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Featured Stories and News

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Upscale Home

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Real Estate

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Connections That Really Matter

A Message from The Community Editor As we soon move from crisp spring days into the

dog-days of summer, many of us see the obvious change in weather, clothing and schedules. We

also look forward to barbecues with friends and preparing our summer bodies for swimsuits.

This time of year can be stressful, too, for the

children as they are moving into the final six

weeks of school, STAAR testing and busy sports schedules. However, all of these also are exciting

when you are surrounded by depth in good people and relationships.

I am blessed to be a “born-networker.” I thrive

in situations where I get to connect, meet and learn about new people every day. I am fueled by seeing

like-minded individuals work together to make something happen…i.e. making a connection.

To me, the key to connecting is in the telling of

your personal, relatable story of triumph as well as

loss. I’ve been told that sometimes that comes across as seeming ‘better than’ someone else when in my mind, it’s a connection. It’s about bridging the gap

between new friends or minimizing the ‘awkward’ silence when someone tells their story.

Many people focus on the triumph or the

positive story because they fear the negatives ones make them look weak. It is the opposite. The story

of your loss or failure is what makes you look strong, collected and empowered. It is what connects you.

Chances are that the emotions you felt in your failure are the same emotions that the person you’re speaking with may have experienced in a different situation making you more relatable, and therefore likeable. The ability to fall and get back up speaks in a way that your story never can compete against.

In my daily life of work and outreach, I’ve had the chance to really absorb and observe that when you reveal your truth from a place of confidence and vulnerability, you increase the chances of building a bond with your listener and new friend. When you do this, you connect. When you connect, there is no limit to your potential and relationships.

In these extremely busy days, my heart feels immediately connected to people. While I do feel wonderfully exhausted most of the time, I understand we are all given gifts and it’s in our power to exercise those muscles and act upon them.

That can be overwhelming. However, with these feelings of connections, I clearly can see the ability to tell or hear a story in an even stronger light.

Sure, networking is part of my “job” but it’s also my gift and provides me with a passion for the good in people and the ability to help someone else. If we all dig into our personal stories, I believe we tap into the ability to share it in a way that connects as well as surges us toward our personal and professional goals…how we tell our story and what we reveal determines where we will go in life.

If you want to successfully connect, understand the strength of your own story…and surround yourself with the connections that lift you up and always ‘have your back’!

Kathryn Flores

Community Relations & Marketing Manager Argyle Living & Lantana Living Kathryn@murray-media.com (214) 734-5783

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Publisher & Editor Scott & Kelly Murray Administration Managing Editor Jana Melton

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Kristin Maurer

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Community Mourns Loss of Two People in Accidents Separate incidents five days apart caused the deaths of two construction workers, injuries to three others, and a temporary stoppage of construction on the new indoor activity center being built at Argyle High School.

Investigators from the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration were investigating both instances. The first occurred the morning of April 2, the other the morning of April 7.

Julio Cesar Ledesma of Fort Worth was killed and three injured in the first accident. Haslet resident Daniel Moran died in the second incident after which Argyle Independent School Board members meeting in emergency session suspended construction and voted to hire a safety consultant to represent and advise the district.

The work suspension will last until the board is presented with a written report.

Liberty Christian Band Captures 4th Consecutive TAPPS Title For the fourth year in a row, the Liberty Christian School band captured the state championship at Texas Association of Private and Parochial Schools competition in March at Mary Hardin-Baylor.

The Warrior band competed with 14 soloists, 19 small groups, a jazz band, concert band, and symphonic band, plus in two sight reading contests.

It was enough to make band director and fine arts teacher of the year Scott Himel quite proud.

“There was a very high expectation we placed on ourselves,” said Himel. “Our senior class especially wanted to earn the very rare distinction of winning state every year of their four-year high school career at Liberty.

“Winning the state title is also an exciting and humbling honor that is a public confirmation of everything I see in our students’ character and commitment to each other.”

