Trinity Metro, Dallas Area Rapid Transit and Denton County Transportation Authority updated and created a more consistent pricing structure across partner agencies, which started March 1, according to a news release.

The regional one-day ticket price was lowered, while regional reduced fares have been adjusted as part of the alignment to ensure long-term consistency and sustainability in regional pricing, the news release states.

What’s happened: The updated fare is $9 for a one-day ticket, and the cost for monthly tickets is $192. The new reduced regional fare is $4.50 for a one-day ticket and $96 for a monthly ticket.

To purchase a reduced fare, customers must present valid identification, be between the ages of 5 to 19 years old or 65 years or older, or be a person with a disability or a Medicare cardholder, according to a news release.

The details: The agencies connect Fort Worth, Dallas and areas of Denton County, according to a news releases issued by each entity.

Ichika recently opened in Plano, business owner Leo Kekoa said.

What is offered: The restaurant isTexas’ first kaiseki-dedicated restaurant and one of the few kappo-style dining experiences in the country, Kekoa said in an email.

Quote of note: “Kaiseki represents the highest expression of Japanese cuisine—a seasonal journey that honors nature, simplicity, and restraint,” Kekoa said. “Rooted in ichigo ichie—one time, one meeting—each course is carefully composed to reflect the fleeting beauty of the moment—from delicate sashimi to steamed, grilled and fried preparations, [which are] often guided by the rhythms of the land and sea.”

• 8240 Preston Road, Ste. 175, Plano

Stay informed on road projects happening around Dallas-Fort Worth, including highway projects in Denton County and construction on Eldorado Parkway in McKinney. 

Plano bridge repairs 
Project: Repairs to 29 bridges in Plano 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.
Update: Work on the first bridge to be repaired, Custer Road at Spring Creek, began March 2.

• Timeline: work anticipated to be completed by spring 2027
• Cost: $4.2 million
• Funding source: city of Plano

• Timeline: TBD
• Cost: $260.7 million
• Funding source: TxDOT

Frisco ISD has named its Deputy Superintendent Todd Fouche as the lone finalist for superintendent.

About the candidate: Fouche has served in several roles during his 10 years with FISD, the release states. This includes teaching fifth and eighth grade science, serving as assistant principal at Roach Middle School and later principal at Pioneer Heritage Middle School. Fouche served as the district's director of finance before becoming deputy superintendent.

“It’s an incredible honor to be named the lone finalist for superintendent of Frisco ISD,” Fouche said in a district news release.“This district has meant so much to my family and to my career. I’m grateful for the trust of the board of trustees, and I look forward to continuing our work together to serve the students, staff and families of this community.”