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Friends of the Chamber: by mark k. campbell Volunteers are crucial for organizations to work. That includes the Azle Area Chamber of Commerce. And, at the annual banquet, Director Beth Crowe lauded two

women who make the Chamber hum along by giving freely of their time and talents. Shireen Dixon and Rhonda Mashburn received plaques for their Chamber volunteer work. Dixon said her Girl Scout Troop winning first place in the 2012 Sting Fling parade led to a connection with the Chamber. Receiving the trophy, she said she likes to volunteer and would be happy to help out wherever she could. So, the Chamber came calling Shireen Dixon (left) is all smiles on the in 2013 to get stage with Chamber Director Beth Crowe at Dixon to help the annual banquet. Photo by Carla Noah Stutsman organize that

year’s Sting Fling parade. She coordinated the event again in 2014 and is on the festival’s board today. Dixon also organized the 2014 Azle Christmas Parade and plans on helping again this December. “I really enjoyed getting to work with all the wonderful people on the Sting Fling and Christmas committees,” she said. While she will continue to help with Chamber activities, Dixon, who hails from California and moved to Azle in 2010, said she is also still involved in Scouts and as a team mom for her three sporting children. “I have a lot of fun memories with the Chamber,” she said. “I especially enjoy seeing how excited children get to participate in the parade.” Mashburn, a Registered Nurse at Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Fort Worth, was hailed as a “leading lady behind the scenes,” by Crowe. “In volunteer hours, she cannot be topped, and in sheer dedi-

Dixon and Mashburn lauded at annual banquet

cation let’s just say that she will ready send out bulk mail at 2 a.m. – and will lick the envelopes if she cannot find a sponge,” the director said during the presentation. Mashburn has helped move – by riding – hundreds of bicycles into place before the Christmas parade and doesn’t hesitate to set up hundreds of chairs before and after events. She is willing Named a Friend of the Chamber at the to endure sweat, annual banquet, Rhonda Mashburn refreezing, and/or ceived her honor from Director and friend getting drenched Beth Crowe. Photo by Carla Noah Stutsman to aid the Chamber, Crowe noted. age. The director called Mashburn “She is a woman of strength, “my very best friend and the very integrity, steadfastness, creativibest friend of the Chamber...a ty, and pure joy and fun,” Crowe sister of my heart...a bonus pack- told the banquet attendees.

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Langston wins Chamber’s Beautification award By Natalie Gentry Rustic and refined. That’s the balance Azle Deer Cove Event Center owner Sara Langston is constantly striving to achieve. This year’s winner of the Shining Star Award is always looking for a way to improve the buildings and grounds of the two-acre tract of land and enhance partygoers’ experiences. “It’s a passion that borders on obsession,” Langston said. “Any time I go into a store, go to a restaurant, or even watch a movie, I’m looking for an idea to steal.” Utilizing her inspiration and creativity is nothing new to Langston; before she opened Deer Cove, she spent 30 years teaching at Azle Junior High School. “I loved the students in Azle,” she said. “We have a great group of kids.”

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The fact that Langston was a shop teacher didn’t come as a shock to award presenter Pat Russell. “I wasn’t surprised to learn that she was the junior high’s shop teacher,” Russell said. “Her passion and attention to detail are evident in every square inch of her place.” This eye for improvements has not gone unnoticed and the Azle Area Chamber of Commerce honored Langston with the award intended for the person or business that has done the most this year to improve the city and beautify the community. “This year’s winner was obvious to me,” Russell said. “I drive by the business on a daily basis so I’ve been able to watch the evolution from her husband’s barbecue restaurant to a beautiful work of art that’s a place people can go to enjoy family

photos, weddings, and parties.” And what an evolution it has been. “When I started the transition from the barbecue restaurant to an event center, I had to start small,” Langston said. “There was so much to do and I didn’t want to get overwhelmed.” So she began her make-over with the ladies bathroom. “Everything was very rustic, and the bathrooms were so plain,” Langston said. “I knew I had to add some sparkle for the ladies and the eight foot by ten foot bathroom was the perfect place to start.” By the time the restroom was complete, Langston had hit her

Sara Langston (right), owner of Azle Deer Cove accepts the Shining Star Award from presenter Pat Russell (left) and Photo by Natalie Gentry new Chamber president Shelli Price.

stride and the rest of the building followed suit. “This is the perfect business for me because I like people and am passionate about decorating, landscaping, and parties,”

Langston said. “I’m so shocked and honored to be chosen for this award.” Now we just have to wait and see what she has planned next for Deer Cove.

