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PLUS: all-star dining options ... mansfield’s blooming ... ricos Products returns August 2014
ALL STARS of 2014
Readers’ Choice Who did you choose? Go to page 18 to find out ...
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40 FOUR ALL-STAR DINING OPTIONS Now that you’ve voted online, we recommend that you vote with your tastebuds for these winners.
42 HOME SWEET! HOME Kari and Jeff Jordan’s spacious dwelling takes modern design to a personal level.
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48 DO YOU FONDUE? The Melting Pot has found all manner of ways to turn its specialty into a special evening for diners.
50 THE RETURN OF RICOS PRODUCTS
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The inventor of ballpark stadium nachos has brought a manufacturing plant back to Arlington.
54 A BUGGY NEEDING NO HORSE Sandy Rose’s 1909 Model H Sears car draws plenty of attention wherever he takes it.
18 THE ARLINGTON AREA ALL STARS Earlier this summer our readers went to our online ballot box at arlingtontoday.com to vote for their favorite people, places and things in more than two dozen categories. Here we reveal who/what/where you like best.
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How local dentists use effective marketing strategies that emphasize the positives of their practices to attract and maintain patients
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DEPARTMENTS STARTING LINE ... 8 THIS ‘N DATA ... 10 SCENE ... 17, 53, 65 STYLE ... 44 BUSINESS BEAT ... 46 GOLF TIPS ... 52 SIGHTS/SOUNDS ... 62 HEALTH/FITNESS ... 66 SPEAKING OF SPORTS ... 68 ITINERARY ... 70 FINISH LINE ... 72
56 THE NEW LOOK OF DENTISTRY
60 BUSINESS IS BLOOMING You’ll likely be impressed by what the principals of Mansfield “have done with the place.”
64 A CENTURY OF GREATNESS Celebrating – and celebrating with – Helen Krebs Maddox, who just turned 100 years old.
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MY ALL STAR I love her, even if I’ll never understand her • By Editor Yale Youngblood THIS MONTH, the lovely bride and I will celebrate the fact that we have been together as husband and wife for 34 years, during which we’ve experienced our fair share of the qualifiers noted during the official ceremony. One thing not discussed at that time, apparently, was the business of better or worse trips to area eating establishments. I promise: The following exchange actually took place a few days ago in the Yalemobile … Me: “So, where do you want to go out to eat tonight?” Not me: “I don’t care.” Me: “Can you be a tad more specific? I mean, I’d at least like to know which way to turn, now that I’m at the stop sign.” Not me: “I don’t care. You decide.” I DECIDE to turn left. Not me: “Why did you turn left? There aren’t any good restaurants this way.” Me: “That’s why I asked you which way you wanted me to turn. You said you didn’t care, so I turned left. You obviously cared, so why didn’t you say you wanted me to turn right?” Not me: “I just figured you would turn right.” Me: “OK. I’ll turn around at the next light.” Not me: “You don’t have to do that.” Me: “Apparently, I do, if we want to find a good restaurant.” I TURN the car around. Me: “So, where do you want to eat?” Not me: “I don’t care. Just pick a place.” Me: “OK, I shall pick a place.” I drive about a mile and move into the left turn lane, which leads to a barbecue restaurant we frequent. Not me: “I don’t want barbecue.” Me: “You said you didn’t care.” Not me: “I don’t. But I don’t want barbecue. I think I want Tex-Mex.” Me: “Then why didn’t you say that a half mile ago, when we were passing that slew of Tex-Mex restaurants?” Not me: “I didn’t want Tex-Mex then.” Me: “But now you do?” Not me: “Yeah, I do.” Not me again: “But I really don’t care.”
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EDITORIAL Editor Yale Youngblood Contributing Editor Sarah Martinez Sports Columnist John Rhadigan Website & Social Media Director Rhonda Aghamalian Style Editor Amy Lively Contributing Graphic Artist Amy DiStefano Contributing Writers Corey Callaway, Donna Darovich, Sue Stevens Durbec, Teresa McUsic, Kenneth Perkins, Julia Schulz, Tim Tune Contributing Photographers Gary Coots, Bruce Maxwell, Robert McAvoy, Kenneth Perkins, Bob Pruitt
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3 Scoops 1. slash and earn ... The University of Texas Arlington has crafted an innovative offer for full-time students who earn their degree in four years: lock in today’s tuition rate, receive rebates each year and save $2,000 or more off the cost of an undergraduate degree.The university’s Guaranteed Tuition Plan is distinct from many other similar plans because it allows undergraduates who meet key benchmarks to earn rewards as they progress toward graduation. They can receive $1,000 off tuition in their second and third year, and $2,000 off tuition their senior year. Texas students also have the potential to earn an additional rebate of up to $1,000 through a separate statewide program. The Arlington Yacht Club hosts weekly races and lunches, and monthly socials.
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s we constantly stare at gadgets that do everything for us but actually physically interact, it’s important to appreciate the instances when we make true bonds. With one trip to the Arlington Yacht Club (AYC), you’ll not only see children learning from 80 year olds (and sometimes vice versa!), but you’ll be welcomed by third and fourth generation sailors for an afternoon cruise. The AYC has been thriving since 1965 on the east shore of Lake Arlington. As a member-run club, it hosts weekly races and lunches, and monthly socials. Although the activities are for members, guests are always welcome. “Just walk through the front gate and tell someone you’re interested in sailing. Chances are, you’ll be on a boat that afternoon,” said Jack Hattendorf, city liaison and historian for the club.
Adult memberships start at 18 years old, but the club recently began its annual Junior Sailing camp, the basis for which hasn’t changed for 40 years – members volunteering their time to spread the love of sailing to future generations. Hattendorf, who lives only 2 miles from the clubhouse, hopes to see the AYC in much of the same form for years to come, with devoted and passionate members who share a love of sailing, volunteer their time for the good of the club and support each other all around. ”I truly hope that when my kids are grown and have families of their own, I’m able to see the fifth generation of my family sailing at the AYC,” he said. Memberships are $156 a year. For more information, stop by the clubhouse at 6215 W. Arkansas Lane. – Julia Schulz
2. the city that plays together ... KaBOOM!, in partnership with the Humana Foundation, has named Arlington as one of 212 Playful City USA honorees for 2014. These communities are leaders in playability – the extent to which a city makes it easy for kids to get balanced and active play – and are making play part of the solution to urban challenges. The KaBOOM! Playful City USA program, sponsored by the Humana Foundation, honors communities across the country that have been deemed to progressively ensure that all children, especially the 16 million American kids living in poverty, have easy access to balanced and active play in their communities. 3. raising the $tandard ... Arlington Independent School District employees will receive 2-percent salary increases and incentives for participating in a wellness program as a part of the district’s 2014-15 budget. The pay boosts will cover the 2014-15 school year and will cost the district about $6.7 million annually. Employees will also have the option to sign up for an employee wellness plan that will reduce their health insurance premiums by $20 a month.
School of medicine HIGH SCHOOL students interested in the health professions will be able to participate in expanded clinical rotations, classroom labs and instruction through a collaboration between the Arlington Independent School District and Texas Health Arlington Memorial Hospital. The partnership would provide hospital space for students enrolled in clinical rotations classes at Bowie and Lamar high schools to meet each week. Approximately 45 students will participate in these courses each week, completing hospital rotations. Students would also receive instruction and conduct classroom labs in the hospital space. For more: (877) 847-9355.
Baylor Orthopedic and Spine Hospital at Arlington Nationally Recognized for Excellence in Orthopedic Care. Life doesn’t stop for aches and pains and neither should you. If there is ever an ailment or injury that slows you down, Baylor Arlington can help. Arlington can help. Our focus on excellence has allowed us to receive The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval™ for our spine care, hip replacement and knee replacement programs. This means, you can expect excellent treatment and recovery, delivered by a staff that cares about helping you to get back to enjoying life and doing the things you love. To find out more about these awards and what they mean to you, visit our website at BaylorArlington.com or call 855.41.ORTHO for an appointment. Notice Regarding Physician Ownership: Baylor Orthopedic and Spine Hospital at Arlington is a hospital in which physicians have an ownership or investment interest. The list of the physician owners or investors is available to you upon request. Physicians are members of the medical staff at one of Baylor Health Care system’s subsidiary, community, or affiliated medical centers and are neither employees nor agents of those medical centers, Baylor Orthopedic and Spine Hospital at Arlington or Baylor Health Care System ©2014 Baylor Health Care System BOSHA_125_2013 AT CE 03.14
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1. We can host a World Series, Super Bowl and NBA All-Star game in a calendar year – and, in fact, did.
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Mansfield Mayor David Cook
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3. Our city’s so smart MENSA put its headquarters here. One of the perks of living in the Shady Valley neighborhood is a birds-eye view of the beautiful golf course.
Shady Valley:
4. Where was the frozen margarita machine invented, again?
5. Two words: Levitt Pavilion
This neighborhood abounds with tradition like few other nooks in the area
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ormer University of Texas at Arlington Urban Affairs Professor Paul Geisel dubbed the Shady Valley neighborhood “Natchez on Rush Creek,” because it was imbued with a feeling of tradition not often seen in the fast-growing Arlington of the ‘60s. The neighborhood boasts mature trees, estate-size home sites, distinctive custom homes and a private club cited by Avid Golfer magazine in 2014 as one of the Best Country Clubs in DFW. Loaded with every kind of tree native to this terrain and highlighted by Rush Creek and other water hazards, it poses a challenge to even experienced golfers. The club also offers tennis, swimming and social activities. The golf course was what drew then-owner of Arlington Hardware Bailey Ruff to move to the neighborhood in 1980. “The golf course and the quality of the homes,” he said. The neighborhood was outside city limits in the ‘50s, and a sizable portion of it was in
the flood plain, limiting its use. So owner Howard Wilemon Jr. built a golf course on the flood plain. It opened in 1959, and spacious homes were built on the remaining land. Shady Valley is lower in density and has an older population with higher educational levels and higher incomes than the city as a whole. When downstream development with its inherent miles of concrete resulted in flooding of the homes directly backing up to Rush Creek, they were bought by the city with a federal government grant and demolished. That area is now a private neighborhood park. Howard Wilemon’s widow, Marjoray, has lived in her home on Shady Valley Drive for more than four decades. Being on the golf course is what she likes best about her home. She sees the golfers come and go in their carts and they always give her a friendly wave, she said, as do parents and children en route to and from the pool. – Sue Stevens Durbec
Movin’ Mavs: UTA has six players selected in MLB draft THE UNIVERSITY of Texas Arlington baseball team had six players selected in the recent 2014 Major League Baseball draft, setting a school record for number of players chosen after a season. Selected were pitchers Zach Thompson (Chicago White Sox) and Jess Amadee (Pittsburgh Pirates), catcher Greg McCall (Milwaukee Brewers), designated hitter Matt Shortall (Philadelphia Philles) and outfielders Ryan Bottger (Houston Astros) and Derek Miller (Boston Red Sox). In its history, UTA has had 45 players drafted.
RIDE ‘N SLIDE - TWO PARKS TWO DAYS OF FUN! Fun comes in all sizes at Six Flags Over Texas! From the world-record Texas SkyScreamer to the world-class Titan. New this year, ten interactive attractions for the little thrill seekers in the all-new Bugs Bunny Boomtown! Guests can also beat the heat across the street at Hurricane Harbor with the all-new Wahoo Racer. Zip down on a racing mat at top speed against your friends on this multi-lane slide.
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R HURRICANE HARBOR is the largest water park in Texas, with 3 million gallons of water and 47 acres of cool family fun. THE ENTIRE Statue of Liberty can fit inside AT&T Stadium – with a few feet to spare. It is 320 feet from the blue star at midfield to the closure of the retractable roof. New York’s Statue of Liberty is only 305 feet tall. WITH A 60-FOOT-DIAMETER dome and state-of-the-art, Digistar 4 DLP Projection System, the Planetarium at the University of Texas Arlington is one of the largest & most sophisticated systems in the entire Southwest. GUESSING YOU didn’t know that the popular “dot race,” which is held in some form at almost every pro baseball stadium in the country, originated at Arlington Stadium. HORSE RACING was a favorite pastime at Arlington Downs, which opened in 1929. Though pari-mutuel wagering wasn’t legalized in Texas until 1933, parimutuel laws were repealed in 1937, so the racetrack was retooled for rodeos and other events until is was razed in 1958. THE CITY OF ARLINGTON was named after General Robert E. Lee’s hometown in Virginia. Mansfield got its name when R.S. Man and Julian Field arrived around 1856 and built a grist mill at the crossroads that was to become the center of the city.
