Following former fire chief Lee Glover’s retirement in August, Frisco launched a nationwide search for his replacement, naming Christopher Granger, Brent Shanklin and Les Stephens as the three finalists.

The details: Granger has more than 25 years of fire service experience and currently leads EMS field operations for Prince William County Fire and Rescue in Virginia. Shanklin has served with the Arlington Fire Department since 1996 and currently oversees operations, medical operations and special operations. Stephens served 17 years as the San Marcos fire chief, expanding the department’s staffing and number of stations. He was also named the 2021 Texas Fire Chief of the Year.

Glover retired Aug. 3 after a 35-year tenure with the department and three years as fire chief. Frisco City Manager Wes Pierson said the city anticipates making a final appointment to the position by the end of the year.

Looking for something to do in Frisco this holiday season? Check out 10 events taking place Nov. 14 - Dec. 16.

Kaleidoscope Christmas

Kaleidoscope Christmas offers free family-friendly festivities, including live reindeer, Santa visits, photo opportunities, live musical performances and a Christmas tree lighting ceremony at Kaleidoscope Park.

• Nov. 20, 6-9 p.m.

• Free (admission)

• 6635 Warren Parkway, Frisco

Check out more events online!

The State Bank of India (California) opened its first Texas branch in Frisco.

The gist: The bank offers personal and business banking services, including checking and savings accounts, loans, certificates of deposit, commercial lending, online banking and international money transfers.

SBIC Bank originated in Los Angeles with the Frisco location marking the bank’s first branch outside of California.

• 10402 Coit Road, Ste. 400, Frisco

The Dallas Stars and Fifth Third Bank announced that the Comerica Center has been rebranded to Fifth Third Arena beginning Nov. 10.

The details: The change follows Fifth Third's merger with Comerica in February, which created the ninth-largest United States bank. This is the second name change for the venue, which was known as Dr Pepper Arena before becoming Comerica Center in January 2019.

The arena serves as a practice facility and home court for local sports teams while hosting more than 120 events annually.

• 2601 Avenue of the Stars, Frisco

The Texas Department of Transportation’s 10-year transportation plan will invest more than $138 billion in road projects throughout the state, including Collin, Denton and Tarrant counties.

A closer look: The Texas Transportation Commission approved the 2027 Unified Transportation Program, or UTP, funding, which includes $95 billion for projects across the state and $43 billion for development and routine maintenance. The investment is expected to improve safety, reduce congestion and strengthen the supply chain, according to a news release.

Collin County: Most of the new work approved in Collin County will be on or near US 380.

The Dallas District already began construction on the first phase of a new 30-mile US 380 freeway system in Collin County.

Denton County: The Denton County portion of the work will focus mainly on I-35W, though some work will also happen in Northlake and Prosper.