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National Bank of Texas is all about Azle by mark k. campbell Steve Parker and his staff at National Bank of Texas love Azle. Everyone seems to be involved in things other than banking, beginning with the president of the bank. Parker currently serves on the board of both the Azle Rotary Club and the Azle Area Chamber of Commerce, as well as being an integral part of the Azle Educational Foundation and Texas Health Azle boards. Most at NBT are involved in Azle activities. Having local people helping local folks is a key to National Bank’s success, Parker said. Azle is the focus for the bank and its members and NTB can boast of some experienced personnel. Parker said, “I started in Azle in 1989.” Branch manager Carissa Widner began her career in 1997. She currently serves on the council of the city of Sanctuary and is actively

involved in the Azle Lions Club. Jessica Corley, vice-president lending, has over 19 years banking experience. She moved back to her hometown of Azle in 2013. She is actively involved in the Azle community with the Rotary Club and the Optimist Club. Sarah Hicks, Diana Rust, Bobbie Baldwin and the latest addition to the teller line, Baylee Davis, round out the staff. Parker said, “Pretty much all of us have spent years in the Azle community. And all of our customers that we have known through the years mostly have come to us.” From its temporary building beginnings, the National Bank of Texas is now settled into a modern facility at 405 Commerce Street next to the Post Office. At the bank, customers can expect traditional services with hometown flair. “All banking loans – real estate, automobile, business

– as well as all the deposit products” are available, Parker said. “They want a stable environment which would be a bank like ours,” he said. The security of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) insuring deposits up to $250,000 is comforting to customers. Parker said it’s important to him that he and his employees work in the community with the people who are their customers – hence their presence throughout town. Lobby hours for the bank are Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Friday hours are extended from 9 a.m. until 6 p.m. The drive-through is open from 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Friday and from 9 a.m.-noon on Saturday. Community spirit is alive at NBT – that’s what the National Bank of Texas is all about. For more information, call 817-444-4235.

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Storey recognized as Businesswoman of the Year by Natalie Gentry During her presentation for the Twinkling Star Award, presenter Paula Ambrose succinctly highlighted the trial all presenters face when preparing a speech to honor new award recipients. “These past couple of weeks I’ve developed a new set of skills,” Ambrose said. “They include spying, telling falsehoods, practicing deception, and some plain good old-fashioned stalking.” But all the work and deception was for a good cause: to honor Azle’s Businesswoman of the Year, Christie Storey. She’s the wife to Tom and mother to Parker and Catherine – as well as owner of the pink shuttered Catty Roo’s Boutique.

Storey isn’t originally from Azle. She was living and working in Burleson at her family’s business when she met Tom. “She was selling toys for grown men and it was during one of these sales that she actually met her husband,” Ambrose said. These toys just happen to be tractors. “I got to wear jeans and boots every day,” Storey said. “I’m really a jeans and boots girl.” It wasn’t long until Storey moved to Azle where she focused on being a full-time mom and barrel racer. “Like most women though, even though everything was going great, she felt the need to do more,” Ambrose said. “So she decided to become a boutique owner.”