Because I said so … “Simply surviving in this business is a feat.”
– Lou Diamond Phillips, who cut his acting teeth at UT Arlington – and who recently completed his 100th movie/ television project.
ussian pianist Alexey Chernov took a liking to Texans when he was here for the 2013 Van Cliburn International Piano Competition. “I like people in Texas. Everybody in your state are very friendly,” said Chernov, who stayed in the home of John and Peggy Pokrifcsak during the competition and will visit them again in September. Chernov, a semi-finalist in the Cliburn, has been a prize-winner in more than 20 international piano competitions, including more than a dozen first-place awards. He began studying piano at age 4 and graduated from the Moscow Tchaikovsky Conservatoire in 2008 and the Royal College of Music in London in 2011. He lives with his wife, musician Elena Chernova, and three children in Moscow. Their older daughter Varvara is 10 years old, son Petr just turned 8 and Anastasia will be 5 in October. “Elena graduated as a composer in Moscow conservatory.
But now she is very good mum,” Chernov said. “She has no time to write music at the moment.” During his visit, Chernov will perform a concert at 7 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 13, in the intimate setting of the Arlington Woman’s Club, 1515 E. Abram St. Ticket prices for the prestigious event range Alexey from $60 to $135, and all seatChernov ing is reserved. Platinum Plus tickets ($135) are on the front row and in special side seating. Platinum tickets ($125) are on rows two through five. These tickets include a Black and White Reception in the home of Dr. Gayle and Sharon Mullanax on Friday evening. To check on ticket availability, e-mail office@awctx.org or call (817) 277-7666 between 8:30 and 11:30 a.m. Chernov will also perform and conduct a master class for piano students at the University of Texas Arlington during his visit. For information, contact jdunning@uta.edu. – Sue Stevens Durbec
state of the district Annual AISD address will focus on projects shaping local education ARLINGTON INDEPENDENT School District Superintendent Dr. Marcelo Cavazos (pictured) and the Board of Trustees will present an update on the district and the progress of the “Achieve Today Excel Tomorrow” strategic plan during the annual address at 11:30 a.m. on Aug. 11. The event will take place at the Mac Bernd Professional Development Center (1111 W. Arbrook) and will provide valuable content for faculty, administrators, parents, and Arlington business and civic leaders. Dr. Cavazos will discuss innovative programs and partnerships that are now AISD staples, as well as outlining prospective projects. Those interested in sponsoring tables for the address can register online: arlingtontx.com/images/uploads/ 2014_District_flyer1.pdf.
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Jazzy Jems to Re-Open After Repairs Dalworthington Gardens, Texas – Jazzy Jems located on Bowen Road is currently undergoing repairs after a vehicle drove through the store front on the afternoon of Tuesday, July 15, 2014. Owner, Teenya Blanchard, three others in the store and the driver were not injured. Boards now stand were Jazzy Jems signature window display once stood.
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Readers’ Choice 30 favorite people, places and things, as chosen by you! Throughout the summer, we urged readers to go to arlingtontoday.com to cast their ballots for area favorites in more than two dozen categories. Here are the winners, along with other top vote-receivers in each section ...
Contributors to this section: Kenneth Perkins and Yale Youngblood
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Place to take kids ROLLER COASTER FIENDS eager for that sinking feeling in the pit of the stomach still make their way to Six Flags Over Texas to get their fix, which is why this colossal amusement park remains a top choice for summer enjoyment – and why it was voted your favorite place to take the kids. The massive Titan, a towering construction of orange steel known for its height, maneuvering and speed, is the current top dog there and the major attraction for thrill seekers. The Titan has a mountainous drop of 255 feet. And that’s in the first few minutes. Shortly after you are blasting through a tunnel and twisting through a mind-warping, 540-degree spiral – and then another one. “Although it doesn’t go upside down, it has some pretty extreme features to it,” said Six Flags Over Texas President Steve Martindale. “Like the camel back hump, where you’re traveling at high speed, and over a period of about seven seconds it’s like you’re floating. You certainly feel lighter in the feet.” Six Flags remains a top attraction partly because it knows its audience and isn’t afraid of change. For instance, the Bugs Bunny Boomtown children’s area expanded and now has 10 attractions, five of which are new. It’s also more parent-friendly, meaning there’s ample shade and benches to take a breather while the ramped-up kids keep going and going, like little Energizer Bunnies. The most talked-about ride in the children’s area is the Daffy Duck Bucket Blasters, where riders swirl around in water barrels firing oversized water guns. Riders are able to not only zap each other with water but anyone walking by. (There’s so much twisting you aren’t really sure where the water is
Six Flags over Texas 2201 Road To Six Flags • (817) 530-6000 spraying.) Six Flags is now home to one of the more comprehensive children’s areas when it comes to amusement parks. And that’s the idea. “We’ve always considered ourselves the theme part of Texas,” said Martindale. “We take that very seriously. Bring them the very best in family entertainment.” ALSO ALL STARS: Another Six Flags entity, Hurricane Harbor, was a prominent fixture on many voter ballots – not surprising when you consider how the park has taken summer splashes to a new level. Speaking of new levels – high-flying bouncers at Mansfield’s Urban Air Trampoline Park helped that new entertainment venue “jump” onto our roster of All Stars.
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SO, HOW DID THE TITAN secure the top spot among voters in in this category in the inaugural All Star poll? Well, you can start by doing the math: To gauge the distance from the ground to the tallest portion of the ride – and, yes, there are A LOT of tall portions on this ride – you need a measuring tape that stretches 245 feet. To get from Point A, the start, to Point B, the finish, you travel 5,312 feet. And you do it in 3 minutes and 20 seconds. But forget all that stuff that notes how a straight line best connects those dots. A top speed of 85 mph accomplishes the feat in a much more compelling manner. In fact, this mammoth steel wonder offers such an intense rush that ride describers had to come up with a whole new category for it – the hyper twisted coaster. Hypercoasters are the modern incarnation of
coasters that are pumped up to more than 200 feet tall and that go really fast. This hyper twisted coaster goes higher and falls faster than its meager hyper cousin – and then it provides enough twists and turns to ensure that you remember it forever – or, at least long enough to honor it as the best of many great rides at the best of many great parks in Texas. ALSO ALL STARS: Voters went vintage with one of the other top vote-getters: The Runaway Mine Train, a Six Flags staple that has been around since 1966. Some 33 years later the park introduced Batman: The Ride, which also garnered voter love in our poll – maybe because this year it goes backward.
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Dr. Alfred DiStefano, The Arlington Cancer Center 906 W. Randol Mill Road • (817) 261-4906
Medical specialist Joseph Mentesana, Edward Jones 4204 S.W. Green Oaks Blvd., Suite 130 • (817) 483-8080
EDWARD JONES, the finance specialty company, markets itself as a “a decidedly different kind of investment firm.” One of its Arlington principals, Joseph Mentesana, can now market himself as “a decidedly popular investment specialist.” Or he can tell clients and prospective clients that he was just voted the favorite financial services expert in the Arlington area. Either way, he clearly is doing things right with other people’s money. The longtime Arlington resident graduated from Lamar High School in 1982 and since becoming a manager at Edward Jones, he has devoted a career to helping individual investors make the most of their money. So, how does he do it? “I am able to offer clients financial strategies that have a proven track record,” Mentesana said. “At Edward Jones, we also take pride in our ability to offer one-on-one advice.” That is one of the principles that governs practices at his Edward Jones firm, he noted, and one of the things that sets it – and Mentesana – apart from many other financial service providers.
IN 1982, A VOID of cancer medicine facilities in North Texas prompted Dr. Alfred DiStefano, oncologist and co-founder of Arlington Cancer Center, to open a comprehensive cancer care center here. Thirty-plus years later, it has become one of the nation’s premiere treatment facilities – and Dr. DiStefano has become our voters’ choice as favorite area medical specialist. “The Readers Choice poll results caught me by surprise, but I’m extremely honored the public would vote me as the winner.” Dr. DiStefano said. “Since I founded Arlington Cancer Center, our group of forward-thinking physicians has worked to become known nationally as a pioneer by offering cutting-edge, individualized cancer treatments. Being named ‘Favorite Medical Specialist’ by the readers of Arlington Today is validation that we’re doing something right at Arlington Cancer Center.” From day one the center has been state-of-the-art, offering radiology and medical oncology at one location, thus allowing the staff to put the individual patients at the focus of their treatment plans. Today, the 60,000-square-foot facility staffs more than 100 health and medical professionals who deal specifically with cancer. It also has been of benefit to Dr. DeStefano himself, as he was recently treated for prostate cancer. The experience left him better able to empathize with patients – as well as put him on the receiving end of some unexpected compliments. “‘I love your short haircut; keep it that way’ was said by several patients as it was growing back after I lost it from chemotherapy,” he said with a smile.
ALSO ALL STARS: A credit union, EECU, and a bank, PlainsCapital, joined Joseph Mentesana among the financial service providers most appreciated by our voters. Considering that this is a category of importance to everyone, those endorsements speak volumes.
ALSO ALL STARS: Our voters’ favorite orthopedic surgeon is Dr. Phil Mycosckie, who has been practicing here for nearly four decades. And Dr. Dharmesh “Dan” Bhatka, a podiatrist, also was named to the All-Star team for his stellar work on thousands of Arlington-area foot /ankle issues.
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Great Skin Spa • Skincare 3851 S.W. Green Oaks Blvd. • (817) 478-2114 BRENDA CURETON-SMITH knows how important skin care care is – it was why she created a business, Great Skin Spa & Skin Care, to help Arlington-area women and men have the best skin possible. Now, they’ve paid her back, voting the skin treatment facility their favorite in our inaugural Readers’ Choice poll. The Arlington resident (pictured above with Great Skin team members Angie Cinkin Lanoie and Kendra Hamilton) said her spa is devoted to enhancing the beauty and relaxation options for women and men alike. So, the services offered there run the gamut: facials for anti-aging, acne and
maintenance; Rhonda Allison chemical peels and specialty facials; slimming body wraps; teeth whitening; waxing; makeovers and massage. Not only that – Cureton-Smith also wants her clients to realize value from their investments. “Great Skin offers a facial club to make it affordable to have monthly treatments to get your skin and body in tip-top shape,” she said. “All services are offered on a single purchase, as well as membership pricing. It’s a beautiful day spa that engulfs you in relaxation, peace and tender, professional and friendly care and service from the moment you walk in the door.” One of the facility’s specialties, wedding preparation, likely helped Great Skin at the online ballot box, as well. Cureton-Smith said she and her staff take great pride in their ability to prepare the bride and her wedding party for the big day. “We are the bride’s best beauty friend during this monumental, joyous – yet stressfull – time,” she said. “We provide spa parties for the wedding party, which make a great gift as we get them ready for the big day.” In addition, Great Skin offers services for the entire family, including highly customized acne treatment services and plans for teens and facials for men to help keep their skin smooth and provide a better skin surface for shaving. ALSO ALL STARS: The Sanford Spa & Salon is noted elsewhere as our readers’ favorite in the Salon/Spa category, but it also was voted an All Star in the Skin Care category. So, too, was Hand & Stone, a new addition to the area skin-care scene that provides a bevy of skin-related services, all designed to make clients look and feel better.
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Globe Life Park 1000 Ballpark Way • globelifepark.com
THIS FAVORITE is so special it has been deemed “The Temple” by local radio peronality Mike Rhyner. Globe Life Park, home of your Texas Rangers, offers great sight lines, a wide range of edible and drinkable goodies, entertaining between-inning activities and generally a fun team to watch on the field.
