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contents

August 2018 • Volume 5 • Issue 8

Highlights 28 Together, We Succeed. The Greater Arlington Chamber of Commerce is helping lead the community to unprecedented economic growth.

32 A growing legacy Harris Cook, LLP, has a long tradition of finding attorneys with a heart for community service.

36 Fait accompli! Dr. Bob Woods completes construction of his dream car – and it’s a real winner.

106 There’s a LOT to like Photo: Southern Flair Photography

On the cover Michael Jacobson, President and CEO of the Greater Arlington Chamber of Commerce, displays a placard that introduces the Chamber’s new slogan. You can read about all that’s going on at the Chamber in our cover story on page 28.

Departments Starting Line ... 14 • This ‘n Data ... 16 Scene ... 23, 104 • Around Town ... 24 Recreation ... 110 • Tennis Tip ... 112 Dining Guide ... 114 • Sights/Sounds ... 116 Speaking of Sports ... 118 • Itinerary... 120 Finish Line ... 122

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the votes have been tabulated Earlier this year, our readers went to arlingtontoday.com to cast ballots for their local favorites in more than 130 categories. Here are your 2018 Arlington Area All Stars.

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Mansfield’s multi-purpose venue gears for a fun fall schedule.

108 Q&A with John Phillips Meet the President of Methodist Mansfield Medical Center and find out what’s going on with the hospital.

110 Quickly taking shape Construction on the Lake House structure at Richard Simpson Park will culminate in a new “go to” place for lake lovers.

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Obstetrics/Gynecology

Women’s Health Services now in two Arlington locations: Women caring for women Women’s Health Services is excited to announce that in addition to providing patient care in both north and south Arlington, we also provide state-of-the-art maternity care in the newly renovated labor and delivery suites at Texas Health Arlington Memorial Hospital (THAM). THAM is ranked among the best hospitals in Dallas-Fort Worth, and was awarded American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Magnet status, an award that recognizes hospitals that provide nursing excellence. In 2017, Women’s Health Services won Suburban Parent magazines’ award for Best Of Family Healthcare in Obstetrics And Gynecology, as well as DFW Child Magazine’s Mom-Approved Doctors award for OB/GYN. The doctors of Women’s Health Services provide full OB/GYN services and are skilled in managing all aspects of women’s health care, such as normal and high risk pregnancy care, gynecologic surgery, incontinence treatment, annual exams, and contraceptive and hormone therapy needs. Their goal is to provide quality care with high patient satisfaction. Visit our new website and make your appointments online at www.womenshealthservices.com. We look forward to seeing you soon!

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Women’s Health Services doctor spotlight: Dr. Joan Bergstrom Dr. Joan Bergstrom grew up in Nebraska, attending college and medical school at the University of Nebraska. She completed her OB/GYN residency at the Kansas University Medical Center. In 1986, she and her husband, Dr. John McDonald, moved to Arlington where she founded Women’s Health Services, working as a solo practitioner for the first ten years of practice. Dr. Bergstrom was the first female OB/GYN doctor in Arlington. She and her husband have three daughters. A strong advocate of the public school system, Dr. Bergstrom ran for and was elected to the Arlington Independent School District (AISD) Board of Trustees and served from 1993 to 1996. Dr. Bergstrom also served on the Central Arlington Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Area (NRSA) committee to identify and award grants for programs to improve infrastructure and developments in and around downtown Arlington. In 1996, Dr. Bergstrom collaborated with her parents to build the Sanford House Inn and Spa. The business now also includes the award-winning restaurant506 and is managed by two of her daughters. Dr. Bergstrom has also earned several awards for her work in Arlington, including the Arlington Chamber of Commerce Women’s Alliance Hero’s Award, the Great Women of Texas Award from Fort Worth Business Press, the Safe Haven Legacy of Women Award, and the Top OB/GYN Award from Arlington Today. In 2011, Dr. Bergstrom obtained an MBA from Texas Tech University. In 2012, she was chosen to be Texas Health Arlington Memorial Hospital’s Chief of Staff, becoming the first woman physician to do so in the hospital’s history. When she is not in meetings or at work, she likes to cook family dinners and play Scrabble with her daughters. Women’s Health Services has two offices in Arlington – a North Office at 1001 N. Waldrop, Suite 505, and a South Office at 5005 S. Cooper St., Suite 275. To book an appointment today, call 817-277-9415 or visit our website at www.womenshealthservices.com.

Starting Line EXECUTIVE BOARD Executive Publisher Judy M. Rupay

Let the celebration begin

CEO Richard Greene

We know you’re here for the All Stars. Please read this column, anyway

he following story is true. The names haven’t been changed to protect the innocent ... The year was 1967, and the Rebels’ slick-fielding shortstop/second baseman/first baseman had come off one of his better games of the year to learn the news: His coach, who also happened to be his father, had just been named the assistant coach of the Richland Youth Association’s 11-and-12-year-old All Star squad. The kid knew what that meant – he was headed to postseason. Only, I wasn’t. Indeed, in what might be the only instance of this ilk in baseball history, the dad, Bill Youngblood, didn’t choose the son, Yale Youngblood, to play on the All Star team. Did you catch the part about “slick fielding” in that opening paragraph? That’s what you call someone who can’t hit. The day my opponents learned to throw the curve ball pretty much sealed my fate as a baseball player. The day my dad delivered the word that I would not be joining the team on that vaunted trip to Ardmore, Okla., for the regionals pretty much sealed my summer. And, ultimately, it pretty much confirmed that the biggest person on the 1967 Richland Youth Association All Star roster Yale Youngblood, Editor was 5-foot-5-inch, 120-pound Bill Youngblood. What he did not only was virtually unprecedented; it was proper. It was, well, an All Star move. I didn’t belong on that team. All Stars are supposed to be the “real deal,” the “cream of the crop,” the “best.” They’re special, and their designation as All Stars confirms just how special they are. In this issue – starting on page 40, to be exact – we honor special. Earlier this year, literally thousands of our readers made a point to visit our website, arlingtontoday.com, to register votes for their local favorites in more than 130 categories. When you finished voting, we started counting – and smiling broadly at the notion that it took several of us to keep up with the process. Five years ago, when we started our readers’ choice poll, we worried that it might be a reader’s choice poll. The placement of that apostrophe is rather significant – after the “s” means a number of people; before the “s” means one. I hope you get my drift. You certainly got the idea behind the genesis of an All Star team that celebrates people and companies and services that make our community better. Every year subsequent to the first produced more voters and more votes to count. It is obvious now that you have become engaged in the principle on which this magazine was founded: celebrating the greater Arlington area. Now I encourage you to turn to page 40 to see who/what/where we’re celebrating this year. Spoiler alert: There are no slick-fielding infielders in the bunch.

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EDITORIAL Editor Yale Youngblood Contributing Editor Marla Thomas Sports Columnist John Rhadigan Style Editor Tricia Schwartz Website & Social Media Manager Courtney Lackner McCoy Contributing Graphic Artists Susan Darovich, Susan Youngblood Contributing Writers Karen Gavis, Bill Lace, Kenneth Perkins, Toni Randle-Cook, Amanda Rogers Contributing Photographers Hasson Diggs, Karen Gavis, Dwayne Lee, Heather Lee, Bruce Maxwell Toni Randle-Cook, Amanda Rogers SALES / CIRCULATION Business Manager Bridget Dean Sales Managers Laura DiStefano, Amy Lively, Andrea Proctor, Debbie Roach, Tricia Schwartz Distribution Manager Logan Taylor Interns Kate Czerwinski, Maggie Morrone PRODUCTION Production Manager Susan Darovich ARLINGTON TODAY is published monthly. Copyright 2018 Arlington Today, Inc., 1000 Ballpark Way, Suite 308, Arlington, TX 76011. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced or transmitted by any means without permission of the publisher. The inclusion of advertising is considered a service to readers and is not an endorsement of products. Basic subscriptions are $33.95 for 12 issues (price includes tax and shipping). E-mail subscriptions@arlingtontoday.com

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Back to School events for AISD & MISD T

he AISD Back to School Kickoff will be held from 8 a.m. - noon on Aug. 11 and will help thousands of Arlington ISD students and their families get the supplies and resources they need to be ready for the 2018-2019 academic year. At the Kickoff, which will be held on the west outdoor plaza and indoor platform of AT&T Stadium, pre-registered students will receive a backpack filled with school supplies appropriate to their grade level, as well as the opportunity to visit a variety of resource booths. Booths will include an immunization station, vision checks, eyeglass fittings, information on after-school care programs and more. Additionally, attendees can expect to see appearances by Dallas Cowboys mascot Rowdy and former Dallas Cowboys players. To be eligible to attend the AISD Back to School Kickoff, AISD students should qualify for the free or reduced-price meal program. Parents are required to pre-register their students. Transportation is available for pre-registered attendees and should be requested via the online registration form. Arlington community members and supporters may donate to the AISD Back to School Kickoff. A donation of $15 provides one student with a backpack and the supplies he or she needs for a full school year. For more: aisd.net/district-news/back-to-school-kickoff. MANSFIELD ISD will host its annual Back-to-School Bash on Saturday, Aug. 4 from 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. at the MISD Center for the Performing Arts (1110 W. Debbie Lane, Mansfield, Texas 76063). The goal of the event is to bring the community together for a day of family fun to kick off the start of the 2018-19 school year. In addition to a wide variety of activities and games, there will be school supplies, student health services and more – provided completely free of charge to Mansfield ISD students. Community groups and businesses will be featured at booths at the bash. In addition, Mansfield ISD will give out 5,000 backpacks to MISD students at the event. Local businesses and individuals are welcome to make donations toward the backbacks. For more: tinyurl.com/ybq4zl3w.

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WalletHub tabs Arlington as 25th best-run city

iting quality city services and smart budgeting, WalletHub has once again ranked the City of Arlington as one of the best-run cities in America. The American Dream City came in 25th out of the 150 most-populated cities in the country on WalletHub’s latest best-run and worst-run cities list. The website ranked Arlington 28th on last year’s list. Arlington was also once again the highest ranked city in North Texas and the only Texas city in the top 25. With more than 380,000 residents, Arlington is the seventhlargest city in Texas and the 48th largest city in the United States. WalletHub’s analysts compared the cities across six key categories: financial stability, education, health, safety, economy and infrastructure and pollution. Those factors include the city’s credit ratings, long-term debt per capita, graduation rates, crime rates, quality of roads and job growth rate. WalletHub also scored municipalities on quality of city services and arrived at a “Score per Dollar Spent” index by dividing those scores by each city’s total budget per capita.

TO A GREAT TEAM!: Texas Live! partners with Balcones Distilling T exas Live! recently announced its partnership with Balcones Distilling as the official Texas-whisky provider of the $250 million world-class dining, entertainment and hospitality district opening Aug. 9 in the Arlington Entertainment District. Originating in Waco 16

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in 2008, Balcones Distilling was developed from a passion to create something original and authentic in the heart of Texas. “We are thrilled to partner our distillery with Texas Live!, where we believe our award-winning whiskies will complement a world-class experience for patrons,” says

Jared Himstedt, Head Distiller, Balcones Distilling. Guests of Texas Live! who are 21+ will be able to enjoy Balcones whisky/craft cocktails at multiple venues district-wide, as well as at a signature Balcones bar and patio on an space overlooking Arlington Backyard.

In an emergency, trust Methodist.

QuickER.org With QuickER.org, Methodist Mansfield Medical Center is not only one of the area’s most convenient ERs, it’s also one of the best. Voted Honorable Mention for 2016, 2017, and 2018, Methodist Mansfield is proud to be featured in Arlington Today as the “Readers’ Choice All Star Hospital” in the Arlington area. Trust. Methodist.

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For life-threatening or severe symptoms, please call 911 or seek immediate medical attention. Texas law prohibits hospitals from practicing medicine. The physicians on the Methodist Health System medical staff are independent practitioners who are not employees or agents of Methodist Mansfield Medical Center, Methodist Health System, or any of its affiliated hospitals. Methodist Health System complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex.

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Tommorrow today Robotic deliveries soon will be part of Arlington’s routine • By Allison Beatty

t turns out the future is rolling right up to our doorstep, thanks to the City of Arlington: Private companies may soon debut autonomous delivery bots on our sidewalks. Earlier this summer, the Arlington City Council passed a resolution allowing private companies to test small robotic delivery devices, dubbed Personal Delivery Devices. These selfdriving robots would be capable of delivering small packages – perhaps a last-minute gift or a quick lunch on a busy day – right to your door. The city had already been approached by various private technological companies hoping to use the forward-thinking nature of Arlington to deploy the advanced design of these delivery robots. Last year, Arlington debuted Milo, the self-driving shuttle you may have seen driving around or even used in the Entertainment District. The city made headlines as the first in the country to utilize a public, ongoing autonomous shuttle, which attracted the interest of such companies as San Francisco-based robotics company Marble. Marble CEO Matt Delaney compares the City of Arlington’s innovative thought process to that of a business startup that is “forward-thinking, innovative and agile.” “The resolution provides Marble with the opportunity to test and explore the capabilities and benefits that our robots can have on society,” Delaney says.

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Last year, Marble debuted self-driving robots in its home city of San Francisco While this home city is encouraging these private companies to test the technology, Arlington is not funding any sidewalk-delivery robotics programs. Also, there are measures already falling into place to ensure the safety of both the citizens of Arlington and the bots and packages themselves. They will travel at very slow speeds, around three to four miles per hour; on top of this, recipients must enter a special code to receive their deliveries, and the devices should be limited in size to 26 inches wide. “This will ensure these slow-moving delivery devices are small enough for pedestrians to easily maneuver around on city sidewalks,” Alicia Winkelblech, assistant director of strategic planning for the City of Arlington, says. While the recent resolution approved of deployment of Personal Delivery Devices, it also expects that the bots will not be used in the bustling Entertainment District during special events. Companies are being encouraged to share their data with the City of Arlington. The Personal Delivery Devices are not yet out and about on the streets. However, locals may start seeing the first few as early as later this summer, says City of Arlington Communications Coordinator Susan Schrock. So be sure to keep an eye out – these little devices might be a common sight in the not-so-distant future.

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Woodland West Library to undergo renovation

eginning Aug. 1, the Woodland West Branch Library will close temporarily while the building is renovated. The branch’s front doors, facade and other areas will be updated. Library service will be unavailable at Woodland West during construction, which is expected to be completed in November.

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How to arm yourself against LYME DISEASE

efore you plan your next hiking expedition or camping trip, you should be mindful of one tiny, pesky bug. Ticks are infamously known for causing Lyme disease, an infection that produces symptoms similar to the flu. And when it comes to Lyme disease, Dr. Nikhil Bhayani prevention is the best medicine, according to Dr. Nikhil Bhayani, an infectious disease specialist on the Texas Health Alliance, HEB and Arlington Memorial medical staffs. Lyme disease is the most common insect-transmitted disease in the United States. And in Texas, the blacklegged tick, Ixodes scapularis, is the culprit infecting North Texans with Lyme disease. “Most cases happen within the Golden Triangle region, between Houston, Dallas and Austin, and you can become infected at any time,” says Dr. Bhayani.

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“There’s no escaping them, unfortunately. The adult ticks remain active in the fall and winter months, while the nymphs stay busy during the spring and summer.” Dr. Bhayani says it’s imperative that you protect yourself, whether you’re hiking in wooded areas, or simply enjoying a round of golf. Even beloved pets can unknowingly welcome ticks into your home. So, how do you know if you’ve been infected? Some individuals develop a skin rash or red blotches. Initial symptoms may also include fever, headache, fatigue, muscle pain, swollen lymph nodes and skin rash. Dr. Bhayani recommends the following precautionary measures to avoid contracting Lyme disease: • Use insect repellent. • Check your body and your clothes after being outside. • Spray DEET on your clothes. • If you find a tick, immediately use tweezers to pull the insect out of the skin, grasping it close to the head.

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When Six Flags Over Texas debuted its newest ultimate super-villain thrill ride – Harley Quinn Spinsanity – last month, one of the courageous first riders was none other than Mayor Jeff Williams. MyArlingtonTV captured the big moment during a media preview. The mayor not only survived the ordeal; he said he enjoyed the views of the city it provided – albeit, some upside down.

Picture-perfect Moments

Scene Snapshots from the annual 4th of July Parade in downtown Arlington

The 4th of July Parade was a family affair.

OK, some of the parade goers weren’t quite as into it as others were.

Aeriyn Wright and Kamryn Pippins of the Arlington Blue Devils show their holiday spirit.

More fun from street-side perches at the parade

A photogenic parade watcher takes in the action.

As usual, the downtown streets were lined by enthusiastic local patriots.

Elvis and Elvis made their annual appearance at the parade.

The Arlington High School marching band

Photos: Richard Greene and Yale Youngblood

A Moslah Shriner takes his car for a spin.

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One size doesn’t fit all Arlington and Mansfield climb aboard the new career education movement • By Kenneth Perkins

incent Rustigian is a tinkerer, which is fine by him, seeing that he was never much of a math whiz or science nerd or academic competitor fretting over graduating class placement and on which college should he focus: Stanford or Harvard? He liked to work with his hands, pulling things apart, putting them back together and pulling them apart again. This doesn’t mean he wasn’t a mind guy, since yanking parts out of a clock radio at the age of 10 takes some kind of imagination, perseverance and fortitude; putting it back together takes gifted brainpower. So it was with Vincent and others like him that they have thrived under this new push of career and technical education (CTC) that prepares high schoolers for skilled-trade fields like welding, animation and cosmetology. Back in my day it was limited to, say, woodshop and auto shop; the classes were full of testosterone expressing little need for algebra or, for that matter, Stanford or Harvard. Vincent Rustigian and Brett Miller No wonder vocational education – which it was called then – carried a snobbish stigma. These were the kids who supposedly couldn’t survive the academic grind of high school and college, which means they would not land a good job, or marry up, or reside in some gated community. No, these were the fringe folks fixing our cars and doing our hair. Needed, sure, yet conveniently invisible along our social and cultural sphere. Well, that’s certainly changing, thanks in part to the widening college gap, where insane tuition awaits, and there’s no guarantee of getting into that gated community once you bag that Bachelor’s, anyway. It has led to the rise of junior college attendance and an attempt to cap the massive after-college debt (student loan borrowers now graduate with an average of $37,000, which represents a 20-percent down payment on a $185,000 home) and reconsider the financial sense of a college education. Arlington ISD, with its massive Dan Dipert Career & Technical Center, and Mansfield ISD, with its Ben Barber Innovation Academy, understand this. They have bought into the prospect that not

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all students ought to, or want to, be collegians, so therefore offer alternatives that are educational and life choices. Sayuri Galvan is on track to acquire her Texas Cosmetology Commission State Operator License next year in AISD’s Cosmetology program, yet the Sam Houston senior isn’t quite sure whether she will go to college, work at a beauty shop, or “do my own thing” in opening her own shop. That’s the idea, says AISD Superintendent Dr. Marcelo Cavazos. He might have pushed for the district’s academic core-heavy collegiate high school, where students graduate with associate degrees and enter universities as juniors, but career education has been just as much a priority by “giving students the tools to be successful in whatever endeavors they pursue.” In fact, 13 new courses, including video game design and precision metal manufacturing, will this year join CTE courses such as architectural design, audio and video recording and the popular police and fire academies. Photo: Kenneth Perkins How far we’ve come from woodshop. MISD will offer, in the spring of 2019, a drone course through its Aircraft Technology program that will focus on obtaining skills to become a commercial drone pilot. Cavazos and MISD Superintendent Jim Vaszauskas are PhDs at the top of the academic food chain but know that finding connections between coursework and career goals makes school relevant. Brett Miller said as much after he, too, repaired, inspected and tuned wind, string, percussion and wood instruments during an internship. He can’t remember how many times in other classes he asked the proverbial “When are we ever gonna use this?” question. After taking his skills into a professional setting – and getting paid for it – that sort of question was suddenly moot.

