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In this episode of Focus on Frisco, Rick sits down and chats with Shannon Hammond, Frisco's No. 1 "good stuff" advocate.  Hammond has lived in Frisco since 1995, and she's made it her mission to love and welcome. That's why she helped inspire the vision for Pride Frisco, and created the ‘Good Stuff in Frisco' Facebook group. Today, she and her husband, Fred, own and operate Countdown 2 Escape in Frisco's Rail District.  Let's talk some "good stuff" with Shannon on this episode of Focus on Frisco, powered by the Star Local Media Podcast Network. Support the show

Traces of Jason Young's impact can be seen across Frisco. After 17 years in corporate America, he became the creator and owner of Verona Villa, a special event venue that hosts a variety of events and that has helped nonprofits raise over $2 million since 2016. He also runs programming for the Nack Theater in Frisco's Rail District and was most recently appointed chairman of the Frisco Arts Foundation. Learn more about Jason's journey, his love of all things Frisco and so much more in this episode of Focus on Frisco. Walter Beede - Baseball Lifer's Podcast"The Youth Baseball Guy" | Former NCAA Head Baseball Coach, Speaker, Author | Tweets...Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

In this episode of Focus on Frisco, your host Rick Rogers sits down with Elizabeth Watkins, the president and founder of Refresh Frisco. In just 30 minutes, you will quickly understand the mission of Refresh Frisco, and the passion Elizabeth has for making sure the more than 1,400 students receive the proper hygiene products for their health and self-esteem.  So, sit back, and listen to Elizabeth talk about how she started Refresh Frisco, how it is impacting the community today and her goals for the future.And if you want to help the cause, visit www.refreshfrisco.org.

In this episode of On the Record with the Celina Record, your hosts Rick and Audrey give a behind-the-scenes look at a special project we've been working on, with a little help from our guests from the Celina Police Department.   Over a span of nine weeks, Audrey was a member of the Celina Citizens Police Academy Class 3, attending the classes, learning a lot and writing about it in weekly columns for the Celina Record. Now, the Celina Police Department is gearing up for round four of hosting a Citizens Police Academy and is looking to welcome more community members into the experience. Listen to our conversation with Celina Police Officer Chase Guidera and Sgt. Jeremy Wilson as we discuss the CPA experience, what future class members can look forward to as both Celina and the police department grow, and more. 

On this episode of Focus on Frisco, your hosts Rick & Audrey have a conversation with Michael Straughter, marketing manager with Family Family Frisco, just days ahead of the Feed Frisco event. For more than 28 years, Frisco Family Services has helped members of our Frisco and Frisco ISD communities who are facing hunger, homelessness and other urgent needs improve their quality of life and achieve self-sufficiency.In this episode, we talk to Michael about the role Frisco Family Services plays in the community, how residents can help through volunteering and/or giving, and so much more. It is definitely worth a listen to hear the passion for the mission in Michael's voice.To learn more about Frisco Family Services, visit www.friscofamilyservices.org, and, of course, take a listen to this episode of Focus on Frisco, powered by the Frisco Enterprise and the Star Local Media Podcast Network.

The Lord can find usefulness in some of the most unlikely places.   If you think that you are not worthy of His attention this is an episode for you.   In our first Sunday Special, we look at Knuckleheads in The Bible.   Have you ever wondered, why things get so complicated? Are you tired of how even the simplest of tasks often become a huge undertaking? Well wonder no more. Rocket Science Made Easy is all about “Bringing Simple Back.” Rodney's laid-back, humorous outlook on life gives us new hope to get rid of the complicated and simplify our lives. 

Introduction to Rocket Sciencea. If we know we complicate everything, then why do we do it?b. Stop and think about it before you actc. 2 ears one mouthd. Make a plan.. keep it simpleHave you ever wondered, why things get so complicated? Are you tired of how even the simplest of tasks often become a huge undertaking? Well wonder no more. Rocket Science Made Easy is all about “Bringing Simple Back.” Rodney's laid-back, humorous outlook on life gives us new hope to get rid of the complicated and simplify our lives.