ALSO ALL STARS: The Dallas Cowboys call AT&T Stadium home. You called it an awesome place to watch sports live (in fact, “awesome” was referenced several times). Meanwhile, UTA’s fabulous, new College Park Center was rightly lauded as a great addition to the city’s sports scene.
Comet Cleaners 7 city locations • cometcleaners.com
TALK ABOUT staying power – Comet Cleaners, now with more than 200 locations, started in Arlington and has been operated by the Godrey family for more than 90 years. The business is a pioneer in cleaning technology and a favorite – THE favorite in our poll – among residents seeking quality cleaning.
ALSO ALL STARS: Oaks Cleaners opened in 2001 and offers an array of “above and beyond” services, including home/office delivery and leather care. Bond Cleaners was founded in 1969 and is a popular stop for wedding dress care and boot/shoe repair, in addition to its cleaning services.
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River Legacy Parks 703 N.W. Green Oaks Blvd. • (817) 860-6752
Park IF YOU’VE LIVED in the Arlington area long, you’ve likely paid a visit or two hundred to River Legacy Parks. This 1,300-acre urban oasis follows the curves of the Trinity River in north Arlington – and serves as a source of information and inspiration to practically everyone who visits. Now, it also is the favorite park in all the land – at least the land in and around Arlington. Your vote spoke to more than just the park itself, said Kristi Payne, marketing coordinator for the River Legacy Foundation. “Being name as the ‘Favorite Park’ is a true testament to the work of the foundation and the Arlington Parks and Recreation Department, as we continue to preserve and enhance a natural place for residents and visitors of Arlington to connect to nature through play, biking, hiking and enjoying the wildlife and outdoors,” Payne said. “The number of people who use the park and visit River Legacy Living Science Center exemplifies what we do and why we do it.” Payne also gave credit to the City of Arlington and its Parks and Recreation Department crew and staff for their care and maintenance of the park. “The Foundation works closely with Parks staff to create a one-of-a-kind nature experience for residents and guests through education and recreation,” she said. “First, visitors to River Legacy Living Science Center can see and learn about the amazing plants and animals that make River Legacy Parks their home. Then they can take what they learned, walk out the doors of the science center and be immediately immersed in the habitats of River Legacy Parks. Armed with this information, when they go exploring the 1,300 acres of River Legacy Parks, they are more likely to notice some of the animals they learned about at the center.” ALSO ALL STARS: Veteran’s Park stands in remembrance of citizens of Arlington who served the country in the military. It is the only city park with a disc golf course. Randol Mill Park has baseball/softball complexes, basketball courts, nature trails, a family aquatic center and fishing ponds.
SERVING HERE since 1989, Dr. Scott Pulliam has a perfect 5-star rating in nearly every review on the website ucomparehealthcare.com, created to help people find quality providers. A reader said, “Dr. Pulliam cares for all of his patients and is the only doctor we trust to care for our family.”
Dr. Scott Pulliam Family Healthcare Associates 1926 S.W. Green Oaks Blvd. • (817) 472-5522
ALSO ALL STARS: Dr. David Scott Hunter began his private practice in Arlington in 1980 and is also a team physician for the Texas Rangers. Dr. Richard Chiarello specializes in pediatric care and has nearly 40 years of experience in the medical field.
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Fork in the Road 1821 S. Fielder Road • (817) 459-3675
OWNER/CHEF Josh Hopkins opened Fork in the Road in December, 2013, and has been serving some of biggest, best – and, based on the whopping number of votes pointed his way, most popular – burgers in the area since. You can try a burger of the week (i.e., The Great Halloumi, topped with grilled Halloumi cheese and sliced pepperoncini) or go for other tasty and unique options – all cooked to perfection.
ALSO ALL STARS: Chop House Burgers has both an Arlington and a Mansfield location, and its fare once prompted a reviewer to write, “The next great burger is here. And it’s in Arlington.” The same could be said for the burgers at Grease Monkey, where you can build your sandwich with “fixin’s” that include avacado, breaded Portabella mushrooms and roasted red peppers.
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plastic surgeon DR. MARK BISHARA, a cosmetic surgeon who operates offices in Mansfield and Southlake, prides himself on his practice’s ability – and desire – to keep up with advances in medince. Consequently, his patients get the best care possible. They, in turn, have rewarded that diligence by voting him their favorite in the field of plastic surgery. “When I first learned that I was voted favorite plastic surgeon in the poll I was really humbled,” Dr. Bishara said. “I was so surprised that I thought you had the wrong surgeon. It is an honor to be held in high regard with my colleagues in North Texas.” He has earned that honor among patients by consistently going the extra mile. Whether finding an improved gel implant for breast augmentation, offering a head-to-toe variety of body contouring options after Dr. Mark Bishara, The Paragon Plastic Surgery & Med•Spa bariatric surgery or bringing in the latest in robotics for hair transplants, the native Texan seeks ways to 1101 Matlock Road, Mansfield • (817) 473-2120 improve his services. As a result, patients can have better outcomes. Other special interests in the practice are rhinoplasty, abdominoplasty (tumALSO ALL STARS: Dr. Anthony Nakamura has more than 25 years experience ofmy-tuck), liposuction, cosmetic surgery of the face, autologous fat transfer and fering surgical and non-surgical options for the face, breast, body, and skin. Plastic body contouring surgery after massive weight loss. He also provides a full array Surgery of Texas has practices in Fort Worth and Weatherford, but its Arlington of minimally invasive cosmetic procedures, including injectable fillers and Botox. draw is so strong that it was voted an All Star, as well.
place for Dinner SO, WHAT MAKES Mac’s Bar & Grill so good that it was voted favorite place for dinner in the Arlington area? Founder Mike McMahon has a theory. “What makes Mac’s special is primarily the consistency and quality of the food and service,” he said. “We provide value by making dishes from scratch that require the skills of a chef, but are priced at casual-dining prices. We work hard to make Mac’s a friendly, family-oriented, high-quality neighborhood restaurant.” McMahon said the restaurant’s front-of-the-house staff is trained to make sure customers have an exceptional experience when they come into Mac’s. “We pride ourselves on having a friendly staff mixed with veterans and younger people who work together as a team to strive to make the guest experience better than they would receive anywhere else,” he said. “The kitchen staff is made up veterans, most having worked for us 20 years or more. We could not be successful without their hard work and adherence to our standards of quality.” More than all that, McMahon said, the restaurant has bonded with the community because it makes a priority to do so. “We have always tried to be a positive influence in the community by making the workplace drug free and making Mac’s a good place to work and by treating the younger employees as we would want our own kids treated.” Talk about a recipe for success.
Mac’s Bar & Grll 6077 West I-20 • (817) 572-0541
ALSO ALL STARS: A couple of restaurants that consistently scored high marks in other categories of our poll, Cacharel and Piccolo Mondo, also were lauded by our readers for their abilities to provide a high-quality dinner experience.
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spa/Salon YOU LIKELY KNOW the Sanford Spa & Salon as a popular spot for therapeutic restoration. Now it’s something even better: It’s the favorite spot for therapeutic restoration in the Arlington area, per your vote in our summer poll. The spa’s menu of massages, facials, and hair and nail services for men and women would probably be enough to keep guests satisfied. But General Manager Valerie Landry said those services just scratch the surface. And she said she is thrilled the public has embraced what the Sanford staff does to improve the well-being of its guests. “We are so excited and honored that our guests voted the Sanford Spa & Salon as the best in Arlington,” said Landry. “This award is truly a tribute to the service providers and staff at the Spa & Salon. Their dedication to providing excellent service to every guest is a promise that we constantly strive to achieve. Now, our guests have turned the tables and made our day! From our Spa & Salon family to yours - thank you so much.” Sanford offers six spa packages, from “When You’re Smiling” for $185 to the ultimately refreshing “Fly Me to the Moon” for $370. Among the packages are two treatments tailored especially for men, so the guys won’t feel left out of the rejuvination process. In addition, Landry said, there is a wide range of hair treatments available, including cuts, coloring, highlighting, shampooing and various combinations of each. The spa also offers nearly a dozen massage options, wraps, body scrubs, facials, eye treatments, skin treatments, manicures and pedicures, waxing, and hand and foot treatments – all of which are available to both women and men. Landry said yet another specialty area has proven popular with guests: wedding packages. “Our ‘Goin’ to the Chapel’ package includes a 60-minute
The Sanford Spa & Salon 1001 N. Waldrop, Suite 505 • (817) 277-9415 massage, express manicure and pedicure, makeup application and formal hair style,” she said. “When four or more bridesmaids book the package with the bride, the wedding party will receive a complimentary spa lunch served on the day of service.” ALSO ALL STARS: Burt Grant SalonSpa, the area’s longest-running lifestyle salon, features makeup artist extraordinaire Tressia Bond, who has done work on pageant winners and television stars alike. Daired’s was named by ELLE Magazine as one of the top 100 salons in America and noted by InStyle Magazine in its prestigious Beauty Black Book.
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Boomer Jack’s Grill & Bar 2 Arlington locations • boomerjack.com
THIS ARLINGTON hot spot (technically, hot spots, as there are two locations) has great food that runs the gamut from burgers to grilled delights. But it’s also a preferred place to watch “the game” – or many games – on any of dozens of televisions anchored to the establishment walls.
ALSO ALL STARS: In Arlington (and in Mansfield) game-watchers have made going to No Frills Grill & Sports Bar a part of their weekly routine. The same goes for Grease Monkey, which, as you might recall from a previous “Favorite” spot, has some delicious burgers to enjoy while you watch the game(s).
Mochalux Coffe & Tea Co. 1101 E. Bardin, Suite 101 • (817) 468-0488
THE MOCHALUX checklist includes all you could want in a great, local coffee shop: namely great-tasting beverages in a relaxing, friendly enviornment. Then there is the modern furniture, the ample natural light for easy reading, the complimentary Wi-Fi, and the friendly staff. It’s no wonder that you “lifted your mugs” to this place in our poll.
ALSO ALL STARS: Glazed Doughnuts & Cafe is more than the name would imply. There are all manner of breakfast options beside doughnuts – plus good coffee. And you likely can’t have a poll about coffee that doesn’t include a lot of votes for Starbucks. Ours did, for sure.
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A READER said this of Jay Jay Cafe: “It feels like a hometown cafe. The servers are very friendly and provide very good service. Everything on the menu is good – with great quantity.” Obviously, other readers agreed, rewarding the restaurant with their votes Jay Jay Cafe in our inaugural poll. Jay Jay 518 Fielder North Plaza • (817) 861-2050 pays them back with a varied – and tasty – breakfast menu that includes pancakes, waffles and out-of-this-world omelettes. And when you come back for a later-in-the-day meal, you have to “try the pie.” ALSO ALL STARS: Two prominent chains, The Cracker Barrel and IHOP, also were voted to the All-Star team. Of course, the former is as well-known for its country store as it is for its cooking, and IHOP will forever be a favorite for serving breakfast food, even when it’s not time for breakfast food.
private school PANTEGO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY is a Covenantal School, meaning at least one parent of each student must be a Christian in order for their child to be enrolled. This philosophy touches every aspect of school curriculum, as well as extra-curricular activities. It is also a viewpoint that resounded Pantego Christian Academy with many voters, much to the joy 2201 W. Park Row • (817) 460-3315 of the school’s secondary principal Tu Price. “Initially, when I learned we were voted favorite private school, I was very excited and privileged that our Arlington community would vote PCA as No. 1,” he said. “That is a testimony of the strong community we have with students, parents and staff. The Lord receives the credit for that.” The school offers classes for students preschool age through grade 12. Price said the teaching doesn’t stop there, though. “We continue to strive to be intentional in preparing students not only for graduation but who they will become the next 10, 20, 30 years of their lives,” he said. ALSO ALL STARS: The Oakridge School was established in 1969 and serves some 870 college-bound students from 30 cities and 10 countries. Saint Maria Goretti Catholic School, founded in 1954, offers a Christian-based education for students in preschool through grade 8.