Argyle High School Senior Rank/GPA Lists Ready April 24 Argyle High School students will learn about their eligibility for academic honors at graduation April 24 when senior rank and grade point average information will be determined.

That’s the end of the fifth week of the fourth nine-week grading period of the senior year when the Argyle Independent School District traditionally determines class rank.

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calculated into the final semester average that will appears on final transcripts.

Liberty Christian Students Shine in TAPPS Academic/Speech Led by Austin Horton, seven students from Liberty Christian School earned six top places in the Texas Association of Private and Parochial Schools Academic and Speech competitions held March 20-23 in Temple and Waco.

Horton captured first place in the Calculator division for the fourth consecutive time. Also earning state titles were Neiman Walker in Science; Sarai Harding in Prose Interpretation; Kenneth Wong in Number Sense; Alex Peters in Solo Acting; Mary Jane Stidham in Literary Criticism; and Emily Lentz and Shannon Russell in Duet Acting.

Wong also finished second in Advanced Math, the same as Harding in Solo Acting. Peters added a a sixth place in Duet Acting (with Jason Clemons) and an eighth place in Persuasive Speaking.

Argyle Bands Collect Pair of Sweepstakes Trophies Make it two more successful outings for members of the Argyle High School band program.

The Argyle Symphonic Band earned a sweepstakes trophy at the April 7 University Interscholastic League concert at Boswell High School.

Meanwhile, the Argyle Wind Ensemble earned a sweepstakes trophy the same day at the UIL Concert & Sight-reading Contest.

Wong, Nordlund Win Twice in Regional Science Olympiad Liberty Christian upper school student Kenneth Wong and middle school pupil Kelsey Nordlund each captured titles in the Regional Science Olympiad at North Lake College in Irving in March.

Wong paired with Tiffany Lu to win the upper school Division C top ranking in Science Word and with Brian O’Connor in Disease Detectives.

Wong placed second in We’ve Got Your Number with Michael Becker and fourth in Game On with O’Connor.

Nordlund joined Ashley Howard in capturing the middle school Class B Triple E (Extinct, Endangered, Exotic) division and with Alex Davis in Meteorology. She also finished third in Elastic Launched Glider (with Carly Howard).

The Science Olympiad is an international

nonprofit organization devoted to improving the quality of science education, increasing student interest in science, and providing recognition for outstanding achievement.

Argyle Bands Scheduled for Major Upcoming Events Members of the Argyle Independent School District bands have a busy schedule including two performances at the University of North Texas Murchison Performing Arts Center in Denton.

It all begins April 23 when the beginner band takes part in its first festival at Sandy Lake in Carrollton. Next is the Director’s Choice Music Festival for both high school bands on April 25 at UNT. That takes place five days before the high school bands depart on their spring trip to Corpus Christi.

Also on April 30, the high school wind ensemble will perform at the Murchison in an opportunity to perform its University Interscholastic League music and to make a competition tape. That will be followed by the May 7 High School Spring Concert at the Argyle High School Auditorium and the Middle/Intermediate School Spring Concert on May 21.

Athletic Sports Camp Set at Liberty Christian for June 15-18 The 2015 Warrior Strong Athletic Sports Camp will be held June 15-18 at Liberty Christian School.

Activities will take place each day from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. The boys’ camp will feature baseball, basketball, football and soccer while the girls’ will include basketball, soccer, softball, volleyball.

Sessions will be taught by former high school and college athletes and championship adult coaches.

Registration fees are $199 through April 30 and $229 in May. They include the camps, daily lunch and a t-shirt.

For more information, call 940-294-2050 or visit libertychristian.com.

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Spring is finally here, and that means outdoor activities including visits to the local parks, festivals, fairs, and amusement parks are on the agenda. Kids are excited and parents are glad to be out of the house.

No parent imagines losing sight of their child until that terrifying moment happens. Prepare your children on how to keep safe if they are separated from you; be it at home in your own neighborhood or out at a parade, sporting event, or shopping mall.