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here is no denying this: Now is a good time to live, work and play in Arlington ... Scratch that ... Now is a great time to (fill in your blank) in The American Dream City, where unprecedented growth of the commercial kind has been spurred by overwhelming enthusiasm of the contagious kind. The nutshell conclusion drawn by practically every observer, whether he/she is a long-timer, part-timer or simply someone paying a visit, is the same: Arlington is thriving like never before. All you have to do is stand in the downtown area or in the entertainment district or on the main drags and look around. You’ll almost surely see something big or something new – or something that’s a combination of the two – opening or growing or beckoning. And now you know why Michael Jacobson is sporting a big smile on the cover of this issue. The President and CEO of the Greater Arlington Chamber of Commerce is charged, by the nature of his position, to oversee and inspire economic development in his fair burg. So, when the economy develops as it has in Arlington over

Greater Arlington Chamber of Commerce leaders Kellie Fischer (Texas Rangers) – Chair, Finance Committee; Michael Jacobson – Chamber CEO; Larry Fowler (Pope, Hardwicke, Christie, Schell, Kelly & Taplett, L.L.P.) – Chamber Chair; and Carl Cravens (Affiliated Bank) – Chamber Chair Elect

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the past few years, Jacobson’s task is made not only easier, but considerably more fun. Still, he will be the first person to note that this really isn’t his task. While Jacobson has been the face of the Chamber since 2015, it’s the legs and arms and the other ever-moving complementary body parts comprising his organization that work collaboratively to move the city in the right economic direction. And beyond his organization, strategic partners like the Convention & Visitors Bureau, Downtown Arlington Management Corporation and others are all working in unison to support the city’s economic growth initiatives. “The sign says it all,” he says, noting the other character on this month’s cover, the one marked by the words “Together, We Succeed.” The placard Jacobson holds in his hands carries a couple of significant, fresh messages he and the Chamber’s Board of Directors spent a good deal of time crafting. One: Arlington is not just a city; rather, it’s a community that encompasses what’s within the borders and envisions what’s possible beyond them. Hence, the new reference to “The Greater Arlington Chamber.” And two: It has evolved into that community because of its principals’ commitment to turn the quest for success into a team sport. “The members of the Greater Arlington Chamber of Commerce are the lifeblood of the city,” Jacobson says. “The Chamber’s strength is our members. Our new slogan, ‘Together, We Succeed,’ is for a purpose. The commitment to our community’s success is so strong in Arlington. That’s why we’re seeing what we’re seeing here.” A stone’s throw in practically any direction from Jacobson’s downtown office reveals resounding evidence of the economic and subsequent social burgeoning taking place. There are new commercial endeavors, such as Legal Draft Beer Company and Urban Alchemy Coffee + Wine Bar, that have had customers visiting and returning just days after they first opened their doors. Photos courtesy of The Greater Arlington Chamber of Commerce There are 101 Center and Arlington Commons, the premium-apartments complexes that welcome folks who enjoy visiting downtown to live there permanently. There’s the state-ofthe-art George W. Hawkes Downtown Library that just opened not far from the state-of-the-art Levitt Pavilion. There’s the University of Texas at Arlington, which just conferred a record number of

degrees and which now sports new facilities for academics, sports second Tuesday of the month, and creates interest-specific groups, and student housing, as well as a new emphasis on research that such as the Women’s Alliance and the Young Professionals, that has transformed UTA into one of the nation’s premier institutions of focus on finding solutions that directly address members’ specific higher learning. needs and business desires. The Chamber also supplies marketing In the meantime, the “old guard” business establishments such tools, such as ribbon-cutting ceremonies conducted by Chamber as Theatre Arlington and the plethora of surrounding shops and Ambassadors to help new companies get off to a solid start. restaurants such as J. Gilligan’s Bar & Grill fill – and often spill out – “Getting data is also really important to us,” Jacobson says. That’s as crowds flock to the area like never before. why the Chamber staff will survey members and nonmembers Long known for its Entertainment District – actually, long known alike to learn about business concerns and challenges companies because of its Entertainment District – Arlington is undergoing a routinely face. Then they’ll craft solutions to help all businesses have transformation that will make that area virtually peerless. To wit, a better opportunity to succeed. the development of Texas Live! and Jacobson firmly believes that the Chamber Globe Life Field (the new ballpark for plays an integral role in the economic the Texas Rangers) to join the vanguards prosperity of Arlington, Dalworthington AT&T Stadium, Six Flags Over Texas, Gardens and Pantego – now the Greater Six Flags Hurricane Harbor and eateries Arlington Chamber area. And he’s made it a and retail stores galore. priority to spread that gospel, especially to Elsewhere, in every direction, people new members. are starting and enhancing businesses “One of my challenges is helping first-year in Arlington to take advantage of “The members recognize the value that exists for Boom.” them and finding ways to get them engaged,” Jacobson says most of what is he says. happening couldn’t have occurred To that end, he emphasizes the current without excellent leadership, from momentum and notes the intricate Mayor Jeff Williams, the City Council framework that comes together in Arlington and City Manager Trey Yelverton to the to underscore the truth in the message in administrators at big companies such as the new slogan. The teamwork includes D.R. Horton, which recently chose to call contributions that run the demographic the city its new home. He’s especially gamut: city officials, Arlington ISD and its proud of how Chamber members have new Dan Dipert Career Technology Center, taken the lead to grow the organization, UTA, Tarrant County College, owners of which now boasts some 1,250 members. businesses large and small – and a Chamber Two years ago, the number was 900. of Commerce that eagerly helps coordinate Jacobson has overseen two the integration process. membership drives in the past nine Jacobson says he is proud to stand beside months. “It’s fun to watch as they business leaders such as Jim Maibach, Kellie compete against each other to see who Fischer, Paul Fulks, Jim Ross and Aziz can recruit the most new members,” he Kobty – (each featured on previous covers says. “Those folks are competitive.” of Arlington Today) and each a Chamber Except when they’re not. member who believes the organization makes Jacobson says the drives actually Arlington a better place in which to work, The Chamber in action: (top) the Membership Drive Committee preparing for a Dream Big new member drive; (middle) the work to bring everyone together live and play. Women’s Alliance Taste of the Highlands event; (bottom) the in a common appreciation of how “They are all people who love Greater Grand Opening of Duluth Trading Company on I-20 on July 12. important their work is – and their Arlington and who love our organization,” he workplaces are. “Our members know says. “They’re our All Stars. There are a lot of each other, mentor each other, celebrate each other’s successes and others like them who believe in the Chamber and what it stands for. buy from each other,” he says. “Our members are what make it I’m very fortunate, in that regard, because I couldn’t be associated happen on a day to day basis.” with a better group of people – and that includes our staff, as well.” To help ensure member success, the Chamber proactively enacts Collectively, Jacobson, the leaders mentioned and not, and the a wide range of measures to grow businesses and foster economic staff stand today not so much at a crossroad as at a threshold. prosperity, and as the voice of local business the Chamber helps take Historically speaking, the city – and the Greater Arlington Chamber the lead in developing the community’s future. of Commerce – have never been in a better place. The measures include education and workforce development Jacobson likes the view from there. “The future is so incredibly initiatives and business development programs. It offers networking bright in Arlington,” he says. “People call it The American Dream opportunities, such as the Business Over Breakfast meetings every City. I like to call it the city where dreams come true.” arlingtontoday.com • August 2018 • ARLINGTON TODAY

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He describes some of the engineering: “There are two 4-into-1 collectors that take pipes from both sides of the engine according to the firing order. This produces the most wonderful exhaust note. I used the D&D ‘Bobcat’ motorcycle mufflers (that I actually designed and are named after me). That muffler increases power and makes a good sound on big bore Harleys.” The GT stands for Grand Touring, and the 40 represents the car’s overall height of 40 inches – getting in and out requires some dexterity and is especially challenging to really big guys. He cites his relationship with the late Carroll Smith, who was the design engineer on the ’66 GT, for his motivation. “He was my best buddy, and I owed it to him to build this replica.” The interior of the car is also special – sort of a mix between minimalists dials and switches of racecars across the spectrum of the sport and a very sophisticated arrangement of all the controls surrounded by a rich leather finish. The car is so low that the driver and passenger actually sit on the floor. Getting in and out is aided by the cutouts in the roof. You have to step over the gas tanks located in the side sills. It’s all a little daunting when you try it for the first time, but once behind the wheel you realize you’ve just encountered a singular experience. Woods founded the UT Arlington SAE student racing program in 1982. The team has won eight championships in the United States and international titles in England, Japan and Australia. In 1998, they won the inaugural SAE Formula Student event – the world’s largest student engineering design competition at the esteemed Silverstone Circuit Track in England. The UTA team was invited back for the 20th anniversary of the event in July. Bob eagerly accepted and promised to bring the winning car back for the celebration along with the car’s original drivers to be part of the show. They finished eighth among 100 entries in the competition with the latest, even more hydraulically actuated version of their craft. The success of the SAE racing program has put UT Arlington in the national spotlight and provided President Vistasp Karbhari with bragging rights for winning on the racetrack, as well as preparing engineering graduates for successful careers. Bob’s most recent honor came through a gift from entrepreneur and businessman Paul E. Andrews, Jr., establishing an endowed chair in Bob’s name to promote research, innovation and development of best practices in automotive engineering and design. On an even more personal level, he can be forgiven for exuding enormous pride in his years-long achievement of building something of amazing beauty now being shared with others wherever he takes it.

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ver evolving to meet the needs of patients, Medical City Arlington earned its fifth consecutive All Star award this year as our voters’ preferred hospital. Under the leadership of CEO Keith Zimmerman, Medical City Arlington continues to improve the way it serves the community. To wit, the revolutionary $60 million Women’s Hospital that is set to open in April 2019. Once complete, the facility will include more than 125,000 square feet of new and renovated space. It will have 55 additional beds, 23 modern labor and delivery rooms, three modern C-section operating rooms, three women’s VIP suites, 14 antepartum rooms, 53 postpartum and gynecology rooms, 35 Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit beds and 35 nursery beds. Other recent highlights include: • The hospital is currently in pursuit of Level 2 Trauma accreditation, the highest ranking among area health facilities. • Medical City Arlington is the first hospital in the city to use the new SCOUT® wire-free radar localization system that can precisely locate and direct the removal of a tumor to ± 1 mm of accuracy during a lumpectomy or surgical biopsy procedure. • Medical City Arlington is now offering the world’s smallest pacemaker, the Micra®, for cardiology patients. • Earlier this year, the hospital received the 2018 Patient Safety Excellence Award™ from Healthgrades, the leading online resource for information about physicians and hospitals. “In 1976, when the hospital started, it was primarily a small community hospital,” Zimmerman says. “Fast forward to today, and we’re a large, tertiary care hospital with 24/7 critical care intensivist staffing, allowing us to provide a higher level of care than ever before. I like to say that we have all the services nobody wants. But they are very glad we have them when they need them.” HONORABLE MENTION (TIE): USMD Hospital at Arlington 801 W. Interstate 20 • 817-472-3400 • usmdarlington.com HONORABLE MENTION (TIE): Methodist Mansfield Medical Center 2700 E. Broad St. • 682-242-2000 • methodisthealthsystem.org/methodist-mansfield-medical-center

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or the fifth straight year, Dr. Joan Bergstrom, founder of Women’s Health Services, has been tabbed by our readers as the All Star winner in the Ob/Gyn category. “It is such an honor to be recognized by my patients as Best Ob/Gyn in Arlington,” Dr. Bergstrom says. “I have had the privilege of being a part of my patients’ lives over the last 32 years. During this time, I delivered more than 4,000 babies. The ability to develop relationships with patients that last through decades of life is a very special opportunity. Every day I get to go to work and meet new patients and continue relationships with established patients.” Dr. Bergsrom is quick to note that she shares the honor with her stellar team at Women’s Health Services, including Drs. Joy Carter, Kiran Nangrani, Dawnette K. Peppler, Sheri Puffer and Jessica Brown. “The team of doctors and staff of Women’s Health Services strive to provide excellent patient service with on-line flexible appointment scheduling,” she says. “We give personal attention to all of our patients. Our doctors are all board certified or board eligible, and we offer the highest quality, ethical and efficient obstetrical and gynecological services. Our staff is dedicated to providing outstanding customer service.” Dr. Bergstrom founded Women’s Health Services in 1986 when she moved to Arlington after completing her residency in Ob/Gyn at Kansas University Medical Center in Kansas City. For the first 10 years, she was in solo practice. “As time went by,” she says, “I gradually added physicians to improve our ability to serve more patients. The group now has six physicians. All doctors rotate between the offices to ensure expedient access for our patients.” Women’s Health Services opened a second office in South Arlington in 2016 to offer a more convenient location for patients who live in the south part of the city. “We strive to improve our scheduling process and develop better patient communication by using direct, secure e-mail and text messaging,” Dr. Bergstrom says. Her patients, meanwhile, say “thanks!” with their All Star votes – again. HONORABLE MENTION: Omega Ob•Gyn Associates 505 Omega Drive • 817-468-3255 • omegaobgynassociates.com

WELLNESS Audiologist

WINNER (tie): Audiology Experts 1261 W. Green Oaks Blvd., Suite 105 • 817-451-4818 • audiologyexperts.com

n August of 2008, Dr. Kristin Robbins and Dr. Lisa B. Fell celebrated the opening of their practice, Audiology Experts. A decade later, a host of grateful patients has ensured that the celebration continues, naming Audiology Experts an All Star for the third straight year. Drs. Fell and Robbins are Board Certified Audiologists – and longtime friends – who have steadily grown their practice by providing patient-friendly service and by implementing state-of-the-industry technology to help patients successfully address hearing issues. They also provide something else special: “We are not only audiologists but mothers who desired a balanced life – helping patients be successful and participating in the day-to-day while our children were young,” Dr. Fell says. “Audiology Experts Dr. Kristin Robbins started small, but with big ideas of how to best serve and Dr. Lisa B. Fell people with hearing loss, we’ve seen our practice flourish. Using our expertise, we are able to educate the families of patients, as well. A decade of steady growth has us very excited about the future.” Dr. Fell and Dr. Robbins have high standards of care for maximizing the consumer’s hearing, listening and communicative abilities so they can continue to be productive in their daily professional and personal activities. In addition to hearing evaluations and hearing aid fitting, they offer tinnitus evaluation

and management, custom solutions for hearing protection, assistive listening devices and hearing aid supplies. “Hearing healthcare is more than just fitting hearing aids,” Dr. Robbins says. “Hearing loss is being linked to many things people find important today, such as mental health matters, including depression. What we do works in relationship with physicians to give them a more complete picture about their patient’s health because hearing loss means more than saying, ‘huh?’ We take time to look at the individual concerns and medical health – more studies are showing how health conditions like diabetes, dementia and heart disease are being linked to hearing loss.” Dr. Fell says Audiology Experts is committed to the people and families it serves, “because hearing loss has such negative consequences when it is unmanaged.” The audiologists are proud that their patients have noted that they will take the extra step – wherever it leads – to help families address hearing issues. “Hearing aids alone are seldom the answer to hearing problems,” Dr. Robbins says. “They are just a part of the treatment process, which should also include fitting verification, individual counseling, instruction and detailed followup. We take a comprehensive approach. We always have, and we always will.”

Audiologist

WINNER (tie): Kos/Danchak Audiology & Hearing Aids 101 W. Randol Mill Road • 817-277-7039 • northtxhearing.com

os/Danchak Audiology & Hearing Aids has been serving the Arlington/ Susanne Kos, the original owner, began helping North Texans hear better North Texas area for more than three decades, and its long roster of in 1984. The practice still honors her name even though she retired several satisfied patients gave a collective “thank you” to the practice by naming it years ago. “Kos/Danchak Audiology & Hearing Aids has been helping North an All Star for the second straight year. Texans hear better for over 33 years,” Dr. Danchak says. “We have evolved in “We were humbled that the community took the time to vote for us, and it a way that meets the changing lifestyle needs of the people we meet with each is something we are very proud of,” says practice day. For example, we remodeled our office space owner Dr. Melissa Danchak. “Over the course of the about three years ago. This provides those that need Dr. Alexandra Harris, Dr. Melissa Danchak and Dr. Marc Harris last year, we have received over 100 5-star online our services with the ability to experience better reviews on Google, Facebook and HealthyHearing. hearing in a variety of environments so that they feel com. For our patients and the community to ‘vote’ confident their investment in better hearing is right like this regarding their experiences with us and the for them and their loved ones.” services we provide, it is very humbling.” Dr. Danchak says the practice’s first – and main Kos/Danchak has more than 50 community – priority is to honor its commitments to its patients. physicians that refer their patients to the practice “We want to always walk with our patients on their each month, some of whom have been referring journey to better hearing,” she says. “We must patients for more than 20 years. Dr. Danchak says always be available for them by appointment or by that kind of trust has been paved by a patient-first focus and a commitment to phone or by email – whichever is best for them and helps them. In doing that, deliver the best hearing solutions possible for each person who visits. we are confident the ‘word of mouth’ referrals and positive online reviews that “What we say we do, we do, and that is being verified publicly by the many we have had for years will continue. physicians that consistently place their trust in us and the online reviews “That will place a lot of confidence in others that are searching for hearing and recommendations our patients feel confident posting on our behalf,” Dr. health care and show them that Kos/Danchak Audiology & Hearing Aids is the Danchak says. go to place for their hearing health care needs.”

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WELLNESS Cosmetic Surgeon

Winner: Dr. Mark Bishara, The Paragon Plastic Surgery & Med Spa 1101 Matlock Road, Mansfield • 817-952-6226 • markbisharamd.com

r. Mark Bishara, founder of The Paragon Plastic Surgery & Med Spa, has become a fixture in our All Star issue, winning this category in each of the five years Arlington Today has published. Dr. Bishara is virtually unrivaled in experience and expertise. He completed a five-year residency in general surgery at Morristown Memorial Hospital, which is affiliated with the prestigious Mount Sinai Medical School in Manhattan, N.Y. During this time he founded the American Plastic and Reconstructive Research Association - an industrial thinktank for novel concepts and respective clinical applications in plastic surgery. He later completed a fellowship appointment in Aesthetic and Reconstructive Plastic Surgery at the world-renowned Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, a Harvard Medical School affiliate, in Boston, Massachusetts. From his Mansfield office, The Paragon Plastic Surgery & Med Spa, Dr. Bishara provides a wide range of cosmetic procedures to help patients look and feel their best. “These procedures are designed to improve the appearance of the face and body through minimally invasive techniques that provide highly effective results,” Dr. Bishara says. “Many of these procedures can be combined in order to achieve a desired appearance. All of the procedures are

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performed at Paragon Plastic Surgery Center in the Mansfield office, using the most advanced, state-of-the-art equipment.” Dr. Bishara and his dedicated staff specialize in a variety of services that make patients look and feel younger, including breast augmentation, facial cosmetic surgery, rhinoplasty, body countouring, breast enhancement surgery, BOTOX® Cosmetic injections, and more. “Our main focus at The Paragon Plastic Surgery & Med Spa is to help patients restore or achieve their ideal appearance in order to feel confident about the way they look,” Dr. Bishara says. To that end, he also offers a wide range of highly effective hair restoration procedures. Dr. Bishara’s unique treatments offer patients effective hair restoration through the most minimally invasive techniques. Some of his more popular procedures include Follicular Unit Transplantation, Low Level Laser Technology, Individual Graft Technique and more. “The best treatment option for each patient depends on the location and extent of hair loss,” he explains. “We will take the time to evaluate each patient, discuss his/her individual goals, and together we develop a personalized treatment plan using one of our many successful hair loss treatment options.”

Emergency Room

Honorable Mention: Dr. Anthony Tran

Winner: Texas Health Arlington Memorial Hospital

3300 Matlock Road • 817-467-5081 • atranmd.com

800 W. Randol Mill Road • 817-960-6100 • texashealth.org/arlington

r. Anthony Tran, who heads Arlington Plastic Surgery, is a firsttime All Star. Dr. Tran is a board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and a member of the selected plastic surgeons of the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. He and his staff are committed to providing high-quality care where the patient will find that excellence is standard. “My goal is not only to tell and to explain how suggested operations are performed, but also to advise the prospective clients whether they are truly a good candidate for the procedures, as aesthetic surgery is not necessarily for everyone,” he says. “I believe this candid approach and the better educated the patient is, the better they will be able to make the right decision and consequently be pleased with their outcomes.” Dr. Tran has performed aesthetic surgery in the Dallas Fort Worth Metroplex for nearly 26 years. He and his team offer more than three dozen procedures focusing on the face, skin and body – all of which are designed to enhance the way patients look and feel. Arlington Plastic Surgery also features a rejuvenating MedSpa.

exas Health Arlington Memorial Hospital has earned Readers’ Choice All Star awards in each of the five polls we’ve published, so it’s safe to say Arlington appreciates what the medical center has to offer. This year, specifically, the emergency services are garnering the love. The emergency room is staffed by independent full-time physicians who are board certified in emergency medicine and by nurses certified in emergency care and advanced life support. Many Texas Health Arlington Memorial nurses have also earned the title of Certified Emergency Nurse and have completed the Trauma/Nurse Core Curriculum, as well as training in Pediatric Advanced Life Support. Emergency physicians on the staff and the nurses and technicians participate in ongoing continuing education programs to keep abreast of current trends and developments in emergency care. Texas Health Arlington Memorial emergency facilities are as specialized as the staff. The department includes 40 treatment rooms and eight “fast track” rooms equipped to meet needs that range from heart attack to trauma, asthma attacks to poisoning.

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WELLNESS Emergency Room

Honorable Mention: Methodist Mansfield Medical Center 2700 E. Broad St. • 682-242-2000 • methodisthealthsystem.org/methodist-mansfield-medical-center

ethodist Mansfield Medical Center, a 254-bed acute care hospital, is proud to serve the community for more than 11 years. Methodist Mansfield continues to expand to meet patients’ needs. The hospital recently opened an Amon G. Carter Foundation Kids Zone in the Emergency Department, a third cardiac catheterization lab for interventional cardiology, added 3D mammography, and a second daVinci® Xi Surgical System for roboticly-assisted minimally invasive procedures. Additionally, the new 82-thousand square foot, four-story professional office building II is nearing completion on the 23-acre south campus, and more expansion is planned. To enhance outpatient care for our littlest patients at Methodist Mansfield’s neonatal intensive care unit we’ve added a telemedicine robot to treat the youngest and sickest patients. This robot can monitor and detect vital signs of the tiniest of babies and help save lives when time is of the essence. Security is also a top priority and we have enhanced monitoring and alarm systems that observe babies 24/7. We’ve also redesigned the lobby for convenient postpartum services. Moms can also access lactation consults, bilirubin testing and other services through a convenient outpatient center in the hospital lobby.

A new Methodist Center for Diagnostic Imaging (CDI) opened last year and offers advanced outpatient diagnostic equipment including the community’s first high-field open MRI. The hospital also launched a new patient portal, “Epic MyChart,” which allows patients to have personal and family health information at their fingertips from a computer or an app on a smartphone or tablet. Moreover, the hospital has achieved exceptional safety scores and key quality measures to provide excellent patient care, and offers some of the latest in medical advancements. Methodist Mansfield has also received the highest rating possible by Leapfrog, the independent hospital safety watchdog as well as Magnet Recognition® the highest distinction a healthcare organization can receive for nursing excellence and high-quality patient care. The hospital is also a member of the Mayo Care Clinic Network, which gives patients at Methodist Mansfield the opportunity to consult with Mayo Clinic physicians. “Methodist Mansfield offers personalized healthcare services for every stage of life and every state of health,” says Methodist Mansfield president John Phillips, FACHE. “Our families, neighbors, colleagues and friends deserve a hospital that puts safety and patient care first and is committed to improving the health and quality of life.”

Podiatrist

Winner: Arlington/Mansfield Foot & Ankle Centers Arlington: 400 W. Arbrook Blvd., Suite 201 • Mansfield: 1001 Matlock Road, Suite 103 • 817-467-1990 • footanklecenters.com

Honorable Mention: Accent Podiatry Associates Arlington: 3050 S. Center St., Suite 140 • 817-557-1006 • Mansfield: 221 Regency Parkway, Suite 117 • 817-477-3611 • accentpodiatry.com

ccent Podiatry Associates makes its debut on the All Star team this year, but the practice has been dedicated to getting to the root of feet and ankle problems for nearly two decades. Accent Podiatry specializes in ankle sprains, bunions, flat feet, ingrown toenails, diabetic feet, Dr. Dharmesh “Dan” Bhakta heel spurs and more. The full-service practice can handle anything from fungal nails to foot surgery. “We work hard to serve the Arlington community, and to know that they recognize us in this way is incredibly gratifying,” says Dr. Dharmesh “Dan” Bhakta, who founded the practice in 2002 and who is the senior physician at Accent Podiatry Associates. Dr. Bhakta says there are several things that set the practice apart as special. “We are conveniently located in Arlington and Mansfield, so we are accessible to much of the DFW area,” he says. “We provide the latest in state-of-the-art medical equipment and technology, with personable, well-educated physicians. Our staff is friendly, knowledgeable and very communicative with the patients.”

Since Dr. Bhakta began the practice 16 years ago, it has grown to serve more than 75,000 people in the community. Accent Podiatry Associates has five physicians and a physical therapist, as well as two new office buildings that can accommodate patients comfortably. Dr. Bhakta says the staff has grown from a small practice to 25 members. “Accent Podiatry Associates is committed to providing the highest quality care to the community, he says. “Our motivation has always been – and continues to be – to provide care with kindness, accuracy and instill confidence in our patients that they are in good hands.” Having chronic foot and ankle pain can greatly affect the quality of your life, and the medical team at Accent Podiatry Associates understands that. ‘We also know how hectic things can be,” Dr. Bhakta says, “and we are committed to making our practice and care convenient and accessible.” Accent Podiatry Associates accepts most insurance plans and welcomes new patients.