Dr. David Slater, David Slater Dentistry 1935 Brown Blvd.• (817) 277-0177
dentist DR. DAVID SLATER is a dentist, teacher and patient’s friend – and, as of this month, he’s also an Arlington Area All Star as our readers’ favorite among local treaters of teeth. The dentist and patient’s friend parts are clearly connected – and likely connected to why Dr. Slater is so popular with readers and non-readers alike. The teaching role, though, further explains how he has risen to the top of his field as a dentist people trust. As one of only 55 dentists who have achieved mentorship status from the Creating Restorative Excellence Center in Seattle, he teaches dentists from around the world. Dr. Slater is considered an innovator in cosmetic dentistry and provides the latest in equipment and procedures by offering cutting-edge technologies in tooth whitening, porcelain veneers, and all phases of restorative dentistry. Still, his focus continues to be fixing oral systems that are breaking down, particularly for baby boomers who want to keep their teeth for a lifetime. It’s not just his job, he said. It’s a calling. “Being there for someone means dedicating yourself to their needs,” Dr. Slater said. “Providing excellent health care is just one way I have to improve someone’s life. The relationship with our patients is much more important than just treating their teeth.” An active member of the American Dental Association, the American Association of Orthodontics, the Academy of General Dentistry and the Texas Academy of Dental Lasers, Dr. Slater is also involved with the area Chamber of Commerce and is a big supporter of Theatre Arlington, River Legacy Science Center and the Fielder Museum. ALSO ALL STARS: Great Oak Dental subscribes to a mantra that made voters feel good about their experiences there: “Our goal is to make sure your dental experience is the best you will ever have.” Likewise, Dr. Douglas Engle and staff strive for dental experiences that are as comfortable, pleasant, and pain free as possible, and their collective efforts made them All Stars.
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2014 Favorites Place to get fit WITH TWO locations in Arlington, this popular place to pump iron, etc., has become a “go to” destination for workout warriors. Actually, based on your votes, it’s THE “go to” place for personal training, equipment, courts, group fitness, spa treatments, sauna, pool, juice bar and the proverbial “more.”
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ALSO ALL STARS: The Arlington YMCA scored big with our voters, who, along with non-voters, can choose from three locations to meet their fitness needs. And we’re happy to note that you didn’t forget the Maverick Athletic Club, which has been going strong (fitness pun intended) since 1980.
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Place to Shop/get gifts THERE’S A NOTE on the Gracie Lane website that has proven to be prophetic: “If you believe in local business, expect exceptional selections and enjoy unique finds, Gracie Lane is sure to be your favorite shopping destination.” That’s exactly what our readers deemed it, in the first All-Star balloting, and now they are flocking to S. Cooper Street on a regular basis to prove it. Once there, they find gifts and unique wares, all from local vendors who are taking advantage of the center’s literal one-stop-shop philosophy. From home decor to fashion accessories, from gifts to jewelry, Gracie Lane has shoppers covered. And now they’ve reciprocated with a collective thumb’s up that left owner Teresa Burda almost at a loss for words over her good fortune. “We are extremely humbled and honored to be voted Arlington’s favorite shopping place,” Burda said. “We would like to thank everyone that has supported Gracie Lane over the past year.” Burda said she feels blessed to have such loyal customers on a daily basis, especially given that Gracie Lane has been around less than a year. “Our goal has always been to provide a one-of-a-kind shopping experience,” she said. “From the moment you walk in the door, you will be greeted with a smile and a warm welcome. As you stroll ‘The Lane,’ our friendly staff is ever ready to help you locate that fun, unique ‘find.’ In addition to our customer service, we offer 100 individual boutiques that are regularly updated to provide our customers with a fresh, new experience every time they come to shop.” ALSO ALL STARS: Gene Allen’s Gifts has two Arlington locations and has served the area’s gift needs since 1965. The Shoppes at Brownstone Village offer upscale shopping, dining and culture galore – you could spend an entire day there. Jazzy Jems is a shopper’s paradise, with its frequently updated collections of apparel, jewelry, accessory and gift items. The Highlands is a virtual city unto itself – in fact, it has its own streets leading to an array of high-end stores and eateries. And Lincoln Square, marked by its signature stallion fountain, has been an Arlington institution for nearly 25 years.
Mama’s Pizza 1200 N. Fielder • (817) 795-8700
GIVEN THAT Mama’s Pizza has been a staple on “Best of” lists of Tarrant County publications for three decades, it’s only fitting that the Fielder Road location, opened in 2004, would get to add another jewel to the crown. For you pizza-loving trivia buffs: Arlington had the largest opening of a Mama’s Pizza restaurant ever.
ALSO ALL STARS: Prespa’s’ two Arlington locations gave Mama’s a real battle for the coveted “favorite” honor, no surprise when you consider the combined treat of great food AND atmosphere. And Piccolo Mondo, your “Favorite Place for a Special Occasion,” also earned plenty of kudos in this category.
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2014 Favorites orthodontisT THE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE now fronted by Dr. Moody Alexander has been serving Arlington for the past five decades. Moody’s father Dr. Wick Alexander opened the office in 1964 and moved the practice to its current location in 1971. Moody Alexander began practicing in 1995 and has since taken over the role as the primary orthodontist from his father. Collectively, they’ve created quite a bond with patients and former patients, who collectively voted them to the top spot among area orthodontists. “I’m humbled and honored,” Dr. Moody Alexander said of being named the area’s favorite. “I’m also thankful for working with the most amazing team in the world and that the Lord called me to this profession.” The younger Alexander said that he and that team work very hard on two aspects of their practice: Providing world-class orthodontics, as well as a comfortable and motivating office environment. “We try to make each patient feel special and cared for each time they come to our office,” he said. “Orthodontics is a long-term commitment, and it gives us the opportunity to develop special bonds with our amazing patients and their families. We encourage each other as a staff to not only know the patient’s orthodontic needs, but to also be aware of their interests and hobbies.”
Moody Alexander, Drs Alexander Orthodontics 840 W. Mitchell Street • (817) 275-3233
ALSO ALL STARS: This was one of the most tightly contested categories in the reader poll, as two other doctors showed loyal followings. Dr. Jed Hildebrand, who you might recall from his days on the television show “Survivor: Thailand,” is an All Star, as is Dr. Garland McKelvain, whose practice dates to 1981.
tex-mex WHILE THE FOOD and atmosphere at Rio Mambo will always be major drawing cards, there’s something else that helped push the popular Tex-Mex restaurant to the top of the favorites list in our poll. “Everything we discuss in our company begins with the word ‘relationship,’” said owner Brent Johnson. “We are building on relationships daily with our staff. Unless they understand and experience the level of care and concern we have for them, they will never be able to translate that to our guests. Though we have grown, we are operated externally based on family, Christian values. Our relationships with our staff, and theirs with our guests, are not predicated upon gratuities. They are our true response to a guest choosing us, over and over again.” Johnson said being named the favorite Tex-Mex eatery in the area is an honor he and his team won’t take lightly. “I am always humbled when our collective guests think highly enough of our food and service to list us among their favorites,” he said. “I understand that trust is earned one plate, one experience at a time.” About those plates ... From the conventional (tacos, enchiladas, chalupas, etc.) to the house favorites such as The Grilled Relleno and Tacos a la Parilla (Grilled Tacos) , everything at Rio Mambo is prepared and presented with gusto.As for the atmosphere inside the restaurant ... well, the picture above right pretty much tells the story.
Rio Mambo 6407 S. Cooper Street • (817) 465-3122 ALSO ALL STARS: Whether you’re craving satisfying Tex-Mex or one of the better-tasting margaritas in the Arlington area (or any other), El Gabacho delivers. And one voter had this endorsement for Lupe’s Tex Mex in Lincoln Square: “The Chef’s Special (chicken) is a flavorful shot to the senses. Lupe’s also has great salsa and bean dip for starters.”
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place for lunch SINCE OPENING in Arlington in 1980, Dino’s Subs has shown that a local eatery can compete with the national players. Our readers apparently think it can do even better than compete –they believe it can be the best place to find lunch in all the area. Here is what some of them had to say, in fact: “My wife and I were out car shopping and needed somewhere to stop for lunch. I had passed Dino’s Subs so many times in the past and had never stopped. We’re glad we did this time. We were pleasantly surprised and will return again very soon.” And ... “My wife had a half-sandwich with turkey, cheese and all the fixin’s, and I ordered the meatball sub. Both of our sandwiches were wonderful. My wife loved her turkey sandwich with all the veggies and dressed just the way she wanted it. My meatball with marinara and provolone cheese was delicious.” And, finally ... “I moved to Texas in 1983 and have been a customer since then. I have never had a bad sandwich, and my only regret each time is that I didn’t order a second one for later.” With testimonials like that, it’s not surprising Dino’s found its way to the top of the favorites list.
Dino’s Subs 2221 S. Collins Street • (817) 274-1140 ALSO ALL STARS: The Tin Cup proved popular with our lunch-savvy readers, not only because of the great food but because of the friendly service, which was cited on most of the ballots. And the other All Star in this category, Fork in the Road, was voted “Favorite Burger” by our readers. If you’re in the mood for an alternative, you can try a variety of lunch items unique to the eatery.
chiropractor Dr. Kenyon Godwin of Godwin Chiropractic and Wellness Center, doesn’t just adjust spines – he specializes in holistic care, a natural approach to health that emphasizes the total connection of the mind, body and spirit. In a nutshell, that entails addressing spinal health and wellness, nutritional guidance, and family care without the use of modern medicines or surgery. “The most important gift a family can have is their health, which is why it’s imperative people understand that from aging adults to young children, pain should never be a part of anyone’s lifestyle,” said Dr. Godwin. With a 98-percent success rate using holistic remedies, the practice has found many satisfied patients, as evidenced by our poll results, which left Dr. Godwin humbled and suprised. “Wow,” he said. “I felt honored, thankful, proud of my team and excited for the people we get to serve. In our office our patients are like our family. We listen to them, get to know them, laugh, joke, pray and cry with them. It’s an awesome environment, a place of love and healing.” Asked the nicest thing a patient has ever said to him, Dr. Godwin replied, “Dr. Godwin, I just want you to know that you are a godsend. You have helped me so much with my back, I could hardly get out of the bed, and this morning I got up with no pain. Thank you so much, and God bless you and your family.”
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ALSO ALL STARS: Dr. Salvador “Sal” Capuli doesn’t even have to see a patient to make him/her feel better – his website greets visitors with soothing music as they view the various services. And Dr. Monte Anderson has been treating – and healing – area patients for more than a decade.
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2014 Favorites drinks PRETTY MUCH every occasion is an occasion to party at this city institution. And now that it has added the South Street Patio for live performances, it is more popular than ever. J. Gilligan’s offers daily draft beer specials and practically every mixed drink known to the Arlington area, and the homey interior is a welcome retreat from the daily grind.
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live Music venue SINCE IT OPENED in the fall of 2008, the Levitt Pavilion has hosted more than 300 live concerts – all free of charge, save for the annual benefit events that help pay the tab for the remaining schedule. You can take a bow with the performers if you remember that Brave Combo was the first official act to play on the Levitt stage (or that Samarabalouf did a Sneak Peek just prior). And you can count yourself fortunate if you were among audience members over the years for the likes of B.J. Thomas, Foreigner, Fastball, Firefall, Three Dog Night, Ray Wylie Hubbard, the Charlie Daniels Band and Pentatonix. In a nutshell, The Levitt Pavilion provides the community with an accessible, safe gathering place for free music and performing arts open to everyone – all ages, ethnicities, neighborhoods and income levels, especially those who could not afford to enjoy live music and the performing arts in any other way. In a surprise to virtually nobody, our voters selected the venerable venue as the best place to watch great performers performing greatly. “I think when the Levitt first started, people weren’t really sure what to expect. Would it be hokey and garage bands (and nothing against garage bands – they definitely have their place)?,” said Cathy O’Neal, communications director for the venue. “Instead, we delivered professional quality musical artists that people have heard of, and over the years, even if they hadn’t heard of a band we had playing at the Levitt, people were willing to come check it out because they knew it would be good. We’ve given Arlington a wide array of different musical genres to sample and introduced them to artists they may not have listened to without hearing them at the Levitt.” ALSO ALL STARS: The Grease Monkey is known for great burgers, sandwiches and beverages, but it also scored major kudos from our voters as a performance venue. El Arroyo, likewise, has become a favorite hangout, where patrons enjoy live music on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights, as well as on Sunday afternoons.
