DTX-PLS: Impact 8/15/2025

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Marie Leonard
August 15, 2025

Trinity Falls

Good Morning, Plano South!

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Dill Dinkers to offer indoor courts, lessons in Plano

Dill Dinkers is set to open fall 2025 in Plano, a company representative said.

What they will offer: The facility will feature cushioned surfaces and top-tier lighting, the representative said in an email. The business will offer open play and lessons for various skill levels. Court rental will be available for visitors, non-members and members.

 
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Fujiya Ramen Sushi Bar serves asian cuisine in Plano, near Richardson border

Fujiya recently opened in Plano, a company representative said. The new restaurant is located across from Methodist Richardson Medical Center.

What is offered: The menu features a variety of ramen dishes, sushi, sashimi, fried rice and more. 

 
Latest Education News
Richardson ISD to require district issued badge for student bus riders

Beginning in the 2025-26 school year, a bus badge will be required for all Richardson ISD students who ride a school bus to and from campuses.

The details: Students must scan their badge when they board and exit a bus, according to a news release from the district.

The new requirement is part of district staff’s ongoing effort to prioritize student safety. The measure is designed to help ensure students are on their assigned bus route and provide a quick response in the event of delays, route changes or emergencies, per the release.

 

FOODIE FRIDAY
Check out these new restaurants and bars opening across the Dallas - Fort Worth area.

From the multi-textile decor to the fresh produce-centric kitchen, Mexican Sugar strives to provide a true Mexican hacienda environment. The top selling menu items at Mexican Sugar in Plano are the angus ribeye fajitas, roasted chicken enchilads, bone-in pork chops and roasted beet and goat cheese salad. The restaurant offers brunch, lunch, dinner, drink and happy hour menus. 

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☕️ House-blend coffee, sandwiches served at Hillside Coffee Bar in McKinney’s Craig Ranch
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🥤Feng Cha now serves specialty drinks, desserts in Grapevine
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🆕 Stop-N-Go Gyro offers plates, more in Richardson
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😋 Himalayan Spice brings Nepali, Indian flavors to Frisco
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Urban Cookhouse is now open in Prosper, offering a variety of sandwiches, wraps and salads. Owner James Zemlock said he emphasizes a farm-to-table approach, with most ingredients coming directly from local producers across North Texas. "If I can get it local, I'll buy it local," he said. 
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Neighboring News
Frisco ISD students return to campus for 2025-26 school year

Frisco ISD students returned to campus Aug. 13 for the 2025-26 school year. 

What you need to know: This year, there are new school zones. Drivers should stay alert and reduce their speed to 20 mph when entering a school zone. Using a cell phone while driving in a school zone is prohibited unless you're using hands-free technology, according to the release.

Looking ahead: The fall and spring semesters are similar in length with only four more instructional days in the spring semester.

 

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