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WELLNESS Oncologist

Winner: Dr. Alfred DiStefano, Arlington Cancer Center 906 W. Randol Mill Road • 817-261-4906 • arlingtoncancercenter.com

or each of the past three years, Dr. Alfred DiStefano has been cited by our readers as the area’s top oncologist – and with good cause. He founded Arlington Cancer Center nearly four decades ago with a vision to craft a medical facility that would be all-inclusive for patients undergoing cancer treatment – the diagnostic and therapeutic modalities would all take place under one roof. It was a revolutionary concept in 1980, and it not only became the norm for the center, but a model for effective cancer treatment all around the country. In the process, Dr. DiStefano became a hero and friend to his patients and their families over the years, many of whom who live in the Arlington area and who made a point to pay him back with their support in our Readers’ Choice poll. Dr. DiStefano says he is proud of the direction Arlington Cancer Center took at the outset of the practice – and still takes today. “Over the years, we have stayed true to that principle,” he says. “Our dedication to providing the broadest range of services, in combination with compassionate patientoriented care, allows us to give our patients the best chance of assessing the best care available while remaining outpatient and close to home.”

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Dr. DiStefano is joined at the center by seven other cancer specialists: Dr. John Adams, Dr. Chad Amosson, Dr. Karel Dicke, Dr. Barry Firstenberg, Dr. Anwar Khurshid, Dr. Neelu Ghandi and Dr. Mandar Joshi. Together, they offer more than 150 years of combined research, teaching and practical experience in treating solid tumors, blood cancers and blood disorders at some of the premier national and international cancer centers and medical schools. They understand that patients want an innovative partner to help them make the most informed decisions about their care and future. That’s why Arlington Cancer offers a comprehensive outpatient environment and why the doctors take pride in providing diagnosis, treatment, education and support services to adult cancer patients from around the world. “Our goal is to lessen the stress of treatment so you can focus on your recovery,” Dr. DiStefano says. “We make it easier by offering all of our services under one roof.” HONORABLE MENTION: Dr. Charles Deur, Texas Oncology 902 W. Randol Mill Road, Suite 150 • 817-664-9600 • texasoncology.com

Family Physician Group

Winner: Family Healthcare Associates

Honorable Mention: Arlington Family Practice

121 E. Randol Mill Road • 817-860-1309 • 1300 S. Fielder Road • 817-277-2221 1926 S.W. Green Oaks Blvd. • 3601 Hwy-157 N., Mansfield • 214-473-6655 • fhcatx.com

2415 Matlock Road • (817) 277-6444 • arlingtonfp.com

amily Healthcare Associates, with four conveniently located offices in the area, is making its All Star debut this year. “The physicians and staff are honored to be voted by Arlington residents as an All-Star recipient,” says Family Healthcare Associates spokesperson Alison Mayhew. “We value the relationships we have built over the years with Arlington residents and look forward to providing care to our patients and their families for years to come.” Many of the practice’s physicians have been recognized by multiple health organizations for achieving their highest quality standards, including a 5 STAR designation by CMS. “These significant achievements are a reflection of the partnership our physicians foster with their patients to manage their healthcare needs,” Mayhew says. She also notes that the implementation of an electronic medical record, a patient portal and the practice’s affiliation with UT Southwestern and Baylor Scott & White have all contributed to the improved coordination of care and an enhanced patient experience.

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n All Star in back-to-back years, Arlington Family Practice provides comprehensive and preventative health care services to patients of all ages. The practice offers annual physicals, immunizations, x-rays, EKG, pulmonary function tests, DEXA scans and more. Its doctors also treat minor injuries and have family planning services. “Our goal is to make patients feel better when they leave than when they came in our front door,” says Patricial L. Gouldy, practice administrator. “And of course, we want them to feel like they are part of the team in improving their health.” Arlington Family Practice was established in 1977 by Dr. Dean Peyton as a place where patients could have the right doctor that makes a difference. “We have grown and shrunk and grown to meet our patient’s needs,” Gouldy says. “We feel as though our goal is to provide the best care we can to them, make them have ownership in their health and that we all are working together to make that happen. In order to maintain our relationship in the community, we do our best to stay in touch with our patients and vice versa. We want our patients to know that we are here for them and will do whatever we can within our limits.”

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WELLNESS Local Weight Loss Program

Winner: Diet Solution Centers 920 Hwy. 287 N., Suite 306 • 817-453-3438 • 2542 W. Pioneer Pkwy. • 817-277-3438 • dietsolutioncenters.com

iet Solution Centers (DSC) is a first-time All Star that began in Mansfield in 2011 with a mission to help the community get healthy and lose excess weight. DSC is a medically monitored weight loss program that specializes in personal treatment for each patient. Resident doctor on staff Richard R. Knight, M.D., has a desire to practice and promote health and wellness in his patients. He was the initial physician with Diet Solution Centers and returned in November 2016 to assist the practice’s clients with their wellness goals. “At DSC you get weekly energy and vitamin injections, individualized counseling and FDA approved medications,” Dr. Knight says. “There are no prepackaged foods to worry about, and we even encourage you to eat out!” Before patients even begin the program they receive an EKG and undergo blood work that tests for cholesterol and thyroid levels. This evaluation also includes: BMI, weight, height, vitals, a B12 injection and Amino appetite suppressants. Dr. Knight says Diet Solutions Centers strive to achieve the best results for every individual patient. “In order to achieve the best results, each patient will select the supplements that adhere to his or her goal,” he says. “ DSC has an

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array of caffeine free, natural and effective aides for weight loss, including: Fat Burners; Fat Blockers; B12 injections; Multi-Vitamins; Hair, Skin and Vitamin products; Trim Slim and Cascara Sagrada.” The initial examination takes an hour. Thereafter, patients come in weekly to receive vitals, BMI, weigh in, and they are able to meet with Dr. Knight to determine how they can achieve the healthiest of results and to see if the patient is a candidate for a prescription and/or appetite suppressant. To help patients reach their weight-loss/heath goals, DSC offers “extras,” including Skinny Mini Me Fat Burner, which leads to a significant reduction in hunger levels, an Increase of lean muscle, a reduction in total body fat, a reduction of thigh and hip fat and waist circumference, and anticellulite effects. DSC also offers Skinny Mini Me Fat Blocker, which assists in re-sizing your thighs, and burns more fat faster for a flat belly and lean legs and arms, and Skinny Shots, which Improve fat-burning metabolism, decrease unwanted water retention, help maintain blood sugar levels, decrease mild signs of depression, normalize appetite, and produce greater levels of energy and less fatigue.

Exercise / Fitness Studio

Winner: Dr. Kenyon Godwin

Winner: The Pilates Effect

4927 S. Collins St., Suite 105 • 817-532-3110 • txwellnessdoc.com

Shoppes at Brownstone Village, 2410 W. Abram St., Suite 112 • 214-558-0996 • thepilateseffect.com

HONORABLE MENTION: Dr. Sal Capuli 2223 W. Park Row Drive, # C • 817-460-1131 • capulichiropractic.com

HONORABLE MENTION: Train Caine 2009 Elmhurst Drive • 817-683-7541 • traincaine.com

he love our readers have for Dr. Kenyon Godwin continues to grow, as the founder of Active Family Wellness Center has earned his fifth straight All Star nod as the favorite chiropractor. Dr. Godwin’s practice combines education, training and peoplefocused service to help families live longer, stronger, healthier lives. The center offers an array of holistic services, including chiropractic care, rehabilitation, spinal decompression, sports medicine, weight loss and treatment of back pain. “My favorite quote is, ‘You can’t medicate your way out of a problem you behaved your way into,’” Dr. Godwin says. “A healthy lifestyle is the answer: a healthy spine, eating, moving, thinking and sleeping better. This is why I chose to be a chiropractor, wellness expert, speaker and health advisor.” Dr. Godwin’s office has two new premium programs, “8 Weeks to Wellness,” designed to help people lose weight by changing their lifestyle in eight weeks, and a health and wellness program for the entire community.

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first-time All Star, The Pilates Effect opened in April 2017 and is a fully equipped Pilates Studio dedicated to the overall well being of its clients. Studio Owner/Instructor Cami Green says she has long wanted to teach and help people accomplish their health and fitness goals by means of Pilates. “There was not a studio to teach out of in Arlington, so I opened one!” Green says. “The Pilates training that I have is geared toward the individual, their needs and specifications to their body type, fitness level and or any issues keeping them from their goals. We are trained to deal with these different body types and needs and on how to correct them. Our studio and type of Pilates training isn’t a one-size-fits-all; it’s specific to the individual.” The Pilates Effect is a fully equipped Pilates studio, offering classes for every fitness level and private sessions for more individualized private Pilates training.

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WELLNESS Cardiologist

Winner: Cardiology Partners 851 Highway 287 N., Mansfield • 817-842-2500 • cardiologypartners.com

hile they are making their Arlington Area All Star debut, the physicians of Cardiology Partners have been providing exceptional cardiac care for patients in the Mansfield/Arlington area since 1979. In June of 2012, the practice moved to its current, state-of-the-art location in the heart of Mansfield. With more that 11,000 square feet, the luxurious office provides a number of patientcentered amenities, including larger waiting areas, expanded clinical areas, additional patient examination rooms and ample convenient parking. The medical team at Cardiology Partners is led by Dr. Danny Le , Dr. Michael D. Venincasa, Dr. Shoaib H. Saya, Dr. James A. Richardson, Dr. Alan M. Taylor, II, Dr. Curtiss Moore and Dr. Levi A. Rice, Jr. (all pictured above to the right). Working alongside the cardiology specialists is a highly trained ensemble of skilled nurses, medical assistants, and professional Nurse Practitioners who assist in seeing patients, reviewing lab values, and handling other aspects of patient care and communication. As the largest cardiology practice in Mansfield, Cardiology Partners offers comprehensive and compassionate patient care with a

wide range of in-office treatment options and privileges at all major hospitals in the Mansfield/Arlington area. The practice offers a number of cardiology-related services, including: • Diagnostic Cardiac Services • Vascular Diagnostic Services • Cardiology/Vascular Invasive Procedures • Heart Conditions Treated • Vein Clinic Services • Vascular Lab With state-of-the-art software, PAD procedures done in the vascular lab provide patients with a safe, convenient, costeffective alternative to hospitals. In one beautifully appointed space, Cardiology Partners is able to bring the most sophisticated – and compassionate – care to its patients. HONORABLE MENTION: HeartPlace North Arlington: 902 W. Randol Mill Road, Suite 200 • 817-461-3003 South Arlington: 515 W. Mayfield, Suite 201 • 817-468-2028 heartplace.com

Pain Management Doctor

Winner: Dr. Jason Butler Arlington: 2001 S.E. Green Oaks Blvd., Suite 130 • Mansfield: 851 Highway 287 N. • 817-419-6111 • painandtherapy.com

irst-time All Star Dr. Jason Butler has been practicing Pain Management in the Dallas-Fort Worth area since 2010. He practices out of offices in both Arlington and Mansfield. Dr. Butler completed medical school at The George Washington University in Washington DC, and completed his residency and fellowship training at John Peter Smith Hospital in Fort Worth. He is Board Certified in Family Medicine and Sports Medicine, and has additional training in Interventional Pain Medicine. He treats a variety of conditions from head to toe, including acute injuries and chronic pain conditions, as well as injuries related to auto accidents and workers compensation. Dr. Butler focuses on maximizing all conservative options through multi-disciplinary treatments before recommending any interventions, and his goal is to help patients maximize their potential function with focus on improving quality of life. As part of the Arlington and Mansfield Pain & Therapy team with Dr. Mark Dirnberger, Dr. Butler is accustomed to addressing all manner of pain-related issues.

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The Pain & Therapy medical team’s goals for their patients feature five important elements, including: • Decreased pain • Minimized medical use • Improved quality of life • Increased productivity • Maximized physical activity Dr. Butler is skilled at performing many procedures, including: • Trigger point injections, facet injections and spinal nerve blocks • Rhizotomy/nerve ablation, epidurals, discogram, disk decompression and lysis of adhesions • Sympathetic blocks, peripheral nerve blocks, joint injections, synvisc and supartz injections, spinal cord stimulators, peripheral nerve stimulators and Botox for migraines. The practices also offer active, passive and strengthening therapy. HONORABLE MENTION: Arlington Pain Clinic 800 W. Arbrook, Suite 120 • 817-468-4343 • paindoctor.com/pain-clinic/texas/arlington/

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WELLNESS LASIK

Winner (tie): Paragon Eye Associates Arlington: 801 W. Randol Mill Road, Suite 201 • 817-631-9824 • Mansfield: 2300 Matlock Road, Suite 35 • 817-662-7979 • paragoneyes.com

aragon Eye Associates, which was previously known as Ford Eye Center, is making its Arlington Area All Star debut this year. With two convenient locations in Arlington and Mansfield, Paragon Eye Associates is a private practice where ophthalmologists and optometrists provide a full range of services, from comprehensive vision exams to complex cataract surgeries. The practice’s physicians, with the support of an accomplished staff, have been, and continue to be, outstanding in the field of eye care. They are consistently recognized and honored as among the most skilled ophthalmic surgeons and optometrists in the nation. In fact, Paragon Eye Associates recently Introduced a revolutionary new procedure, Contoura™ Vision LASIK. No other LASIK procedure available in the U.S. is this personalized and precise. The Contoura procedure puts a team that was already at the forefront in their field in an exclusive position to offer unprecedented care to patients in North Texas and beyond. That team is headed by Dr. Todd Ford and Dr. Michael Blair (pictured), who are both board-certified by the American Academy of Ophthalmology. They are joined by Dr. James Baker, Dr. Ann Fontenot and Dr. Mark Welding,

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who are board-certified by the American Academy of Optometry, and who work in tandem with the ophthalmologist to make Paragon Eye Associates a comprehensive center for the treatment of vision issues. “Our goal is to provide first-class care, utilizing the most advanced technology while maintaining a warm and sincere dedication to our patients,” says Dr. Ford. “The result of our seamless and specialized team approach is clearly reflected in our patient’s excellent outcomes.” Services provided by the team at Paragon Eye Associates run the vision-issue gamut and, of course, include LASIK, cataract surgery, diabetic eye disease, glaucoma, dry eye treatment, macular degeneration, contact lenses and floaters. Even before it began implementing Contoura, Paragon Eye Associates had become the LASIK surgery clinic of choice for many patients in Arlington and Mansfield, Texas. LASIK, which stands for laser-assisted in-situ keratomileusis, is a procedure that uses non-thermal light to make minor adjustments to the shape of the cornea to correct nearsightedness, farsightedness,and astigmatism. It is a popular alternative to the wearing of glasses or contact lenses. LASIK is FDA-approved and safe, with few or no side effects.

Bariatric Surgery

Winner (tie): KE Eye Centers of Texas

Winner: Dr. Clayton Frenzel

350 E. Interstate 20 • 817-784-0222 • lasiksurgery.com

1000 N. Davis, Suite B • 817-342-0232 • bodevolve.net

ur readers have been so enamored with the care they received at KE Eye Centers of Texas that they named the lasik specialists to our All Star team for the second straight year. The team at KE Eye Centers is among the most experienced in the DFW Metroplex, having performed thousands of procedures for satisfied patients around the country. But the bond in the Arlington area is especially strong. “We have had the pleasure of serving this great community for more than three decades,” KE’s founder, Dr. David Kleiman, says. “We’ve tried to evolve just as our city has … through growth, through technology, and most importantly through a desire to serve the public.” Dr. Kleiman says the entire KE team is committed to providing the most advanced procedures available to help folks achieve their best vision. “We do this by staying on the on the forefront on technology and by having the industry’s top medical professionals,” he says. “Most importantly, we believe that when you combine these two factors with a sincere desire to help each individual that walks through our doors, we can do good in the world.”

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r. Clayton Frenzel, the primary physician at BodEvolve Cosmetic Surgery, is making his debut on our All Star team. Women and men in the DFW area visit Dr. Frenzel for surgical and non-surgical cosmetic enhancements, many of which are life-changing procedures. He is dual Board Certified as a Diplomate by both The American Board of Surgery and The American Board of Cosmetic Surgery. Dr. Frenzel is one of only a handful of surgeons in the country that has not only completed a bariatric surgery fellowship but also a full facial and body cosmetic surgery fellowship. He understands all the complex issues that a post-bariatric patient may face not only from a medical and cosmetic standpoint, but also from a mental aspect. Dr. Frenzel is one of only a select few surgeons in the country that is formally trained to take care of the bariatric patient from beginning to end. HONORABLE MENTION (TIE): Dr. Richard Carter 515 W. Mayfield Road, Suite 403 • 817-857-6608 • carterbariatrics.com HONORABLE MENTION (TIE): Dr. Gus Lyons 811 W. Interstate 20, Suite 212 • 817-275-3309 • arlingtonsurgical.com

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WELLNESS Ear / Nose / Throat

Winner: Central Park ENT 409 Central Park Drive • 817-261-9191 • centralparkent.net

entral Park ENT, making its All Star debut this year, is composed of a team of certified and experienced doctors, each bringing years of expertise to their fields. All of the practice’s doctors have a stellar record of care in the DFW region. The medical team at Central Park ENT is led by Dr. Mark Palmer, Dr. Chris Lee, Dr. Stuart Thomas, Dr. Rene Pena, Jr., Dr. Dana Gibbs and Dr. Tyler Scoresby. These board certified physicians work as a team to provide the best quality of service to their patients. They help scores of people with allergy issues, ear infections, hearing impairments, colds and sinus infections. They believe that by assisting others through education and compassion, they can improve and restore quality of life for their patients and their loved ones. Whether you have allergies, hearing problems, sinus infections, dizziness, snoring or any other ear, nose or throat related problem, the staff at Central Park ENT is primed to address your issue in a friendly, compassionate manner. The Mission at the practice is to provide the highest quality treatment for all ear, nose and throat problems. By emphasizing patient education,

incorporating the latest technology and making your individual needs a first priority, the team of ENT specialists and support staff aims to deliver the best patient experience. The medical team at Central Park ENT offers a range of ear/nose/throat services, including nose, throat and ear pediatrics; nose and sinus; throat and neck; allergy services (including drops and shots); and CT services. Central Park ENT, along with Physicians’ Hearing Aid Center, provides comprehensive hearing and balance healthcare for those with hearing and/or balance disorders. Audiology services at Central Park ENT include comprehensive diagnostic hearing and balance evaluations, hearing aid consultations and dispensing of hearing aids and/or assistive devices, and patient education for the improvement of communication and hearing preservation and protection. HONORABLE MENTION: Cross Timbers ENT Arlington: 400 W. Arbrook Blvd., Suite 301 • 817-261-3000 Mansfield: 2500 E. Broad St., Suite 200 • 817-261-3000 • crosstimbersent.com

Pharmacy

Winner: Randol Mill Pharmacy 1014 N. Fielder Road • 817-274-1883 • randolmillpharmacy.com

andol Mill Pharmacy is making its debut as an All Star, but the company has been an Arlington staple since 1965. Five words embrace the Randol Mill Pharmacy team’s philosophy, outlined in the company’s “5-C’s” . . . “CARE is our defining principle. We are committed to the patient-centered approach which fosters a caring, personal relationship between the pharmacist and the patient. “CONVENIENCE is our second key principle. Patients deserve timely, accessible and efficient care. Our policies and procedures are designed to minimize unnecessary waiting while still ensuring the highest level of quality. “COST-EFFECTIVENESS is our third guiding principle. We recognize our obligation to achieve the highest possible quality of care at the lowest possible cost. “CONFIDENTIALITY is our fourth guiding principle. The medical information our patients and their physicians share with us represents a sacred trust. We pledge to safeguard that information and to use it exclusively in the fulfillment of our professional responsibilities. “COMMUNICATION is our fifth paramount principle. Complete satisfaction on departure about your medication is a total commitment of Randol Mill

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Pharmacy. Questions about dosage, possible side effects, how more that one drug can affect another…Ask us if it is not perfectly clear!” Randol Mill Pharmacy offers a variety of useful tools to its customers, from online shopping to refill prescriptions to more than 6,000 square feet of shopping space that features unique and upscale gifts, candles and cards. The company also offers a full range of medical equipment, over-the-counter (OTC) medication, and specialty items. And, of course, it is one of the area’s premier resources for prescription medicine, flu shots, compounding (where you aren’t bound by commercial medications, but can have medications in the strengths and dosages that fit your particular situation). HONORABLE MENTION (tie): Pharmacy Solutions 1921 W. Pioneer Pkwy. • 817-274-0050 • rxcompound.com HONORABLE MENTION (tie): DFW Wellness Pharmacy 711 E. Lamar Blvd., Suite 101 • 817-459-8400 • dfwwellnesspharmacy.com

2018 All Star Pain All Star Management Doctor ARLINGTON Winner 2018

Readers’ Choice

your community • your magazine

Today

Thank you to my patients and Arlington Today readers for your votes!

Jason Butler, M.D.

Specializing in Interventional Pain Medicine and Sports Medicine • Treatment of Spinal and Non-Spinal Pain • Peripheral Joint Injections • Epidurals, Facet Blocks and Nerve Ablations • Spinal Cord Stimulators and Pain Pumps

• Botox for Migraine Headaches • Work Injuries and Motor Vehicle Accidents • Occupational Programs and Testing • On-Site Physical Therapy (Arlington location)

Accepting new patients. We accept most major insurance plans. Arlington Location 2001 SE Green Oaks Blvd., Ste 130 Arlington, Texas 76018 817-419-6111

Mansfield Location 851 Highway 287 N Mansfield, Texas 76063 817-419-6111

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WELLNESS Pediatric Dentist

Orthodontist

Winner: Drs. Hyde, Miller & Associates

Winner: Moody Alexander, drsAorthodontics

North: 696 N. Fielder, Suite 102 • 817-459-1313 • South: 4220 Little Road • 817-478-2300 Central: 3101 S. Center St. • 817-466-7057 • Mansfield: 2300 Matlock Road, Suite 28 • 817-539-0500 fundentist.com

840 W. Mitchell St. • 817-275-3233 • drsalexander.com

he pediatric dentists at Drs. Hyde, Miller & Associates believe that a child’s visit to the dentist – whether it’s the first or the 21st – should not only be as painless as possible, but enjoyable, as well. That’s why they have crafted four offices in the area filled with childrenfriendly decor and interactive items that help ease the fear that might be associated with a dental visit. In turn, their patients’ parents have crafted a “thank you” note in the form of a vote for the “Fun Dentists” as a 2018 All Star. The offices at Drs. Hyde, Bailey & Associates offer a unique open concept that provides a cheerful and enthusiastic environment to educate and promote oral health for the children of the community. While they’re awaiting the dentist, the kids often get to meet a practice staple: Adam the Alligator, who also helps keep things fun. HONORABLE MENTION: Jennifer Ketchel 7410 S. Cooper St., Suite 100 • 817-465-0044 • arlingtonkidsdentist.com

rsAorthodontics – first with founder Wick Alexander at the forefront and more recently with his son Moody leading the practice – has been a veritable Arlington institution since 1964. The orthodontics practice also has been something else: a four-time All Star. Clearly, our readers who have turned to the Alexanders to help them acquire a better smile appreciate the experience and compassion that help define drsAorthodontics. But there’s even more than that. “Our practice offers a relaxed, friendly, open environment where patients and their parents are encouraged to get involved in their treatment,” Moody says. Moody notes that the entire team gets to know each patient personally to help make visits more comfortable. “We understand the anxiety that patients may feel before their treatment,” he says. “And we make it our top priority to ensure the patient’s comfort before starting any procedure.” There’s yet another facet to this practice that makes it special: its yearning to give back, not just to the community but to the world. Moody takes regular mission trips to impoverished areas such as Ethiopia to provide dental care to the locals – a truly All Star gesture.