Storey chalks up the decision to open Catty Roo’s to a tiny spark of insanity. “I don’t know why I did it, I didn’t want to work for anybody else,” she said. “I just knew I couldn’t stay home.” And so her adventure as a boutique owner began. She said she never expected recognition and was shocked by the award. “I just appreciate everybody who has helped me get here; family, friends, and customers,” Christie Storey (right) accepts the Businesswoman of the Storey said. “I’m truly humbled Year award from last year’s honoree Paula Ambrose and by the honor.” Chamber President, Shelli Price. Photo by Natalie Gentry

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Spa 10: The Rising Star New Business of the Year “Sometimes a person wants to create an environment where everyone becomes a family.” Jackman said, “I have 11 girls working in my shop and we love being on Main Street in Azle. “My girls at the shop are the reason why my shop works – we all get along like a family and loveC working i A t itogether.” p p re A othat Temple noted the relationr nm e m ship between the employees o o n at Spa 10 is evident to customers. st t u “I went to Spa 10 last week,” Temple said. “Not only did they do a great job on my manicure and pedicure, but the staff was very friendly and professional.” Originally from Fort Worth, Jackman moved to Azle in 1995. “I’ve been in the salon business for 20 years as a nail technician and have been a salon owner for the past 5 years,” she said. “I want Spa 10 to have that small town friendly environToni Jackman (right), owner of Spa 10 in Azle accepted ment,” she added. the Rising Star Award for New Business of the Year award Judging from her award, it at the Chamber banquet. Photo by Natalie Gentry must be working.

that, too,” Temple said. “I was telling someone else that sometimes it’s simply that a person doesn’t want to work for someone else and they want to create an environment where people feel special and the employees feel like they’re appreciated.

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Leonard named Azle’s top businessman by mark k. campbell “A total surprise.” That’s what Eric Leonard, manager of Cash America Pawn, said when he was chosen as the Azle Area Chamber of Commerce Businessman of the Year. “I’m speechless. It’s quite an honor,” he said. Receiving the award from the previous year’s winner – Brian Rogers of Ace of Azle – made it even more special, Leonard said. “I think the world of him and it was great that he passed the torch,” Leonard said. Cash America Pawn has been in Azle since the early 1990’s. The business moved from Main Street to its current location 701 Boyd Road in October 2011. Leonard’s journey to Businessman of the Year began with his employment with Cash America Pawn. He moved through the ranks to assistant store manager, shop manager, and beyond. His preference is to manage a shop – a valuable asset in communities, he noted.

“With pawn shops, it about building relationships and serving the community,” Leonard said. Another plus is that when he assumed control of the Azle shop, he no longer had to commute to his job. “I got to buy a home and become a member of the community,” he said. “That’s pretty

nice.” From the stage, Rogers said of Leonard, “The people who work with and for him say that he has an analytical mind that can take any directive that comes his direction and filter it to meet the needs of their particular location in our community.” His employees referred to Leonard as “an excellent leader”

and hailed him for creating a positive work atmosphere. With delegation and by involving his entire staff, everyone at Cash America Pawn feels responsible and valuable, Rogers told the assembled banquet crowd. Leonard, married with two teenage daughters, has been in Azle since July 2011. Rogers said that the Cash American Pawn’s corporate office has high aspirations for

Leonard, but he’s happy to “hang his hat” in Azle. And that’s good news for the community since Leonard is known for going out of his way to not only oversee the needs of his many customers but to see that his employees – some college students – have the flexibility to further their educations. That expansive view is what helped make Leonard the Azle Area Chamber of Commerce Businessman of the Year.

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Texas Health Azle welcomes new general surgeon Texas Health Azle continues to advance local access to quality health care within the community it serves, most recently by filling a full-time need for those patients in need of surgical care as well as assuming care for those who suffer from chronic wounds. The hospital welcomes Kanayochukwu “Kanny” Aluka, M.D., FACS, to its medical staff as general surgery and wound care services medical director. A fellowship-trained general surgeon whose areas of focus are advanced laparoscopy, breast pathology and wound care procedures, Dr. Aluka looks forward to addressing the surgical and wound care needs of patients in Azle and surrounding communities. According to Dr. Aluka, deciding on a career in general surgery was a great fit. “Helping people restore health and wellness in their lives is something I take great pride in doing.” Despite growing up in Houston, Dr. Aluka admits to enjoying working in small towns. “I really like getting to know my