Beginning when your child is a toddler, you should talk about the possibility of getting lost.

The most important thing is to have a plan, and emphasize the importance of always following the plan in the event they get separated from you.

Age appropriate information to teach your child: 4 years and under: • First and Last Name.

• Your full name.You can’t be paged as “mommy.”

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• Don’t go anywhere with, accept anything from, or get into a car with anyone. Never.

5-7 years: • Your cell phone number.

• A “safe list.” List 3-5 people it is always okay for your child to talk to.

8 years and up: • An easy-to-find meeting place. The more specific the better.

• A buddy or a sibling to come along to places (like a restroom) your child is starting to visit independently.

• To beware of grown-ups asking for help, and to never approach a car. Tell your child to yell loudly if anyone tries to make him go anywhere.

To help lessons stick and ensure that your children are comfortable executing a plan, roleplay the next time you are out together. Have them actually approach a “safe-list person” for help so they are comfortable with it.

In crowded venues it is always best to have young children secured. They should be buckled in a stroller, holding your hand, or on a leash; which despite the surrounding controversy, actually gives children a little more freedom to explore in a crowded place while remaining

safe. To avoid temper tantrums, you may let your child choose which option they prefer.

3 things to do before heading out: • Put your number in writing. Whether it is a bracelet, a tattoo, or on a piece of paper, write your number down in case your child forgets it when they are lost.

• Dress your children in bold colors that are easily remembered and easier to spot in a large crowd.

• Take a “before” picture. When you are dressed and ready take a picture of your child.

In a stressful situation, you too may forget what they were wearing when you left the house.

There are many products that you may use to help you find your child more quickly. ID bracelets can be made or purchased for your child to wear. Some bracelets are equipped with GPS trackers that work with an app that can be downloaded onto your cell phone. These devices will not only identify the location but can be set to alarm when the child goes more than a specified distance from you and may be equipped with a panic button the child presses in case of emergency. Temporary tattoos are also available. Write your cell phone number on one of these waterproof tattoos and paste it on your child.You decide, but have a plan in place before something happens. Happy springtime!!

Dr. Rebecca Butler is Board Certified in Pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics.

She is proud to be a resident of Lantana and the owner of Lantana Pediatrics. For more information on Dr. Butler or to schedule an appointment, call 940-455-7200.

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Upscale Home

Consider

Built

-Ins to Resolve Your

“Storage Wars”

By Paula Kratohvil, Owner, Complete Interior Solutions, 972-436-9083

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If you’ve ever watched the popular TV show “Storage Wars,” you’ve seen what happens when people have too much “stuff.” You will see storage unit after storage unit auctioned off for the highest bidder to pick through trying to make his or her fame and fortune.

I always wonder what happened to the owners.

Did they get sick and no one knows they had “stuff ” or did they meet with sudden tragedy without anyone knowing? Most likely they had too much stuff and just couldn’t keep up with it all.

It seems storage always is a challenge, especially since we Americans like to accumulate “stuff.” And almost nothing detracts more from a beautiful interior design plan than lots of clutter and chaos.

It’s so very hard, basically impossible to have a nice, comfortable home when it is in constant chaos with stuff.

A great solution – and one that can add beauty and a focal point to your home – is built-ins, including cabinets, shelving, seating and more.

Built-ins are appropriate for almost any room in the house – family rooms, kitchens, home offices, dining rooms, living rooms and bedrooms.

They also can be used to separate areas of a large room or fill an awkward space in a corner or below the stairs.

Adding built-ins maximizes your home’s floor

space. Use them for dramatic displays of all those family treasures or collections that mean so much to you, hidden storage, as your entertainment

center to hold audio and video equipment, to create a hidden desk inside a room, or a closet. If

you need storage in the bedroom consider storage at the bedside or even under the bed, In a kitchen or dining room built-ins are a great place to put away dishes, glasses, serving ware and linens, and

extra seating. Who wouldn’t enjoy a casual place to chat or read with a window seat?