Orthodontist

Honorable Mention: Dr. Raymond Barbre, Smile Doctors Braces by Barbre Orthodontics 5201 S. Cooper Street, #123 • 817-472-8877 • smiledoctors.com/arlingtontx

newcomer to our All Star team, Dr. Raymond Barbre of the “Smile Doctors Braces by Barbre Orthodontics” practice has been proudly improving people’s smiles for three decades. After graduating dental school at the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio, Dr. Barbre finished his education at the Baylor Orthodontic Program. He is actively involved in his community, as well as in many professional organizations, such as the American Association of Orthodontics, the Texas Dental Association and the Fort Worth District Dental Society. “I have enjoyed providing orthodontic care to my community since 1988, and I am very grateful for the recognition by the readers and my patients,” Dr. Barbre says. “Our patients have been a joy to work with, and they’d be the first to tell anyone just how fantastic and caring our team is.” Dr. Barbre opened the office in late 1988 with one receptionist and himself. “The receptionist was my wife, to whom I have been married for 31 years,” he says. “We expanded the facility in 1993 and have strived to treat everyone as we would our family. Our team has grown, and our standard of care has increased with time. In February of 2017, we made the transition to Smile Doctors Braces. Barbre Orthodontics and Smile Doctors

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Braces shared the same vision: to provide excellence in orthodontic care resulting in beautiful, confident smiles and genuine, unforgettable experiences. We are proud to be Smile Doctors Braces by Barbre Orthodontics.” Dr. Barbre says that at Smile Doctors Braces by Barbre Orthodontics, you’re more than just a patient – you’re family. In addition to creating a personalized, individual treatment plan for each patient, the Smile Doctors team strives to get to know each patient by supporting him or her in and out of the clinic. “Every step of the way, we cheer you on and let you know we are here for you,” he says. The practice offers comfortable, free consultations with X-rays to help patients understand what their orthodontic needs may be. “We want each patient to achieve a beautiful, healthy smile, which is why we offer flexible, low monthly payments with interest free financing to make orthodontic care possible for you and your family,” Dr. Barbre says. “By combining our affordable braces with quality treatment and an unforgettable experience, we’re able to provide excellence in orthodontic care resulting in beautiful, confident smiles. From the moment you walk into our clinic to your final day in braces, your experience with our team will be fun, memorable and rewarding.”

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WELLNESS Internal Medicine and Family Physican

Winner: Dr. Theresa Stretch, Pleasant Ridge Internal Medicine Arlington: 1806 W. Pleasant Ridge Road • 817-635-6363 • Grand Prairie: 1004 S. Carrier Pkwy • 817-761-7876 pleasantridgemedicine.com

irst-time All Star Pleasant Ridge Internal Medicine opened in Arlington as a privately owned and operated adult medicine clinic in January 2011. In April 2017, Dr. Stretch designed and built a second clinic in Grand Prairie. Board Certified in Internal Medicine, Dr. Stretch leads a dynamic medical team that provides primary care and management of chronic conditions for patients ages 17 and older. The practices offer primary care and prevention, diagnosis and Dr. Theresa Stretch management of chronic conditions, treatment of acute illnesses, personalized health services, and minor procedures. Services include annual physicals, well-women visits, well-men visits, immunizations, and health screenings for cancers and chronic diseases. Diagnosis and management of chronic conditions includes diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, thyroid disease, and numerous additional chronic conditions that affect adults. PRIM also provides weight management and bioidentical hormone replacement therapy. HONORABLE MENTION: Dr. David Lee 902 W. Randol Mill Road, Suite 250 • 817-417-9334 • thpg.org HONORABLE MENTION: Dr. Maria Gaydos 121 E. Randol Mill Roadd • 817-860-1309 • fhcatx.com

Optometrist WINNER: Dr. Edwin Murr, Vision Source 1334 E. Pioneer Pkwy. 817-461-4453 visionsource-arlington.com

WINNER: Dr. Mary Adams 81 Road to Six Flags W., Suite 139 817-265-1356

HONORABLE MENTION: Dr. Tex Cole, First Eye Care 2301 W. Park Row, Suite D 817-460-5333 fecswarlington.com

HONORABLE MENTION (TIE): Dr. Angela Moore 711 E. Lamar Blvd., Suite 200 817-795-SKIN (7546) acderm.com/ACD-WP/

Counseling Services WINNER: Compassion Counseling 2214 Michigan Ave.. Suite F 817-592-6325 compassioncounseling.us HONORABLE MENTION: Dr. Jim Seibold 3611-C W. Pioneer Parkway 817-795-0007 jimseibold.com

Pediatrician Fitness Center

Winner: The Arlington-Mansfield Area YMCA 1148 W. Pioneer Pkwy, Suite. H • 817-299-9629 • amaymca.org

ur readers clearly recognized the health benefits of a YMCA membership, voting the Arlington-Mansfield Area Y as the best fitness center in the area. And, indeed, the Y’s three area family centers offer the gamut in options that can help you get and stay healthy. From six-week fitness programs to classes tailored for practically any age group or fitness proficiency, the Arlington-Mansfield Area YMCA has something for everyone – personal training, swim lessons and sessions, dance classes, martial arts training, nutrition classes, diabetes prevention classes and youth and adult sports, to name a few of the programs. Each of the YMCA fitness programs – and, for that matter, all that the Y does – is rooted in the organization’s mission: “For Youth Development. For Healthy Living. For Social Responsibility.” So when someone asks, “Why the Y?,” there’s your answer. HONORABLE MENTION: TexasFitt 1535 S. Bowen Road • 817-459-3488 • texasfitt.com

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Dermatologist

WINNER: Dr. Desiree Harris 3131 S. Center St. 817-375-1413 cookchildrens.org HONORABLE MENTION: Dr. Wilfren Raine 3131 S. Center St. 817-375-1413 cookchildrens.org

Family Dentist WINNER: Dr. Doug Engle 2621 Matlock Road 817) 274-8439 arlingtontxdentists.com HONORABLE MENTION: Dr. Ford Walker 1810 S. Bowen Road 817-274-1825

Metroplex Dermatology 300 W. Arbrook Blvd., Suite D 707 N. Fielder Rd., Suite B 817-704-4777 metroderm.com

Orthopedic Surgeon WINNER: Arlington Orthopedics Associates 800 Orthopedic Way 2801 E. Broad St., Mansfield 817-375-5200 arlingtonortho.com HONORABLE MENTION: Family Orthopedics & Rehabilitation 609 Matlock Centre Circle 817-676-9046 familyorthopedics.net

Fertility Specialist WINNER: Dr. Robert Kaufmann 1800 Mistletoe Blvd. Fort Worth 817-348-8145 fwivf.com HONORABLE MENTION (TIE): IVFMD 600 W. Mayfield Road 817-677-1294 ivfmd.net Omega Ob•Gyn Associates 505 Omega Drive 817-468-3255 omegaobgynassociates.com/ omega-arlington.html

RIVER LEGACY LIVING SCIENCE CENTER

Winner Best LASIK Center 2018 ARLINGTON AREA ALL STAR

Connecting children & families to nature Serving as the gateway to River Legacy Park, "WINNER OF THE ALL STAR LOCAL PARK," River Legacy Living Science Center offers interactive exhibits, aquariums, terrariums, exploration stations & public programs to educate park users about the plants & animals of River Legacy Park. Visit the Science Center's NEW Discovery Room for a virtual immersive experience & explore the park in a whole new way! Winner 2018

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WELLNESS Hospital / Orthopedic

Allergist WINNER: Dr. Steve Apaliski 5421 Matlock Road 817-460-7447 metroplexallergy.com

Winner: Baylor Orthopedic and Spine Hospital at Arlington 707 Highlander Blvd. • 855- 416-7846 • baylorarlington.com

aylor Orthopedic and Spine Hospital at Arlington specializes in providing comprehensive outpatient and inpatient treatment of orthopedic and spine disorders. For everything from simple back or neck strains to the most complex spine and back surgeries, Baylor Arlington combines exceptional care with personal attention and compassion. Pain relief, healing and better quality of life are top concerns for back and spine specialists. If physical therapy, medication, or other back pain treatments do not provide adequate results, Baylor Arlington’s spine care specialists may offer surgical solutions using the latest spine surgery techniques in local state-of-the-art orthopedic facilities. The types of spine surgery chosen will depend on individual risk factors and diagnosis. While Baylor Orthopedic and Spine Hospital at Arlington is the only specialty orthopedic hospital of its kind in Dallas/Fort Worth, it’s more than a surgery center. The hospital provides both in-patient and out-patient treatment for orthopedic disorders, including: • Minimally invasive treatments for hips, knees, shoulders and spine • Surgical treatment for disorders of the spine • Total joint replacement including hips, knees and shoulders • Orthopedic surgery Diagnosing a patient often involves using some of the most advanced technology available to the medical field. Baylor Arlington has state-of-theart diagnostic imaging tools to get you on the road to recovery, including: • CT (Computerized Tomography) • MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) • X-ray • Arthrograms • Pyelograms • Conduction Studies Back pain from injury or disease has the unfortunate power to reduce your overall quality of life. Baylor’s orthopedic specialists and spine doctors focus on the task of ensuring complete back and spine health so that patients can stay active, strong, and mobile throughout their lifetimes. Their expertise in a multidisciplinary approach to spine care at Baylor Orthopedic and Spine Hospital at Arlington ensures the best in patientcentered treatments ranging from physical therapy or pain management options to spinal injections or minimally invasive back surgery. HONORABLE MENTION: Texas Health Hospital Clearfork 5400 Clearfork Main St. • 817-433-7000 • texashealth.org/clearfork

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HONORABLE MENTION: Dr. Neil Singhania 5421 Matlock Road 817-460-7447 metroplexallergy.com

Vein Doctor WINNER: Atlas Vein Care 2701 Matlock Road, Suite 103 817-795-8346 atlasvein.com HONORABLE MENTION: Jon Senkowsky 1001 N. Waldrop, Suite 612 817-697-2956 thpg.org

Spine Surgeon WINNER (TIE): Baylor Orthopedic and Spine Hospital at Arlington 707 Highlander Blvd. 855-416-7846 baylorarlington.com WINNER (TIE): Dr. John Sazy 431 Omega Drive, Suite 104 817-468-4422 facebook.com/pages/Dr-JohnSazy/140201336046235

Assisted Living Center WINNER: Heartis 3424 W. Interstate 20 Hwy. 817-375-5977 heartis.com/communities/ arlington/ HONORABLE MENTION: Bethesda Gardens 1103 W. Arkansas Lane 817-783-4057 bethesdagardensarlington.com

Home Health Company WINNER (TIE): Encompass 2000 E. Lamar Blvd., Suite 155 817- 542-0217 encompasshealth.com/locations/ arlingtonhomehealth

WINNER (TIE): Visiting Angels 1601 E. Lamar Blvd., Suite 109 817-795-6316 visitingangels.com/arlington/ home

Memory Care Facility WINNER: Isle at Watercrest 200 East Debbie Lane, Mansfield 877-385-4264 isleatwatercrestmansfield.com HONORABLE MENTION: Meadowbrook 2300 Little Road 682-253-2075 koelschseniorcommunities. com/senior-living/tx/arlington/ meadowbrook/

Urgent Care WINNER: Care Now 5405 S. Cooper St. 817-465-4928 carenow.com HONORABLE MENTION (TIE): Baylor Orthopedic and Spine Hospital at Arlington 707 Highlander Blvd. 855-416-7846 baylorarlington.com Prime Care 5912 S. Cooper St., #110 682-323-8899 pcec247.com

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WELLNESS ... PERSONAL PLEASURES Retirement Community

Winner: Overture Highlands 250 W. Arbrook Blvd. • 817-409-6279 • liveoverture.com/communities/arlington

irst-time All Star Overture Highlands offers a new sense of freedom – without sacrificing luxury or sophistication. These new apartments for residents 55+ celebrate and honor active and energetic lifestyles. The atmosphere is like a contemporary boutique hotel where upscale design and concierge service are part of the package. Mind, body, and social thoughtfulness make the resort-inspired amenities extraordinary and unsurpassed. Plus, there’s the location: Arlington has ideal proximity to major employers, firstclass dining, shopping, and of course, AT&T Stadium — home to the Dallas Cowboys. The nationwide Overture network of upscale, senior-focused communities has designed dwellings that provide residents every chance to enjoy being active and healthy. They can wake up each day in an incredibly designed home with modern, upscale finishes that allow them to live with no maintenance concerns. Overture’s innovative settings feature more than 12,000 square feet of resort-style amenities. Whether it is keeping fit in the state-of-the-art fitness center, meeting neighbors for wine tasting in the Scene or relaxing by the

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pool, residents are sure to enjoy new moments of freedom and fascination. Additionally, each community has a dedicated concierge and activities director to enhance everyday living. Overture living features gourmet kitchens, wood plank-style flooring, spacious bathrooms with granite or quartz countertops and spa-like showers, full sized washer/dryers, designer lighting, and—the apartment dweller’s pièce de résistance—plenty of storage. Overture Highlands was selected as a location to allow residents to be close to shopping, dining, and family members, places to work, and great places to play and enjoy life. Overture is the culmination of Greystar’s experience in development, construction and property management to create the perfect balance of amenities, finishes and services in an age-focused living environment. Overture is the perfectly orchestrated environment to do more, be more, and live more right now. HONORABLE MENTION: Brookdale 1250 W. Pioneer Pkwy. • 817-405-4487 • brookdale.com

Local Park

Winner: Caine Cambron, Train Caine

Winner: River Legacy Parks

2009 Elmhurst Drive • 817-883-7541 • traincaine.com

703 N.W. Green Oaks Blvd. • 817-860-6752 • riverlegacy.org

back-to-back winner in our readers’ choice poll, certified fitness trainer Caine Cambron operates Train Caine, a premier personal fitness studio gym that changes lives for the better. In the center’s cozy confines clients find all they need to get and stay slim, from old school classics such as kettle bells, dumbbells, squat racks and free weights to new school favorites TRX cables, BOSU balls, plyo boxes, aerobic steps, slide boards, tires, sleds, and sledgehammers. “Our clients also enjoy personal training sessions and weekly group training classes,” says Cambron, who offers exciting challenges and special events to keep his clients motivated. Cambron hosts weekly boot camp classes at his gym and on the road for corporations, school districts and special events throughout the DFW area. His is one of the faces on Lifetime Fitness Gyms, and he has been featured in Men’s Fitness Magazine.

here is little question Arlington area residents love River Legacy Parks – this is the fifth time the majestic city treasure has been named an All Star. Of course, who could argue against something that offers the beauty of the wilderness with open spaces for your favorite pastime – pretty much whatever that favorite pastime might be? From botany to bicycling or rollerblading to strolls through the woods, this 1,300-acre public park has something for everyone. The park’s ecological diversity of bottomland forest, wetlands and prairie provides abundant habitat for countless wildlife and native plants. And then there are amenities, such as trails, picnic areas, river overlooks, canoe launches and more. As our readers have noted, more is good.

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Winner: Shelton’s Salon & Spa

Honorable Mention: Maren Karsen Aveda Salon & Store

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or the second straight year, Shelton’s Salon & Spa is in the winners’ circle as our readers’ favorite hair salon, underscoring a bond between the company and the city that has lasted more than 50 years. “It makes us feel proud and really connected to Arlington,” says company spokesperson Aracely Moreno. “We have grown together. It means so much to our staff to receive the honor of being voted an Arlington All Star.” Moreno says the wide range of talent and genuine care the staff shows salon guests help set the business apart. Shelton’s has continuous classes for new talent, and its experienced staff members are given three classes a year by a top international stylist “Shelton’s Salon and Spa has always focused on a beautiful, clean, well-run salon,” Moreno says. “We try to give our staff an enjoyable professional work place with up-to-date education with attention to style and customer care. It is the relationship with our guests and staff that hopefully keep us the go-to place for hair, skin, nail care and massage in Arlington. Thank you Arlington!”

aren Karsen Aveda Salon & Store, making its debut as an Arlington area All Star, is a full-service hair salon & Aveda Experience Center located in the heart of Downtown Arlington. “Our guests are always telling us how ‘at home’ they feel at Maren Karsen Aveda Salon,” says Owner/Master Stylist and Colorist Kellie Morris. “We are professionals, but we strive to provide a relaxed, yet fun, atmosphere. We want you to feel comfortable here.” Maren Karsen is an Aveda Concept Salon with more than 20 years in the industry. It carries the full line of Aveda products, including hair care, skin care, body care and cosmetics. “Our hairdressers are continually educated on the latest trends in hair cutting and hair color, regardless of experience, in order to provide our clients with the highest quality services, bar none,” says Morris. The staff at Maren Karsen knows that trying a new salon can be challenging. “We promise to make your experience the best it can possibly be,” Morris says. “We want you to tell everyone when you leave that you just went to the best salon in Arlington, Texas, or anywhere else.”

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Winner: Great Skin Spa & Skin Care 3851 S.W. Green Oaks Blvd. • 817-478-2114 • greatskin4you.com

renda Cureton Smith and her company, Great Skin Spa & Skin Care, have become fixtures in our All Star issue, earning Readers’ Choice honors in each of the years we’ve conducted the poll. She began her career in the beauty business as the first U.S. franchisee of Canadian-based FACES Cosmetics before opening Great Skin Spa & Skin Care eight years ago. Great Skin quickly gained popularity as an exceptional day spa and skin care provider – mainly because GS is known for clients getting excellent results. “My original interest in beauty stemmed from my many years of being intrigued by learning how to take care of my own skin – how to retain its youth, how to age gracefully and how to use makeup as an enhancement vs. having to rely on it – and still feel great about my appearance after removing the makeup,” she says. At Great Skin she not only shares her experience in creating and maintaining beautiful skin via state-of-the-industry technology and products; she also has championed the practice of receiving professional spa services a part of personal care, as opposed to a special occasional visit or gift due to affordability. As a result, she created the Great Skin Facial Club. Members receive a wide range of treatment options at the spa, as well as guidance and

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products they can use at home to maintain fresh, youthful-looking skin. The Gold Tox Anti Aging Home Care series treats wrinkles/dark spots while adding youth back to the skin. Great Skin also offers a full line of award-winning skin care for anti aging, acne, hyperpigmentation and general skin care, as well as skin and body care for men, women and teens. GS is also known for its instant slimming treatments, and it now offers a special credit card that can be used specifically for beauty and health services. Great Skin recently became a franchise company, and Cureton Smith says she is excited about the future as the company is expanding its locations throughout Texas, offering a turnkey franchise program that includes everything needed to successfully own and operate your own Great Skin Spa & Facial Club. “It’s about partnership at Great Skin,” she says. “Our slogan is ‘Relax, Rewind, Renew!, and we are proud to share those values with our clients and franchisees.” HONORABLE MENTION: Flawless Skincare 110 W. Randol Mill Road, Suite 240 • 682-200-9292 • FlawlessSkincareTx.com

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Winner: Sheraton Arlington Hotel 1500 Convention Center Drive • 817-261-8200 • sheratonarlingtonhotel.com

here are all manner of reasons why Sheraton Arlington Hotel was voted the best area hotel by our readers – and why it’s a prudent choice for travelers of all types and for locals who need a state-ofthe-art facility for a weekend getaway, conference, meeting, weddingrelated event or other large-group gathering. Situated a stone’s throw from I-30 between Dallas and Fort Worth, the hotel is in a prime location, offering seamless access to the city’s – and the North Texas region’s – best attractions. Then, of course, there’s the “ahhhh” factor, as Sheraton Arlington offers comfortable, newly renovated accommodations. Each guestroom has been transformed and enhanced with updated carpeting, lighting and technology. For dining, there’s the Parkside Grille, featuring Regional and American-style cuisine for breakfast buffet, lunch and dinner; Parkside Bar, an upscale lounge with Southwest flair; and The Market Place, serving Starbucks® Coffee. HONORABLE MENTION: Hilton Garden Inn 2190 E. Lamar Blvd. • 817-274-6644 • hilton.com

WINNER: Daired’s 2400 W. I-20 817-465-9797 daireds.com HONORABLE MENTION: Relax Bodyworks 110 W. Randol Mill Road, Suite 240 817-223-4784 relaxbodyworks.com

Laser Hair Removal WINNER: Accent on You 3030 S. Cooper St. 817-417-7200 accentonyou.com HONORABLE MENTION: Derma Spa 2410 W. Abram St. 817-274-2213 dermaspalaser.com

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WINNER: The Sanford House 506 N. Center St. 817-861-2129 thesanfordhouse.com

HONORABLE MENTION: The Gym 2025 S. Cooper St. 817-652-1555 thegym.org

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WINNER: Aerial School of Gymnastics 1000 Commercial Blvd. N, #A 817-472-6111

WINNER: Yoga Project 2745 N. Collins St. yogaproject.com/arlington/

HONORABLE MENTION: Stars Gymnastics 3709 Dustin Trail 817-483-9014 facebook.com/ starsgymnasticsdfw/

HONORABLE MENTION: The Pilates Effect 2410 W. Abram St., Suite 120 214-558-0996 http://thepilateseffect.com

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WINNER: Queen’s Beauty Salon 2504 W. Park Row Drive, Suite A2 817-548-9771 facebook.com/pages/ Queens/108427599240899 HONORABLE MENTION: Fusion Nails 1664 W. Randol Mill Road 817-642-5862 facebook.com/FusionNailSpa-126238844412113/

MedSpa WINNER: The Paragon Plastic Surgery & Med Spa 1101 Matlock Road, Mansfield 817-952-6226 markbisharamd.com

MedSpa HONORABLE MENTION: Derma Spa Laser Clinic 2410 W. Abram St. 817-274-2213 dermaspalaser.com

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Winner: Mercury Chophouse 2221 E. Lamar Blvd., Suite 910 • 817-381-1157 • mercurychophouse.com

t took less than a year for Mercury Chophouse to win the hearts of hungry Arlington area patrons. The upscale – and way up in the air – restaurant opened last fall, and just 10 months later it has become so popular that our readers voted it an All Star. This, of course, was the hope of co-owners Zack Moutaouakil and Jim Ross, who envisioned turning the spot vacated by longtime Arlington restaurant Cacharel into a new “go to” dining destination that featured outstanding food and service – and, from its perch on the ninth floor – the best view of Arlington found anywhere. From the start, Ross and Moutaouakil were counting on two tried-and-true business strategies to ensure that Mercury Chophouse’s stay in its lofty locale would be as celebrated as that of its predecessor: one principal who knows the restaurant industry (Moutaouakil) and another who knows a lot of people (Ross). Moutaouakil helped establish the Mercury Chop House in Fort Worth and reaped the benefits early on of creating an upscale eatery that focused on fine food, an alluring atmosphere and stellar service that ensured that patrons would make attending the restaurant a dining ritual. Ross, a celebrated Arlington attorney who also received All Star honors for his work in the legal