patients. Aside from being able to physically help make a difference in their lives, the strong sense of community is very gratifying.” Dr. Aluka graduated from The University of Texas Southwestern Medical School. She completed her residency training at Howard University Hospital in Washington, D.C., and earned her fellowship training in advanced laparoscopy, robotics, endoscopy and bariatric surgery from the University of Texas Medical Center Houston. Among her many accomplishments, Dr. Aluka is most proud of recently becoming a fellow of the American College of Surgeons, a published surgeon, and the medical directorship of wound care services at Texas Health Azle. She is committed to her new role and looks forward to becoming a vital part of the Azle community. When not in the operating room, Dr. Aluka enjoys exercising, drawing, reading, being a wife and mother to her children. According to Bob Ellzey,

Texas Health Azle’s new physicial is Dr. Kanayochukwu “Kanny” Aluka.

Texas Health Azle president, Dr. Aluka’s training and previous roles in academia and the clinical setting will prove to be beneficial for residents of Azle and surrounding communities. “Dr. Aluka brings an incredible amount of passion for truly caring for and about her patients. She is highly skilled and her kind and gentle nature makes her an ideal choice for a general sur-

geon and wound care physician. Kanny is committed to helping the people in the communities we serve maintain a sense of health and well-being.” Dr. Aluka practices at Azle Surgical Care, a part of Texas Health Physicians Group, the Arlington-based, not-for-profit physician organization of Texas Health Resources. The group includes more than 800 physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners and medical professionals dedicated to providing safe, quality care for its patients. The practice is conveniently located in the heart of the Azle community at 137-A Industrial Ave. Azle, Texas 76020. About Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Azle Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Azle has served Azle, Springtown, Lake Worth and greater northwest Tarrant and Parker Counties since 1954. The hospital’s services include cardiology, orthopedics, imaging and rehabilitation. Texas Health Azle is an affiliate of the faith-based, nonprofit Texas Health Resourc-

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Shooting Star is ‘Goode’ for Azle by carla noah stutsman ing as an Ambassador for the She’s the picture of profes- Chamber.” That’s not all this classic wife sionalism who moonlights as a and mother of two busy and talcreative artist. Her planning skills landed her ented teenagers who also brings a place on the Sting Fling and home the bacon does, either. As President of the AHS Band Christmas Parade committees. She’s Randa Goode, who was Boosters, she’s a fundraiser, stupresented with the Azle Area dent organizer, teacher/director, Chamber of Commerce’s Shoot- confidante, and stage-mother, all ing Star – Director’s Award at rolled into one. At home, she’s been Ronnie the Chamber’s awards banquet Goode’s wife for 14 years and Friday, Jan. 30. Coincidentally – or not – is mom to AHS senior Mia and Goode was promoted earlier the freshman Ty. Goode said when Crow began same day to the position of Assistant Vice President Lending at introducing the winner of the Pinnacle Bank Azle, where she’s award, she thought it was her cobeen employed since 2002. Beth Crowe, executive director for the Chamber, described Goode as a multitalented woman who grew up in Azle and graduated from AHS in 1992. Although she’s an executive by day, her time off is spent writing Young Adult Christian-based books and behind the lens of a camera. “Randa was a new member of the Sting Fling committee last year and brought a new and brilliant dynamic to the indoor portion of the festival with a talent show,” Randa Goode was the recipiCrowe said. “She also ent of the Shooting Star – Dibrings her great planning rector’s Award presented by skills and photography tal- Chamber Director Beth Crowe ents to the Christmas com- at a Jan. 30 banquet. mittee, in addition to servPhoto by Carla Noah Stutsman

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get an award. I do these things because I love living in Azle and want to help out and make a difference. Getting an award is just an unexpected bonus.” Goode said that after high school, she moved away for a few years, but quickly realized that other towns are not like Azle

and moved back. “I love living and working in Azle where I have the opportunity to truly be a part of the community no matter if I’m helping out at a school function, work function, community event, or my personal life,” she said. “There really is no place like it.”