J. Gilligan’s Bar & Grill 400 E. Abram • (817) 274-8561
ALSO ALL STARS: No Frills Grill & Sports Bar makes its way back into our list of favorites, this time for its drink selection/fun atmosphere. And Hooligan’s Pub’s wood-laden interior, friendly staff and drink selections to the hilt earned this popular night spot a place among the area favorites.
Pet care AN ARLINGTON institution, Gully Animal Hospital was founded in 1981 and not only takes care of the simple needs, but offers surgical, dental, full in-house intensive care units, pharmacy, lab, and radiology facilities. In addition, the clinic has an emergency pet hospital open until 11 p.m. and staffed to handle urgent situDr. Roy Gully, Gully Animal Hospital ations quickly and effectively. 6300 South Cooper • (817) 583-7497 It’s little wonder, then, that this oft-used service provider was voted the favorite pet care facility in the area. Still, Hospital Administrator Clint Wolverton said he and fellow staff members are touched by the support many of their favorite patients’ owners showed the hospital. “First, we would like to say how honored we are to have been chosen ‘Favorite Pet Care Provider,’” he said. “It is a true joy to be so well-respected by the pet owners of Arlington.” Wolverton said the bond between hospital personnel and both their two- and four-legged patients is special. “I believe the fact that our pets’ parents knowing we will go above and beyond to help care for their pets is what makes them have so much trust in our hospital,” he said. “Just knowing that they can bring their pet in seven days a week and whether it is an emergency or just a bath, is comforting to them and provides them full trust in our facility.” ALSO ALL STARS: With two well-stocked and well-staffed Arlington locations and one store in Mansfield, Petsmart has the area well-covered, pet care-wise. Creature Comfort Animal Clinic, meanwhile, offers veterinary services, as well as boarding for pets, and has had a long, successful bond with the city.
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2014 Favorites place for a special occasion WHAT HAPPENS when you combine unique, delicious dishes with good service and an elegant atmosphere? Well, in the case of Piccolo Mondo restaurant, you wind up being voted the Arlington area’s favorite spot for a spcial night on the town. It has been a favorite since August 1983, when Antonio Capaccioli and Nicola Saracino opened their Italian eatery in a strip center on the farthest end of E. Lamar Blvd. Three decades later, it still serves Saracino’s fabulous food and features Capaccioli’s charming hospitality, in an environment that is equal parts romantic and warm. Capaccioli believes the primary calling card is his colleague’s cuisine choices. “We’re more traditional in style, I guess,” he said. “I traveled a lot when I was younger, and when I found something I liked to eat, I took note. And when we opened here, we offered all the things I liked myself – plus what Nicola liked and liked to cook.” The locals like the dishes, as well – enough, in fact, to vote Piccolo Mondo their favorite restaurant for a special occasion.
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ALSO ALL STARS: Two other favorites became so for obivous reasons. Cacharel serves a gourmet menu and provides one of the better views of the city from atop the Brookhollow Two Tower. And The Melting Pot in the Highlands offers fondue fun in a warm setting that appeals to families and couples alike.
OB/GYN WHEN DR. JOAN BERGSTROM founded Women’s Health Services in 1986, it instantly became one of the few obstetrics/gynecology practices in the Metroplex made up of only female physicians. Today, based on the results of our Readers’ Choice poll, it is also one of the most popular – in fact, it is the favorite. There is no question Dr. Bergstrom and her team have struck a positive chord in the community – the group has delivered more than 10,000 babies in Arlington. That’s in addition to providing countless other health care services to its patients. Still, Dr. Bergstrom didn’t see this honor coming. “Receiving the award of ‘Favorite OBGYN’ in Arlington is a wonderful surprise,” she said. “I love my job and get to spend every day with my patients. Through the past 28 years in Arlington, I have ‘grown up’ with my patients. We have gone through so many life experiences together; dealing with relationships, pregnancies, raising children, dealing with hormones, sex, stress, jobs, working through the bad times and sharing the good. As a gynecological surgeon, I am blessed to have the skills
to make a difference in women’s lives by treating problems that can interfere with their daily lives ... like urinary incontinence, heavy periods and prolapse issues. Getting this recognition from my patients, friends and colleagues really makes it all the more worthwhile.” The women’s health field is changing rapidly, Dr. Bergstrom said, making it imperative that physicians find a way to bond with patients as they treat them. “The most important part of establishing a long-lasting relationship with a patient is to ‘listen,’” she said. “Too many times, doctors tend to talk and not really hear what it is that their patients are trying to tell them. I try to remember details about my patient’s lives that allow us to continue our relationship over the long term.” ALSO ALL STARS: With locations in Arlington and Mansfield, Matlock OB/GYN is another patient-oriented practice finding favor with our readers. Likewise, Dr. Keryn Dias, who practices obstetrics and gynecology at Medical Clinic of North Texas.
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he votes are in, and your favorite eating establishments have been noted on the preceding pages. Now, we’re going to cast our ballots for four of the more scrumptious taste treats in the Arlington area. Please take note, though: While we highly recommend you try all these options, you might want to pace yourself and try them on separate days. Rio Mambo When you pair steak with shrimp – and that’s steak and shrimp cooked however you want it cooked – you have an All-Star entree. Eloy’s Meal, a Rio Mambo specialty, features plenty of classic Tex-Mex extras, making for a nearly perfect dining experience. Location: 6407 S. Cooper Street Dino’s Subs Like opinions on politics, everyone has his/her thoughts on what makes a great sub sandwich. However, almost everyone agrees that Dino’s Subs makes a GREAT sub sandwich. Whether you prefer heavy on the meat, light on the Eloy’s Meal at Rio Mambo veggies – or vice versa – Dino’s has an option that will be pleasing to both the palate and the pocketbook. Oh, and for those keeping score at home, Dino’s is now working on its fourth decade of offering those options. Location: 2221 S. Collins Street Jay Jay Cafe This eatery was lauded as an All-Star breakfast place, but we’re also going to suggest that you try the pies. Actually, after you look at the picture to the right, we probably won’t have to suggest it. Locations: 1001 S. Bowen Road, 4401 Little Road and 518 Fielder North Plaza Mac’s Bar & Grill The grilled shrimp entree at Mac’s is basted with smoked chile butter, and comes with white rice and jicama/pineapple salsa. Translation: A meal so good that you will be tempted to become both a shrimper and jicama grower, just to replicate it. Location: 6077 West I-20
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hen Jeff and Kari Jordan first laid eyes on their dream home three years ago, the visual tour took a lot longer to complete than did the decision to buy it. Viewing 7,870 square feet inchby-inch to conceptualize just how all those inches would best be utilized can take some time. “But we knew right away that we loved it,” Kari said. And after three months of tailoring it to their tastes, the Jordans – Jeff and Kari and daughters Chandler, Cydnie and Colbi – were home, both literally and figuratively. “It’s us,” said Jeff, who wears two professional hats, as a principal at First Texas Insurance Services and as owner of the Jorco Group. Kari is a homemaker who has proudly watched Chandler (19) and Cydnie (17) become Arlington Cinderella Ball contestants, and who will likely see the 14-year-old Colbi follow in their footsteps.
Almost immediately after purchasing the house, the Jordans enlisted the help of designer Heather Baresh to take care of the interior. Out went the purples and other louder hues that marked practically every design element. They were replaced with cleaner lines and accessories – and a consistent dark-hued accent theme that makes each item present itself boldly against the white- and light-colored interior walls. “Heather was so great to work with,” Kari said. “She asked us what we were looking for and gave us just what we wanted. We love what it has become. It has plenty of space, which was vital to us with the girls. They have their favorite areas to entertain in – they have friends over here all the time. And Jeff and I have a house that’s very comfortable to us.” The accompanying pictures suggest it’s even more than that. Indeed, this is definitely one Home Sweet! Home.
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The home-buying process, made simple ... WHETHER YOU are a first-time homebuyer or a seasoned homeowner, now is a good time to buy a house. While home prices are on the rise, interest rates are still very low. Alison Vestal, a loan officer at Fairway Independent Mortgage Company, said the first steps in the home buying process should be budgeting and soul searching. “Decide what is important to you, make a list of your ‘must haves’ and your ‘can do withouts’ and set financial limits,” she said. “Then find a good Realtor and a good loan officer – make sure they are people who will listen to your needs, wants and goals.” Vestal said that before you start looking at houses you need to be prequalified for a mortgage. “Find a loan officer you can trust, someone who will be honest with you upfront about what you qualify for, the options you have and how the process will work,” she said. In recent years, Vestal said, qualifying for a home has become credit-score driven. Your scores will determine the rate you pay, the amount you have to put down and the cost of the mortgage insurance you have to pay. “You want a professional who can discuss the options with you, not just an ‘order taker’ on the internet or over the phone,” she said. “Once you have been prequalified and thoroughly discussed all of your options, then it’s time to find ‘the’ house and make an offer.” Vestal said most offers are written to close
about 30 days after acceptance. Once your offer is accepted, be prepared to supply the required documentation (pay stubs, W2s, tax returns, bank statements, etc.) to your loan officer. Typically, you will order a home inspection. Then an appraisal will be ordered, a property survey will be done, the title company will do title research and issue a title commitment, your employment/ income will be verified, and everything in the file will be checked. Ultimately this information will be collected to go to an underwriter who will look at everything and approve the loan, she said. Closing papers will be drawn and sent to the title company for you and the seller to sign. When everything is signed and finalized you are a homeowner. The process can seem a little overwhelming, so Vestal recommends finding a professional who is good at communicating and who has your best interests at heart. “In my 30 years in the mortgage business, I have had people whom I have helped buy their first homes, who have come back years later to buy their second homes and their third homes,” Vestal said. “They have recommended me to family and friends. That to me is the best compliment I can get and it’s the most satisfying part of my job.” For more: Alison Vestal, Fairway Independent Mortgage Co., 9 Enchanted Court, Mansfield, TX 76063, (817) 312-3583.
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Baseball, hot dogs, apple pie and ... nachos! Ricos Products, which created baseball stadium nachos here, returns to Arlington • By Corey Callaway
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Ricos Products Co. recently moved some of its manufacturing back to Arlington, where it produces On the Border corn tortilla chip products, as well as popcorn. (Photos: Dwayne Lee, Southern Flair Photography)
The Arlington plant represents a return for the company, which invented baseball stadium nachos in 1976.
icos Products Company Inc. recently moved some of its manufacturing back to Arlington. The company is named after Enrico Liberto from the second of five generations of family who have worked at the now-San Antonio-based company. Founded in 1909, it produces a wide variety of snack foods that are sold in 57 countries through 200 or so distributors. That’s the nutshell about the move and about the company, but what makes both big news here is a page of history you might not have read. Frank Liberto, third generation family member, invented baseball stadium nachos. And he did it right here in Arlington – baseball stadium nachos were first served in 1976 at Texas Rangers games at Arlington Stadium. Though nachos date as far back as 1943 to Piedras Negras, Mexico, Arlington – through Frank Liberto’s efforts – takes the honor as the baseball stadium nacho pioneer, no small feat, given how the item is now a staple at sports venues all around the country. Frank created what no one else had before: a pump-able consistency of the orangey-gooey goodness we see today – what the company calls “cheese sauce.” The Wisconsin cheddar-based cheese sauce is poured over crisp corn chips that are topped with tangy jalapeno peppers. To be able to serve customers quickly, Frank came up with the idea of warming up a can of cheese sauce so that it could be ladled over the chips and then sprinkling jalapenos in such a manner that they could be served in less than a minute. FRANK’S ORIGINAL BLEND included a concoction of jalapeno pepper juice and water. I remember this as a kid. At that age, my palate had not yet matured to a point I could manage the spicy heat without a big dose of ice cold Coca-Cola to put the fire out. I love to eat them now, and I would like to feast on a batch made the traditional way: with the jalapeño juice mixed in. I may have to try this at home! When the new product was launched in 1976, the concession operators were concerned that nachos might cannibalize other popular items such as popcorn, hot dogs and sodas. Thus, Frank was not allowed a concession stand to sell his new product; he had to build carts from which to sell the delectable treats.
