Historic groundbreaking during the nonprofit’s 75^th anniversary year celebrates the purchase of a new building in Addison; kicks off renovations; and announces public phase of $40M capital campaign

Over 300 community leaders, partners, and supporters gathered on Thursday, Sept. 26 for the groundbreaking ceremony of The Karla and Larry Steinberg Building, Jewish Family Service (JFS) of Greater Dallas’ new 100,000-square-foot home at 16301 Quorum Dr. in Addison. This historic groundbreaking during the organization’s 75^th anniversary year celebrates the purchase of the new building and kicks off renovations (with an anticipated move-in in late 2025) while announcing the public phase of a comprehensive $40 million capital campaign, “Meeting the Moment.” To date, through the leadership of the Steinberg family and the generosity of nearly 100 other supporters, JFS has raised $30 million towards this campaign.

“Today we are celebrating 75 years of impact,” said Cathy Barker, CEO, JFS. “This expansion marks a significant milestone in our mission to better serve the evolving needs of the community by consolidating all services in one location, efficiently providing low-income families greater access to comprehensive support. We want to express our deepest gratitude to Karla and Larry Steinberg, the lead donors and the building’s namesake, and we are excited to announce we have already received ten gifts of $1 million+ from families leading this campaign – a campaign that will fuel innovation, drive expansion, and secure sustainability for our essential services for the next 75 years.”

Almost four times larger than JFS’ Dallas home since 2001, the new Karla and Larry Steinberg Building will include: 18,000 square feet devoted to behavioral health including spaces for counseling, case management, and support groups, play therapy rooms and a sensory gym for children with special needs, services for older adults and holocaust survivor care; an expanded food pantry (doubling its current size); dedicated space for packing kosher home-delivered meals; a second and larger (10,600 square feet) primary medical clinic (in addition to its Northpoint Health Center, established earlier this year) to include a dental clinic; JFS’ accredited PLAN Clubhouse for adults with severe and persistent mental illness; and computer training rooms and offices for career and financial coaching. Additionally, reception and entrances will be highly secure.

Addison Mayor Bruce Arfsten provided remarks during the ceremony, welcoming JFS to Addison. “For nearly 25 years, JFS has been our neighbor just across the tollway, and it is so exciting to see JFS come to Addison, a great place to work and serve the community. JFS is already serving 1,000 Addison residents with their unique wraparound care model, and we are excited to see its impact grow.”

JFS Board Chair Julie Gothard thanked those present for joining the celebration of this important milestone with special recognition of board members who devoted many hours making this project come to fruition. She also recognized the City of Addison and special project partners Sunwest Realty, Susser Bank, GFF, Echelon Structure Tone, and Mission Advancement. Gothard concluded by thanking the campaign leadership team: Eric Goldberg, Jim and Ynette Hogue, Stan Rabin, Steve Waldman, Don Zale, and Campaign Leadership Chair Joel Litman. Prior to leading the campaign, Litman, who first began volunteering at JFS in 1988, has also served as board member, board chair, and foundation board chair.

The JFS Meeting the Moment $40M capital campaign divides the need for funding into three areas: whole person care, including primary care for the construction, equipment and staffing of the medical clinic as well as integrated services; expansion, including purchase of the new building and renovations; and ensuring the future with investments in the JFS endowment.

Cathy Barker introduced the Steinberg family, the building’s namesake, to provide some remarks. Oliver Steinberg began by sharing his heartfelt thanks and love to his parents.

“I just want you to know how proud I am of you both,” said Oliver Steinberg. “You have both instilled the values of giving and kindness in my upbringing and passed them on to me, carrying me for the rest of my life.”

Karla Steinberg shared, “Larry and I had been looking for a giving opportunity when we learned that JFS was bursting at the seams, and we found this to be a perfect fit. We love JFS’ philosophy of opening their doors to anyone struggling. They have a wonderful hands-on approach with many wonderful volunteer opportunities and ways for the community to become involved.”