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Simmons: No. 1 citizen

Nate Simmons grew up in Cleby carla noah stutsman town in March 2014. But he’s been an active par- burne, where he graduated high Azle’s Citizen of the Year for 2014 is a relative newcomer who ticipant in all things Azle since school before attending the University of Texas at Arlington; he only took up residence here in 2009. got a degree from there in 2005. He took a position at Pinnacle Bank’s Cleburne branch in 2007. In 2009, he transferred to Pinnacle’s Azle branch, where he and his bride Jennifer became enchanted with the town. Although the newlyweds lived in Fort Worth by that time, Simmons soon found himself President of the Azle Optimist Club. He was named Optimist of the Year in 2012. Simmons is a member of Rotary, serves on the annual Christmas Parade and Celebration committee collaboration between the Optimist Club and the Chamber – is Chairman of the Economic Development Committee for the Chamber, and is ...at Eagle Crest Villa where there’s always on the Follow The Flag Steering something fun going on. This unique retirement Nate Simmons the Citizen of the Year Award from Committee, where he served as ...at Eagle Crestaccepts Villa where there’s always andJenkins assisted living community offers Debra (center), who won lasta variety year’s award along Chairman last year. something fun going on. This unique retirement withofDawn Zuilhof, and incoming Chamber social events and activities to enrich your life President andPrice. assisted living community offers a variety Shelli Photo by Carla Noah Stutsman PLEASE SEE AZLE, PAGE 15. and your friendships. From visiting senior’s of social events and activities to the enrich your life bands the sing-a-longs around piano, and yourtofriendships. From the visitingthe senior’s you’lltoenjoy this safe and secure setting. And bands the sing-a-longs around the piano, ...at Eagle Crest Villa where there’s always you’ll enjoy this safe and secure setting. And you’ll appreciate knowledgeable staff of prosomething our fun going on. This unique retirement you’ll appreciate our ofaround and assisted living offers aprovariety the fessionals who are knowledgeable readycommunity to assiststaff you of social events and activities toaround enrich your life fessionals who are ready to Eagle assist you clock. Come join us at Crest Villa.the You’ll andjoin yourus friendships. From the visiting clock. Come at Eagle Crest Villa. You’llsenior’s be glad you did. bands be glad you did.to the sing-a-longs around the piano, ...at Eagle Crest Villa where there’s always

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Azle Chamber picks Simmons as top citizen “We’re getting ready to go to Arkansas to float the Buffalo Simmons is also a past recipi- River,” he said. “It’s rewarding ent of the Chamber Director’s work that’s all about finding God Award. in nature, ministering to some At Pinnacle Bank, he’s not guys – it’s very refreshing.” only the Vice President, he volIn the midst of all that, Simunteers with the Azle Lake Run, mons and his wife purchased a Azle Relay For Life, Azle Me- lot Azle in 2013, started home morial Library Fall Festival, the construction, and moved in last Lions Club AnMarch. gel Tree project, Since moving and numerous to Azle, Jencharity golf tournifer, too, has naments each found an imsummer. portant way to Simmons also help others in Nate Simmons has a busy perher spare time. 2015 Citizen of the Year sonal life. He She now leads and Jennifer a weekly bible have a 2-yearstudy at the Eaold son, Zane, and expect to gle Mountain Pregnancy Help welcome another little one to the Center. family in April. Asked for his thoughts about The Simmons’ attend Gateway being named Citizen of the Year, Church, where Nate is a leader Simmons said it’s something he of the Outdoor Adventures small finds hard to fathom. group. “When I think of the people n AZLE, FROM PAGE 14.

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who have been honored with this award in the past, it’s just very humbling to think others would put you in that category,” he said. “It’s an honor to get it, but you don’t do it for any recognition, you do it to lend a hand. “I hope people will see that and recognize what it means to volunteer or give of your time and effort,” he added. Simmons made a brief but important stop on the way from his seat in the audience to the stage to accept his award. “I stopped to give my wife a kiss,” he said. “What I do takes time away from my spouse and my family – our families are the biggest supporters of what we do.” It’s all about balancing work, personal life and family, Simmons said. Why does he do it? For Azle. “Azle has a lot of identity, and we’re so happy to be a part of it.”