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Often when adding built-ins we can use that as

an opportunity to bring more accent into the room either by color or pattern or both. There are so many opportunities to accent the area with the actual

built-in. We will either paint them a different color

or stain them if the other doors and window trims

are painted. If the storage area is open backed, that is another great place to use fabric, paint or wall paper to put on the back wall in the unit.

Consider adding built-ins to your home to

maximize space, get rid of clutter, and add beauty.

With all those benefits looks like a win for us all.

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Community Garage Sale Slated for May 2 at Church The First Baptist Church Argyle will host a Community Garage Sale on May 2 from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. on church grounds at 414 N. Highway 377.

Booth rentals are still available and can be secured by emailing fbcagaragesale@gmail. com or calling 940-735-5666.

Community Easter Egg Hunt Nets Large Food Donations Attendees at the second-annual Town of Argyle Community Easter Egg Hunt displayed their generosity by contributing 624 pounds of food that was donated to the Argyle Food Bank.

The event took place April 4 at Argyle High School. It featured a variety of food trucks, kids’ activities, pictures with the Easter Bunny, and more.

Travis and the other law enforcement groups

sought to keep any proposals to legalize and decriminalize those drugs from making it out of the committee.

Tryouts Set in May at Argyle-Based Gym Tryouts for the North Texas Tumble &

Cheer’s All-Star Team will be held May 16

at the gym located at 2126 Hamilton Road, Suite 100 in Argyle.

Clinics to prepare for the tryouts will be held

Thanks to the help of 17 members of the Argyle Lions Club, 113 breakfasts were served during the group’s Breakfast with the Bunny at Argyle High School.

Proceeds from the event benefitted the club’s community service projects.

In addition to enjoying pancakes, sausage and orange juice, 30 youth and adults received vision screenings. Several were referred for further evaluations.

May 11-14. A mandatory parents’ meeting will be held May 11 at 7:30 p.m.

For more information, visit northtexastc.

com or call 940-383-3839.

New Dance Group to Hold Inaugural Parent Meeting Parents of youth interested in learning

about hip-hop-inspired dance can attend

an informational meeting of the new North

Texas Dance organization May 3 at 3 p.m.

Denton County’s Travis, Other Sheriffs Make Cases to State Legislators

at Marshalls ATA Taekwondo facility, 2900

Denton County Sheriff William Travis traveled to Austin on April 8 to join with other members of the state sheriff ’s association and North Texas Crime Commission to testify to the Texas State House Subcommittee against legalizing and decriminalizing marijuana offenses and synthetic drugs.

beginner to advance team for Denton County

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Argyle Lions Club Helps Others at Easter

Wind River Lane #138 in Denton.

The meeting will discuss pricing, scheduling,

and vision for North Texas Dance’s new youth ages 4-18. Fees will be $25 a month with no tryouts required.

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Argyle Cheerleaders on The

Road to Their Own Recognition

By Mark Miller

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ince Argyle High School started more than

School District director of cheerleading. “It’s not

squads have primarily spent their time supporting

as competitive cheer. That’s not what they’re

15 years ago, members of the cheerleading

other activities. Rarely have they had the chance to

receive some of the same accolades as they have long

Making junior varsity were: Rachel House, Hannah

a lot about competitive cheer. It’s not the same

Lawson, Kaylee Sullivan, Carson Higgins, Jory Kratz,

looking for.”

Kaitlyn Jones, Ashley Stewart, Brooke Bracken,

The UIL competition will allow 20 participants

Taylor Kirkpatrick, Courtney Mills, Lizzie Dagg, Morgan White, Jordan Fabian, Rylie Folmer, Caroline

been giving.

per school in three events – time out cheer, fight song

University Interscholastic League state championship

by any combination of cheerleaders, mascots and

their uniforms in advance of a week-long Universal

“The girls are very excited,” said Thompson, who

University in San Marcos. In between, they’ll work on

That could change next school year thanks to a

pilot program. Argyle will be among the Class 4A

schools participating in the inaugural Texas State

dance and time out dance. Groups can be represented flag bearers.