In this episode of On the Record with the Celina Record, your hosts Rick and Audrey are in the presence of royalty in the studio. Jennifer Daly, a Celina resident and Mrs. Texas International, pays us a visit and shares her passion and mission while she wears the crown.She wants to create a sense of "unity in community."Learn more about her mission, how being in the pageant circuit is a family affair, about her book "Zoey the Zebra Meets Lexi the Lion" and more.Find out more about Jennifer's mission at www.cheeringonmoms.comOn the Record is a podcast produced by the Celina Record and the Star Local Media Podcast Network.

In this episode of Focus on Frisco, your hosts Rick Rogers and Audrey Henvey visit with Donny Churchman, the founder of Nack Development, and the man behind the vision of some of the biggest projects sprouting up all around the Rail District in downtown Frisco.We ask Donny the question, "Why Frisco?" take an audio tour around all of the various Nack Development projects that are open today, and are in the works, and discuss what makes the Rail District special.There's so much more... but you have to hit that play button. And, as is our new tradition, we end the podcast by all answering a handful of fun and interesting questions.Jump on the podcast train, because it's "all aboard" to the Rail District with Donny Churchman of Nack Development.To learn more about Nack Development, visit www.nackdevelopment.com.This podcast is powered by The Frisco Enterprise and part of the Star Local Media Podcast Network. The Frisco Enterprise is delivered in print every Sunday to 40,000 homes in Frisco. Star Local Media publishes and distributes nine publications to 175,000 homes every Sunday, and reaches an average of 275,000 users every month online at www.starlocalmedia.com.Interested in being featured on a podcast episode, email Rick Rogers, owner, at rrogers@starlocalmedia.com.

Cynthia and Brian Thompson from Advocare are in this spotlight.They've just celebrated their 32nd Wedding Anniversary and have declared that it takes 2 in 2022.Podcast is produced by Friedo Nation Productions. https://www.friedonation.com/ 

In the first episode of Rocket Science Made Easy, Mark "Friedo" Friedman and Rodney Blaukat introduce themselves and their philosophy of keeping things simple.Have you ever wondered, why things get so complicated? Are you tired of how even the simplest of tasks often become a huge undertaking? Well wonder no more. Rocket Science Made Easy is all about “Bringing Simple Back.” Rodney's laid-back, humorous outlook on life gives us new hope to get rid of the complicated and simplify our lives. The short stories and quick reads allow us to take a step back and look with new eyes on how we can get back to the basics. Rodney is a great speaker and has a way of communicating to get the point across in a fun and heartfelt approach. We hope this book will leave you laughing, crying or scratching your head. But most of all, we hope you'll say, “It's Not Rocket Science… It's Rocket Science Made Easy.”

Buckle up, because Rick & Audrey are going to take us on a fast-paced audio tour with Frisco Mayor Jeff Cheney as we visit all of the developments that are underway in the city of Frisco, Texas. But first, we spend some time reflecting on soon-to-be retired Frisco City Manager George Purefoy and his impact on the city.On the audio tour, we start in downtown Frisco where our podcast is recorded and discuss plans to enhance the Rail District. Then, we head north on the tollway and turn west on to PGA Parkway, as Mayor Cheney gives insight into what golfers and residents can expect when PGA Frisco opens to the public in 2023. We also discuss the impact PGA Frisco is having on housing and commercial development in that region of Frisco, including stretching west to UNT Frisco.Then, we wrap up our tour by discussing the green spaces planned for the city, which of it located in the heart of town with Grand Park, the city's urban legend which will soon become a reality.Before we go, we play "10 questions with…" and you just might learn a few things about Frisco's mayor you wouldn't expect. FYI, he's a big Justin Timberlake fan, and his first concert was Bon Jovi.And, and even though we tried to get this podcast into our goal of 45 minutes or less... this audio tour with the Mayor was too good and we had to stretch to nearly an hour.Enjoy, and if you know of someone who would make good conversation for Rick and Audrey, email us at rrogers@starlocalmedia.com

In the latest and greatest episode of Focus on Frisco, your hosts Rick Rogers and Audrey Henvey sit down with Scott Stewart, who moved to Frisco earlier this year to be the new executive director for the future community park at HALL Park in Frisco.We talk about Scott's past experience helping curate the vision and experience of Millennium Park in Chicago. Yes, that Millennium Park near the banks of Lake Michigan in downtown Chicago with the iconic "Cloud Gate" sculpture, otherwise known to most as "The Bean."Scott's gives his insight into the vision for the future community park at HALL Park. He shares his first impressions of life in Frisco (don't worry, they are excellent, of course!) and much more.Enjoy this episode, share with your friends, and subscribe to this podcast and more from the Star Local Media Podcast Network.