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Mayor Passes Out Awards

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To The Azle Community Thank you so much for voting me your favorite physician in Azle! I am honored. I truly love my job. One of my favorite parts is watching your children grow and getting to know the family. The entire family - I meet a lot of grandparents and extended family. I enjoy hearing stories about the schools, sporting events, city activities, churches and everything that makes up our community here in Azle. Thank you for letting me be a part of that community and for taking care of your children. It is a privilege, and I love every day I spend at Azle Pediatrics. Stay Well! - Dr. Hudman Azle Pediatrics

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Local folks choose People’s Choice winners The people of Azle have spoken, and during the Azle Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Awards Banquet, the People’s Choice Awards were handed out accordingly. Crush Boutique was chosen as Favorite Boutique (Retail), besting nominees Catty Roo’s Unique Boutique and The Hip Cat Clothing Co. Favorite Antique Store went to Above All Things Antiques,

which won over Ain’t That Something and Heirlooms Antiques Sassy Salon was chosen as Azle’s Favorite Salon, beating out Neat Cuts and Salon Galleria. Ace of Azle got the nod for Best Customer Service against other nominees Designs by Jamie and Farris Custom Design Group. Debbie Bunero, CPA was chosen Azle’s Favorite Accountant/CPA over Paul Crab-

tree of Crabtree & Associates and Ronnie Feemster, CPA. But Crabtree bested his fellow Azle City Council members Lee Barrett and Rouel Rothenberger for Favorite City Council Member. Dr. Jennifer Hudman of Azle Pediatrics was named Favorite Physician over nominees Dr. Marshall Morrison and Dr. William Chambers. The Best Customer Service

award for an individual went to Kleg Smith of Ace of Azle. He won over nominees Bobbie Baldwin of National Bank of Texas and Bunero. Several People’s Choice Awards were given in the food industry: Cafè Conversation got the nod for Azle’s Best Lunch against nominees El Cerrito and Mark Dean’s BBQ. But El Cerrito took the Best

Dinner award over El Paseo and Mark Dean’s BBQ. El Cerrito also won for Best Food Overall, beating out nominees Cafè Conversations and Josefina’s Mexican Restaurant. Belle Ambrose took the People’s Choice Award for Best Customer Service (Food Service) against nominees Kelly King at Brookshire’s and Rebecca Dowdy at Red’s Burger House.

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Family practice led by family men by Natalie Gentry Health First Azle Family Practice has been offering professional care and aid to the community for years, and their success is due in part to the pair of experienced doctors at its helm. Kriss Myers, M.D. grew up in Longview, attending school there before heading to Stephen F. Austin State University for his undergraduate education. After earning a diploma in 1983, Myers attended graduate school at University of Texas Medical School, where he completed studies in 1987. His family practice residency was undertaken at JPS in Fort

Worth in 1990. During this time, he practiced family medicine in Nocona, but moved to the Dallas/ Fort Worth area in 1990 to start HealthFirst with several other doctors. In 1995, Myers became associated with Dr. James Savage in Azle, and still cares for some of his patients today. At that time, Myers moved to Azle from the Metroplex. In 2000, he opened the clinic where it stands today, and now employs two physicians, four nurse practitioners, and one physician assistant. Myers and his wife, Ronah, have five children, three of whom have graduated from, or

are currently attending Louisiana State University. The family is, of course, big fans of LSU. When not caring for the citizens of Azle, Dr. Myers enjoys playing golf. P. Daniel Gonzalez, M.D. was born in Albuquerque, New Mexico, the son of a retired naval officer. He grew up in Florida, along the east coast of the U.S. and in California. By the time he started tenth grade, Gonzalez had been enrolled in 10 schools. He started high school at Arlington Bowie and graduated there in 1983. He went on to earn a bachelor’s degree from Texas A&M

The staff at HealthFirst Azle Clinic offers stellar care – by professionals Dr. P. Daniel Gonzalez, M.D. and Dr. Kriss E. Myers M.D. The office, located at 141 Industrial Avenue in Azle, is open six days a week. Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday hours are 8 a.m.-7 p.m. Wednesday and Friday, the clinic is open 8 a.m.-5 p.m. On Saturday, business hours are 8 a.m.-noon. Call 817-444-3231 and you, too, can experience terrific treatment from a dedicated staff of professionals.