Groundbreaking ceremony participants included the Steinberg family, Cathy Barker, JFS CEO; Julie Gothard, JFS board chair, Addison Mayor Bruce Arfsten, additional JFS leadership, past JFS presidents, community CEOs, capital campaign leadership team, building leadership, and community CEOs.

Also attending the groundbreaking ceremony were community and faith leaders, including Darren Gardner and Nancy Craig from Addison City Council, Jill Cumnock, Igor Alterman, Tracy Eubanks, and Sam Susser.

Since 1950, JFS has been a cornerstone of the Dallas community, providing critical services to those in need. Last year, JFS’ wraparound services impacted 26,000 unduplicated individuals. By 2028, with the new building established, JFS expects to serve approximately 50,000 individuals across all agency services, increase client visits from 29,000 to 120,000, and increase pounds of food distributed from 450,000 to 1.4 million. For more information visit www.jfsdallas.org.

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Jewish Family Service of Greater Dallas (JFS) is a nonprofit organization providing comprehensive health services that address physical, emotional, nutritional, and financial well-being. Its mission is to provide effective and accessible whole-person care that promotes lifelong self-sufficiency and well-being for the Greater Dallas community. JFS Dallas offers programs to the community such as primary medical care, individual age-appropriate counseling and group support, career and financial coaching, a food pantry, support for older adults, and a Clubhouse for adults with mental illness. Since 1950, JFS has served anyone, regardless of age, race, religion, or ability to pay. The agency, celebrating its 75^th anniversary in 2024, impacted over 26,000 lives last year. Jfsdallas.org

Turtle Creek Association Annual Gala Celebrating Turtle Creek Presented by Teresa Byrd

Join us in support of Turtle Creek Association's Annual Gala presented by Teresa Byrd on Friday, October 18 at Virgin Hotels Dallas. Elyse and David Walthall are honorary chairs for both the gala and Tour of  Homes. The Tour of Homes happens on the following Sunday, October 20 and is sponsored by Kyle Crews and Ani Nosnik with URBAN Team, an Allie Beth Allman, Berkshire Hathaway Affiliate. Sharon Ballew, Chair. JD Trueblood is President and CEO, Turtle Creek Association. 

The gala promises an extraordinary evening filled with elegance, excitement, and entertainment. Guests will enjoy a champagne reception, a delectable three-course seated dinner, live and silent auctions, and an unforgettable finale of dancing to the captivating tunes of the renowned Emerald City's Limelight Band. 

Individual tickets begin at $375. Sponsorships, underwriting, and tickets can be purchased at https://TCAgala24.givesmart.com.

Contact for More Information:  Sharon Ballew, Vice President of Development, Sharon@Turtlecreekassociation.org  or call (214) 526-2800. More information: www.turtlecreekassociation.org

About Turtle Creek Association

The annual Gala is a key fundraising event benefiting the Turtle Creek Association, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.  TCA’s core mission is to serve as the foremost guardian, advocate, and leader dedicated to preserving, protecting and enhancing the Turtle Creek corridor.

Furthermore, the Turtle Creek Association takes on a range of vital responsibilities.  This includes orchestrating seasonal color transformations along the creek, managing irrigation and watering systems, overseeing litter and trash removal from the creek, and upkeeping 25 beautifully landscaped medians. We play a crucial role in sustaining 2,600 trees that offer a haven for wildlife, and we’re instrumental in providing essential amenities such as drinking fountains, trash receptacles, and benches throughout the parks. Remarkably, all of these efforts are achieved through the generosity of our donors.

For more information and to join our cause, please visit our website at www.turtlecreekassociation.org. Your support fuels our commitment to preserving the urban sanctuary that is Turtle Creek.  