In this episode of On the Record in Celina, TX - hosts Audrey Henvey and Rick Rogers of the Celina Record talk about the patios project and its impact on downtown Celina. Rick confesses his love for homemade chips at Lucy's on the Square after having lunch there with his family on Saturday, and Audrey can't wait to cover all of the fun at the Splash n' Blast Fourth of July event at Old Celina Park, which will actually be held on Saturday, July 2nd. Listen to this and more on your favorite podcast dedicated to all things Celina, Texas, powered by the Celina Record and the Star Local Media Podcast Network

Rick Rogers of the Frisco Enterprise and Star Local Media chats with Suad Bejtovic, president of the board of directors of the Visual Arts Guild of Frisco (www.vagf.org) to learn more about the organization, how he become involved and about an event currently under way in Frisco. Check out Visual Arts Guild of Frisco upcoming events here: https://www.vagf.org/events/Donate to the VAGF cause here: https://vagf.networkforgood.com/projects/159897-test-one-timeWant to get involved in the Visual Arts Guild of Frisco, see more here: https://www.vagf.org/get-involved/Take a listen, and let's get visual!

In Episode 3 of On the Record in Celina, TX, powered by the Celina Record, Rick Rogers and Audrey Henvey put a bow around Saturday's fun in the sun at the 2022 Celina Cajun Fest. Also, they talk about the retirement announcement from Corbett Howard, director of the city's Economic Development Corporation, and talk more big news about Celina.

The Star Local Media High School Sports Podcast is back after a long hiatus, and in this episode we are talking high school soccer and shining the spotlight on the Star Local Media 2022 Boys All-Area Soccer Team. 

Your hosts Rick Rogers and Audrey Henvey chat with Joe Monaco, director of marketing and communications with the City of Celina, as the city prepares to host the 10th annual Celina Cajun Fest on Saturday, May 14, 2022. Joe gives us an update days before the event and details all of the last minute preparations under way, and shares some of the highlights coming on Saturday, and whether or not he plans to wrestle an alligator. Take a listen as we preview Celina's biggest event, Cajun Fest, in this episode of On the Record in Celina, TX, powered by the Celina Record and Star Local Media.

On Episode 1 of On the Record in Celina, TX, Celina Record owner Rick Rogers and Record reporter Audrey Henvey discuss Audrey's experiences so far going through the third class of the Celina Citizens Police Academy. We also discuss the huge development coming to Celina, as reported in the Record online and in print, and give a few shoutouts along the way. Join us to talk all things Celina on episode 1 of our new podcast series dedicated to Texas' new boom town.

As Star Local Media's coverage of the 2021 high school baseball and softball playoffs comes to a close, the staff looks back on its last two teams standing.Matt Welch, Devin Hasson and David Wolman look back on the Flower Mound softball team's first-ever trip to state (2:05), and Frisco Wakeland's baseball team falling two wins short of a trip to state of its own (9:05). The staff then reflects on the 2021-21 school year and high school sports wedging in a complete schedule amid the COVID-19 pandemic (13:00). 

Another week of postseason action is in the books in high school baseball and softball, and Star Local Media breaks down the latest on the local diamond.Matt Welch, Devin Hasson and David Wolman discuss the seven teams remaining from their coverage area in the playoffs, including big regional quarterfinal series wins for Coppell (1:20) and Marcus baseball (5:45), a hard-fought third-round exit for Sachse (9:12), plus Frisco Wakeland and Lovejoy moving on in 5A (12:05).The talk then shifts to the softball diamond, where Lovejoy continues to impress with its underclassmen (16:35), and the stage is set for a thrilling regional final between area powers Prosper and Flower Mound (18:45).

As the high school baseball and softball playoffs continue, Star Local Media discusses a number of local teams still alive in their respective brackets.Matt Welch, Devin Hasson and David Wolman break down the impressive showings through two rounds for 6-6A baseball with Coppell, Plano and Marcus (1:05) and 10-5A baseball with The Colony, Lovejoy and Prosper Rock Hill (10:00), as well as a commanding to the second round by Sachse's baseball team (15:38).On the softball diamond, the discussions shifts to Flower Mound's impressive regional quarterfinal win over Allen (19:03), Lovejoy and Rock Hill both advancing to the regional semifinals (24:10), and John Paul II's pressure-packed state championship win over in TAPPS (26:22).