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field, is a friend to many – those he represents in the courtroom, those he practices beside and against in legal proceedings and those with whom he works diligently as a community activist. Together, they comprise a terrific team, although Ross describes the relationship in another way. “We’re really more like family,” he says. “There’s nothing I wouldn’t do for him or him for me. When we first talked about the idea, I jumped at the chance to be a part of this.” Moutaouakil says the Arlington Mercury Chophouse features more cuts of meat than are offered at the original restaurant. “It also offers more of a modern steakhouse look, with a lot of wood, chandeliers, an entertainment lounge, a bar and a piano bar,” he says. “The dining room is divided into three sections that include areas for intimate dining experiences as well as a private room for group gatherings.” Whatever the occasion, those enjoying it can partake in some of the best steaks found anywhere. Just ask our readers. HONORABLE MENTION: Candlelite Inn 1202 E. Division St. • 817-275-9613 • candleliteinnarlington.com

International Restaurant

Winner: Thai Texas

Winner: Prince Lebanese Grill

5736 S.W. Green Oaks Blvd. • 817-870-6057 • thaitexas.info

502 W. Randol Mill • 817-469-1811 • princelebanesegrill.com

irst-time All Star Thai Texas is a family owned Thai restaurant featuring fine, authentic Thai cuisine. Head Chef Anong Khunsri, aka “Mama Thai,” owned her own restaurant in Bangkok, Thailand for over 40 years, directly across from the Nike Factory in Thailand, and honed her skills over those years. Asama Wareham says he and fellow co-owner Kevin Jones were very excited to learn they were All Stars. “We strive to provide excellence for our customers, and hearing the news that we were voted an Arlington All Star for Best Asian Restaurant in Arlington and Mansfield lets us know we are accomplishing our goal,” he says. Jones adds that “Never Compromise” has always been the restaurant motto. He also says he and Wareham purchased the space next to Thai Texas for expansion in the near future. “We believe that, when expansion is completed, the ‘wow’ factor will be incredible!” he says. HONORABLE MENTION: P.F. Chang’s 215 E. I-20 Hwy. • 817-375-8690 • pfchangs.com

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rince Lebanese Grill, operated by Aziz, Amira and Francis Kobty (pictured below), is making its All Star debut this year. But that’s likely only because this is the first year we’ve had International Restaurant as a category. The popular eatery has been earning – and maintaining – business from hungry Texans since 1989, offering delicious authentic Lebanese food and a family atmosphere that customers love. Francis started the restaurant, and Aziz became the manager after graduating from college, and the duo are devoted to one goal. “Our vision at Prince is topquality food, reasonable prices and a family environment,,” Aziz says. “Prince Lebanese Grill’s philosophy is to take care of others. From the customers to the staff we strive to treat everyone like family. We try to bring this passion into everything that we do here, and I think people can taste it in the food.” He gets no argument from our readers. HONORABLE MENTION: Taste of Europe 1901 W. Pioneer Pkwy. • 817-275-5530 • tasteofeuropetx.com

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EATS / DRINKS / MERRIMENT Italian Cuisine

Deli / Sandwich

Winner: Piccolo Mondo

Winner: Dino’s

829 Lamar Blvd. East • 817-265-9174 • piccolomondo.com

2221 S. Collins St. • 817-274-1140

his is our fifth annual All Star issue, and each one has featured Piccolo Mondo in the winners’ circle. It’s safe to say that owner Antonio Capaccioli knows a thing or 2,000 about Italian cuisine – and how to present it to customers the right way. Capaccioli says the popular eatery is simply what he would look for in a fine dining experience – if he were to venture to the homeland. “We’re more traditional in style,” he says. “I traveled a lot when I was younger, and when I found something I like to eat, I took note. When we opened the restaurant here, we offered things I liked to eat myself.” He and his team also offer alluring ambience, a popular piano bar and a banquet room that is perfect for big groups. HONORABLE MENTION (TIE): Moni’s Pasta & Pizza 1730 W. Randol Mill Road, #100 • 817-860-6664 • monispastapizza.com HONORABLE MENTION (TIE): Café Sicilia 7221 Matlock Road • 817-419-2800 • cafesicilia.com

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ll you have to do is take one glance at the picture below to know that Dino’s knows subs. But if that’s not enough, consider that our readers who know subs know Dino’s is the place to go for them – this is the third straight year the popular eatery has won first place in this category in our poll. Dino’s has been an Arlington institution and the “go to” place for sandwiches since 1980, when the late Larry Dino first opened the restaurant’s doors. Since then, his daughter Jade has stepped into the lead role at the eatery, and it has continued to make sandwiches so fresh and delicious that they prompted one customer to offer this review: “Don’t come here. You’re just going to make the line out the door that much longer. I’ll still be in that line most days because this is the best sandwich shop I’ve ever been to.” Jade says she is proud to carry on an Arlington tradition. “My dad said there’s one key to success in the restaurant business: ‘never, ever, go down on quality,” she recalls. That’s never a problem at Dino’s. HONORABLE MENTION: The Tin Cup 1025 W. Abram St. • 817-303-5518 • facebook.com/The-Tin-Cup-109042695792869/

Restaurant Patio

Winner: El Arroyo

5024 S. Cooper St. • 817-468-2557 • elarroyoarlington.com

l Arroyo has spent the past decade and a half providing tasty cuisine to hungry Arlington-area patrons – and the past three celebrating the fact that many of those happy guests have teamed to vote the popular restaurant to our All Star team. The eatery is an ideal locale for spending time with friends and enjoying unique, delicious Mexican cuisine. From the Classic Enchilada Dinner to the steaming hot fajita meals, El Arroyo has perfected Tex-Mex. Plus, it has a superb patio where customers can beat the hot Texas summers in the “cool zone,” complete with misting fans. Also, diners and party-goers can enjoy live music from March through October on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights and on Sunday afternoons. And they’ll always get a chuckle from the restaurant’s Reader Board, which has been known to say things like what’s pictured above. HONORABLE MENTION: Mariano’s Hacienda 2614 Majesty Drive • 817-640-5118 • laharanch.com/locations/arlington

Honorable Mention: El Gabacho

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l Gabacho offers exquisite Tex-Mex cuisine, and patrons can enjoy it inside or out on the patio. It’s the latter experience that captured our readers’ fancy, as they made the popular restaurant a 2018 All Star in this category. General Manager David Govea says his team is honored to be appreciated in such a manner. “It’s an awesome feeling, and just knowing that all the hard work we put in on a daily basis makes us appreciate it even more,” he says. Whether guests dine inside or on the patio – or at home or at a business lunch or dinner, for that matter, because El Gabacho offers take-out service and caters – they enjoy a wide array of Tex-Mex options. Govea also believes they are party to something just as special when they pay a visit. “Our personalized service, fresh food and friendly staff help set us apart as special,” he says. The Dallas Observer obviously agrees, putting El Gabacho in its story, “Six DFW Tex-Mex Restaurants That Are, Actually, You Know, Good.”

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EATS / DRINKS / MERRIMENT Place to Get Lunch

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Winner: Café Sicilia

Winner: J. Gilligan’s Bar & Grill

7221 Matlock Road • 817-419-2800 • cafesicilia.com

400 E. Abram St. • 817-274-8561 • jgilligans.com

HONORABLE MENTION (TIE): Moni’s Pasta & Pizza 1730 W. Randol Mill Rd. #100 • 817-860-6664 • monispastapizza.com

HONORABLE MENTION (TIE): Bobby V’s Sports Gallery Cafe 4301 S. Bowen Road • 817-467-9922 • bobbyvsports.com

HONORABLE MENTION (TIE): Fork in the Road 1821 S. Fielder Road • 817-459-3675 • facebook.com/ForkInTheRoadArlington

HONORABLE MENTION (TIE): No Frills Grill & Sports Bar 4914 Little Road • 817-478-1766 • nofrillsarlington.com

afé Sicilia finds itself in the Readers’ Choice winner’s circle for the third time in as many years – as the area’s best place for lunch. Owners Joe Seyedmorteza and Fernando Nogueira lead a team that combines years of culinary experience with excellent food and a stellar staff devoted to providing outstanding service to produce one of the area’s “go to” Italian restaurants. Nogueira says the eatery is equal parts great food and great atmosphere, and he appreciates that patrons in the area have come to love what he and Seyedmorteza have created at Café Sicilia. “We are a gathering place for friends, neighbors and passers-by,” Nogueira says. “Our diverse menu offers something for everyone: pizza, pasta, chicken, veal, seafood – and much more.”

or the better part of four decades, J. Gilligan’s Bar & Grill has been celebrated as one of Arlington’s culinary and social treasures. So it’s only appropriate that the celebrated restaurant gets to celebrate a little, itself, after being named an All Star for the third straight year. J. Gilligan’s is a “go to” place for watching sports of all sorts – there’s always a game or several on the televisions scattered inside and out on the patio. But the fabled restaurant is also party headquarters for gatherings that include renions, birthdays, charity functions, political events, holiday parties, youth sports clubs, wedding events, business lunches and meetings and ... well, you can meet at J. Gilligan’s for pretty much anything. When you get there, you’ll find a friendly place with great food, drinks and service.

Place for a Wedding / Significant Event

Winner: The Sanford House 506 N. Center St. • 817-861-2129 • thesanfordhouse.com

or brides-to-be planning “The Big Day,” one local venue, The Sanford House, consistently has its name placed atop the short list of prospective sites for the event , the rehearsal dinner or the reception. Or, for the proverbial “Answer D”: All of the above. Not surprisingly, The Sanford House also has a long list of All Star wins as the area’s premier place for a wedding or significant event. Valerie Landry, general manager of The Sanford House, says she receives calls on a regular basis inquiring about available dates and times, either for the wedding proper or for reception festivities following the event. “It’s an elegant choice for an outdoor wedding, reception, rehearsal dinner or social gathering for up to 200 people,” Landry says. “The spacious stone courtyard is surrounded by lush gardens, mature trees, a raised wedding pavilion and an octagonal gazebo.” And that’s just the facilities. Landry and her team of experts on everything from the way the event looks to the way the food tastes once everyone is seated are poised to make the event special. “The leadership team and staff of The Sanford House Inn and Spa and restaurant506 are committed to providing unparalleled customer

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service and an excellent experience for all our guests,” Landry says. As she noted, The Sanford House has a lot going for it. The scenery is sure to add to the romance and ambience of the event. But The Sanford House also can take care of practically every detail brides have on the itinerary under the heading “My Perfect Wedding.” The Sanford Spa has a variety of treatment packages that will have the bride, her court and even the groom and his groomsmen looking and feeling their best on the big day. restaurant506 can accommodate pre- and post-wedding gatherings – with chef-prepared cuisine. Then there’s the luxurious boutique hotel. It features 12 elegant accommodations, including four one-bedroom cottage suites; two two-bedroom, two-bathroom villas; and six spacious manor houserooms, all ideal for honeymoons and wedding nights. HONORABLE MENTION (TIE): Howell Farms 4016 W. Division St. • 817-459-2701 • howellfamilyfarms.com HONORABLE MENTION (TIE): Aristide 570 N. Walnut Creek Drive, Mansfield • 817-842-1212 • aristideevents.com

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EATS / DRINKS / MERRIMENT BBQ Restaurant

Winner: David’s Barbecue 2224 W. Park Row Drive, Suite H • 817-261-9998

s this photograph shows, the fine fare at David’s Barbecue will not only make you go “yum”; you’ll also likely leave the restaurant licking your fingers while going “yum” once more. Selected as an All Star for the third year in a row, David’s offers a range of tasty barbecue items, each sliced or chopped as you place your order. David’s Barbecue opened in Pantego in 1988 as a fourth-generation, family owned restaurant. Elias Bryan started the first barbecue restaurant in Oak Cliff in 1910. Today, David’s Barbecue continues to draw critical acclaim. For instance, this yelp.com review: “This place is one of my favorite barbecue spots! You can immediately tell the food is fresh and delicious (especially the ribs) just by looking at it. Not just that, but this place has great service and food served by some genuine, hardworking people.” HONORABLE MENTION: Spring Creek Barbeque 3608 S. Cooper St. • 817-465-0553 • springcreekbarbeque.com

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Pizza

Brewery

WINNER: Mama’s Pizza 1200 N. Fielder Road 817-795-8700 mamasarlington.com

WINNER: Legal Draft Beer Co. 500 E. Division St. 817-962-2210 legaldraftbeer.com

HONORABLE MENTION: Old School Pizza & Suds 603 W. Abram St. 682-323-4441 oldschoolpizzaandsuds.com

HONORABLE MENTION: Division Brewing 506 E. Main St. 682-276-1276 divisionbrewing.com

Sushi

Happy Hour

WINNER: Piranha Killer Sushi 859 N.E. Green Oaks Blvd. 817-261-1636 piranhakillersushi.com

WINNER: On Tap 200 N. Mesquite St., Suite 105 682-323-5561 ontapdfw.com

HONORABLE MENTION: Suzushii Sushi & Grill 915 E. Roadd To Six Flags, Suite 103 817-459-2779 suzushiisushiandgrill.com

HONORABLE MENTION: El Arroyo 5024 S. Cooper St. 817-468-2557 elarroyoarlington.com

Place for a Kids’ Party

Winner: Grease Monkey Burger Shop & Social Club

Winner: All Star Ninjas

200 N. Mesquite St. • 817-665-5454 • greasemonkeyburgers.com

2000 Matlock Road, Mansfield • 682-518-1588 • all-starninjas.com

n All Star each of the past three years, the Grease Monkey Burger Shop and Social Club has clearly tickled the fancy of local diners. Created by a group that has numerous ties to the city of Arlington, the Grease Monkey has an interesting history. Its location in The Vandergriff Town Center is next to the historical Vandergriff Chevrolet building established in 1937. This property and business, as well as the other automotive industry companies that helped the city explode in the postwar ‘50s, was the inspiration for the automotive/car/garage theme of the restaurant. The Grease Monkey offers an array of tasty hamburgers that become even more delicious when you tailor each sandwich to your liking, choosing from the toppings and condiments located in the heart of the eatery. In addition to great food, the Grease Monkey hosts live music on a regular basis and features a patio with a view of the downtown area.

Honorable Mention: Gino’s East

HONORABLE MENTION: Twisted Root Burger Co. 310 E. Abram St., Suite 100 • 817-201-9669 • twistedrootburgerco.com

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ino’s East is making its All Star debut this year – only a a couple of years after owners Kay Duggan and her daughter Lauren began to offer “Real Deep Dish Pizza in the Heart of Texas.” “Although the restaurant has a 50-year history in Chicago, we are the only Gino’s East in Texas,” Kay says. “It is a scratch kitchen – the dough, sauce, dressings are made in-house daily, and we have focused on hiring experts that can all create our signature Deep Dish pizzas.” Kay and Lauren have added a hugely popular private dining room for parties or business meetings. “In addition to our private room that can accommodate 50 people,” Kay says, “we have also reserved the entire restaurant for large parties.” Gino’s East offers a range of unique, Deep Dish options, including Meaty Legend, Chorizo, BBQ Brisket Za, Jalapeño Blue and the new “Double Deep Dish,” which is already gaining popularity.

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Deciding to divorce is one of the most important decisions a person can face so it makes sense to know your options. One option is traditional courtroom litigation. Another option is collaborative law divorce. Although attorney Stephanie Foster Gilbert is prepared to be the warrior in your courtroom battle as she has been in thousands of Tarrant County divorce cases over the past 26 years, her preference is to be the peacemaker in your interest-based negotiations through the dignified, private, child-protecting process known as collaborative law divorce which involves no court. Stephanie Foster Gilbert is confident that the collaborative law process is a powerful way to generate creative solutions in family law disputes while minimizing financial and emotional damage to the couple and their children all the while promoting post-divorce psychological and financial health of the restructured family. As a family law mediator and one of the first Tarrant County attorneys trained in collaborative law, attorney Stephanie Foster Gilbert will help you navigate through your divorce options and zealously represent you through the process of your choice. Contact attorney Stephanie Foster Gilbert today to discuss your options.

One option is traditional courtroom litigation. Another option is collaborative law divorce. Law Offices of Stephanie A. Foster, P.C. 4214 Little Road, Arlington, TX 76016 817-277-2805 • StephanieFosterLawyer.com

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EATS / DRINKS / MERRIMENT ... STORE FRONT Seafood WINNER: Flying Fish 300 E. Abram St. 817-303-3335 flyingfishinthe.net HONORABLE MENTION (TIE): The Catch 5809 W. I-20 817-765-2226 thecatchusa.com HONORABLE MENTION (TIE): Pantego Bay 2233 W. Park Row Drive 817-303-4853 pantegobayarlington.com

Place for Live Music WINNER: Levitt Pavilion Arlington 100 W. Abram St. 817-543-4301 levittpavilionarlington.org HONORABLE MENTION (TIE): J. Gilligan’s Bar & Grill 400 E. Abram St. 817-274-8561 jgilligans.com HONORABLE MENTION (TIE): Art on the Greene Richard Greene Linear Park artonthegreene.com

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Florist WINNER: H.E. Cannon Floral & Greenhouses 512 W. Division St. 817-261-2731 cannonfloral.com HONORABLE MENTION: In Bloom Flowers 4311 Little Road 817-572-5055 inbloomflowers.com

Place to Buy Menswear WINNER: The Man’s Shop 100 S. West St. 817-265-1116 themansshop.com HONORABLE MENTION: Mens’ Wearhouse 951 W. Interstate 20, Suite 101 817-784-1888 menswearhouse.com/storelocator/tx/arlington

Sporting Goods Store WINNER: Mountain Sports 2025 W. Pioneer Parkway 817-461-4503 mountainsports.com HONORABLE MENTION: Sun & Ski 3608 S. Cooper St. 817-465-0553 springcreekbarbeque.com

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Bakery

Winner: Sugar Bee Sweets Bakery 201 N. East St. • 817-903-8661 • sugarbeesweets.com

abbed by our readers as the area’s best bakery for the past three years, Sugar Bee Sweets specializes in wedding cakes, custom cake creations and sweets of all kinds, including cupcakes, french macarons, pies, cake balls, and cookies in all shapes and flavors. “When we found out that we won Arlington’s All Star Bakery we could not have been more thrilled,” says owner Heidi Allison. “This has been such a big year for us, and knowing that we are loved and supported by our friends, family and clients here in Arlington is the biggest compliment we can receive.” The bakery opened in 2010, and since then it has won more than two dozen awards, and its sweet desserts have been featured in magazines and on television programs, including the popular series “Cake Hunters.” “We plan to continue learning from our clients daily, listening to their feedback and continuing to improve as much as possible so that we can grow and serve more of the Arlington community,” Allison says. HONORABLE MENTION: Cooper Street Bakery 2832 S. Cooper St. • 817-472-9656 • cooperbakery.com

Gift Shop

Winner: Anything Goes 2504 W. Park Row Drive, Suite A • 817-542-0862 • anythinggoesgiftshop.com

n All Star for the past three years, Anything Goes was established in 2010 as an eclectic gift shop that has the conventional, as well as the unconventional. In fact, says owner Mary Davis, one of the things that makes the retail store so appealing to customers is the inventory mix that, pretty much, runs the gamut. There are specialty gifts you don’t find everywhere, as well as the area’s best mix of college and school gifts. And Anything Goes’ sports memorabilia helps ensure that the fellows won’t just sit in a chair yawning as their significant others or their “Mom” go about their shopping. “Anything Goes started out as a dream and has far exceeded my expectations,” Davis says. “Beginning with 1,200 square feet, we have gone through two expansions and now occupy over 3,600 square feet of showroom space. The growth has been exciting and is attracting customers from all over the Metroplex.” HONORABLE MENTION: Gracie Lane 4720 S. Cooper St. • 817-468-5263 • gracielanecollection.com

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STORE FRONT Jeweler

Jeweler

Winner: Dixie’s

Honorable Mention: Baseball Diamonds

4720 S. Cooper • 817-649-1112 • dixiesonline.com

430 E. Lamar Blvd., Suite 110 • 817-461-9919 • baseballdiamonds.com

or the third time in the past four years Dixie’s has earned a spot in the All Star winner’s circle. That success is largely attributable to a vast line of quality jewelry. But the friendly staff, fronted by owner Kandy King, also plays a big role in helping Dixie’s find – and keep – satisfied customers. “Our goal at Dixie’s has always been making your shopping experience with us a great one,” King says. “We strive to provide the best quality at reasonable prices; however, service is our No. 1 priority.” King says the staff loves to go the extra mile to help customers find just the right gift or perfect charm to commemorate a special event, milestone or remembrance of a loved one. “We consider it a privilege to help with those very personal selections,” King says. “As we celebrate 36 years serving our hometown of Arlington, we reflect on the many friendships formed with our fantastic customers.” Dixie’s specializes in sterling silver jewelry rings, necklaces, charms and anklets. While King and Co. love greeting customers, Dixie’s also offers its inventory online at the website listed above.

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readers’ choice All Star each of the past two years, Baseball Diamonds specializes in custom designs. “We can take your dated jewelry and create any design of your choosing.” says owner David A’quin. “We also have a custom design center on site with numerous mold options to choose from. No matter the style, Baseball Diamonds can make your vision a reality.” In addition, the company offers repair services for all precious metal jewelry. Other services Baseball Diamonds offers include jewelry appraisals, engraving, watch repairs, watch batteries, ring sizing, jewelry soldering, prong retipping, diamond setting, restringing pearls and more. The company also buys and consigns jewelry. David A’quin can show you anything in the way of diamonds, gemstones and pearls, as well as religious jewelry and mounts. Baseball Diamonds also can take care of your watch when you need a battery changed. Or, it can help you add some sparkle to a fancy watch.