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University in 1987 and received his Master’s there as well, in 1989. Gonzalez then went to work for Kraft for five years before making the decision to attend medical school at UT Southwestern in Dallas, where he graduated in 1998. He completed his residency at John Peter Smith hospital in Fort Worth. Gonzalez was Board certified in Family Medicine in 2001

and in Sleep Medicine in 2009. He now practices Family Medicine and Sleep for Sleep Healers, which is part of the HealthFirst system. He lives in the Metroplex with his wife D’ann. The couple has two daughters, one of whom is following family tradition at Texas A&M University. Gonzalez is a lifetime Aggie fan and loves to hunt when not spending time with his family or at the practice.

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Star Bank is community focused: by mark k. campbell Star Bank is not one of those giant banking chains that dominate the landscape of most cities and towns. And the employees at Star Bank

know that’s a good thing. That way they can be more community focused. Christy Dusek arrived at the Lake Worth branch just a couple of weeks before the bank opened in February 1998.

From its beginnings in a temporary building then to its streamlined, modern facility today, Dusek has been there from the start. “We are so fortunate to be a community bank,” she said. “Cus-

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tomer service is what we do best.” And that starts from the moment you step inside where you are immediately greeted. “We know who our customers are – we call them by name,” Dusek said. Star Bank offers another facet that is highly unusual – and one you won’t see at Chase or some other huge banking corporation. “We’re an animal-friendly bank,” Dusek said. She said that often dogs Corona and Lilly come inside with their owners and they “roam the bank.” Dusek has a history with community banks – in fact, throughout her decades long banking career, every year has been in those types of banks. From stints at the old Azle State Bank – twice – to Lake Worth National – where Dusek worked for 10 years – to Shady Oaks National Bank to today, she has been involved in community banks. Dusek said, “Community banks

are family banks. I’ve been here for 17 years and this is my work family. I spend as much time with my work family as with my real family.” An Azle resident since arriving in town in 1970, Dusek graduated from Azle High School in 1978. Then she got into banking. “That’s all I know,” she chuckled. Star Bank, located at 3930 Boat Club Road, is “where everybody is somebody,” their motto. The Lake Worth bank – and the White Settlement and Burleson branches – offers the usual array of services that can be found at most banks. Plus there’s that personal connection the national banks lack. Star Bank has an app now, and, in the near future, mobile depositing will become a reality. Or you can come in and visit in person. Dusek and her cohorts would love to see you – and your pet, too.

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Azle Manor Health Care & Rehab Azle Manor Health Care & Rehab is a leader in the field, right here in our community. You can expect cutting-edge professionalism from (l-r) Tori Hall, Beth Harris, Allison Phillips, Robin Hale, Laura Holbrook, Kinny Pack, Jayne Sullivan, Virginia Leath, Jane Colangelo, and Cheryl Nichols. “Making a difference, offering a choice” – that’s Azle Manor located at 721 Dunaway. Call the facility at 817-444-2536 and discover a variety of options in health care and rehab.

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Xtreme Lawn Care: Azle’s top business by mark k. campbell Purple. If you see a person or vehicle involved with Xtreme Lawn Care, somewhere you’ll see the color purple. A lot of it. Rather than use the traditional green to brand a landscape business, co-owner Justin Berg chose purple.

