DTX-FRS: Impact 9/30/2025

When families first visit KidStrong, they often say they were drawn to the business—which was founded in 2015—because of marketing videos showing kids flipping tires or pushing sleds but quite often return visits are due to non-physical growth development.

“They stay for the social and emotional [benefits]. They stay for the public speaking,” said Courtney Moscovic, KidStrong vice president of marketing. “They stay because they learn how to order their own food at a restaurant. They stay because they've learned how to introduce themselves.”

The set up: KidStrong offers classes for children from early walkers up to 11 years old. Classes, which are 45 minutes long, follow a routine featuring character, cognitive and physical development and are taught by certified KidStrong coaches, Kidstrong Regional Director Ryan Schwartz said.

Sindbad Burger held a soft opening in July followed by a grand opening in August in Frisco, according to posts on the restaurant’s social media page.

On the menu: The halal eatery serves smash burgers, shawarma bowls, crispy chicken shawarma wraps and falafel bites.
 

Collin College officials have completed all requirements needed for a training partnership with Toyota.

The overview: The certified Toyota and Lexus Technician Training and Education Network, or T-TEN, program develops manufacturer-certified technicians in automotive dealerships across the United States, according to a Collin College news release. The college system’s training partnership with Toyota launched in fall 2023, and college officials completed the certification process this year.

Quote of note: “Achieving full compliance for the Toyota and Lexus T-TEN program is a pivotal milestone,” said Neil Matkin, Collin College district president, in the release. “We consider it a privilege to continue growing our partnership with Toyota Motor North America, Gulf States Toyota, and Toyota and Lexus dealerships, to offer more educational pathways in automotive, and to preserve local talent in Collin County.”

Looking for fun ways to spend a weekend this fall? Here are a round up of 5K races and fun runs around the Dallas-Fort Worth area.

1. Double Trouble race in Grapevine: Join the 25th annual Double Trouble 5K and 10K race around Lake Grapevine. Attendees can run both races together or sign up individually.

• Oct. 11, 8 a.m.
• $40-$50 (registration)
• 2615 Dove Loop Road, Grapevine

• Oct. 25, 8 a.m.
• $42.42 (registration)
• 1405 Wilson Creek Parkway, McKinney