Boutique

Winner: C & W Antiques

Winner: Gracie Lane

2100 N. Hwy. 360, Suite 705-706, Grand Prairie • 817-637-7637 • candwantiques.com

4720 S. Cooper St. • 817-468-5263 • gracielanecollection.com

first-time All Star, C & W Antiques offers unique, rare and interesting furniture and accessories not found at most stores stateside. From their flagship showroom in Grand Prairie, Co-proprietors Jim Carpenter and Patrick Walsh create an inviting ambiance with fragrant Market candles, music and vignettes of old-world rooms that stimulate the senses. “C & W Antiques’ philosophy is to make each customer feel welcome,” Walsh says. “With our passion for antiques, we welcome each customer and provide a friendly atmosphere for their unique shopping experience. We treat each customer like family.” C & W Antiques specializes in 17th, 18th and 19th century English and French furniture. It also has an exquisite collection of original fine art by Italian, French, Russian, English and U.S. artists, and its Faberge Collection is the largest in the state of Texas and perhaps the world. HONORABLE MENTION: Fuffiz Antique Mall 747 W. Lamar Blvd. • 817-542-0940 • facebook.com/pg/fuffizantiques

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n the five years we’ve had an All Star edition, Gracie Lane has been chosen a winner all five times. Since opening in 2014, Gracie Lane has rapidly become recognized as Arlington area’s “go to” shopping destination for clothing, jewelry, home decor, gifts and more. But that’s just what’s inside the collection of boutiques. Gracie Lane is also renowned for great value and a regularly rotating stream of products, the combination of which makes this Arlington treaure a one-of-a-kind shopping experience customers love – and love again and again as they return for more. Manager Mary Macken says the real key to Gracie Lane’s success, though, is the relationships she and the team build. “I believe our philosophy of treating every person that walks through our doors as a family member really resonates with our customers.” Macken says Gracie Lane is like a collection of your favorite things — and those you haven’t yet found — all in one pretty package. HONORABLE MENTION: Anything Goes 2504 W. Park Row, Suite A • 817-542-0862 • anythinggoesgiftshop.com

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STORE FRONT ... HOME LIFE Resale Shop WINNER: Sweet Repeat 2504 W. Park Row Drive 817-460-1746 sweetrepeatwomensboutique.com

HONORABLE MENTION: ReRun Consignment Boutique 3603 W. Park Row Drive 817-460-5825 rerunboutique.com

Place to Buy Spirits WINNER: Total Wine The Highlands Shopping Center 981 Interstate 20 W. 817-472-9727 totalwine.com

HONORABLE MENTION: Spec’s 3909 S Cooper St. 817-375-5982 specsonline.com/location/ arlington/

Heating / AC Company WINNER: Tom’s Mechanical 735 109th St. 972-885-2618 tomsmechanical.com HONORABLE MENTION: Hightower Service 606 W. Main St. 817-274-1854 hightowerservice.com

Home Computer Services WINNER: Orlie & Sons 2418 Cales Drive 214-517-4781 orlipc.com

Business Computer Services WINNER: CCSI 109 W. Randol Mill Road, #102 817-459-4000 ccsitx.com

Plumbing Company WINNER: Ernie’s Plumbing Service 888-802-0005 erniesplumbing.com HONORABLE MENTION (TIE): Tom’s Plumbing 817-460-3221 tomsplumbinginc.com HONORABLE MENTION (TIE): Charlie’s Plumbing 817-465-6902 charliesplumbingsvc.com

Electric Company WINNER: Enoch Electric 4500 McCart Ave., Fort Worth 817-953-3181 http://enochelectric.com HONORABLE MENTION: Fox Electric 1104 Colorado Lane 817-461-2571 foxelectric.com

Auto Repair WINNER: Service Pros Auto Center 5611 S. Cooper St. 817-465-7767 service-pros.com HONORABLE MENTION (TIE): McGaw’s Automotive 2113 Roosevelt Drive 817-277-8145 mcgawsautomotive.com HONORABLE MENTION (TIE): Chambers Automotive 716 Secretary Drive 817-274-0469 facebook.com/Chambers-AutomotiveLLC-165409820152044/

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Interior Designer

Winner: Designs by Lisa 817-235-7077 • facebook.com/Designs-By-Lisa-192547380953856/

arning its second straight All Star nod from our readers, Designs by Lisa offers real estate staging and interior design services to residential and commercial clients, realtors and home builders. Owner Lisa Fitzgerald says she loves to craft designs that meet clients’ needs and desires. “I’m passionate about interior design and helping my clients achieve their custom design look,” she says. Offering discounted prices on furniture, accessories, lighting, carpet, tile, wood granite, quartz and various other textiles, Designs by Lisa provides affordable services, which helps clients save money while maintaining their budget. “My style is transitional; however, when working with my clients, my goal is to meet their design style,” says Fitzgerald, who has a simple philosophy she learned from someone who is considered to be very wise, even thousands of years after his passing: “Choose a job you love and you will never have to work a day in your life.” – Confucius.

Flooring Store

Winner: Hilton’s Flooring 2800 W. Division St. • 817-461-5189 • hiltonsflooring.com

or the third year in a row, our readers have selected Hilton’s Flooring as an All Star winner. The premier floor covering showplace in Arlington, Hilton’s Flooring is the ideal one-stop showroom for practically any floor-covering need. Hilton’s Vice President of Sales, Kateri Dodson, says the company is devoted to providing the best and largest selection of carpet, hardwood, laminate vinyl and tile in a friendly, comfortable and helpful atmosphere. “We offer the largest selection of floor covering in the Tarrant County area,” she says. “We also have design professionals on premise, complimentary in-home design consultation, free in-home measuring and estimates, and installation.” Hilton’s offers most name brands of flooring. HONORABLE MENTION (TIE): DFW Flooring Warehouse 2901 W. Pioneer Pkwy. • 817-345-6321 • dallasfortworthflooring.com HONORABLE MENTION (TIE): All Pro Flooring 7201 S. Cooper St., #121 • 682-367-1740 • allprofloorstx.com/shop

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Home Builder

Winner: SWBC Mortgage

WINNER: Mansfield Custom Homes

1281 W. Green Oaks Blvd., #119 • 817-795-0031 • swbcmortgage.com

1848 Lone Star Road, #308, Mansfield • 682-208-1576 • mchtexas.com

WBC Mortgage has always focused its emphasis on meeting its clients’ needs. Many of those clients have responded in kind, naming the 11-year-old business their favorite mortgage provider. SWBC’s Mary Dietz notes that financing a home can be complicated, and most people have a hard time finding a lender they can trust. “Together, we explore their options and help them find a home loan they’ll feel great about,” she says. This client-first service extends to veterans and other individuals through participation in a number of programs that provide Down Payment Assistance in various cities in North Texas and across the state of Texas. Recently, Susan T. Stewart, CEO of SWBC Mortgage, was nominated to serve as the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) Vice Chairman for the 2019 membership year. “This is recognition of her leadership and ongoing contributions to both the mortgage industry and SWBC Mortgage, as we continue to provide the ‘happiest way home’ for all of our clients across Texas and the country,” Dietz says. HONORABLE MENTION: Home Team Mortgage 1201 W. Green Oaks Blvd. • 817-654-8501 • yhtm.com

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ansfield Custom Homes has a motto that notes that it “builds dreams from the ground up.” Where our readers are concerned (those who are the company’s customers, anyway), those dreams seem to have a solid foundation, as the popular and successful builder has been awarded its third straight All Star award. “Mansfield Custom Homes is truly a custom builder,” says Julie Short, the real estate specialist at the company. “Start with your dream, and the MCH team will make it your address.” Short says she and her team led by owner Stony Short will work with each customer during every step of the process. The design team helps you choose stylish finishes, the real estate team helps find the ideal location, and the construction team does the rest. You? You get to live your dream – or, at least, live in your dream home. HONORABLE MENTION (TIE): Babek Custom Homes 4109 Lorraine Drive • 817-572-6434 • babekcustomhomesinc.com HONORABLE MENTION (TIE): Boyd Custom Homes 7005 Winthorp Drive • 469-586-8822 • boydluxuryhomes.com

Roofing Company

Winner: RJ Construction

Honorable Mention: Joe Hall Roofing

2640 W. Pioneer Pkwy. • 817-405-4301 • rj-construction.com

1925 W. Pioneer Pkwy. • 817-756-8472 • joehallroofing.com

hough his initials define the company he owns, RJ Construction’s Robert Jordan is quick to share a second consecutive All Star award with the team that helped earn it. “I first want to say, ‘thank you’ to those who voted for us,” he says. “It’s a testimony to my staff, who go above and beyond each and every day. My staff truly deserves this recognition. We are #teamRJ for a reason. TEAM stands for Together Everyone Achieves More.” That team includes Clifford, Jordan’s dog, who appears with him in almost all the company marketing, which, with word of mouth, has made RJ Construction one of the prominent construction companies in North Texas. In its 11th year in business, RJ Construction has been built on the trust of the citizens of Arlington, Pantego and Dalworthington Gardens. “Our simple philosophy to gain that trust, call people back, show up when you say, and admit when you’re wrong,” Jordan says. Jordan, who started the company from the back of his truck, now has a Pantego office that services all of Tarrant County and some spots beyond.

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f you’re thinking, “wait a minute, I think I recall Joe Hall Roofing being an all Star the past two years,” you are absolutely correct. So is this: The Hall name has been associated with quality roofing in North Texas and the Dallas-Fort Worth area for some three decades. Joe Hall, the family and business patriarch, started Joe Hall Roofing in 1989. He eventually sold the company to son Brett, who has continued a tradition of honesty and integrity – and of crafting quality roofs throughout the area. “Our name and the quality of our work are backed by five generations of Hall family members, all of whom have been builders and contractors,” Brett says. “Our longevity in this industry and continuous growth is the product of our commitment to our customers and our passion for the business.” The company offers all manner of roofing options, including asphalt shingles, tile and slate, metal, standing seam and coated metal, wood shingles and alternative wood. It carries name brands in all categories to ensure customers find the right roof for their needs and desires.

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Winner: Viridian Office: 3104 N. Collins, Unit 7 • 817-200-6543 • viridiandfw.com

iridian is not only a picturesque, master-planned community that features a vast array of amenities for its residents – it’s our readers’ choice as the best new home development in the Arlington area. Teeming with wildlife, Viridian boasts a 2,000-acre master plan that includes five major lakes, 500 acres of open space and an additional 500 acres of lakes, rivers, streams and wetlands. Homes there are just steps away from a thriving town square with retail, business and medical offices as well as endless amenities for active lifestyles. As part of the Hurst-Euless-Bedford ISD, Viridian Elementary School is part of a school district recognized for its superior curriculum, low teacher-student ratios, and a singular focus on instructional spending. With miles of nature trails connecting to the River Legacy Park and the Living Science Center, Viridian is unlike anywhere else in the Metroplex. To wit ... “Viridian was the first Audobon International Gold Signature Standard community in Texas,” says Robert Kembel, general manager at Viridian, a project of the Johnson Development Group. The natural habitat – and all its inhabitants – help make Viridian an open door to fun and relaxation for the entire family. From Community Supported

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Agriculture programs that provide farm-fresh produce to purchase to excursions to dig for dinosaur “bones” at Fossil Park, there is always something to do for the entire family – and new amenities are routinely added. For example, the Viridian Lake Club is an exciting, 6-acre peninsula overlooking Lake Viridian, making it one of the focal points of fun in the community. It features five pools, a pavilion, and a small amphitheater. With 850 acres of open space and lakes and a 150-acre wooded area to explore, interacting with neighbors and nature is simple. Other features include catch-and-release fishing, sailing, bird watching, meeting neighbors for bridge or poker, canoeing on Lake Viridian, letting Rover romp at Arrowhead Park, enjoying a girls’ night out at the Women’s Wine Down, or jogging or cycling along miles of pathways that connect with existing River Legacy trails. Another perk: Viridian has alleys and tree-canopied streets amidst ample natural outdoor amenities, which spur residents to explore, interact with neighbors and enjoy their neighborhood. HONORABLE MENTION: South Pointe Off U.S. 287 and State Hwy. 360, Mansfield • southpointemansfield.info

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Winner: Linda Magazzine, Michael Cunningham, MC Group

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eaders of a team known as The MC Group, Linda Magazzine and Michael Cunningham are both multiple-time All Stars. Magazzine has been a real estate professional for 39 years, the past 17 of which have been associated with Ebby Halliday REALTORS ®. She has been Ebby Halliday’s Top Individual or Group Producer for the Arlington office since 2002. She also ranked in the top five nationwide from 1989 to 2003. “My professional philosophy is this: To give real service, you must add something which cannot be bought or measured with money, and that is sincerity and integrity,” she says. Cunningham has more than 20 years experience with Ebby Halliday, using a two-pronged approach to success: know the customer and know the market. “As a top producer with Ebby Halliday REALTORS ®, I have consistently delivered results and achieved client goals while successfully creating, coordinating and implementing strategic marketing and sales programs,” Cunningham says. “My first priority is to ensure the success of your investment.”

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arolyn Casselberry is making her All Star debut this year. Her team, the Casselberry/Heugatter Group, is also part of the Ebby Halliday, REALTORS® Arlington office. “I was delighted but not surprised [to learn of Ebby Halliday’s strong showing in the All Star voting],” she says. “Ebby has previously won this prestigious award and is a name that has been renowned in the real estate industry for many years.” Casselberry says Ebby Halliday is strong on education and agents have continuous training. “Ebby Halliday prides itself in having the most knowledgeable and professional agents in the business, also enjoying a huge relocation base,” she says.” The Casselberry/Heugatter Group is constantly striving to produce increased benefits and assistance to its buyers and sellers. “With our ever-changing society,” she says, “we realize that the buying and selling process is becoming more complex. Our job is to make this experience satisfying, comfortable and as stress-free as possible. Our desire is to accomplish this goal in a way that results in having our clients come back to us again and again, as well as referring their friends and family to us with assurance. We have been gratified to be able to accomplish this for many years.”

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Winner: Ebby Halliday REALTORS ® 1201 W. Green Oaks Blvd. • 817-654-3737 • 1600 Hwy. 287 N, Suite 100, Mansfield • 682-422-0333 • ebby.com

bby Halliday, REALTORS® has been selling homes in North Texas for more than 70 years and is, today, a household name. For the past three of those years, the venerable real estate company has been tabbed by our readers as an All Star. The company specializes in luxurious accomodations and is known nationwide for its expertise in helping clients buy and sell dream homes. Arlington & Mansfield Branch Office Manager Suzann Berry McCabe says the third straight All Star award underscores the bond the company has with its community. “I was thrilled to hear that Ebby Halliday, REALTORS was selected the All Star real estate company because members of our community voted for this,” says McCabe. “Ebby Halliday realtors take pride in the level of service and professionalism we provide, so this is exciting news.” The Ebby Halliday inventory in 1945 consisted of some 52 houses built on the old Walnut Hill Golf Course in North Dallas. The successful marketing of these hard-to-sell homes provided the springboard for the steady growth that wrought Ebby Halliday as we know it today. By 1958, the company had sales of approximately $12 million, an impressive number, given the median home price at the time was around $24,000. Today, Ebby Halliday, REALTORS is the

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largest independent real estate company in Texas and has 31 offices covering 12,000 square miles of North Texas. Ebby Halliday’s first Arlington office opened in 1977. Due to growth, the office has moved twice since then to its current location in west Arlington. The Arlington office further expanded in 2010 when the Ebby Mansfield office opened. McCabe says the company’s rise to prominence has been a remarkable story that continues to have new chapters added regularly. “Founded as a onewoman, one-office firm, Ebby Halliday, REALTORS has grown to become one of the nation’s foremost full-service real estate companies,” she says. “Our name is synonymous with providing clients the highest level of service, local expertise and resources – all delivered by knowledgeable agents using the mostinnovative technologies.” In June, the company joined forces with HomeServices of America, the country’s largest residential real estate brokerage. “HomeServices, an affiliate of Berkshire Hathaway, aligns seamlessly with our high standards of service, integrity and dedication to clients,” McCabe says. HONORABLE MENTION (TIE): Keller Williams Arlington 1301 S. Bowen Road, Suite 125 • 817-795-2500 • arlingtondfw.com

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Winner: Canales Furniture

500 E. Front St., Suite 120 • 817-543-0000 • cearnalco.com

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or the second straight year, CearnalCo Real Estate has been voted to our readers’ choice All Star team. The company was founded by Spencer and Amy Cearnal in January 2014 to help agents maximize their professional potential and to help clients foster wealth creation through property ownership. “We’re about improving lives,” Amy says. “Where you live is such a big part of our clients’ lives that really impacts life in general. We want to make sure that transition from home to home is a life improvement. Our team is passionate, trained and ready to work.” CearnalCo focuses on the local residential market through existing home sales and new construction. Most clients are making in-town moves to accommodate their lifestyle. “We love Arlington and are committed to keeping it great,” Amy says. “Our friends and clients come to us for referrals, information and any local issue that they’re having, since we just might know of someone who could help.” Amy says she and Spencer welcome enthusiastic and driven Realtors® to their team. Call the number listed above.

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irst-time All Star Canales Furniture consistently updates its inventory. This means customers will always find new treasures to make their homes unique. Canales Furniture’s showrooms are filled with quality furniture for every need: bedroom, dining room, living room, entertainment, youth, accent, home office and mattress. Customers will also find accessories to add that finishing touch, including lamps, clocks, artwork and more. If you’re looking for a new sofa or loveseat set, home office furniture, the perfect china cabinet for your dining room, master bedroom furniture, or anything else for your home, you’ll find it at Canales Furniture. Canales Furniture was established in August 2003 and now operates nine stores and one distribution center in the DFW area. The company’s mission is to provide the best selection of high-quality furniture at affordable prices for its current and future customers. The Arlington store offers a diverse selection of quality, stylish and valuable casual and formal options, and it guarantees its low prices.

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Winner: Comet Cleaners

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t won’t be long until Derrick Kinney runs out of space in his office for All Star Winner plaques – this is the fourth year in a row that the owner of Derrick Kinney & Associates has been tabbed by our readers as best at what he does: financial planning. But, then, Kinney and his team have a proven track record of helping clients understand the complexities of growing and preserving wealth, and developing strategies that can help them thrive. The key to that success, Kinney says, is in building relationships. “The Derrick Kinney & Associates Team cares about people and families and what is important to them – personally and financially,” he says. “Everything we do is about helping clients reach their unique goals. They’ve worked hard to earn it. We’re here to walk alongside them through all of life’s key moments and help them avoid the financial blind spots that can knock them off track. Our team works hard to provide a great client experience. And yes, we are accepting new clients!” HONORABLE MENTION: Gene Tennison, Edward Jones 4110 W I-20, Suite 200 • 817-561-0332 • facebook.com/EJAdvisorGeneTennison

consistent All Star winner, Comet Cleaners has locations all over the country – and, even, outside it. Locally, you can find a Comet Cleaners in seven locales. And, if you look in the history files, you’ll also find that the precurser to Comet Cleaners started in Arlington in 1924. The original business began after R.L. “Jack” Godfrey left home in 1920 to go work in a tailor’s shop and then decided to open his own dry cleaning company four years later. Now, nearly a century later, Comet Cleaners operates more than 185 locations internationally, but it’s the lucky seven in our area that consistently live up to the legacy of service and quality Godfrey established during the company’s genesis – and thus earned our readers’ love. HONORABLE MENTION (TIE): Bond Cleaners

1644 W. Randol Mill Road. • 817-277-1049 • 138 S. Bowen, Suite 100 • 817-277-0121 bondcleaners.com

HONORABLE MENTION (TIE): Oaks Cleaners 1122 N. Fielder Road • 817-274-8729 • oakscleaners.com

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Winner: Don Davis Auto Group 1901 N. Collins (Dodge, Chrysler, Jeep, Ram) • 877-377-6801 • 633 N. Hwy. 360 (Ford, Lincoln) • 877-424-2942 • 1320 E. I-20 (Nisssan) • 877-379-3670 dondavisautogroup.com

on Davis Auto Group winning an All Star award is becoming a tradition – this is the fourth straight year the company has been named our readers’ favorite auto dealership. “Don Davis Auto Group is grateful for the confidence our Arlington customers have in our company,” says company President Robert Howard. “It is most appreciated.” There are a plethora of reasons for the company’s popularity. For starters, Don Davis Auto Group has been in Arlington for nearly four decades, offering quality cars of many makes and models, including Dodge, Chrysler, Jeep, Ram, Ford, Lincoln and Nissan. In addition, the dealership has long been recognized for its commitment to excellent customer service – regardless of the vehicle that buyers drive out of the lot. In addition to selling new cars, Don Davis Auto Group offers a wide selection of pre-owned vehicles at each location. Then, there’s the company’s annual event – to meet the needs of local would-be car buyers, Don Davis Auto Group holds a yearly “Garage Sale” that has been a dealership staple for 29 years in a row. It is the company’s biggest promotional event of the year.

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As if all that pertains to automobiles weren’t enough, the dealership is also active in the community as a long-time supporter of WFAA Channel 8’s popular Santa’s Helpers Toy Drive. It holds an annual “Drive-through” each year, which has contributed thousands of toys distributed through Mission Arlington during Christmas season. To give you one final idea why Don Davis Auto Group is the readers’ choice for an automobile dealership, consider the glowing reviews that routinely are submitted by satisfied customers, such as this one: “My sales guy was not only extremely helpful, but he truly seemed to be as excited about my Jeep as I was. Whenever a question came up that he couldn’t answer, there was no shortage of help from any one of the other guys in the showroom. The experience then extended to the parts and service department where they beat the prices for products and service elsewhere, and covered the parts under my Mopar warranty.” HONORABLE MENTION: Classic Buick 1400 E.. I-20 Hwy. • 817-385-6156 • classicarlington.com

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Winner: Texas Insurance Agency

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HONORABLE MENTION: Sewell Cadillac of Dallas 7310 Lemmon Ave. • 214-350-2000 • sewell.com

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ark Place Motorcars Arlington earned its second All Star berth this year, largely because it treats the needs of each individual customer with paramount concern. Park Place’s experienced and friendly team knows that its customers have high expectations and enjoys the challenge of meeting and exceeding those standards each time a customer pulls into the parking lot to consider a luxury car purchase. The sales staff is eager to share its knowledge and enthusiasm with customers, and it encourages customers to browse Park Place’s online inventory, schedule a test drive and investigate financing options. If you don’t see a particular vehicle, click on CarFinder.com and complete the form. A Park Place representative will gladly inform you when a matching car arrives.

s evidenced by its third straight win in the Insurance Agent category, Texas Insurance Agency is known throughout the region for providing quality homeowners, auto, life and commercial insurance. Owner John Parker started the company in 2001, and it has grown steadily year after year. Texas Insurance Agency represents some of the best-known carriers, including Allstate, Hartford, Progressive, Safeco and Travelers. Parker says his company operates on a simple principle: providing great service and doing what is best for the client. “These principles have been emphasized from day one and continue to be our focus on a daily basis,” he says. “We truly care about our clients and about their businesses. They see this and really come to trust our services.”

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Winner: Al Clark State Farm 2452 W. Interstate 20 • 817-330-8061 • alclark.net

l Clark is making his second appearance on our Readers’ Choice All Star team. The local State Farm agent has been helping Arlington area customers with their insurance needs since 1979. He says he is gratified to be honored because it reflects the personal bond he has enjoyed with his local clients. “It is special to be recognized by our customers and the community,” he says. “Our team at Al Clark Agency was especially excited to know that our passion for helping customers has been noticed.” Clark says the Al Clark State Farm Agency has always been an active financial sponsor of the community, with special emphasis on programs that help to make a difference in the future of our children. “Over the years we have proudly supported The Boys and Girls Clubs, YMCA, Big Brothers/Big Sisters, The Salvation Army, Rotary Scholarship programs, UTA Nursing Program and various public school PTAs, school events and sports programs. We are passionate about what we have and continue to accomplish each year as members of State Farm’s Chairman’s Circle, Lifetime President’s Club and Ambassador Club for State Farm. Helping our customers get to a better state with our attention to their needs is our goal each and every day.

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Clark arrived in in Arlington September of 1979 to begin building his Insurance and financial services State Farm agency. “We started at ‘zero,’ and over these almost 39 years we have built the most award-winning State Farm agency in the United States,” he says. “Before State Farm, I was a business entrepreneur and a PhD educator working with students in public schools. The combination has been very beneficial in helping my customers and my employees. My wife, Shalyn Clark, has her own award-winning State Farm agency in Hurst. There are over 19,000 State Farm agencies in the United States, and our peers refer to us at State Farm meetings as the ‘King and Queen of State Farm.’” Clark says he and his fellow agency members remain positive as they look toward the future and see that education and growth is our solution to a better tomorrow. Each day the team at Al Clark State Farm is focused on making a positive difference and providing remarkable service to customers. “We enjoy what we do and we are honored to be in a position to help people,” he says. “I plan to personally stay actively engaged with our customers and am happy to help in any way needed. Our goal is to be a tool in making a difference in the lives of people. Thank you for this recognition. I enjoy being a part of my community and building relationships in our Metroplex.”