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The corn tortilla chip, along with the combination of cheesy sauce and jalapeno peppers, proved an instant hit with baseball fans in Arlington – and now the ballpark nacho is a staple in stadiums everywhere.
Soon there would be lines 20 people deep waiting for the spicy snack. Nachos were an immediate success. In the first year nachos were offered to the public Arlington Stadium sold Ricos nachos at the rate of one sale for every two-and-a-half patrons. In its first year, $800,000 in sales were recorded over a season attended by 1,200,000 fans. By comparison, popcorn (the previous highest-selling snack) sold only to one in 14 patrons for total sales of $85,000. Frank claims that the one ingredient that accounted for the shift in stadium snack preference was the jalapeno pepper. Of course, beverage sales spiked, too, as you need something cool to drink with a spicy snack. BY 1978, THE SPICY SNACK became available at Texas Stadium, then home of the Dallas Cowboys, where iconic Monday Night Football announcer Howard Cosell would put nachos on the map. One day while Cosell sat alongside Frank Gifford and Don Meredith giving viewers the play-by-play, a plate of nachos was brought to the broadcast room. Cosell took up some dead air time and said, “They brought us this new snack . . . what do they call them? Knock-o’s or nachos?” Cosell, who liked the funny sounding name, started using the word “nachos” in the description of plays and often alluded to them in a
strident voice: “Here’s the kick ... that was a nacho man!” Or, “What a nacho run that was!” Cosell and others used the word for weeks afterward, in effect branding the treat far beyond the confines of its Arlington, Texas, birthplace. As noted previously, Ricos Products Company is headquartered in San Antonio, where it manufactures most of its fare. The new Ricos Products Company’s facility in Arlington manufactures corn tortilla chips and popcorn. Its iconic cheese sauce is contracted out to a couple of companies, and the recipe is a carefully guarded secret. It sells products in 57 countries working through more than 200 distributors worldwide. The family-owned company has fourth and fifth generations represented in its workforce today with Tony Liberto, Frank’s son, at the helm as its current president. Welcome back to Arlington, Ricos! You can find many of the company’s cheese sauce snacks at HEB food stores ... but I recommend eating them in their original and natural habitat: sitting in the stands and taking in your favorite sports event! Much of the information in this article came from the Smithsonian.com, the Detailed History of Nachos, which was written by K. Annabelle Smith, and Ricos.com.
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Should my clubs be custom-fit? The answer is a resounding ‘yes!’ – and here are some reasons why • By Chris Ferguson
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any golfers come into the golf shop at Shady Valley Country Club and want to talk about the lastest technology in golf clubs. They want to know what is the best line and when can I get them in their hands. I am a firm believer that if you are going to invest money to buy a new set of irons, you better get fit for them. Would you spend $1,000 on a suit without having it tailored? A common response I hear is, “I’m not good enough to get custom-fit. What can I get that you have in stock?” The players are convinced their swing inconsistencies override the potential benefits of clubs built just for them. Actually, the reason a lot of people hit it sideways is because they haven’t been custom-fit. Trying to figure out the swing with clubs whose length, weight, lie angle, shaft flex or grip size don’t match the body encourages players to make unnatural compensations that prevent them from developing proper mechanics. “If a shaft is too stiff for a player, he’ll hang back on his right side to get the ball airborne,” said Randy Henry, co-founder of Henry-Griffitts, a pioneer of interchangeable head-shaft fitting systems. “And if the length and lie angle are off, then their posture is doomed from the start.” Time and expense are two more reasons golfers don’t consider getting custom-fit. Generally, a private session with a certified clubfitter
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takes at least an hour, and costs around $100. (The fee for a fitting session is often included in the price of the clubs.) Of course, there are more convenient alternatives. With programs like Ping’s Web-Fit, an online order is processed after consumers enter basic static measurements about their bodies, plus factors such as swing speed and typical trajectory. Demo days offer golfers a great opportunity to hit a bunch of clubs with different specs side by side to determine which ones feel best. Most manufactures have a fitting system designed specifically for their brand. Shady Valley Country Club has a fit bag for Titliest. Another of the more-overlooked problems of buying off the rack is set makeup. Club fitting uses a launch monitor to get the person into the mix of irons, hybrids and fairway woods that gives him/her the exact right distance gaps. Sometimes getting custom-fit can be cheaper because you won’t get sold clubs you do not need. At the end of the day what a fitted set gives is peace of mind. When you hit a bad shot, it’s nice to know 100 percent of the problem was the swing. If you are looking for a new set of irons spend the time to find a certified clubfitter and have more fun playing golf. Chris Ferguson is head golf professional at Shady Valley Country Club.
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Deryl Dodd and friends, after the concert
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South Street Patio recently hosted a concert by Deryl Dodd that had practically everyone tapping his or her toe before it was over. The show also featured appearances by several local notables, some pictured here.
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Sandy Rose’s vintage Sears Motor Buggy, which originally belonged to his grandfather, was one of the first horseless carriages to hit the market. It came with a 13.5-horsepower motor and headlamps that are as beautiful as they are functional.
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A buggy needing no horse Sandy Rose’s 1909 Model H Sears car draws plenty of attention wherever he takes it • By Richard Greene
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hen retired Arlington arborist Sandy Rose visited his grandparents as a youngster, his first destination was the garage where the 1909 Model H Sears Motor Buggy was kept. It was already 40 years old when George William Rose purchased the prized vehicle that has now been in the family for three generations. Sandy remembers fondly how “Gramp would let me drive the Sears around the yard and driveways. He taught me how to grip the crank handle so that I would not break my thumb if the engine backfired.” When his father had the car shipped to Arlington in the early 1980s, Sandy knew it would be his, and so it is. He took much of it apart about five years ago to clean it all up and be sure everything was in great working condition. You can now often find him at the Friday night cruise-in that spontaneously takes place in the Albertson’s parking lot at the intersection of Highway 287 and Sublett Road in West Arlington. When people see the Buggy for the first time, the most frequent reaction is to exclaim – “What is THAT?” Seldom do any other 105-year-old cars show up at the weekly gathering of the many classic cars that congregate there. So Sandy is very accustomed to folks walking up wanting to know all about one of America’s earliest examples of the transformation of transportation from the days of the horse and buggy to a buggy with no horse. SEARS DESIGNED the vehicle, perhaps already somewhat obsolete in its styling, to be used not only on the few smooth road surfaces being developed but in ruts, deep mud, snow, sand and able to maneuver across fields. In a bit of engineering innovation for the time, the car was capable of switching to the opposite wheel if the other one lost traction. Production by Sears of its automobile came to an end in 1914, giving way to the early Ford Model T that came with a fourinstead of only a two-cylinder engine and that was capable of speeds almost double the advertised maximum of 25 mph for the Motor Buggy. The famous retailer did do some heavy promotion of its entry into the automobile business.
Advertised at a price of $395 (the Model T the same year cost $850), the Sears car was marketed on the quality of its 13.5-horsepower motor with these words: “Every engine is adjusted and balanced so that it works perfectly before being shipped … it is given a thorough road test and all adjustments made, so as to eliminate any difficulty on the road.” THE MAKERS WERE ESPECIALLY proud of what they called a “steering device.” It looked a lot like a boat tiller, but Sears described it as a “steering post and handle” after noting that “practical tests and study showed that the left hand is the side from which to run a car; we have also found that the handle bar is far better than the wheel type.” Another feature was its big wheels – “36 inches high … the best that can be made of selected hickory with heavy oneand-an-eighth-inch spokes The 1909 Model H Sears … and solid rubber tires.” Motor Buggy Also, its seat was special: originally sold “Very roomy and comfortfor $395 and featured a able; ends padded and lined, squeeze horn, upholstered with genuine as well as a machine-buffed leather of chain drive that could propel it the best quality” (even the to 25 mph. dashboard was leather). And – get this – “the seat cushion is removable so that the gasoline tank can be easily reached and filled.” Even testimony from its owners confirmed the enthusiasm for the vehicle. According to searsmotorbuggy. com, one satisfied customer reportedly wrote, “It beats a horse bad, as it don’t eat when I ain’t working it, and it stands without hitching, and, best of all, it don’t get scared of automobiles.” All these features and more are remarkably intact in Sandy Rose’s grandfather’s handsome Motor Buggy. You ought to come by one Friday evening and check it out.
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The new look of dentistry How local dentists use effective marketing strategies that emphasize the positives of their practices to attract and maintain patients • By Tim Tune
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he late-2008 credit crunch and the economic downturn that followed took a bite out of dental practices nationwide, according to an industry report (Trends in Dentistry). Since then, many dentists began marketing more and have embraced themes that describe the qualities patients should expect to experience. The themes are on websites, social media pages, apps, and even at events, such as holiday parties. Many dental offices are featuring more comfortable, professionally decorated lobbies, waiting rooms and treatment areas. Along with more comfortable offices, new technologies can make going to the dentist a more positive experience than before. More-advanced, safer digital X-ray systems, faster cosmetic techniques, the use of more-precise and less-painful laser surgery, and easier implant procedures are now available. Pediatric dentists, particularly, have brushed up their style to make sure office visits are pleasant for children as well as parents. One Arlington-Mansfield pediatric dental group sets a positive tone even with its name. FUN DENTIST, the moniker adopted by Drs. James E. Hyde, Philip M. Bailey, Charles W. Miller, Ed Watts, Steve Tseng, Jerod Brazeal, Joseph Brannon, Jr. and Thuy Do, is a big part of the presentation at three Arlington locations and one in Mansfield. At each locale, the practice offers a unique, open office that provides a cheerful environment to educate and promote oral health for children. The lobbies and waiting areas are bright and colorful, with lots of fun things to look at and interact with. The treatment areas are spacious and open, so young patients can see what’s around them, creating a friendly atmosphere. And, of course, the approachable staff and dentists engage with the youngest patients and their parents genuinely and enthusiastically to make visits to the dental office enjoyable and positive. ORTHODONTIST JED HILDEBRAND, likewise, puts patients at ease – from the moment they walk through the office door into the waiting room. On walls they find video games, from vintage arcade models to newer electronic diversions geared for kids. In a matter of seconds you have almost forgotten that you are, in fact, awaiting an orthodontist to practice his craft. “We’ve tried to mix the comforts of home with the comforts of the past to help our patients feel more comfortable as soon as they walk in the door,” he said. “We want this to be a personal place and a personal experience.” AT DRS. ALEXANDER ORTHODONTICS, the push isn’t always on marketing to find favor among patients and prospects. Instead, Dr. Moody Alexander and his staff look at how they can give back to
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and every visit along the way.” Dr. Schoening enjoys doing full mouth reconstructions, as well as the smaller need-based care. “Every patient is different, and every case is different,” she said. “We strive to educate our patients and determine their individual needs using a more conservative approach, and provide the care in a comfortable, pleasant environment.” Dr. Schoening received her bachelor’s degree from Baylor University and her doctorate from Louisiana State University School of Dentistry. Although she opened the 4,000 square-foot Pecan Park Dental in early 2004, she has cared for the dental needs of Arlington residents for over 16 years. Dr. Schoening has also served the Arlington community through her time in the Arlington Junior League, Rotary Club and now as board president of the non-profit Dental Health Arlington.
and gift cards. Twice a year, though the practice provides patients an opportunity to donate the nickels they’ve earned, the collective value of which is then donated to charity. PATIENTS OF EVERY AGE deserve unhurried, positive visits to the dentist, said Binh Tran, administrator of Great Oak Dental in Arlington. His wife, Dr. Jackilyn Dang, is the practice dentist. Tran said Dang and the Great Oak staff take to heart the qualities of the practice’s theme, “Personal, Gentle, Caring …” and add “good old-fashion TLC.” “We’re not a chain; we’re not about the numbers,” said Tran, differentiating Great Oak from so-called “corporate dentistry” practices that depend on volume-driven business. “We don’t rotate patients in and out quickly,” he said. “One of the things we wanted to change in the industry when we started this practice is to give patients more time with the doctor. We do see fewer patients, but we want everyone to know they have options and try to spend the most time we can letting them know what those choices are.” And Great Oak is providing more new options to solve old problems, he said, including laser surgery, full-service dental implants, braces and other dental treatments. “We try to take care of everything for our patients,” he said. “We love the people in southwest Arlington, and we want to be their neighborhood dentist.” DR. NANCY BUI is that and even more. A Vietnamese refugee who came to America as a child, she has built a successful practice by becoming a leader in the Arlington “communities” – Asian and nonAsian alike. As a result, she has a large patient base composed of fellow refugees, as well as Arlington “lifers.” “We provide a full spectrum of restorative, cosmetic and general dentistry procedures,” Dr. Bui said. “Whether you would like a full
The staff at Great Oak Dental: Shelley Nguyen, Cecelia Montanez, Dr. Jackilyn Dang, Daniela Avila and Kayla Layton.
smile makeover, or a routine checkup, we can help you with all your dental concerns.” DR. DAVID SLATER has found that one way to stay in the patients’ collective consciousness is by staying atop the technology and education in the field. He is one of the leading Invisalign doctors in the Metroplex while practicing in the Arlington area since 1983. In the cosmetic dentistry realm, he always looks to provide the latest in equipment and procedures and uses cutting-edge technologies in tooth whitening, porcelain veneers, implants and basically all phases of restorative dentistry. He does this for one reason. “The relationship with our patients is much more important then just treating their teeth,” he said. “we want our patients for a lifetime.”