Another week of playoff baseball and softball is in the books, and Star Local Media recaps a busy few days on the diamond for its teams still alive in the postseason.Matt Welch and David Wolman discuss the 6-6A baseball revenge series vs. 5-6A (2:15), followed by a competitive bi-district slate between Frisco ISD and McKinney North, Lovejoy and The Colony (14:05), Lake Dallas coming up short against Azle (19:20) and a wild and crazy comeback by McKinney Christian (22:15).In softball, talk shifts to the big-time regional quarterfinals between Allen and Flower Mound plus Prosper and Denton Guyer (24:45), plus some history-making postseasons for Frisco Heritage, Frisco Memorial and Prosper Rock Hill in 5A (29:12) and John Paul II in TAPPS (34:00).

With the first round of the high school softball playoffs in the book, and the opening round of the baseball postseason on tap later this week, Star Local Media is wall-to-wall stick-and-ball on this week's episode.Matt Welch, Devin Hasson and David Wolman reflect on the bi-district softball playoffs, including a busy week for Sachse and Frisco ISD (1:15), plus the dominant pitching of 5-6A (10:45).The staff then looks at some storylines heading into the baseball postseason, including The Colony looking to build off its first district title (17:40), a competitive draw in 9-5A vs. 10-5A and expectations for Sachse and Rowlett (21:00) and the logjam finishes in 5-6A and 6-6A and what it means for the playoffs (26:45).

With high school softball's postseason looming, the final week of the regular season in baseball, plus a busy week in the wrestling, track and golf postseasons wrapping up, Star Local Media plays catch-up on one of the busiest times of the school year.The staff discusses intriguing storylines heading into the opening round of the softball playoffs, including Sachse's chances of making a run (1:45), a crowded field in Region I (6:05) and The Colony's young team building on its recent success (10:55). In baseball, the staff breaks down the playoff races in Frisco for 9-5A (14:50) and Lewisville ISD, Plano ISD and Coppell in 6-6A (18:00), plus a high-stakes week for Lake Dallas (21:30). The discussion closes with some notes on the other various spring sports, including Mesquite Poteet's superstar hurdler (24:15), Allen's wrestling dynasty (27:45), and Coppell girls golf's big week at regionals (30:45).

High school soccer's postseason is down to the final week, and Star Local Media discusses a busy week in its coverage area leading up to Tuesday's round of state semifinals.Matt Welch and Devin Hasson look at six teams still alive in the playoffs, including the Allen boys (1:35), Flower Mound girls (7:15), Frisco Wakeland girls (10:55), Wakeland boys (15:15), Celina girls (17:00) and Celina boys (21:20).

With three rounds in the high school soccer playoffs in the books, Star Local Media discusses the boys and girls teams still standing in advance of this week's regional tournaments.Matt Welch, Devin Hasson and David Wolman look back on Flower Mound and Marcus marching on in the playoffs (1:19), a legacy of The Colony boys' senior class (8:10), another productive postseason for Frisco ISD (12:11), Allen's surging offense (14:55), Sachse flying under the radar (17:07) and Celina making history (19:55). 

The UIL's high school soccer postseason begins later this week, and Star Local Media previews the action on the pitch in advance of the playoffs.Matt Welch, Devin Hasson and David Wolman discuss teams to watch from their respective coverage areas, as well as first-round matches of intrigue with the action scheduled to begin on Thursday.

The Frisco Liberty girls basketball team will defend its Class 5A state championship Wednesday in San Antonio, and Star Local Media breaks down the Lady Redhawks' big finale to the 2020-21 season.Matt Welch, Devin Hasson and David Wolman discuss Liberty's overtime win in the state semifinals and its upcoming matchup with top-ranked Cedar Park, plus a look at the end of the Plano East girls' season (9:15) and what's in store for the John Paul II boys and Dallas Christian girls in the TAPPS state semifinals this week (13:10).The staff concludes by playing catch-up with high school soccer (17:00), including a look at a big week for The Colony, a wild week for the John Paul II boys, the Prosper girls' dominance, and the scheduling issues schools in Mesquite, Garland and Frisco are facing down the stretch.