Photos by Rob Wythe/Wythe Portrait Studio

A duo of influential, visionary game changers who helped shape the North Texas region over the past 40 years will be named to the North Texas Commercial Real Estate Hall of Fame in 2025. One inductee is known for developing national award-winning master-planned communities in McKinney and on Denison’s Lake Texoma. The other inductee was the impetus in shaping Southern Dallas County into a major US industrial region, playing a pivotal role in bringing the Dallas County Inland Port to fruition.

David Craig, founder and CEO of Craig International, and Mike Rader, president of Prime Rail Interest, LLC and Prime 45 Development LLC, will be inducted into the 2025 North Texas Commercial Real Estate Hall of Fame on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, at the Arts District Mansion, 2101 Ross Ave. in downtown Dallas. Held in cooperation with NTCAR, the event will begin at 5 p.m. with a reception, followed by dinner and program at 7 p.m.

Linda McMahon, CEO of the Dallas Economic Development Corporation (Dallas EDC) and the former CEO of The Real Estate Council (TREC), will receive the prestigious 2025 Industry Service Award. This recognition is presented to an individual whose impactful contributions transcend the traditional confines of the commercial real estate industry.

Chris Teesdale, Hall of Fame co-founder and Executive Committee member, is chair of the 2025 event.

Sponsorships for the quick-to-sell-out event are available with title sponsorships at $25,000, platinum sponsorships at $10,000 and gold sponsorships at $5,000. For more information, go to ntcarhalloffame.org or email HallofFame@eventlinkintl.com.

“The Hall of Fame event was created 38 years ago to spotlight the men and women whose remarkable grit and leadership not only shaped the North Texas region but led to it becoming one of the most-admired business hubs in the country,” said Teesdale. “Our 2025 honorees – Mike Rader, David Craig and Linda McMahon – certainly illustrate the incredible talent carrying forth that tradition.”

Rader’s Prime Rail Interest and Prime 45 Development helped kick start Southern Dallas County’s industrial district

Hall of Fame inductee Mike Rader has been involved in ownership and development of real estate across the Dallas-Fort Worth region since 1984. Impressed by the great logistics the convergence of Interstates 20, 35 and 45 provided, he began assembling properties, creating numerous investment partnerships, and developing property ranging from land infrastructure to building improvements.

Rader set a vision for what could be developed in Southern Dallas County from Interstate 20 to the Dallas County south boundary. In 2004, after pursuing Union Pacific Railroad (UP) for seven years, UP agreed to locate a $100-million Intermodal facility on Interstate 45 in the cities of Hutchins and Wilmer. Building the intermodal for Union Pacific on time and under budget, the facility was the impetus for the Dallas County Inland Port and the resulting growth in Southern Dallas County.

In 2005 Rader and partners assembled 900 acres on Interstate 45 creating Sunridge Business Park that has 8 million square feet of industrial buildings and will have 60 acres of commercial/retail businesses when completed. In 2011 Rader assembled investors and acquired 2,300 acres in the cities of Hutchins, Lancaster and Wilmer. He subsequently acquired an additional 700 acres to begin developing a 3,000-acre rail served industrial park, Prime Pointe, providing sites for manufacturing, distribution/warehouse, and technology. Prime Pointe is a premier rail-served industrial park with a number of rail-served sites.

Rader has been involved in 8,000 acres in Dallas County Inland Port, bringing multibillion dollars of private investment to Wilmer, Hutchins, Lancaster, Dallas and Dallas County, making it one of the fastest-growing industrial areas in the U.S.

“Mike Rader typifies what this recognition is about. He recognized the opportunity in Southern Dallas County and invested years before others saw the potential in this overlooked area,” said Teesdale. “Through his passion, his efforts have made a huge economic impact and served as a catalyst, turning southern Dallas County into the largest industrial submarket in DFW.”

Craig International brings big economic boost to Collin and Grayson counties

Hall of Fame inductee David Craig is a visionary leader who has worked tirelessly to push the boundaries of his development projects. He founded Craig International, a commercial brokerage and development company, more than 45 years ago in McKinney, and the company has grown to control and/or develop more than 15,000 acres in Collin and Grayson counties.