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This striking shot taken at Mansfield’s Oliver Nature Park symbolizes the city’s recent blossoming, thanks in large part to a collaborative effort among commercial and residential entities.
Business is blooming! You’ll likely be impressed by what the principals of Mansfield ‘have done with the place’ • By Tim Tune
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he heart of downtown Mansfield is the intersection of Main and Broad. It’s also a crossroads of the city’s past and present. The town grew up around the junction, the site of the state’s first steam-powered grist mill built in the late 1850s. The flour mill, once the hub of Mansfield commerce, is long gone. But a new business on the site incorporates remnants and symbols from the mill. The new Mellow Mushroom pizza parlor at 100 E. Broad Street is built around a tall, weathered-metal cylinder reminiscent of an industrial steam boiler. The interior features a grinding stone once used at the grist mill. And in the restaurant’s kitchen the dust of flour being made into pizza dough will be flying again where it did 150 years ago. Attracting people to come downtown by bringing new businesses to the area is a revitalization tactic being used in Mansfield and other North Texas cities. “The historic downtown revitalization is a priority the city council has identified,” Mansfield Mayor David Cook said. “These efforts are very much a collaborative project. From the economic development
corporation and city planning department to the local businesses who call downtown home, these groups are partnering to ensure that we have a downtown that is thriving.” Discover Historic Mansfield (DHM), a nonprofit volunteer organization formed in 2008, supports the revitalization effort. The DHM board includes business owners, civic enthusiasts and city staff members. The group’s main focus is the portion of the city designated as Historic Mansfield, said DHM President Steve Cosio, a media buyer and musician. Until this year, Cosio said, DHM concentrated on organizing the annual weeklong fall music and arts festival. Rather than putting most of its effort into one big event, beginning this year the group will offer more, smaller events during the year, including the Hot Beats and Cold Brews Concert Series inside businesses throughout the historic district. The series runs Oct. 13-18. See historicmansfield.net/ events.htm for the schedule and other activities. Historic Mansfield offers many other entertainment and recreational opportunities just about anytime. Cosio suggested these must-do activities: • Visit Mansfield Historical Museum and Heritage Center. Take in the exhibits and pick up a walking tour map. See mansfieldhistory.org. • Hunt for street art. While you’re at the museum, pick up a visual clue card for the Mansfield 30/30, a series of murals scattered throughout the Historic District. See facebook.com/Mansfield30in30. • Enjoy a concert at the 97-year-old Farr Best Theater. See farrbest.com. • Dine at a one-of-a-kind, locally owned restaurant. Whatever you’re hungry for, you’ll find a fix for your palate in Historic Mansfield. See historicmansfield.net/merchants.htm. • Get active – or just relax – at a beautiful park. Town Park offers a playground, basketball, sand volleyball, picnic tables and much more. Stroll from there down the Walnut Creek Linear Park Trail to Katherine Rose Memorial Park. City Manager Clayton Chandler lauded the community’s teamwork that has helped the city grow and at the same time maintain its familyfriendly qualities. “By continuing to nurture our partnerships with entities that share our goals we have managed to keep that togetherness and family atmosphere that typically is prevalent in smaller towns,” Chandler said. “We continue to aggressively foster opportunities for our citizens to participate in the planning and growth of the community.”
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Details: David Allen has the total package – the look, the vocals and the moves. He is one of the few artists who performs all three eras of Elvis’ career, from the ‘50s to the 1968 comeback and the Las Vegas years. For more: farrbest.com
MUSIC: Zendaya
When: Aug. 9 Where: Six Flags over Texas Music Mill Show time: 7 p.m. Details: The actress and recording artist recently released her self-titled debut album, in which she delivers soulful pop with an urban edge. Her first single included in the album, “Replay,” was certified platinum and now has more than 44 million views on VEVO. For more: sixflags.com/overtexas
MUSIC: Moe Bandy & Janie Fricke
On stage this month: A classic comedy, The Marshall Tucker Band and One Direction
MUSIC: Acoustic Tuesdays: Live Music
When: Aug. 5, 12, 19, 26 Where: Fat Daddy’s Sports Bar & Spirits Cafe (781 West Debbie Lane, Mansfield) Show time: 8 p.m. Details: Tuesday regular Justin Ross provides one of the area’s more popular shows, and he will perform each week this month at Fat Daddy’s. For more: fatdaddyslive.com
on Friday and Saturday; 2 p.m. on Sunday Details: In this hilarious play by Larry Shue, Willum Cubbert invites Rick Steadman (someone who saved Willum’s life, but whom Willum has never met) to stay with him. When Rick arrives, Willum realizes Rick is a hopeless “nerd.” The longer Rick stays, the more things lead to one uproarious incident after another. For more: theatrearlington.org
COMEDY: Affion Crockett
MUSIC: Marshall Tucker Band
When: Aug. 7-10 Where: Improv Arlington Show times: 8 p.m. on Thursday; 8 and 10:30 p.m. on Friday; 7 and 9:30 p.m. on Saturday; 7:30 p.m. on Sunday Details: Affion Crockett is one of the more versatile entertainers around, as an accomplished actor, writer, dancer, rapper, comedian, music producer and director. His YouTube videos have become an internet sensation. For more: improv.com
THEATER: The Nerd
When: Aug. 8-10, 14-17, 21-24 Where: Theatre Arlington Show times: 7:30 p.m. on Thursday; 8 p.m.
When: Aug. 9 Where: Fat Daddy’s Sports Bar & Spirits Cafe (781 West Debbie Lane, Mansfield) Show time: 8 p.m. Details: The Marshall Tucker band represents a time and place in music that will never be duplicated. Leader Doug Gray is quick to credit the band’s current dynamic members with carrying on the timeless essence of the Marshall Tucker Band sound. For more: fatdaddyslive.com
MUSIC: Elvis Anniversary Show by David Allen & the Fever Band When: Aug. 9 Where: Farr Best Theater in Mansfield Show time: 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
When: Aug. 15 Where: Arlington Music Hall (224 North Center Street) Show time: 7:30 p.m. Details: Two country greats team for this concert. Bandy had a string of hits in the ‘70s, both alone and with his singing partner, Joe Stampley. Fricke was one of the more popular female country singers of the ‘80s, producing many hits and proving herself a versatile vocalist with a particular flair for ballads. For more: (817) 226-4400
COMEDY: Sheryl Underwood
When: Aug. 15-16 Where: Improv Arlington Show time: Times vary Details: Underwood’s comedy career began in 1989, when she became the first female finalist in the popular Miller Lite Comedy Search. She has won a number of other high-profile comedy competitions, including Johnny Walker Red, Funniest Woman at the Improv, and the Old English Comedy Crunch. For more: improv.com
MUSIC: One Direction: Where We Are Tour
When: Aug. 24 Where: AT&T Stadium Show time: 7 p.m. Details: This tour has proven to be a huge hit with the young female crowd. The global superstars’ third studio album, “Midnight Memories,” shot to No. 1 in 97 countries around the world. For more: attstadium.com
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A century of greatness Celebrating – and celebrating with – Helen Krebs Maddox, who helped Arlington become what it is
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elen Krebs Maddox likes to joke that she’s so old that she and her favorite Republican, Ronald Reagan, witnessed the signing of the Declaration of Independence. That’s clearly an exaggeration, but Helen has definitely been around a while: July 28 marked her 100th birthday and clear recognition as one of the great women of Arlington. Not that her birthday a century ago was without historical significance. It was the same day that World War I broke out in Europe, a minor league baseball player called Babe Ruth was about to break into the Major Leagues in a very big way and the Panama Canal was about to open. Like most Arlington residents she wasn’t born in the city, but rather in rural Romulus, Mich., near Detroit, where her parents were both farmers and educators. “The first time I heard radio was 1922, when my brother built a crystal wireless set – music from the air,” Helen recalled. Despite the death of her father while she was a child, Helen was able to attend and graduate from Eastern Michigan as a teacher. Her
first job paid $900 – for nine months. A pioneer in women’s education, she attended Columbia University in New York for her master’s degree. In 1942 she met her future husband, Georgia boy and engineer John Maddox. They married in 1945 as World War II wound down. And then a few years later came a lucky break for Arlington. John’s company, American Can, was building a new manufacturing plant in the city. The couple moved here in 1956. Helen was not impressed. “There was one stop sign at Center and Division streets and no traffic signals,” she recalled. “Arlington had a Wyatt’s Cafeteria, one Mexican restaurant called LaTapatia and the Arlington Steak House. We bought Helen Krebs Maddox a house way out of town – then – near Davis and Sanford. But Arlington exploded.” But a town is what you put into it. Helen helped formed a new Arlington Woman’s Club, helped organize the first YMCA, the Arlington Republican Clubs, the first Campfire Girls chapter and a new branch of the Salvation Army – among many volunteer activities.
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DRY DROWNING What every parent needs to know to ensure a safe summer for the kids • By Dr. Glenn Hardesty
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Studies show that a barrier fence can prevent up to 90 percent of toddler drownings. Exposing children early in development to the aquatic environment through swim lessons can protect them even further.
epresenting up to 10 percent of all drowning cases, dry drowning is a phenomenon whose pathophysiology still remains at a contentious state. With two young boys of my own under the age of 6, this topic resonates personally, both as a physician and a father. To give clarity to this important subject, establishing common vocabulary is important, particularly when describing drowning vs. near drowning. Drowning is defined as death within 24 hours following a submersion event, while near drowning denotes survival beyond 24 hours. Additionally the terms “dry” and “secondary” drowning can be confusing to parents. In dry drowning a person does not inhale water but rather suffers a spasm of the vocal cords impairing respiration. This results in a lack of oxygen to the brain causing the victim to have an impaired state of consciousness. CONVERSELY, secondary drowning is the after-effect of injury to the lungs caused by an inhaled liquid. As fluid accumulates in the lungs, respiration becomes difficult resulting in a lack of oxygen. Occurring several hours after the person has left the water is clearly distinct from dry drowning. In both cases the respiratory system is the quarry, however affected by different mechanisms. Ultimately the brain and nervous system are the end organ system to be impacted by low oxygen levels. SO, WHEN SHOULD parents worry following a near drowning event? For the vast majority of cases, serious complications are unlikely to develop after a brief submersion event – especially if the child comes to the surface alert, coughing and crying. The literature suggests if six hours have passed after an uncomplicated near drowning event, problems are unlikely. But there are signs that suggest a higher probability of adverse outcomes: • Ongoing shortness of breath following the event • Any changes of mental status (i.e., are they
confused or acting abnormally?) • Any loss of consciousness is a significant finding that warrants further evaluation. In dealing with young children, the signs are more difficult to interpret. The parental sense of “something is wrong” is often the best predictor of how a child is doing. Activating 911 early when there is concern (such as ongoing symptoms) will improve the chances of survival. IF I HAD TO NAME the top three ways to avoid drowning or near-drowning events they are: prevention, prevention and lastly prevention. Studies have suggested that up to 90 percent of toddler drownings could be avoided simply by a barrier fence. The adage “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure” certainly applies in this area. However, when it comes to protecting our children anything less than 100 percent is a shortfall. We chose to expose our children early in development to the aquatic environment. I’m a firm believer that swim lessons protect our children beyond the fence. So let’s enjoy the summer, spending time with family and friends. Trading proactive for paranoid, we can beat the Texas heat poolside safe with our loved ones. Dr. Glenn Hardesty, D.O., is an Emergency Medicine physician on the medical staff at Texas Health Arlington Memorial Hospital. Within the Arlington community, Dr. Hardesty serves as a tactical physician for the Arlington Police Department. Dr. Hardesty has been on the medical staff at Texas Health Arlington Memorial for more than 10 years.