The high school basketball playoffs roll on after a busy week of games, and Star Local Media plays catch-up after an eventual few rounds on the hardwood.Matt Welch, Devin Hasson and David Wolman discuss the two remaining playoff teams in Star Local Media's coverage area with the Plano East girls (1:30) and Frisco Liberty girls (8:25) both bound for the regional finals.The staff then looks back on a handful teams who made noteworthy runs in the playoffs, including the Lake Dallas girls (14:15), the Newman Smith boys (17:47), the Sachse boys and girls (21:10), the McKinney boys (25:00), the Coppell boys (31:08), the Sunnyvale girls (36:20) and the Plano girls (38:07).

With a busy week on the horizon in the Texas high school basketball playoffs, Star Local Media looks back on what has transpired through the early stages of the postseason.Matt Welch, Devin Hasson and David Wolman discuss playoff coverage within its local markets throughout the bi-district round of the boys basketball postseason, including a look at several of its 5A and 6A high schools (5:30). On the girls side, teams are still working through the area round of the playoffs, and the staff discusses notable storylines that have emerged through the first two rounds (20:50).

The UIL girls basketball playoffs begin on Thursday, and Star Local Media breaks down the postseason landscape for all the local teams involved.Matt Welch and David Wolman quick-hit the teams and bi-district matchups on the docket for Region I-5A with Lake Dallas (2:10), Region II-5A with Frisco ISD, McKinney North and Newman Smith (6:28), Region II-6A with Sachse and Mesquite Horn (16:20), and Region I-6A with Plano ISD, Lewisville ISD, Allen and Prosper (21:45).The staff concludes with a look at some notable storylines to monitor this week in local boys basketball action (29:05).

It's homestretch time in high school basketball, including the final week of the regular season on the girls side. Star Local Media breaks down the local happenings on the hardwood, with Matt Welch, Devin Hasson and David Wolman diving into a big win for the Mesquite Horn girls (1:45), Mackenzie Buss' 30-point gem for 6-5A champion Lake Dallas (5:05), an update on the girls district title races involving Allen, Plano East and Newman Smith (8:40), plus updates on the races involving the Frisco ISD girls and The Colony boys (17:40).In a look-ahead to this week, the staff previews the state-ranked matchup Tuesday between the McKinney North girls and Wylie East (25:00), some big happenings at Sachse and Rowlett (30:10), and a quick pivot to the soccer pitch for a big game between the Coppell and Marcus boys (33:00).

With another week of the high school basketball season in the books, Star Local Media looks back on a busy week on the local hardwood and a sneak peek at what's in store later this week.Matt Welch and David Wolman discuss the Coppell boys' big win over Marcus (1:45), the status of the playoff picture in 6-6A (10:30), and a crowded race to the top in Frisco ISD (17:20). In a look ahead to some of the area's big games this week, the staff discusses pivotal weeks for The Colony boys and Plano girls, plus marquee matchups for the Allen girls and Lake Dallas girls (23:40).

As area high school basketball teams near the homestretch of their respective district campaigns, Star Local Media discusses some prominent storylines from the first couple months of the 2020-21 season.Matt Welch, Devin Hasson and David Wolman break down the challenges faced by the Sachse girls during their season (2:45), a big-time return to the lineup for the Lake Dallas girls (7:10), Plano East's girls making the leap to district title front-runner (12:00), the Coppell boys' Big Three (16:45), Mesquite Horn's boys team finding its groove (21:49), and McKinney's boys team growing into one of the best in the state (25:40).

The Star Local Media High School Sports Podcast returns for a look back on the year that was for its high school football coverage during a season like no other in recent memory.Matt Welch, Devin Hasson and David Wolman reflect on the 2020 football season for their local teams, including a series of comeback stories, big-time statistical producers and strange scheduling (1:40), as well as the COVID-19 pandemic's impact on the season (16:28) and a look at some prominent storylines that emerged during the playoffs (25:49).