Craig’s motivation and passion drove the success of Craig Ranch, a national award-winning master-planned community in McKinney that he began developing with his partners 24 years ago. Craig Ranch started with 1,125 acres of farmland and has a current ad valorem value of more than $5 billion. The now-thriving, 2,200-acre community includes 500 acres of parks and green space, a 270-acre employment district called McKinney Corporate Center Craig Ranch, and commercial, residential and mixed-use retail anchored by the TPC Craig Ranch, home of the CJ CUP Byron Nelson Classic. Craig is the chairman of the board of governors of TPC Craig Ranch and is chairman of the TPC Craig Ranch Host committee for the CJ CUP Byron Nelson.

Craig’s current projects include the $250 million District 121, a mixed-use development with retail, office, hotel, high-end restaurants and a multimillion-dollar park, adjacent to Craig Ranch at the northeast corner of the Sam Rayburn Tollway and Alma Road.

In 2024, Craig and his partners announced Preston Harbor, a $6 billion master-planned community on Lake Texoma in Denison. The 3,114-acre project is anchored by a Margaritaville resort hotel and will include restaurants, an upscale marina and approximately 7,500 homes.

“David Craig is a pioneer in the development of commercial real estate; his contributions and commitment to excellence are second to none,” said Hall of Fame Executive Committee member Bill Cox. “His efforts at Craig Ranch have proven to be crucial in the development of Collin County, making it the fastest-growing area in the United States. Now David has taken on yet another challenge – Preston Harbor on Lake Texoma.”

Industry Service Award recipient Linda McMahon is the inaugural CEO of the Dallas Economic Development Corporation (Dallas EDC), a nonprofit entity created by the City of Dallas to drive the city’s economic growth and vitality by promoting Dallas as a globally competitive business destination that fosters economic opportunities for all members of the city.

Prior to joining Dallas EDC, McMahon was the president and CEO of The Real Estate Council (TREC), the largest and most influential commercial real estate organization in the state of Texas with over 2,000 members and 650-member companies. She led transformative change within TREC through her tenure, ensuring that the commercial real estate industry had a seat at the table for all policy issues that impacted the industry and the economic growth of the region. She was instrumental in the creation of the Dallas Housing Opportunity Fund in partnership with Local Initiatives Support Corporation, which was seed funded by the City of Dallas. Under her leadership, TREC Community Investors created the Dallas Catalyst Project that has created over $140 million of leveraged investment in the Forest District over the past five years. She also created the Dallas Collaboration for Equitable Development with a $6 million investment from JPMorgan Chase.

Prior to leading TREC, McMahon spent three decades in banking, including 15 years with JPMorgan Chase Bank leading the Southwest Community Development group.

Actively involved across her industry, she is on the Downtown Dallas, Inc. board of directors; a member of the 2024 Texas Metropolitan Blueprint steering committee; the Comprehensive Land Use Committee for Forward Dallas; the Dallas Assembly; Texas Lyceum; Urban Land Institute; and formerly on the board of the Real Estate Councils of Texas. McMahon was chair of the 2023 International Economic Development Conference in Dallas; a member of the South Dallas Fair Park Area Planning Committee; 2019 Texas Urban Blueprint steering committee; founding chair of Impact Dallas Capital; Economic Opportunity Leadership advisory board; and City of Dallas Amazon HQ2 Bid lead. Linda is an Honorary AIA-Dallas and recently received the Civic Impact Award by D CEO.

“We proudly salute Linda McMahon for her tremendous contributions to the nonprofit sector and the commercial real estate industry in Dallas and North Texas,” said Darrell Hurmis, co-founder of the Hall of Fame event and Executive Committee member. “Linda’s dedication to service and leadership – and her commitment to fostering economic growth and innovation – truly exemplifies the spirit of the NTCAR 2025 Service Industry Award.”