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Honorable Mention: Classic Family Agency, Allstate

Winner: Parker & Richardson

1001 N.E. Green Oaks Blvd., Ste 171 • 817-468-3066 • allstateagencies.com/AO57990

50 E. Broad St., Mansfield • 817-226-6100 • parkercpas.com

aking its All Star debut, Classic Family Agency, Inc, is an awardwinning insurance agency owned by Michelle and Tom Grothouse. Prior to opening the agency in 2010, Michelle was a top agent in another Allstate agency, while Tom was an Allstate regional office division manager with 23 years of service. The agency provides consistently outstanding personalized care as the team helps customers protect what is important in their world. “Our agency is relaxed and kid-friendly with a play area,” Michelle says. “We hope our friends in the Arlington area will visit frequently and enjoy refreshments and our engaging décor, which includes sports, automotive and Allstate memorabilia.” Classic Family Agency sponsors and participates in collector car shows that benefit special needs children, families in crisis, and brave protectors such as veterans and police. “We are classic car collectors and members of many clubs, including Mad Dogs, North Texas Mustang Club, the Shelby Cobra Association of Texas and more,” Michelle says.

ur readers clearly appreciate the Certified Public Accountant team at Parker & Richardson – this is the fourth straight year they’ve voted the Mansfield-based company to the All Star team. Founder John Parker says the key to that bond is his team’s dedication to serving clients. “Over the years, Parker & Richardson has evolved into a boutique practice that specializes in catering to the distinct needs of our business owners,” he says. “We provide great service and do what is best for the client. These principles have been emphasized from day one and continue to be our focus on a daily basis.” Whether you need tax planning, tax return preparation, strategic or transactional consulting, small business consulting, business valuation, state and local tax assistance, or a full complement of other individualized services, Parker & Richardson responds effectively and efficiently to your needs. “We have several clients that have us handle all facets of their accounting needs,” says Parker. “My goal is to gain an understanding of the client, so we can help him/her to succeed.”

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Honorable Mention: PSK LLP 3001 Medlin Drive, Suite 100 • 817-664-3000 • pskcpa.com

irst-time Arlington Area All Star PSK LLP is a CPA firm with more than five decades of experience working alongside its clients to ensure long-term financial success. PSK began more than 50 years ago in 1964 in the then young and growing community of Arlington. Today, PSK is one of the largest firms in Arlington and has many clients throughout the Metroplex and the United States. Uniquely offering comprehensive services for individuals, businesses and nonprofits, plus payroll services through Payroll Partners, PSK LLP is a one-stop shop for accomplishing financial goals. Partners at the firm include Bryan Baughman, Marie Bosillo, Casey Campbell, Kathy Howlett and Rodney Smith, who lead a team of more than 50 team members going the extra mile for their clients. To wit, this testimonial from one of the many satisfied clients who have turned to the company for accounting/financial guidance: “PSK LLP has served my company for almost 30 years. The firm not only handles our accounting needs, but it also continually imparts sound business

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and financial guidance. The firm is a reliable steward for my company, and I recommend it.” PSK LLP offers the gamut of CPA/financial guidance services for individual clients, and its expertise in corporate tax preparation has made the company one of the leading accounting firms in the region. On the industrial end, the company provides comprehensive services for the following fields: • Transportation • Professional services • Non profits • Manufacturing • Investor groups • Health care • Family owned businesses • Employee benefit plans • Construction • Churches PSK puts its people first so they can better serve their clients. The partners and team members value relationships that go beyond the customary accountant/client engagement because they enjoy helping friends and treat each responsibility in that manner – as friends helping friends.

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hris Harris & Associates, PC, Fee Office for Alamo Title Company, and its predecessors, have been providing the Dallas Fort Worth Metroplex with Title and Escrow Services from its Arlington location for more than 40 years. Under the leadership of current President David L. Cook, Chris Harris & Associates, PC expanded into Mansfield two years ago to better serve the rapidly growing communities in its southern market. The company is obviously serving them well, as it has been named a readers’ choice All Star. “We have been working very hard this past year trying to exceed our level of service while adding new staff to keep up with the growing needs of our clients,” says Daryle Perez, director of business development for the company. “The All Star designation made evident the current course we are on is working well for us and the clients we serve.” Perez says the business was built on the values instilled by prior leaders, the late State Senator Chris Harris and his father, Jack E. Harris, “where the importance of serving people to the best of our ability and creating lasting relationships with our clients has been firmly planted in our foundation and core values.”

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second-time All Star, Old Republic Title provides title insurance policies and settlement services to individual customers. The company’s products and services protect customers from financial loss and hardship related to unknkown judgments and liens, forged transfers, inconsistencies within a property’s title or misapplication of fiduciary funds. Old Republic Title delivers exceptional service from the beginning to the end of a transaction. At each stage of the process, highly skilled experienced experts will assist clients – assuring prompt delivery of the company’s products and services. Old Republic Title recruits and hires individuals with the knowledge, ability, skills and experience in the title industry. Since 1992, no other title insurer has had higher overall ratings than Old Republic Title. Its unequaled ratings indicate secure claims-paying ability and high financial stability. HONORABLE MENTION (TIE): Independence Title Company 1205 W. Green Oaks Blvd., Suite A • 682-478-0001 • independencetitle.com

Family Law Attorney

Winner: Karen Schroeder

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550 N. Walnut Creek, #110, Mansfield • 817-842-0220 • KarenSchroederLaw.com

3216 W. Arkansas Lane • 817-572-9900 • arlingtondivorces.com

irst-time All Star Karen Schroeder is a fourth-generation Texan and a hometown girl who grew up in Arlington, graduated from Arlington High School in 1985 and continues to reside here with her family. She opened her solo practice in Mansfield in 2009 after almost 15 years serving as in-house counsel for multiple corporations, and as an Assistant District Attorney. Her law firm specializes in wills and trusts (including gun trusts), elder law and guardianships, asset and wealth protection and probate. Licensed as a Texas attorney since 1994, Schroeder has built a reputation as a problem-solver who serves clients’ needs with legal professionalism and a commitment to individualized attention. “I believe in long-term partnerships and building relationships in the community I still live in and love,” she says. “I strive to gain my clients’ trust, one case at a time. My passion is educating clients and the public on estate planning options with a goal of equipping them with the legal tools necessary to avoid costly and time-consuming probate.” Schroeder and her husband Brian have two children: son Alex, a collegian at Texas A&M, and daughter Jessica, a student at Martin High.

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onna J. Smiedt is the founding and managing partner of the Family Law Firm of Donna J. Smiedt, PLLC. A first-time All Star, she has been practicing for more than 30 years, all of which have been devoted to the practice of family law. Smiedt became board certified in family law in 1991 and has maintained her board certification since then. Smiedt has twice been named as a Texas Super Lawyer by her peers, something only five percent of Texas lawyers have achieved. Smiedt and her fellow attorney at the firm, Desaray R. Muma, not only have years of experience helping family members address legal issues; they also have a place in their heart for four-legged friends. Smiedt has served for seven years on the Board of the Arlington Animal Shelter, two of those years as the Chairwoman. “My firm and I are dedicated to helping the animals of Arlington, and our office is dog friendly, with ‘divorce therapy dogs,’ who work there full-time,” Smiedt says. She also has served on the Arlington Bar Association Board of Directors for many years, and held the office of President.

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HOME LIFE Litigation / Business Attorney

Winner: Jim Ross 2221 E. Lamar Blvd., Suite 800 • 817-275-4100 • jimrosslaw.com

im Ross, who founded Jim Ross Law Group, PC, 11 years ago, has been named an All Star attorney for the third year in a row. Ross is a former Marine, Texas police officer and Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) task force officer who supervised local offices for some of the country’s more prestigious law firms before opening his own practice in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Ross’ professional experience led him to partner with famed environmental activist Erin Brockovich and prosecute various environmental cases throughout the country. In 2007, he left the big firm life to pursue his own practice. With a focus on litigation, Ross decided not to limit his practice to a partiuclar area but to provide a firm that can handle a variety of his clients’ legal matters. Those clients have responded in-kind and have been the driving force behind the significant growth of the firm. The Jim Ross Law Group is a general practice litigation firm that handles cases involving personal injury, family law, civil and business litigation, criminal defense and probate matters. The firm operates on the philosophy that all people deserve representation.

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“It’s the Texas way and part of the American spirit,” Ross says. “It’s often said that ‘no man is above the law.’ In America, that’s the truth. At our law firm, we represent people from many situations and walks of life.” Ross says straight talk is the foundation of his practice. “Sometimes this isn’t easy to do, and the news isn’t always good,” he says. “However, we firmly believe that our clients deserve the truth and to have unyielding support from a tough legal team that delivers on its promises.” Attorneys at Jim Ross Law realize that each case is unique. “We also know that what is right for others may not be right for you,” Ross says. “We will tailor a legal strategy to your needs, combining the legal tools that are right for you. We’ll never force you to settle. That will always be your decision. But we will do everything possible to make settlement a real option – one that is favorable to you.” In the past year, Ross added another bullet point to his resume, becoming co-owner of Mercury Chop House, located a floor above his law office and providing one of the better views of Arlington to patrons hungry for a great lunch or dinner. It didn’t take long for that venture to mirror the success of his law career, as Mercury Chop House not only became a favorite local eatery; it, too, was named to the 2018 All Star team by our readers.

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tephanie Foster Gilbert makes her All Star debut this year, thanks to readers/clients who appreciate her compassion and persistence while dealing with one of the more important legal decisions a person can make: divorce. “One option is traditional courtroom litigation. Another option is collaborative law divorce,” she says. “Althought I am prepared to be the warrior in your courtroom battle as I have been in thousands of Tarrant County divorce cases over the past 26 years, my preference is to be the peacemaker in your interest-based negotiations through the dignified, private, child-protecting process known as collaborative law divorce, which involves no court.” Gilbert believes the collaborative law processis a powerful way to generate creative solutions in family law disputes while minimizing financial and emotional damage to families facing divorce. She also promotes the post-divorce psychological and financial health of the restructured family.

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arris Cook, LLP, finds itself in the All Star winner’s circle for the third straight year. The law firm, which has offices in both Arlington and Mansfield, offers clients a wealth of expertise when they have to deal with legal issues. Principal David L. Cook says that because Harris Cook has a variety of practice areas to offer clients, the office can handle multiple legal issues for the same client. That versatility, plus the firm’s experience in successfuly helping clients reach optimal legal resolutions, has earned the trust of clients and the respect of fellow litigators. “We strive to maintain a reputation with clients, attorneys and courts for professionalism and proficiency and seek to aggressively advocate for all of our clients to create individualized, fair and functional solutions,” says Cook. The firm recently said goodbye to attorney Kimberly Fitzpatrick, who left to accept a judgeship, and it welcomed Rachel Wright, who comes from a family of public servants.

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HOME LIFE Bank

Winner: Worthington National Bank 200 W. Main St. • 817-303-5900 • worthingtonbank.com

orthington National Bank is a two-time All Star that formally opened for business in 2002. It is a locally owned and operated, independent, and modern-day community bank that believes in doing business the old fashioned way. It is the only national bank that is chartered and headquartered in Arlington. “Our bank has grown from a dream and vision with its initial Arlington location and $8 million in assets to a Tarrant County-wide presence with $230 million in assets, four banking center locations and 50-plus employees,” says Michael Jarrett, president of the Arlington Market at Worthington National Bank. “Worthington National Bank provides a full array of deposit and lending services for commercial businesses and consumers.” Commercial lending products include loans for working capital, expansion needs, equipment purchases, real estate acquisition and development. For consumers the bank also offers a variety of products, including vehicle loans, home improvement loans, home equity loans, single family interim construction loans and a full-service residential mortgage department to assist with home purchases or refinances. “In addition to our lending services,” Jarrett says, “the bank provides mobile banking, online banking services, ATM services, cash

management services and remote deposit capabilities for our commercial customers, to name just a few of our many services.” Greg Morse is Worthington National Bank’s CEO and founder. In addition to Jarrett, other officers are Mike Lewis (senior vice president for Commercial Lending) and Gena Attebery (lobby services manager). Together these four individuals have over 140 years banking experience, and the other employees – 12 in the Arlington office – have strong banking backgrounds, as well. “Bottom line,” says Jarrett, “we know what we are doing, and Worthington Bank brings that wealth of experience and desire to make a difference in our community every single day.” The bank’s professional philosophy is that “We are a modern-day bank that believes in doing business the old fashioned way. We believe in relationship banking. We believe it’s our responsibility to know our customers. Every person that comes through our door is a real person, not just a name and number.” HONORABLE MENTION: Frost Bank 1881 Ballpark Way • 3801 Matlock Road • 5500 W. Arkansas Lane, Suite A 5901 S. Cooper St. • frostbank.com

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Winner: Texas Trust 700 W. Bardin Road • 1300 S. Bowen Road • 204 Hollandale Circle • 4351 Little Road • 2501 E. Pioneer Pkwy. • 510 S. Center St. • texastrustcu.org

f you’re having trouble finding a local Texas Trust Credit Union, then you just haven’t been looking hard enough. With offices spaced throughout the area, Texas Trust Credit represents a convenient, friendly financial institution that was created for one purpose: to help its customers build brighter futures. It’s obviously doing that job well - Texas Trust has earned its third consecutive All Star nod from our readers. “We were honored to receive this outstanding recognition from our community,” says Toni Nichols, public relations specialist for the local offices. “We are always striving to provide our Arlington neighbors with the best products and great service, and this is proof that we are achieving that goal.” Nichols says Texas Trust Credit Union has a commitment to its members and neighbors in Arlington. “It’s more than just having the largest number of branches of any credit union in town,” she says. “We are in tune with the pulse of the city: We are a proud sponsor of the Downtown Arlington Management Corporation, we are the official credit union of the University of Texas at Arlington athletics, and our Community Unity team is involved with various community service efforts year after year, giving back directly to Arlington. We also have our Spirit Debit Rewards program, where a portion of a swipe with a Spirit Rewards debit card allows us to give money to our area

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students and school districts.” This past school year, Texas Trust awarded $4,000 scholarships to a pair of students in each the Arlington Independent School District and the Mansfield ISD, showing, again, its emphasis on education. Texas Trust’s journey in Arlington started in 1990, when it opened the first Arlington branch in East Arlington, on Arkansas. “Since then,” Nichols says, “we have branched out into six branches in total throughout Arlington, hitting the north, south, east and west regions of the city. The ultimate stamp of our Arlington connection was when we officially opened the Texas Trust Headquarters in 2017. We are proud of our roots here and will continue to be a major part of the community.” As solid as “today” is for the local credit union, its “tomorrow” appears to be in good stead, also. “Our mission at Texas Trust is to build brighter financial futures,” Nichols says. “We are committed to fulfilling this mission in Arlington by continuing to offer the best financial services around, while remaining an active participant in the community.” HONORABLE MENTION: EECU 2212 Southgate St. • 817-882-0800 • ecu.org/locations-atms/arlington/

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HOME LIFE Day Care / Preschool

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n All Star for the second straight year, Primrose Schools® is a national system of accredited private preschools that provides a premier early education and child care experience for children and their families. There are two Primrose Schools in Arlington that partner with parents to help build the right foundation for future learning and in life. The schools implement a balanced learning approach to preschool education that teams purposeful play and nurturing guidance from teachers. This time-tested approach instills a love of learning and discovery that helps your child develop and excel for years. The schools’ focus is on what will best serve the needs of children and families with an eye on innovation and advocacy for quality early education for all children. HONORABLE MENTION: Bowen Road Day School 517 S. Bowen Road • 817-275-1291 • bowenroaddayschool.com

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or nearly five decades, Country Acres Kennels has been regarded as one of the premier dog boarding and training facilities in the country. For the past three years, it has also been a readers’ choice All Star, so, obviously, area pet lovers appreciate the Arlington business. It’s a place where their animals aren’t only cared for, but indulged, and where their owners can be confident that while they’re away, the pets will, indeed, play. Country Acres has everything on-site to ensure that pets will feel loved – space, activities, large indoor and outdoor runs for dogs, and private rooms for cats. Country Acres also boards birds and exotic pets, and it is unique in the pet care world in that it provides limousine service to animal lovers who board their pets and need a ride to the airport. “We’ve built a firstclass facility where your pet will be pampered,” says owner Don Praeger. “In fact, the only downside is they may beg to come back!” HONORABLE MENTION: I-20 Animal Medical Center 5820 W. I-20 • 817-478-9238 • i20animal.com

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n Honorable Mention All Star last year, Pet Resort in the Gardens has moved into the winners’ circle in 2018. This pet-care specialist offers pet boarding, dog day care and dog bathing services. Its close association with the on-site Farrell Animal Hospital lends it expert medical and wellness services and veterinary supervision. For dogs, Pet Resort in the Gardens combines the fun and indulgences of a pet vacation with the comforts of home, all with the highest quality safety and care provided by the company’s dog boarding program. Pet owners can personalize their dog’s stay using Pet Resort’s menu of special amenities, delivered by an experienced staff. For cats, Pet Resort in the Gardens offers premium feline-friendly lodging for its cat guests. Because every cat is unique, “Kitty City” was designed to suit every visitor. Cats of all breeds, ages, and personalities feel right at home boarding with Pet Resort in the Gardens.

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two-time winner in our readers’ choice All Star poll, Ferrell Animal Hospital is one of the few hospitals in Tarrant County accredited by the American Animal Hospital Association. Farrell Animal hospital offers a variety of services, including general wellness and vaccinations, surgical procedures, advanced diagnostics, chronic pain management, and pet boarding and grooming. Dr. Jim Turner heads the team and has been with the animal hospital since 1980, even before he graduated from veterinary school. Together with a friendly staff that loves animal, Dr. Turner offers a number of programs designed to keep animals healthy. The SmartStart packages for puppies and kittens are customized by the pets’ owner and the veterinarian to provide comprehensive care for young pets, with the cost split up into manageable monthly payments. Wellness plans at Farrell Animal Hospital create an easier way to maintain your pet’s general care, also with the costs split into manageable monthly payments.

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HOME LIFE Private School

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Winner: The Oakridge School 5900 W. Pioneer Pkwy. • 817-451-4994 • theoakridgeschool.org

he Oakridge School serves more than 800 students in 15 grades from 39 cities across the Metroplex, and 15 countries. A second time All Star, The Oakridge School has small classes that allow its teachers to get to know their students on a more personal level. “When you have a school invested in a child’s whole being, it becomes more than about seeing that individual succeed in the classroom, on stage or on the athletic field,” says Jonathan Kellam, head of the school. “You want them to succeed in life.” Kellam says he and his staff are honored that the school was named an All Star. “During the course of our nearly 40-year history, we have consistently engaged with and served in our community, and as Head of School, I hope Arlington Today readers have been impacted by Oakridge in very positive and meaningful ways.” HONORABLE MENTION (TIE): Pantego Christian Academy 2201 W. Park Row • 817-460-3315 • pantego.com HONORABLE MENTION (TIE): Grace Prep 3300 Interstate 20 W. • 817-557-3399 • graceprep.org

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Place to Volunteer WINNER: Mission Arlington 210 W. South St. 817-277-6620 missionarlington.org HONORABLE MENTION: Boys & Girls Clubs of Tarrant County 608 N. Elm St. 817-275-6551 bgcarlington.org

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WINNER: First Baptist Arlington 301 S. Center St. 817-277-6353 fbca.org HONORABLE MENTION: Fielder Church 1323 W. Pioneer Pkwy. 817-459-8500 fielder.org

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Tutoring Company WINNER: Porter Tutoring 2122 W. Park Row Drive, Suite 101 817-274-7172 portertutoring.com HONORABLE MENTION (TIE): Knowledge Guides 3901 W. Green Oaks Blvd., Suite A 817-451-6200 knowledgeguides.net HONORABLE MENTION (TIE): Tutor Doctor 682-312-3451 tutordoctor.com/mansfield

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HOME LIFE Property Management

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aking his second appearance on our All Star roster, Jason Doskocil of Doskocil Properties is a premier resource for all real estate information and services in the area. Doskocil created the company in 2000 as a full-service property management and real estate office that represents buyers, sellers, landlords, owners and investors. “We are experienced in commercial and residential transactions to be a true go-to real estate company,” Doskocil says. “We do not just try to sell people something; we want to give them value by offering our advice and knowledge of things they may not have thought of. We want clients to make a solid, good investment in real estate they will be happy with. We want to earn people’s trust in the service and integrity we provide, so they will become customers for life. It’s not a hobby or a part-time job. We want our clients to leave happy and wanting more.”

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n Arlington area All Star for the second straight year, D & L Pools is a family owned and operated business that Daren and Lisa Fitzgerald have crafted into one of the more successful pool maintenance companies in the region. Daren is a Certified Pool Operator through National Swimming Pool Foundation. The company specializes in swimming pool service, resurfacing, repairs and supplies. In other words, if you have a pool, you can be confident it will remain a source of pleasure from the moment you decide to work with D & L Pools to keep it maintained and repaired, when necessary. “Our mission is providing our customers with 100-percent crystal clear quality and services,” says Daren. In addition to maintenance work, D & L Pools carries products such as Pentair, Polaris, Hayward, Pebble Tec, Pebble Sheen and many more. HONORABLE MENTION: Kelly’s Pool Care & Renovation

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Light Up Arlington featured fun for all ages.

Attendees were treated to live music.

Kids and crafts – a Light Up Arlington tradition.

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First, the shooting of the t-shirt into the crowd – followed by the mad scramble to grab said garment.

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he LOT Downtown, which stands for “Live Outdoor Theater,” opened in Mansfield in 2016. The goal of the project was to provide a space to bring the community together and contribute to the revitalization efforts of Historic Downtown Mansfield. That goal is being met! “The LOT has created a place for people, of all walks of life, to come together and enjoy the magic of live entertainment at no cost in the heart of Downtown Mansfield,” says Kat Orsak, the Executive Director of the LOT. “Every single person walks in with a smile on their face and is ready to have a good time with their friends and family.” The LOT (110 S. Main St.) has hosted benefit concerts, fundraisers, and church services and is the anchor of many Downtown-wide special events and festivals. The Damn Torpedoes – A Tribute to Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers – closed the venue’s spring concert season, but the fall schedule is already filling up. 106

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The first Movie Night under the stars will be “Paddington 2” at 8 p.m. on Sept. 1, followed by The Greatest Showman” on Oct. 26 and “Wonder” on Nov. 9. There’s also the upcoming Music Alley Music & Arts Festival, which is a day-long event on Sept. 8 hosted as a partnership between the City of Mansfield and the Mansfield Commission for the Arts. Admission to these events, as well as parking in designated areas around the venue, are free to the public. According to its website, The (LOT) stage symbolizes what brings us together as a family, as neighbors and ultimately as a community – a connection to a single idea, lit up beneath a spotlight. It creates opportunities for us to enjoy the company of otherwise strangers and forge new relationships. It teaches us how interdependent we are. “These past seasons at The LOT have given us so much opportunity to bring free entertainment to Downtown Mansfield and

has allowed us to bring many musicians that have drawn their own crowd of followers,” says Orsak, “These new people were able to visit Mansfield, eat at our restaurants, stay in our hotels and see the building excitement that is happening in our great city!” There is no shortage of choices. In addition to local restaurants, various food trucks also park around the LOT during events to serve guests. The LOT is not only a physical structure, it is also the designation for a 501(c)3 organization responsible for its funding, programs and its future. Since it is a nonprofit, the organization is always looking for volunteers – everything from ticket taker, usher, runner, clean up crew and more – to keep it running. Orsak says she is currently booking bands and creating the lineup for the LOT’s 2019 season, so keep an eye on the venue’s Facebook and Instagram accounts for upcoming events and updates. For more: thelotdowntown.com.

