Plano City Council received a split recommendation Dec. 16 from the Collin County Connects Committee on alternative transit options as voters prepare to decide the city’s future with the Dallas Area Rapid Transit system in a May special election.

What happened: At their Dec. 16 meeting, Plano City Council members received an update on the committee’s work over the last several weeks. The citizen-led transit committee was tasked with making a recommendation on alternative transit and concluded its work without a formal consensus Dec. 11 due to questions about cost, coverage and paratransit. Director of Policy and Government Relations Andrew Fortune said half of the committee members participated in the rankings, while the other half chose not to submit rankings, providing written comments instead.

What’s next? Plano City Council will consider selecting a vendor Jan. 26, with alternative transit expected to be in place in mid-February or early March, according to city documents.

Bunkie’s Donut Shop is now closed.

The details: The donut shop, located at the corner of Spring Creek Parkway and Custer Road, offered a variety of donuts, kolaches and pastries. The shop’s phone number is disconnected, and the building has been cleared out.

• 2011 Spring Creek Parkway, Plano

Plaza Premium Group will add two more lounges within Dallas Fort Worth International Airport in early 2026.

Plaza Premium First and Plaza Premium Lounge will be located in Terminal D. The spaces will deliver a tailored experience for travelers with diverse expectations and travel with purpose and preferences, according to a news release.

The details: The dual lounge concept will be located near Gate D17. It will be the second in North America, joining Vancouver International Airport.

Plaza Premium First and the Premium Plaza Lounge will offer a lounge experience with personalized service, featuring dining, amenities and privacy, according to a news release.

The background: DFW Airport has been the home of Plaza Premium Group's regional headquarters for the Americas since 2023. The company employs more than 400 employees across the United States, according to a news release.

Frisco ISD is searching for its new superintendent, and a lone finalist could be named by next March.

The district's board of trustees selected Impact Education Specialists to guide the district through its executive search process Dec. 15.

How we got here: Superintendent Mike Waldrip's retirement was announced by the district Nov. 10. Waldrip has served as superintendent of FISD since 2017 and is stepping down June 30, 2026.

The approach: Impact Education Specialist’s search process includes creating a personalized profile for Frisco ISD, which will be used when accepting applicants. The consulting firm will also involve the FISD community in the search by conducting community input sessions.