Roth, Malia May, and Kailey Kientzler.

Argyle team members already have been fitted for

Cheerleading Association camp in June at Texas State

Spirit Championships in January which will allow

also serves as varsity and middle school head coach.

extracurricular activity with more reported injuries

gives them something to look forward to.

several years ago in some all-star competitions but

going to state competitions. They love all that. This

supportive cheer squad. We cheer for everybody and

UIL to monitor safety and provide education for an than any other.

“What they’ve told us is it’s about crowd

involvement and safety,” said Sherrie Thompson, now in her ninth year as the Argyle Independent

She is assisted by junior varsity coach Erin Lemish. “It “They love cheering at the football games. They love

time they’ll get to perform and maybe bring something back for their school.”

Argyle’s

contingent

will

consist

of

a

combination of varsity and junior varsity members. About 75 girls tried out the week before spring break with 44

earning spots – nine on varsity, 17 on junior varsity, and 18 on the middle school.

the specific routines for the new competition.

“It is very exciting,” Thompson said. “We competed

haven’t done that since then because we’re more of a

make signs even for the UIL Academic team where we paint signs for their big competition. We decorate the

hall up for them. There’s so many other things we do besides cheerleading. It will be kind of nice that we will get to be recognized for something also.

“We usually teach them to be givers and leaders and

it’s not about us, it’s about cheering for the others but it will be nice to be able to have a little recognition too.”

Selected for the varsity

were:

Micki

Hirschhorn,

Allison McNeill, Heather

Lindemann, Blair Bowman, Madison Gonzales, Gracie Baum, Haylee Holt, Hayley Little, and Farrah Naderi.

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hat’s the big deal about this place called Adams Furniture in Justin? It’s a question that’s been thrown around a lot about the small-town furniture store, but trust owner Jim Smith when he says customers — new and existing — have been talking about his store longer than you might think.

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Try more than 85 years. While the store has evolved substantially from its early days as a general store, customers see Adams Furniture as one of the last vestiges of a mom-and-pop business — and its employees are prideful of maintaining that service-first attitude.

“We definitely have a generational following, with many grandchildren of customers choosing to shop with us. Our customers can range from 18 to 98 years old. Once a customer said, ‘Let me show you a picture of this dresser we bought from here in the 1940s’” Smith said. “It’s kind of neat, actually. People tell all sorts of stories. It’s nice to know you work somewhere with history.”

Adams Furniture is a simple, yet inviting, 10,000 square-foot store located on the southwest corner of farm-to-market roads 407 and 156 in Justin. Although Adams offers a wide-array of Amish and other American-made furniture, Adams specializes in many custommade options.

...customers see Adams Furniture as one of the last vestiges of a mom-and-pop business.

Smith said this is crucial because it allows Adams Furniture to put money back into the U.S. economy. Not to mention, American furniture is manufactured under strict guidelines that insure no harmful chemicals are being introduced into homes, Smith said.

“American companies use sustainable and renewable hardwoods harvested from American tree farms,” Smith said. “These trees are grown solely for furniture manufacturing. Most foreign companies continue to clear-cut trees from tropical rain forests, therefore contributing to the loss of those rain forests and certainly to global warming.”

All Adams Furniture inventory is sold for less than what you may find at a chain store.

Some of the brands it supports include Broyhill, Howard Miller, Serta, Riverside, Mayo, Borkholder, Yutsey and Best Home Furnishings, among others. Most of those can be found right on the showroom floor; the facility is crammed with living room groups, bedroom sets and dining rooms. Also included are many recliners, lamps, desks, bookcases, and just about anything else you might need for your home.

“We can do a lot more special ordering for customers than what you might find somewhere else, and we don’t do service contracts. So if it’s not right, we take care of it right here,” Smith said. “ It’s very casual, and when people walk in the door, we know who they are. I think people like that, and we like to think we do it better than any other store in North Texas.”