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ohn Phillips is president of Methodist Mansfield Medical Center. He oversees operations of a non-profit acute care hospital with more than 1,000 employees and 200 physicians. Here he talks about what the medical center has accomplished and what the future holds for the hospital. Arlington Today: How do you personally define Methodist Mansfield Medical Center? John Phillips: This year we celebrate Methodist Mansfield’s 12th year and are proud to be a part of the growing communities we serve. We love working with our neighbors, partnering with school districts, cities and other civic organizations to make the community a better place. Without our communities we serve, we have no reason to exist. Therefore, we take our relationship with our communities seriously as we work daily to live out our hospital’s mission to improve and save lives through compassionate quality healthcare. Methodist Mansfield Medical Center is a 254-bed acute care hospital offering personalized healthcare services for our community at every stage of life. Our healthcare professionals are consistently recognized nationally and locally for their excellence in healthcare. These individuals represent more than 60 specialties and are trained in some of the latest procedures in medical technology, performing innovative treatments. This includes award-winning comprehensive cardiac and stroke care, robotic-assisted surgery, 3-D mammography, orthopedics, rehabilitation and more. AT: During your tenure as president, the hospital has enjoyed some significant physical improvements, as well as a number of medical/technological achievements. What are some of the things at Methodist Mansfield Medical Center that make you most proud? JP: I am most proud of opening the Amon G. Carter Foundation Heart and Vascular Center and opening a third Cardiac CATH lab for interventional cardiology procedures. I see every day the positive impact and the hope we are giving to patients and their families. We also opened a new 118-bed tower along with four new operating rooms with a focus on minimally invasive robotic surgery, neuro surgery and trauma. Additionally, we opened our first building on our 23-acre south campus. The new professional office building located at the corner of Hospital Drive and Matlock Road will offer a variety of physician and hospital services. AT: What are some new developments in the works at the medical center? 108

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JP: New to the neonatal intensive care Level III unit is a telemedicine robot for subspecialty consultations. This robot can monitor and detect the vital signs of the tiniest of John Phillips babies and help save Photo courtesy of Methodist Mansfield Medical Center lives when time is of the essence. Security is also a top priority, and we have an enhanced monitoring and alarm system that observes babies 24/7. AT: How has the hospital evolved since you became president? JP: We’ve continued to grow and expand our services. We’ve achieved exceptional safety scores, achieved top decile performance in key quality measures to provide excellent patient care, and offer some of the latest in medical advancements and telemedicine. As the population in our service area grows, so does the need for accessible healthcare. Methodist will continue to grow along with the communities to provide quality of care. Aging populations and a growing prevalence of chronic illnesses are a few of the issues in the area. Access to fast, convenient healthcare at home, office, or on the go, is crucial. Methodist is offering several online services for optimal healthcare. MethodistNOW launched in January and allows patients with non-emergent conditions to connect with one of our physicians via text, and in most cases the patient is diagnosed and treated remotely. This is less expensive and far more convenient for the patient. Since we launched MethodistNOW, the overall “topbox” patient satisfaction scores exceed 90 percent. We also opened an outpatient diagnostic center across the street from the hospital to better serve the needs of patients and opened an urgent care off IH287. AT: Tell us about the medical team at Methodist Mansfield. JP: We are a Magnet recognized facility for excellence in nursing care and continue to be a leader in the nation. Methodist Mansfield Medical Center has some of the best employees and medical staff in the country. They put patient care first and are committed to improving the health and quality of life of the communities we serve. Many have been recognized locally and nationally for their healthcare service and innovative programs.

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rogress continues at Richard Simpson Park as the new Lake House structure has begun to take shape. The concrete building foundation is complete, along with the installation of the vertical walls. The waterline cut across Arkansas Lane is also complete. Construction on the project, which will manifest in a state-of-the-art lake house that will give lake-loving residents a new destination spot, will continue throughout the year. Last month’s work included: • Construction of the stone facade • Interior building work • Parking lot demolition and construction of a new concrete drive • Construction of a new concrete drop off at the building entrance off Arkansas Lane • Construction of a trash dumpster screen wall Phase one of park redevelopment improvements started late October 2017. The $3.5 million project, scheduled to be complete by December 2018, aligns with the Arlington City Council priority to Champion Great Neighborhoods. Construction is funded through the 2008 Bond Referendum and Arlington Tomorrow Foundation. The Lake House will feature a 1,800-square-foot community room with an adjoining covered patio overlooking Lake Arlington, making the venue a great space for private event rentals, business meetings and corporate outings. There will also be new restrooms for residents and visitors, dedicated offices for lake staff, a lounge and rental room, a warming kitchen for rental and parks activities, and a reconfigured parking lot with direct sidewalk access to the boat dock. To help Arlington residents keep tabs on the progress of all projects that were included in bond elections, the city recently launched a regular Bond Tracker segment for MyArlingtonTV (arlington-tx.gov/broadcast/). In addition to the bond election that spawned the Richard Simpson Park Lake House project, in November 2014, Arlington voters approved a five-year, $236 million dollar bond package. Projects included in that package focus on street improvements, Parks & Recreation, Fire Department facilities and City Libraries. The city offers residents an interactive Bond Tracker website, filtered map, updated stories and videos on construction projects, and complete list of the Capital Budget Planning and Project Sequencing for the 2014 Bond Program at tinyurl.com/ya7484a8.

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pain and lessen grip strength. 4. Treatment and Healing Persons with tennis elbow should seek medical assistance, particularly once the pain begins to interfere with routine activities, or if it intensifies around the elbow bone (lateral epicondyle) on the outer edge of the elbow. During the healing process, reduce inflammation by applying ice in circular motions (e.g., ice packed in a soft towel). Stretching and massages to increase blood flow may also lessen the pain, as will limiting repetitive stress to the damaged area. Additionally, wearing a doctor-prescribed counter-force brace (an elastic band that fits around the forearm below the injured tendon) can reduce discomfort and limit greater injury. Whatever the cause for tennis elbow, options are available to reduce the pain and overcome the condition. Seek advice from a healthcare professional, follow a treatment plan, and your elbow will be back to normal in no time. – James Helvey, Jr., Head Tennis Professional, Arlington Tennis Center

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isotto is a Northern Italian favorite. A short-grain, high-starch white rice is used to create this delicious creamy dish. Just like pasta, risotto can be combined with other ingredients to create any number of wonderful dishes. There are a few basic rules, though! Don’t pre-rinse the rice – all that wonderful starch helps to create the creamy consistency without actually adding cream. Keep stirring! It is a labor of love and a good arm workout. The broth that is used can be derived from synonymous meat, asta fish oris vegetables. with Italian The rice is alwayscuisine. briefly are or many toastedThere in butter olive theories as to how oil and onions before the pasta became such an boiling stock is added important part of the slowly by the ladleful. The Italian food scene. One liquid must be absorbed theory is that Marco before more stock is added. The constant stirring releases the starch into Polo introduced pasta to the Italians after a trip to China. It could even the creating and creamy texture.No Risotto should not be have datestock, further back toa smooth the Etruscan civilizations. matter, the Italians overcooked it will be mushy. The rice should have a slight in the center, embraced it,orand Ragu alla Bolognese with tagliatelle pastabite is recognized and the grains should be separate. When you ladle the cooked risotto as the national dish of Italy. On average Italians eat about 57 poundsonto of the plate it should spread just a little, then you know you have got it just right! pasta per person per year!

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MUSIC: TOTO

When: Aug. 1, 11 Where: Division Brewing (506 E. Main St.) Show times: Check website for show times Notes: A pair of multi-act concerts are on tap at Growl/Division Brewing this month. The first, on Aug. 1, features Dead Words, Uncle Spudd and After Dinosaurs. On Aug. 11, the featured acts include The Prof.Fuzz 63, Charm Bomb, ExOptimists and The Fibs. For more: divisionbrewing.com

When: Aug. 14 Where: Verizon Theatre (1001 Performance Place, Grand Prairie) Show time: 8 p.m. Notes: Few ensembles in the history of recorded music have had a larger imprint on pop culture than the members of TOTO. The band’s list of hits includes “Africa,” “Hold the Line” and “Rosanna,” each an instant charter after release. For more: verizontheatre.com

MUSIC: Concerts at Arlington Music Hall

MUSIC: American Jazz Composers Orchestra

When: Aug. 3, 4, 10, 11, 18, 23, 24, 25, 30, 31 Where: Arlington Music Hall (224 N. Center St.) Show times: 7:30 p.m. Notes: Scheduled performers/performances include Freedom: A George Michael Tribute featuring Jayden Frost (Aug. 3), After All the Hell I’ve Been Through (Aug. 4), Doug Stone (Aug. 10), John Anderson (Aug. 11), Artimus Pyle Band: A Tribute to Ronnie Van Zant’s Lynyrd Skynyrd (Aug. 18), Lorrie Morgan with opening act Jesse Keith Whitley (Aug. 23), Stevie Ray Vaughn vs. Jimi Hendrix with Texas Flood and Forever Hendrix (Aug. 24), Ana Popovic (Aug. 25), Janie Fricke with opening act Stephen Pride (Aug. 30) and TG Sheppard (Aug. 31). For more: arlingtonmusichall.net

When: Aug. 27 Where: Grease Monkey Burgers (200 N. Mesquite) Show time: 7:30 p.m. Notes: Come see, hear and experience big band jazz at its finest every fourth Monday of the month at Grease Monkey Burgers. American Jazz Composers Orchestra is composed of DFW musicians dedicated to promoting and documenting new works for large jazz ensembles created by American composers. For more: greasemonkeyburgers.com

THEATER: The Sweetest Swing in Baseball When: Aug. 10-26 Where: Theatre Arlington (305 W. Main St.) Show times: 7:30 p.m. on Thursday; 8 p.m. on Friday and Saturday; 2 p.m. on Sunday Notes: In this adult-audience comedy, troubled artist Dana Fielding goes to a mental ward and cooks up a scheme to fool her doctors by taking on the personality of baseball star Darryl Strawberry. For more: theatrearlington.org 116

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MUSIC: Boz Scaggs When: Aug. 29 Where: Verizon Theatre (1001 Performance Place, Grand Prairie) Show time: 8 p.m. Notes: Boz Scaggs, whose muscial career has spanned some six decades and whose “Silk Degrees” album produced Top 10 hits “Lido Shuffle” and “Lowdown,” will come to Grand Prairie fresh off the release of a new album. Since the ‘60s Scaggs has had five albums certified as gold or platinum and is touring following the release of a new album, “Out of the Blues.” For more: verizontheatre.com

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POSTGAME: Rangers will host three big concerts this month

he Texas Rangers will not only offer some exciting baseball this month – the club also will host a trio of postgame concerts by noted musical acts, each performing shortly after the last out is recorded on the field. Leading off will be Lonestar on Aug. 5. The country group has charted more than 20 singles on the Hot Country Songs chart, including nine that reached No. 1. Then, on Aug. 18, MercyMe will take the stage following the game. Arguably the most popular Christian music band going today, MercyMe’s hit list includes “I Can Only Imagine,” “Word of God Speak” and “Here with Me.” MercyMe, fronted by Bart Millard, has won eight Dove Awards, signifying excellence in Christian music, as well as earning mulitple Grammy nominations. In the month’s final postgame concert, Rangers fans will get to see and hear Casey Donahew. This Texas-based country singer has produced seven albums since launching his career in 2002. His 2016 album, “All Night Party,” rose to No. 3 on the U.S. country music chart. For more: mlb.com/rangers.

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Speaking of Sports

Just a game? Get ready for some fun – and a big windfall – when college football comes to town next month • By John Rhadigan

remember it like it was yesterday, the first day of the year 1982. I was doing what I always do on New Years Day, watching football. During the Sugar Bowl the network came back from a commercial break, and all you saw on the screen was a very old man staring at the camera. He had clearly spent lots of time in the sun and had the look of one of those apple core faces. After a second or two, he received some sort of off-camera cue from a producer or cameraman, and at the top of his lungs shouted, “How ‘bout dem Dawgs?” Then he proceeded to bark like a dog. A dog that had smoked a pack of cigarettes every day of its life. That football game is still considered one of the great upsets in Sugar Bowl history. Pitt, led by quarterback Dan Marino and coached by Jackie Sherrill, beat the Herschel Walker-led Georgia Bulldogs 24-20. But what I remember most about that game is that fan, that character, that Bulldog barking for the camera. Good news: that guy is coming to Arlington again this year. Well, not that particular Bulldog fan, specifically, but what he represented on that January night is headed this way. He was the personification of a college football fan. He is or was the kind of fan who would travel to see his team, he would dress in his team’s colors and he would bark on national television. Anything to show his love for his beloved Dawgs. AT&T Stadium is the venue of a professional team and home to, arguably, the most famous football team in the world. But a number of times each year it plays host to college football games and everything that comes with it. The biggest difference between college football and the pro game is passion. People care about their favorite professional football team, and the Cowboys have as loyal a fan base as any team in sports. But college football is different. I grew up in a home where the patriarch was a Notre Dame graduate. He bled blue and gold or green and gold, depending on which the Irish were wearing that day. I learned about the passion by watching my dad. He and his fighting Irish brethren would gather at tailgate parties or at each others’ homes to celebrate the Saturday religion of college football. Ten years after the Bulldog sighting I saw something equally

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as amazing and memorable. I was in Michigan preparing for the Cowboys/Lions playoff game. I had a night free, so I went to my parents’ house to watch the Orange Bowl with my dad and some of his Notre Dame buddies. One of them is very tall, and when Rocket Ismail returned a punt 92 yards late in the game my dad’s friend Tom leaped to his feet and hit his head on the beamed ceiling. He left a dent and fell to the ground in a clump. My dad never took his eyes off the TV as I tried to help his friend up. Tom resisted my efforts to help and, with his face planted in carpeting, clearly in pain, asked, “Are there any flags?” The city will welcome this I could not believe it. He might have broken next month. his neck, but all he cared about was whether or not the punt return would be called back. Happily, he was not hurt; sadly, there was a flag, and Colorado beat Notre Dame 10-9. It is this type of passion that will fill the streets of our city on Sept. 2. The LSU Tigers will be here with their raucous Death Valley dwellers to play Miami, aka “The U.” Among the fans of these two college football powerhouses will be people like the barking Bulldog, people like hit-theceiling-with-his-head-Tom, people like my dad. Photo: si.com They will invade our city and stay in our hotels and eat at our restaurants (hey, Texas Live! will be open by then) and shop at our stores. They will fill Arlington with passion. But team spirit is not all they will bring with them. They will also bring money. It is estimated at ResearchGate that major college football games can generate as much as $300 million for a host city economy. That’s something we can all get passionate about. I am not sure if the LSU mascot, a real tiger named “Mike the Tiger,” will make the trip from Baton Rouge to Arlington. But I promise you this: if you look hard enough you will find a fan, dressed in purple and gold with stripes painted on his face. If you ask him nicely, I bet he’ll shout at the top of his lungs, “How bout dem Tigers?”

Sports columnist John Rhadigan is an anchor for the Fox Sports Southwest television network.

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Your official Arlington-area guide to fun (and the like) Planetarium shows When: Aug. 1-5, 7-12, 14-19, 21-26, 28-31 Where: The Planetarium at UT Arlington (700 Planetarium Place) Time: Check website for show times In a nutshell: With a 60-foot-diameter dome and state-of-the art Digistar 5 DLP Projection system, The Planetarium at UT Arlington is one of the largest and most sophisticated in the state of Texas. The Digistar 5 system can project stars, planets, galaxies, and virtually anything else onto the dome. For more: uta.edu/planetarium

CUT! Costume and the Cinema When: Aug. 1-12 Where: Arlington Museum of Art Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. In a nutshell: Step into the exciting world of costume design with CUT! Costume and the Cinema. Through more than 40 period costumes the museum will expose the art of making costumes for film. The exhibition will reveal how film costumes set the scene for and establish authenticity in films. For more: arlingtonmuseum.org

Texas Rangers baseball When: Aug. 2-8, 13-14, 16-19, 28-29, 31-Sept. 2 Where: Globe Life Park Time: Check website for game times In a nutshell: Your Texas Rangers will host six series this month: the Baltimore Orioles (Aug. 2-5), the Seattle Mariners (Aug. 6-8), the Arizona Diamondbacks (Aug. 13-14), the California Angels (Aug. 16-19), the Los Angeles Dodgers (Aug. 28-29) and the Minnesota Twins (Aug. 31-Sept. 2). For more: mlb.com/rangers

Dallas Wings basketball When: Aug. 5, 8, 17 Where: College Park Center on the University of Texas at Arlington campus Time: Check website for game times 120

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In a nutshell: The city’s WNBA team will host three games this month: the Washington Mystics (Aug. 5), the Connecticut Sun (Aug. 8) and the Las Vegas Aces (Aug. 17). For more: wings.wnba.com

CreateX: Painting Class When: Aug. 11-Sept. 8 Where: Globe Life Park Time: 10 a.m. - noon In a nutshell: CreateX: Painting is a two-hour class conducted by local artists in a unique event space at Globe Life Park. Attendees will receive pointers from knowledgeable instructors while enjoying stunning views of the ballpark. Worried that you have no experience? That’s no problem. You will be guided, step-by-step, to complete a work of art that you will take home, and all supplies will be provided. Light snacks will be provided, and drinks will be available for purchase through the concessionaire bartenders. For more: (817) 273-5846

Dallas Cowboys preseason football When: Aug. 18, 26 Where: AT&T Stadium Time: Check website for tip-off times In a nutshell: The Dallas Cowboys will begin their quest to claim their first NFL championship since 1995 when they host a pair of exhibition games in August: the Cincinnati Bengals on Aug. 18 and the Arizona Cardinals on Aug. 26. For more: attstadium.com

Downtown Arlington Open Coffee Club When: Aug. 30 Where: Urban Alchemy (403 E. Main St.) Time: 8 a.m. - 9 a.m. In a nutshell: Join friends to talk tech, startups, and the digital lifestyle over coffee and pastries with an added special guest speaker. For more: urbanalchemy.bar

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IT’S HERE: Texas Live! grand opening event is set for Aug. 9-12

he eagerly anticipated grand opening of Texas Live will take place Aug. 9-12 and will be a celebration befitting a state-of-theart, $250 million entertainment complex that will feature 200,000 square feet of best-in-class local, regional and national dining and entertainment, as well as a 5,000-capacity outdoor event pavilion, Arlington Backyard. The grand opening will feature a number of special events, including: Thursday: A Grand Opening VIP party, a free concert by Toadies and Eleven Hundred Springs at Arlington Backyard, and the openings of venues and restaurants such as Lockhart Smokehouse, PBR Texas, Troy’s, Sports & Social Arlington and a signature eatery by celebrity chef Guy Fieri. Friday: An Official Texas Rangers Away Game Watch Party and a concert by Bleachers with Joywave at Arlington Backyard. Saturday: Another Official Texas Rangers Away Game Watch Party and a concert by Kip Moore at Arlington Backyard. Sunday: Family Fun Day with live music and entertainment, arts and crafts, moonwalks, face painters, jugglers, puppets, sports games, giveaways, and the proverbial more. You can get all the details about the Texas Live! grand openining by visiting texas-live. com/grandopening.

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Finish Line

Quite a ride Arlington, of course, is leading a world-class trail experience • By Richard Greene

ews of the latest completion of Arlington’s eastern portion of the Trinity River trail that will make it possible for hikers and bikers to soon journey from Fort Worth to Dallas through the river forest floodplain was first imagined in a city known for having big dreams. About 30 years ago, Arlington Parks and Recreation Director Donna Brasher approached the city’s First Lady with an idea that most people would find somewhat difficult to envision ever becoming a reality. Donna described to my wife Sylvia a plan to enlarge, first, the small acreage of North Arlington donated land into a potential major park that would reach all the way to the river. It would be “something very special,” Donna explained – but it would be well out of reach of the city’s park budget. For the ambitious project to have any prospect of success, it would require privatesector funding and significant land donations from property owners in the region. In addition to acquiring pristine wilderness that would be protected and largely undisturbed, there were two main features of potential public benefits via the development of a trail along the banks of the river and a nature center. Undaunted by those doubting that such an ambitious project had any real chance of success, the parks department and the River Legacy Foundation created a partnership, and work began in earnest to pursue the imagined outcomes. Today, the River Legacy Parks system, consisting of some 1,300 acres, is the city’s largest. The $7.5 million, largely privately funded Living Science Center, and its new Discovery Room that I wrote about in our January issue, collectively represent a premier regional destination. Now, the 8-mile trail along the Trinity serves as a demonstration to other cities of how they all can be connected and provide a worldclass experience for everyone. Coordinated through the North Central Texas Council of Governments, Fort Worth, Grand Prairie, Irving and Dallas have now all completed significant portions of the trail that first became a reality in Arlington.

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As a bonus to the city’s portion of the trail development, a part of the Viridian master-planned community and the addition of several miles of nature trails along and through the project connect to River Legacy’s network. Altogether, more than 60 miles of trails will make the journey through the natural ecosystem possible across the fastest-growing urban region in the country. One of the potential donors that Sylvia and her River Legacy team approached in those early years of fund raising was the managing director of the Texas Rangers Baseball Club, who would later become president River Legacy Parks’ bike trail is worthy of a of the United States. President. The part of the plan for the park that interested him the most was the Trinity River trail that would potentially connect Dallas and Fort Worth. Encouraged about that possibility, that managing director made sure the Rangers would thereafter become one of the Foundation’s leading donors. Almost 20 years later we had the privilege of visiting with George W. Bush as his presidency was drawing to a close. Immediately upon entering the Oval Office, he greeted Sylvia with a hug and said, “I’m coming home to Dallas and need to know if that trail has been finished so I can ride my bike on it.” Her response was to say proudly that Arlington’s portion was and the rest was making good progress. It wouldn’t be long thereafter that visitors to River Legacy Park’s trail system would encounter the former president on his mountain bike, along with his security team, enjoying the experience. Now the entire trip between the region’s two largest cities is coming closer and closer to reality. The crown jewel of Arlington’s entire park system has led the way as the missing links across the region are now being connected and that longago dream coming true.

Richard Greene served as Arlington’s mayor from 19871997. He currently teaches in the University of Texas at Arlington’s graduate program in the College of Architecture, Planning and Public Affairs.

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