Plano GoLink riders now have access to a new service zone and more flexible transit options after Dallas Area Rapid Transit expanded access to the on-demand transit system. The transit agency has also implemented temporary service changes during the State Fair of Texas to offer direct transport to the fair and the Red River Showdown football game.

The overview: DART’s GoLink service offers on-demand, curb-to-curb shuttles anywhere within a specified zone. Starting on Oct. 5, DART added a new GoLink zone in southwest Plano and also expanded services in several of the city’s seven existing zones.

A closer look: For the duration of the State Fair, DART is running a "State Fair Flyer” bus shuttle on weekends and Oct. 12 to provide hourly transportation directly to Fair Park. DART will operate additional "State Fair Flyer” shuttle buses on Oct. 10 for the Red River Showdown football game.

NYC Bagel House is coming soon to Richardson, a company representative confirmed, and will likely open by the end of October.

The details: The bagel shop will serve freshly baked New York-style halal bagels, cream cheeses, breakfast sandwiches and coffee.

• 955 E. Campbell Road, Ste. 400, Richardson

Collin County voters will choose between two candidates for the Collin County Clerk seat, which will be on the ballot for the Nov. 3 election.

What you need to know: The candidates running for the position are Republican incumbent Stacey Kemp and Democrat John Russell.

Candidates were asked to keep responses within 50 words, answer the questions provided and avoid attacking opponents. Answers may have been edited or cut to adhere to those guidelines, or for style and clarity. Candidates are listed in alphabetical order by last name.

What else? Oct. 5 is the last day for residents to register to vote, according to the Texas Secretary of State website. Early voting will take place from Oct. 19-30.

A Sandman Signature Hotel is planned to be constructed in Grapevine and Allen ISD is working on renovations with funds from a 2024 Bond. Check out some of the latest construction filings with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.

1. Sandman Signature Hotel in Grapevine

A six-story, 221-room hotel is planned to be constructed near Grapevine Mills, per a TDLR filing. Sandman Signature Hotels offer Canadian hospitality, comfort and style according to its website. A company spokesperson said Northland Properties closed on the 5.9-acre site in August.

• Location: Lot 4 3400 Grapevine Mills Blvd. N., Grapevine

• Estimated timeline: Nov. 15, 2026-Nov. 15, 2028

• Estimated cost: $30 million

2. Providence Church in Frisco

Providence Church in Frisco has purchased a 27-acre site for a new church in Frisco, according to its website. The 61,645-square-foot facility will be constructed along Panther Creek Parkway, according to the TDLR filing.

• Location: Panther Creek Parkway, Frisco

• Estimated timeline: Jan. 4, 2027-June 5, 2028

• Estimated cost: $25 million