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Plano begins $4.2M repairs on 29 bridges

Construction is underway on a $4.2 million project to repair 29 bridges in Plano, according to a city news release.

Zooming in: Repairs will address the surface of the bridges, including the deck and railings, as well as possible damage to structures underneath the bridges from wear and erosion.

In similar news: Work on a separate project to replace the bridge on Parker Road across Pittman Creek will start March 23, per the news release.

 
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Waverly Dental opens new office in west Plano

Waverly Dental opened a new location at the corner of Parker Road and Communications Parkway.

The specifics: The business offers preventative and restorative dentistry services, teeth whitening, dental implants, cosmetic dentistry and more, according to its website.

 
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Traffic delays expected this weekend in Prosper, Frisco for Ironman triathlon

North Texas drivers may experience travel delays this weekend due to an Ironman triathlon.

What's happening? About 2,500 athletes are expected to visit Little Elm and nearby communities for the multipart swim, bike and run competition, according to a social media post from the Prosper Police Department.

What you need to know: Several roadways in Prosper, Celina and Frisco are set to see delays, primarily for the cycling portion of the race. No roads will be fully closed, but drivers should expect to see traffic delays starting at 7 a.m. and continuing until 2:30 p.m., according to the post.

 

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Check out these new restaurants and bars opening across the Dallas - Fort Worth area.

Gen Korean BBQ to host grand opening with free meals for first 100 guests

Amanda Vogle, the restaurant's owner, said the first 100 people will eat free March 14. The next 50 people will get 50% off, and the 20 people who dine in after that will get 20% off.

Gen Korean BBQ House allows guests to cook their own meats, such as beef, pork or chicken, in a built-in tabletop grill. The Denton restaurant is the only Gen Korean BBQ House in North Texas to have fresh sushi on the menu.

The restaurant officially opened March 3.

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🍽️ Grill N Crust serves pizza, fajitas and more in Plano
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🍕 Zalat Pizza opens in Colleyville Town Center
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🌮 Barrio Tacos serves tacos, margaritas in McKinney
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🥘 Red Hot Indo-Chinese and Indian Kitchen specializes in shareable dishes in McKinney
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Late-night ice cream shop, The Scoop N Scootery, celebrates opening of first Texas location

The Scoop N Scootery had a soft opening March 11 in preparation for the grand opening of its first Texas location in Fort Worth.

The late-night ice cream shop offers fully loaded ice cream sundaes with pastry cores.

Locals can attend the grand opening starting at 1 p.m. March 14. Attendees can enjoy music, photo opportunities and giveaways throughout the day.

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