal Shelter http://neighborsgo.com/stories/13102

Northwood Woman's Club to participate in Dine by Design http://neighborsgo.com/stories/13132

Cross Timbers Youth Orchestra performs spring concert (April 13) http://neighborsgo.com/stories/13096

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