Born and raised in Azle – he has never left – the business’ clientele grew into the hundreds. And it would soon expand greatly when Berg came on board. A transplant here after selling his successful business in Boston, Berg not only came to Azle but brought his parents and in-laws along, too. Buchanan asked Berg to grow and run Xtreme while the former continued to work in the field. That was a good business decision. From 250 clients, Xtreme blossomed to more than 2,500 in three years all over the area – and with every employee wearing purple. That unifying color helped everyone, Berg said. “It created a pride in the company and that translates into work.” The purple vehicles of Xtreme Lawn Care are regularly With such a presence in Azle seen around town – and the area – delivering quality, pro- – and all over Fort Worth and fessional landscaping. The business boasts over 2,500 the area as well – Xtreme is clients and employs 45 people. mighty successful. Today, everyone associated with Xtreme Lawn Care is adorned in purple – including owners Wayne Buchanan and Berg. Buchanan, 45, started the business in 1993, working part-time on weekends and holidays while keeping his regular full-time job. Eventually, Xtreme became so popular that Buchanan took it on as his major job.

Still, Berg said the Chamber’s award came as a surprise. Both he and Buchanan were out of town on the night of the banquet, but Berg was effusive in his thanks to the Chamber. “We are very honored,” he said. “Shocked. We didn’t know – we’re thrilled.” Buchanan echoed that: “I’m very proud of this award. It means a lot to me. “We work very hard and take a lot of pride in what we do. It’s nice to know that it is being noticed.” Xtreme’s positive reputation continues to spread and so does the fact that an Azle company is sought after by “big city” folks. “It’s given us some notoriety,” Berg said. “Not a lot of businesses come out of Azle. We take pride in that.” With 45 employees, Xtreme is a substantial employer in town and “we’re happy about that,” Berg said. He noted that Xtreme man-

aged to break some stereotypes about the landscape business. For one, there was a stigma about it. And: women were often afraid of landscapers coming over with their “loud trucks.” Careful branding has overcome those preconceptions, Berg said. A major reason for the success is Xtreme’s dedicated employees. “It takes a special person to work 12 hours in 100-degree weather dealing with grass and dust and poop,” he said. Buchanan and Berg have assembled a professional team with an impeccable reputation. Or, as the Chamber noted during the Gold Star Business of the Year presentation: “In recognition and appreciation of the admirable example your business has set earning the respect of the Azle community.” That’s high praise – worthy of honoring. So the Chamber did.

“Complete Dental Care for the Entire Family”

AZLE DENTAL CARE Brooke Porter, D.D.S. & Associates

912 Boyd Road • Azle 817-444-1763 www.SmileGreat.com

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Cliff’s Auto

Cliff’s Auto Service Center fixes almost anything that could go wrong with your car, truck, motorcycle, or trailer. From tune ups to brakes to transmissions to water pumps and wheel alignments, the professionals at Cliff’s can handle it. Run by Cliff (right) and Eric Bragg, they see that you are satisfied 100 percent. Call 817-220-5959 to reach the Springtown shop at 1088 East Highway 199 or 817-596-0708 for the Weatherford location at 302 Palo

J.D. JOHNSON

TARRANT COUNTY COMMISSIONER PRECINCT 4 NORTHWEST SUB-COURTHOUSE 6713 Telephone Road, Fort Worth, TX 76135 817-238-4400 Political ad paid for by the J.D. Johnson committee, Derrell Johnson Treasurer. P O Box 136021 Fort Worth, TX 76136

Making a Difference. Offering a Choice.

Depend On Us.

The Leader

in Health Care and Rehabilitation

Do you know that you have the choice when it comes to your care? Welcome to Azle Manor - the cornerstone in Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing care. · On-site Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapy · 24-Hour Skilled Nursing Care · Beauty and Barber Shop · Resident Council · Therapeutic Whirlpool® Bath Tubs · Interfaith Religious Services · Family-Centered Wellness and Activity Program · All Electric Beds · Televisions with DirectTV Provided · Courtyard and Gazebo (Residents can enjoy Outdoor Activities) · WiFi Available Give us a call or drop by today! We’ll be glad to show you around.

Call Kinny Pack at 817-444-2536 721 Dunaway Lane · Azle, 76020

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HEALTH CARE & REHAB Accepting Medicare, Medicaid, Private Pay and Insurance

Thank you Azle Area Chamber of Commerce for voting

Christie Story business woman of the year!

Locally Owned and Serving the Community for Over 41 Years

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