The area round of the Texas high school football playoffs is on the horizon, and Star Local Media breaks down the seven playoff games in its coverage area.Matt Welch, Devin Hasson and David Wolman preview and predict Frisco Independence vs. Highland Park (1:02), Lewisville vs. Arlington Martin (6:15), Lovejoy vs. Everman (10:47), Allen vs. South Grand Prairie (15:20), Frisco vs. South Oak Cliff (19:12), Frisco Lone Star vs. Magnolia (23:16) and Prosper vs. Arlington Bowie (28:19).

The first round of the Texas high school football playoffs is in the books for the state's 6A and 5A programs, and Star Local Media discusses what transpired at the start of the postseason for its local teams.Matt Welch and David Wolman look back on a busy slate of games, discussing Coppell's near-comeback vs. Denton Guyer (1:35), Marcus' hard-luck finish vs. Prosper (7:25), the latest statement by Lewisville's offense (13:25), Sachse's shortcomings vs. Skyline (16:25), Allen's win over Plano West (19:37), Lovejoy having a tougher-than-expected battle in the first round (24:35), and Mesquite Poteet being unable to keep pace with Everman (25:55).

Star Local Media previews a few of the week's marquee high school football games, including our reader-voted Game of the Week: Lewisville vs. McKinney Boyd. Matt Welch, Devin Hasson and David Wolman break down Friday's Class 6A Division I bi-district playoff game between the Farmers and Broncos, followed by previews and predictions for Sachse vs. Skyline (20:08), Mesquite Poteet vs. Everman (26:00), Coppell vs. Denton Guyer (32:07) and Prosper vs. Marcus (39:42), followed by some additional picks and coverage plans for the week.

Texas high school football's postseason begins this week in Classes 6A and 5A, and Star Local Media discusses what's in store for its playoff-bound teams.Matt Welch, Devin Hasson and David Wolman look at the brackets and first-round matchups for their local teams, including what's on tap for Allen, Plano West, McKinney Boyd, Lewisville and Sachse and 6A Division I (2:20), followed by Coppell, Prosper and Marcus in 6A Division II (15:50); Wakeland, Independence, Lone Star and McKinney North in 5A Division I (25:55); and Lovejoy, Frisco, Liberty and Mesquite Poteet in 5A Division II (30:55).

Star Local Media previews a few of the week's marquee high school football games, including our reader-voted Game of the Week: Frisco Lone Star vs. Denton Ryan. Matt Welch, Devin Hasson and David Wolman break down Friday's District 5-5A Division I showdown at CH Collins Stadium between the Rangers and Raiders, followed by previews and predictions for Frisco Reedy vs. The Colony (25:30), Prosper vs. McKinney Boyd (31:15), Hebron vs. Lewisville (33:10) and Celina vs. Graham (36:50), followed by some additional picks and coverage plans for the week.

District titles and playoff berths are up for grabs all around the area in this week's high school football slate, and Star Local Media sizes up what's on the line in their local districts.Matt Welch, Devin Hasson and David Wolman break the various tiebreakers and playoff qualification scenarios across their 5A and 6A conferences, laying out the smooth paths for Lovejoy and Frisco ISD in 7-5A Division II, McKinney North 7-5A Division I and Mesquite Poteet in 6-5A Division II (2:15), followed by unorthodox playoff qualifiers for the Garland ISD and Wylie in 9-6A (5:10).Discussion then shifts to breaking down the various tiebreakers in play this week for Frisco ISD and The Colony over in 5-5A Division I (7:48), a do-or-die week for Prosper in 5-6A (12:07), plenty more to play with Mesquite ISD in 10-6A (17:22) and a potentially chaotic finish for Lewisville ISD, Plano ISD and Coppell in 6-6A (20:51).

Star Local Media previews a few of the week's marquee high school football games, including our reader-voted Game of the Week: Plano West vs. Flower Mound. Matt Welch and David Wolman break down Friday's District 6-6A showdown at Neal Wilson Stadium between the Wolves and Jaguars, followed by previews and predictions for Frisco Reedy vs. Frisco Wakeland (25:00), Frisco Lebanon Trail vs. Denison (31:25), Lewisville vs. Coppell (33:30), and Lovejoy vs. Frisco (37:00), followed by some additional picks and coverage plans for the week.