Founded in 1987, NTCAR Hall of Fame has celebrated region’s iconic movers and shakers

The Hall of Fame was launched in 1987, when the first six distinguished real estate recipients were Trammell Crow; Lyn Davis; Henry S. Miller, Jr.; John M. Stemmons, Sr. and his brother, L. Storey Stemmons; and Angus G. Wynne. Later additions to the roster included, among others, John Carpenter; Roger Staubach; Henry S. Miller Company; Jerry Jones; Ross Perot, Jr.; Gerald Hines and Jeff Hines; and Ray L. Hunt.

The most recent Hall of Fame inductees for 2024 were Scott Rohrman of 42 Real Estate, LLC and Bill Vanderstraaten, president of Chief Partners L.P. Last year’s recipients of the Michael F. McAuley Lifetime Achievement Award were Jack Fraker, president and global head of industrial and logistics capital markets for Newmark, and the late Robert Grunnah, a widely respected real estate leader and one of the three co-founders of the Hall of Fame event. Grunnah also worked selflessly on the conception, creation and development of THE BOOK, which is published every five years.

All Hall of Fame recipients from 2024 and prior years will be featured in the fourth edition of THE BOOK – North Texas Commercial Real Estate Hall of Fame – which will be released in December 2024.

Originally published in 2008 with expanded editions produced in 2013 and 2019, THE BOOK, captures the stories of past Hall of Fame honorees and Michael F. McAuley Award recipients along with other honorees. The pages of the coffee-table book are filled with historic photos, depicting the legendary figures whose extraordinary vision and real estate prowess played a major role in the Dallas/Fort Worth region over the past 100 years. For details and to order, visit ntcarhalloffame.org/the-book or email HallofFame@eventlinkintl.com.

The North Texas Commercial Real Estate Hall of Fame Committee was co-founded by Darrell Hurmis, Chris Teesdale and the late Robert Grunnah. In addition to Hurmis and Teesdale, other Committee members are Greg Cannon, Kathy Permenter, Lynn Dowdle, Bill Cox, Jack Gosnell, Teri Abram Wold, Scott Morse and Kim Vincent Butler.

Holland Morris is executive director of the North Texas Commercial Association of Realtors and Real Estate Professionals.

The media partner for the 2025 Hall of Fame event is D CEO magazine.

For more information, go to ntcarhalloffame.org.

With crisp, cool weather and a flat, fast course, the Coppell XC teams went head-to-head against over 500 runners at this weekend’s meet. The Varsity Boys placed an impressive 4th overall, with Pranav Vegiraju finishing 2nd out of 400 runners. The JV Boys shined as well, taking 2nd place overall, led by Aiden George's 3rd place finish. Both the Varsity Girls and JV Girls battled through tough competition, earning strong finishes among the top teams.

Individual and Team Highlights

Varsity Teams:

5A 6A Varsity Boys (5k) – Finished 4th Overall (400 runners)

Top Performers:

•  Pranav Vegiraju - 2nd place, 15:47
• Jayden Benjamin - 43rd place, 16:54
• Srivanth Rudrangi - 53rd place, 17:02

Coach Wren shared:

"The Varsity Boys did a fantastic job, especially given we had to rest a few runners due to illness. I’m really pleased with how the rest of the team stepped up. Pranav Vegiraju led us with a strong 2nd place finish. I’m excited about how Grant O'Neal, Jayden Benjamin, Srivanth Rudrangi, and Rodrigo Abrego performed. The team is coming together at just the right time, and I can’t wait to see them compete at Districts in two weeks."

5A 6A Varsity Girls (5k) – Finished 19th Overall (241 runners)

Top Performers: 

• Mallory Sherrer - 45th place, 19:59
• Annie Reeder - 100th place, 21:19
• Rachel Arrington - 116th place, 21:37

Coach Wren noted:

"The Varsity Girls were led by Mallory Sherrer, who’s now had two solid races back-to-back. I was also happy with the performances of Annie Reeder and Avery Fishman. The girls are hitting their stride at just the right time of the season."

