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It’s Friday, Celina! Let’s finish this week strong.

In today’s can’t-miss-weekend-plans edition: Brent Whitson’s new role, Reagan Hix’s state title, and Ironman 70.3 debut + a stacked lineup of events this weekend.

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📰 In the news

School sports leadership shift: Denison head coach Brent Whitson has been named Celina ISD athletic director after Bill Elliott’s resignation, as Celina separates the AD and head coach roles. Whitson begins March 23 — read the full story.

Local standouts make waves: Celina celebrated in the pool after Reagan Hix won 200 freestyle and teammate Grace Waldschmidt captured 1M diving at February’s UIL 4A state meet, Hix’s second state title — read the full story.

Smarter artificial turf maintenance: North Texas based Turf Product Solutions was named the nation’s number one artificial turf broom brand in February after just 365 days, with its Turf Power Sweep topping performance rankings — learn what sets it apart.

Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.

Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.

Highlights this week:

• Celebrate spring with vendors and food trucks
• Tee off to end homelessness, abuse
• Create a living Kokedama moss sculpture
• Unlock clinical-level wellness data from home

💎 Local business spotlight

Clay therapy, minus the couch: Need a creative reset? Mrs Potts Place hosts small, friendly pottery classes in Celina, with wheel throwing, hand-building, and glazing, all without the pressure. It’s equal parts zen and delightfully messy, and you’ll genuinely want to use the mugs you make.

Deck dreams, delivered: If you want more time outside, Celina Outdoor Living Solutions turns ideas into legit hangout spaces. Think clean lines, sturdy builds, and a crew that actually communicates, so your deck, patio, or pergola plans leave the group chat and start living in your yard.

Seafood fix, solved: When Gulf cravings hit, Fish City Grill delivers oyster nachos, peel-and-eat shrimp, and blackened rainbow trout that feels weeknight-easy yet a little celebratory. It’s the kind of place you drop into when you can’t face another what’s-for-dinner debate, again.

These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.

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📆 Around town this weekend

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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.

🐟 Fish Fry Fridays @ St. Martin de Porres Catholic Church (Prosper) | Friday (3/13) at 5:30 PM – Fridays in Lent mean Fish Fry at the parish, and yes, it still beats cooking. Grab a plate, catch up with familiar faces, then stick around for Stations of the Cross, a little reflection to go with your tartar sauce, and zero dishes.

🎗 Rally for Riley @ Old Celina Park | Saturday (3/14) at 8:00 AM – If you’ve been waiting for a sign to lace up, this is it. A community 5K rallying around the Carter family and their daughter, Riley, it’s more about heart than finish times, so run, walk, or just shuffle. Show up, donate, and feel good twice.

💉 Low Cost Pet Vaccinations @ D&L Farm and Home (Celina, TX) | Saturday (3/14) at 9:00 AM – VaxShack is doing low-cost shots for furry roommates, no appointment needed, swing by 9 to noon. Yearly dog or cat package is $50, rabies is $20, heartworm test is $20, with dogs covered for rabies, DHPP, and Bordetella. In, out before lunch, smug all afternoon.

🏅 Imle 70.3 @ Little Elm Beach | Sunday (3/15) at 7:00 AM – North Texas finally gets an Ironman 70.3 in Dallas-Little Elm, in our backyard. Whether you still brag about the White Rock loop or chase grandkids, come swim Lake Lewisville, battle wind, then run while we clap, sip coffee, and admire your questionable life choices.

Live music & entertainment:

• 3/18 Next Stop Comedy @ Black Hawk Brewery (Prosper) – 7:00 PM
• 3/19 3rd Thursday Rehearsal @ New City Presbyterian Church – 6:30 PM
• 3/20 Valley Vines Winery @ Valley Vines – 6:00 PM
• 3/20 Jimmy Jacob & The Texas Drifters @ The Gin (Prosper) – 7:30 PM
• 3/21 Grand Re-Opening @ Windsong Ranch (Prosper) – 11:00 AM
• 3/26 Illuminate: Celtic Fire @ Frisco Heritage Center (Little Elm) – 6:30 PM
• 3/26 The Great Divide @ The Gin (Prosper) – 7:00 PM

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

📻 Celina report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 75°F – Low: 52°F – Precip: 0%

Sunny, with a high near 75. South wind 10 to 15 mph. Later: Clear, with a low around 52. South southeast wind around 10 mph.

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Tomorrow – High: 79°F – Low: 63°F – Precip: 0%

Sunny, with a high near 79. South wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 63. South wind 15 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph.

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