Plenty is at stake during the final month of high school football's regular season, and Star Local Media takes stock in its various Class 6A districts heading into the homestretch.Matt Welch and David Wolman discuss mid-district storylines and things to watch for in the coming weeks between Lewisville ISD, Plano ISD and Coppell in 6-6A (1:35), a wild week for Rowlett and Sachse in 9-6A (24:30), big wins for Allen, McKinney Boyd and McKinney in 5-6A (30:35), plus what's at stake for Mesquite ISD over in 10-6A (38:42).

Star Local Media previews a few of the week's marquee high school football games, including our reader-voted Game of the Week: Sachse vs. South Garland. Matt Welch, Devin Hasson and David Wolman break down Thursday's District 9-6A showdown at Williams Stadium between the Mustangs the Colonels, followed by previews and predictions for Allen vs. Denton Guyer (21:00), Frisco vs. Denison (31:20), McKinney vs. Denton Braswell (35:18) and McKinney North vs. Highland Park (39:40).

Plenty is at stake during the final month of high school football's regular season, and Star Local Media takes stock in its various Class 5A districts heading into the homestretch.Matt Welch, Devin Hasson and David Wolman discuss mid-district storylines and things to watch for in the coming weeks between Frisco ISD and The Colony in District 5-5A Division I (1:15), McKinney North and West Mesquite in 7-5A Div. I (9:55), Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD in 6-5A Div. I and 4-5A Div. II (16:00), Frisco ISD, Lovejoy and Lake Dallas in 7-5A Div. II (23:20), and Mesquite Poteet in 6-5A Div. II (35:09).

Star Local Media previews a few of the week's marquee high school football games, including our reader-voted Game of the Week: Marcus vs. Coppell. Matt Welch, Devin Hasson, David Wolman and Nolan Beilstein break down Friday's District 6-6A showdown at Buddy Echols Field between the Cowboys and Marauders, followed by previews and predictions for Frisco Liberty vs. Frisco Lebanon Trail (22:20), Lewisville vs. Flower Mound (25:40), Frisco Independence vs. Frisco Wakeland (30:28) and Mesquite vs. Mesquite Horn (34:55), followed by quick picks for other key games in the area and coverage plans for the week.

As high school football's regular season passes the midpoint, Star Local Media takes a look back at a week filled with wild finishes and high-stakes matchups.Matt Welch, David Wolman and Nolan Beilstein discuss Rowlett's big win over longtime Garland ISD powerhouse Sachse (1:05), followed by a look around 6-6A and big wins for Lewisville, Coppell and Marcus (7:55), Frisco's defense continuing to impress (22:53), and what to make of a pair of heartbreaking losses for John Paul II and Prosper (28:00).

Star Local Media previews a few of the week's marquee high school football games, including our reader-voted Game of the Week: Plano West vs. Coppell. Matt Welch, Devin Hasson and David Wolman break down Friday's District 6-6A showdown at Buddy Echols Field between the Cowboys and Wolves, followed by previews and predictions for Frisco Reedy vs. Frisco Lone Star (23:00), Frisco vs. Frisco Liberty (27:40), Prosper vs. Denton Guyer (30:45) and Mesquite Poteet vs. South Oak Cliff (34:50), as well as quick-hit picks around the area and a look at our live game coverage plans for the football week.

With high school football's district schedule in full swing, Star Local Media looks back on a week that produced a number of upsets around the area.Matt Welch, Devin Hasson and David Wolman discuss a few teams that found the win column in unexpected fashion last week, including a major rivalry win for North Mesquite (1:45), followed by a look around the first week in 6-6A, headlined by Plano West stunning Lewisville (6:13), McKinney North tripping up Tyler in its 7-5A Division I opener (20:25), The Colony bouncing back against Frisco Centennial and Reedy surprising Independence in 5-5A Div. I (23:42), Sachse impressing against Garland (30:15) and McKinney Boyd's new-look offense torching Denton Braswell in 5-6A (33:55).

Star Local Media previews a few of the week's marquee high school football games, including our reader-voted Game of the Week: Sachse vs. Garland. Matt Welch, Devin Hasson and David Wolman break down Thursday's District 9-6A showdown at Williams Stadium between the Mustangs and Owls, followed by previews and predictions for Denton Ryan vs. Frisco Wakeland (17:22), Marcus vs. Flower Mound (20:45), Frisco vs. Frisco Lebanon Trail (23:24), and Mesquite vs. Skyline (27:38), followed by quick-hit picks around the area and a look at our live game coverage plans for the football week.