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COWBOYS & ENGINES Will the 2014 draft help drive the team to the playoffs? We soon shall see • By John Rhadigan
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Coach Jason Garrett has spent more than three seasons trying to change the culture at Valley Ranch. When the Cowboys return there in the middle of August they will be a better team than they were last year. But will they be good enough to break the cycle of mediocrity?
f you Google the phrase, “how bout them Cowboys” you will get 25 pages of responses. There are 15 images that use the phrase. There is a song, a ringtone, an MP3 and a blog. There are tangible things too, like a t-shirt, several posters and a book. There is a Facebook page, an old commercial (for a Snickers Bar) and, of course, the YouTube post of the first utterance of the phrase by coach Jimmy Johnson after the NFC Championship game in January of 1993. But when is the last time you heard that iconic phrase as a question? After three straight 8-8 seasons, nobody wonders about the Cowboys. Nobody asks about them. People just expect them to be mediocre again. MEDIOCRITY IS, arguably, worse than being terrible. At least the terrible team gets a high draft pick. The mediocre team gets a ... well, it gets a mediocre pick. Mediocre would be a compliment when it comes to grading many previous drafts by the Cowboys, but maybe this year is different. This year they avoided the glamorous pick and opted for the sensible one. This year they drafted players who fill the greatest needs on the team. This year they got better through the draft. The Cowboys’ first selection this year was No. 16 overall, and as the pick approached, the drama increased. Johnny Manziel was still waiting to be drafted. Even though he did not need a quarterback, team owner/general manager Jerry Jones was enamored with the young signal caller. Now, Jerry knows marketing, and there is no player in the draft more marketable than the former Heisman Trophy winner from Texas A&M. A Texan with a nickname that references our national pastime, Johnny Football. Somehow, Jerry resisted making the glamorous pick and avoided the circus that travels with Manziel. THE COWBOYS HAD an historically bad defense in 2013. It was the worst defense in the NFL and among the worst in the 52-year history of the team. So, with their first pick in the draft, the Cowboys took an offensive lineman? They did, but Zach Martin, the offensive tackle from Notre Dame, will fortify what has become
a strength of the team, the offensive line. Good teams are built from the inside out. Ask the guy who coined “how bout them Cowboys.” Jimmy Johnson will tell you that is the best way to build a team. The Cowboys went inside with their second pick, too, taking Boise State defensive end Demarcus Lawrence 34th overall. SEVEN OF THE TEAM’S nine draft selections were defensive players. In fact, the only other offensive guy was Devin Street, a wide out from Pittsburgh who could challenge for playing time this year. With a young emerging line and veteran skill players, the Cowboys should be very good on offense this year. They must get more out of the defense – and more out of the fans. As beautiful and functional as AT&T Stadium is, there is no home-field advantage there. I realize that this is a bit of a chicken-and-egg scenario. Do the fans get loud when the team gets better, or does the team get better when the fans get loud? One way or the other there should be an advantage for the home team in the best stadium in the league. COACH JASON GARRETT has spent more than three seasons trying to change the culture at Valley Ranch. When the Cowboys return there in the middle of August they will be a better team than they were last year. But will they be good enough to break the cycle of mediocrity? Will they be good enough to make the playoffs? Will they finally be good enough to inspire that once iconic question, How ‘Bout Them Cowboys? Sports columnist John Rhadigan is an anchor for the Fox Sports Southwest television network.
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FORE! MANSFIELD NATIONAL GOLF CLUB has taken the “19th hole” concept to a new level with its Happy Hour Scramble every Friday. The event begins at 5:30 p.m. each week and entitles 2-person teams to an arrary of golf- and beverage-related fun, including a shotgun-start scramble, practice balls and drink specials. Once they hit the course, players will enjoy a challenging setting designed by John Colligan of Colligan Golf in Arlington. The rolling, 225-acre site features 419 Bermuda Fairways and Tiff dwarf Bermuda greens. From the back tees Mansfield National plays 6,850 yards, and from the forward tees it plays 5,263 yards. A 4,000-square-foot clubhouse features Southwest architecture and a western motif interior. Inside you will find a snack bar and golf shop. For more: mansfield-national.com.
Aug. 1-3 What: Ansel Adams: Masterworks Where: Arlington Museum of Art (201 W. Main) When: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. In a nutshell: Landau Traveling Exhibits and the Arlington Museum of Art are teaming to present this extraordinary exhibit, which contains 47 of the photographs the renowned artist considered to be his best works. For more: (817) 275-4600 Aug. 1-31 (except on Sundays) What: Arlington Public Library activities Where: All branches When: Times vary In a nutshell: All branches of the Arlington Public Library host daily activities for citizens of all ages, from Toddler Time story sessions to English Conversation Circles. Check the online source below for details. For more: arlingtonlibrary.org/calendar/2014-08 Aug. 2 What: Animal Exploration Where: River Legacy Living Science Center (703 N.W. Green Oaks) When: 2 p.m. In a nutshell: Discover the habits, adaptations and characteristics of a native animal in a program led by a River Legacy naturalist. For more: RSVP to (817) 860-6752
Aug. 4 What: Challenger Sports British Soccer camp Where: Hardy Allmon Soccer Field North (Walnut Creek and Magnolia, Mansfield) When: 9 a.m. In a nutshell: With over 25 years of experience, Challenger Sports have developed one of the most innovative approaches to coaching youth soccer in the U.S. The international coaches study the game at all levels and have identified the key techniques and skills that players of all ages need to work on and master to reach their true potential. For more: challengersports.com Aug. 4-8, 11-15, 18-22 What: Kids Zone Camps Where: Manfield Activities Center (106 S. Wisteria Street, Mansfield) When: 8 a.m.-6 p.m. In a nutshell: Each week, camp will be specialized and follow a theme. Most field trips, games, learning activities, arts & crafts, etc., will be based on the specialization and theme for that week. Counselors will have weekly schedules available on Monday of each week. For more: (817) 453-5420 Aug. 9 What: Watercolors workshop Where: Arlington Museum of Art (201 W. Main
Street) When: 10 a.m.-1 p.m. In a nutshell: This workshop, part of the museum’s Second Saturday series, will teach watercolor techniques to help you with your art. For more: arlingtonmuseum.org Aug. 9 What: Nature Walk Where: River Legacy Living Science Center (703 N.W. Green Oaks) When: 2 p.m. In a nutshell: Explore the nature trails surrounding the Science Center on a family-friendly naturalist-led nature walk. For more: RSVP to (817) 860-6752 Aug. 10 What: Grand Master Aloisio Silva 7 Degree Red and Black Belt GI & No-GI Seminar Where: Aloisio Silva Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy (921 W. Mayfield Drive) When: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. In a nutshell: Noted teacher Aloisio Silva trains novices and martial arts professionals in the techniques of advanced Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. For more: (817) 937-1771 Aug. 11-17, 22-24 What: Texas Rangers baseball Where: Globe Life Ballpark In a nutshell: The Rangers play host to the Tampa Bay Rays (Aug. 11-14), the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim (Aug. 15-17) and the Kansas City Royals (Aug. 22-24). For more: (817) 273-5100 Aug. 16 What: Saturday Story Time Where: River Legacy Living Science Center (703 N.W. Green Oaks) When: 11 a.m. In a nutshell: Children of all ages are invited to listen to fun, seasonal stories presented by an Arlington librarian. For more: RSVP to (817) 860-6752 Aug. 16, 28 What: Dallas Cowboys football Where: AT&T Stadium When: 6 p.m. and 7 p.m. In a nutshell: The Cowboys will host a pair of exhibition games: the Baltimore Ravens (Aug. 16) and the Denver Broncos (Aug. 28). For more: dallascowboys.com Aug. 30 What: ESPN Kickoff of NCAA football Where: AT&T Stadium When: 7:30 p.m. In a nutshell: The Seminoles of Florida State will take on the Cowboys of Oklahoma State in the first game of the first season of the new playoff system. For more: attstadium.com
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ALL-STAR PUBLIC SERVICES Arlington departments score high marks in a recent citizen survey • By Richard Greene
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In a recent survey of Arlington citizens, an amazing 99 percent of the residents gave the men, women and facilities of the fire department high marks. In fact, practically every service provider in the city received overwhelming approval from survey respondents.
his month’s feature on how our readers identify the All Stars among the city’s shops, stores, eateries and services in the private sector can also be seen as a companion to how the city measures public attitudes toward the services of the local government. City hall has been annually surveying citizens for about a dozen years to learn what people think about the job our public servants are doing for us. The professional contractor the city uses to determine the level of citizens’ satisfaction asks survey respondents to use a scale of excellent, good, fair and poor in answering the questions. It turns out that a significant majority of residents of the country’s 50th largest city believe it’s on the right track when it comes to meeting their daily needs and highly regard their quality of life here. HERE’S HOW they rate the departments of the city they like the best: The ever-popular fire department comes in first, with 79 percent of respondents saying the quality of the service is excellent and 20 percent rating it as good. That’s an amazing 99 percent of the city’s residents giving the men, women and facilities of the fire department high marks. As for the perceptions of ambulance and emergency medical services, ratings have been steadily high in recent years, with more than nine out of 10 citizens expressing confidence in the quality and timeliness of the services. Ratings of police services are measured in four categories. From the quality of service, to overall competence of police employees, to behavior and attitude of police officers, and timeliness of service, citizens express levels of satisfaction ranging from 74 to 85 percent. Park and recreation facilities are very popular, as well. Whether asked about the park department’s programs and classes, or appearance of the parks and facilities, quality of customer service, ranges of activities, and overall quality of the city’s parks, the citizens rate them all good or excellent by margins of 85 to 90 percent. Library services and facilities enjoy even better numbers, with 87 to 96 percent of citizens using the libraries saying their experience is first-rate. Here’s the one that may be the most taken-for-granted service among all the public sup-
port systems of the city: the water department. The quality of service is approved by 86 percent of users, and even higher marks are registered for the availability and timeliness of the services from that essential operation that we all access all the time. A quick look at the good-to-excellent responses received for some other city services reveals this: Garbage collection comes in at 85 percent, the convention center operations score 84 percent, landfill services rate 82 percent satisfaction, recycling alone scores 81 percent, animal services were lauded by 70 percent, and among those who have dealt with the municipal courts, six out of every 10 give even that experience their approval. An interesting side note about these ratings emerges when you examine how the people of Arlrlington gain their knowledge about how well the city is doing if it is something beyond their own personal experience. From the report: “The majority of citizens report they use various information sources, including Internet (72 percent), TV (56 percent) and newspaper (47 percent), to keep up with Arlington. Although not surprising, it’s notable that more than half of citizens (58 percent) cited city-affiliated sites or web pages, including the City of Arlington website, Facebook pages, the news site, etc., as their information sources about the city.” WHEN CITIZEN attitudes about these local government operations are combined with the findings of this month’s selections of the All Stars in the business and personal realms of the community, there’s a conclusion that seems to come naturally: Arlington is a great place to live, work and play, and to enjoy an exceptional quality of life that is shared by about 375,000 of our friends, family and neighbors here – and by many more in the communities that surround us.
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