JV Teams:

JV Boys (5k) – Finished 2nd Overall (528 runners)

Top Performers:

• Aiden George - 3rd place, 17:45
• Sidharth Kerthipati - 13th place, 18:06
• Arya Khanna finished - 15th place, 18:09

Coach Wren highlighted:

"The JV Boys finished strong, securing 2nd overall. Aiden George led the team with an impressive 3rd place finish, closely followed by Sidharth Kerthipati and Arya Khanna. Scoring just 70 points in such a competitive meet was a great achievement."

JV Girls (5k) – Finished 8th Overall (400 runners) 

Top Performers:

• Ava Garcia - 14th place, 22:04
• Rhea Bala - 26th place, 22:31
• Shreya Shah - 38th place, 22:58

Coach Wren remarked:

"The JV Girls placed 8th overall, with all five scoring runners being freshmen! Ava Garcia ran her best race of the season, leading the way, followed by Rhea Bala, Shreya Shah, Vanini Agarwal, and Carolina Saenz. I’m really looking forward to seeing this young group perform at Districts next Friday."

Coach Wren’s Thoughts

We always enjoy competing at the Jesuit XC Classic. The flat course and strong competition provide a great test for our team. We now have two weeks to train and prepare for the most important meet of the season. Despite some recent injuries and illnesses, I’m optimistic that many of our runners will be back in time for Districts. The team is eager, and I’m confident we’ll finish the season on a high note. I’m excited to see both our boys and girls compete against the best runners in our district next Friday.

Looking Ahead

As we pass the midpoint of the cross-country season, the team’s hard work is paying off. Our younger runners have gained valuable experience, and our sophomores, juniors, and seniors continue to lead by example. We’re excited to see what we can achieve at the upcoming District competition. Until then, we’ll keep pushing forward. Go Cowboys! Go Cowgirls!

Contact Information
For more details or to support the team, please contact:

Patricia Chi
Email: chi.patricia@gmail.com
Phone: (469) 831-3709

Broken Yolk Cafe is a relaxed gathering spot for hearty breakfasts, boozy brunches, and easy lunches, providing a unique blend of laid-back vibes and fresh flavors in McKinney, Texas. Broken Yolk Café recently opened its first North Texas location in McKinney’s District 121, a premier dining and entertainment space featuring an exciting assortment of restaurants, bars, and engaging live events. The 4,000-square-foot restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and drink offerings inspired by local tastes. In addition to its wide array of benedicts and boozy brunch offerings, customers can also enjoy delicious Mimosa and Bloody Mary flights. 

Diners can take advantage of Broken Yolk Cafe’s NEW 10 Under $10 menu on weekdays for a limited time. Menu Options include:

• Two Eggs with sides
• Biscuits & Gravy
• French Toast
• Classic Eggs Benedict
• Chorizo & Eggs
• Buttermilk Pancakes
• Steel Cut Oats
• Grilled Cheese & Soup
• Half Caesar Salad
• Half Turkey BLT & Salad

The original Broken Yolk Cafe opened in 1979 in Pacific Beach, a San Diego beach community. It has since grown into a Southern California favorite for breakfast, brunch, and lunch. The brunch spot has become a crowd favorite, known for its phenomenal service, quality food, homemade sauces, and extensive menu options. The McKinney location is owned and operated by Scale by 3, a rapidly expanding restaurant group with operations in California and Nevada.

Broken Yolk Cafe is located at 6651 Alma Rd Suite 250, McKinney, TX 75070, (214) 504-1672, https://www.thebrokenyolkcafe.com. While reservations are not available, customers can join the waitlist at https://www.yelp.com/waitlist/broken-yolk-cafe-mckinney. Tables are always available for walk-ins.