There is little to no turnover at Adams.

Salesman Darrell Field has been there for more than 25 years. Eddie and Jon Romine have worked there for more than 18 and 10 years, respectively.

What that’s done is create an environment where customers know they can work with the same associate years after their first purchase.

“There are customers that will only work with Darrell, Eddie, Jon or me because we know what they like,” Smith said.

Smith added, “You can go to a big-box store, meet a great salesman, but then six-months later that same person isn’t there. You won’t find that problem here. We live in a throw-away society, but Adams takes care of its products, and we provide service for everything we sell. We aren’t the only ones out there who believe in service first, but it is rare.”

Smith embodies the family atmosphere, too.

He came to work at Adams Furniture in 1969 when he was a freshman in high school, and he’s been there every day since. When he got there, the store was already a staple in the community.

The original owner, Bert R. Adams, opened it in 1929 as Adams Cash Store. At the time, competition was sparse, transportation wasn’t easy and few residents were willing to drive to Dallas for household items.

For years, Mr. Adams carried a wide-array of items such as furniture, small electrical appliances, dry goods, nuts, bolts and eventually electronics, washers, dryers, microwaves, gift items, guns and ammo and fishing supplies. Customers could order from a catalog, making Adams Cash Store a one-stop shop. Over time the hardware, electronics, appliances and other non-furniture items were replaced with more quality furniture.

This continued well after Mr. Adams turned

the business over to his son, Bert R. Adams, who later became Smith’s boss.

Despite the changes taking place, they never

lost sight of the businesses’ roots. Smith was a big part of that. As the younger Mr. Adams reached

the point of potential retirement, he looked within the organization for his successor. Smith was an easy choice.

These days, furniture stores tend to be a dime a

dozen with bigger options on almost every street

corner. It’s the goal of everyone at Adams to make their store stand out from those impersonal

big-box competitors. Smith added that most

of their clientele comes from Robson Ranch, Argyle, Lantana, Double Oak and, of course, Justin. He expects this to continue as many new families move into the area.

Come in today and see why generations of

families continue to choose Adams Furniture as their go-to place to find unique and quality

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Real Estate

Why We Live in

Argyle

By Will Woods

Independent School District and the phenomenal accomplishments by almost every extracurricular

activity in the district. They are further impressed

that our children are Eagles at all levels of school and the pride that this brings to them. I also mention the

My wife, son, and I are moving from Lantana to

This conversation always feels like I am defending

highly-desired private school also located in Argyle.

about for a very long time and now are finally making

fact-based conversation and after they realize that you

is here or how highly thought of it is as a private

Argyle this month. This is something we have talked it happen.

Our main decision was never should we move to

Argyle, it was more about what type of home and

Argyle or my decision to live there. It usually is just a

Most people do not even know Liberty Christian

don’t drive to the Oklahoma border, turn left, and then

education facility.

Argyle is one of the best locations in the Dallas –Fort

so many families move to Argyle and how not a single

Then I begin to describe Argyle’s appeal and the

so interesting that I get calls weekly for people looking

destination for our next home. This is when they

once received a call of someone wanting to move out

drive for an hour, they are typically surprised to find out

I sometimes go on to describe why I have helped

Worth Metroplex.

one has ever regretted moving to this great city. I find it

beautiful back rural roads.

things that drew my family to choose this as the

for land or new homes in Argyle, however I have not

upcoming move we have been asked many times,

immediately see my passion for this unique town.

where to live in Argyle. It always has appealed to my wife and I since the first time we drove on some of the

As we have told family and friends about the

“Why Argyle?” sometimes with upturned eyebrows

and an almost demeaning tone to their voice. At first the questions bothered me because I know Argyle so well and what it has to offer, however I had to realize

that most people still do not know much about Argyle.

I find myself first explaining where Argyle is located

and how ideal the location is for a family, professionals, and individuals who travel frequently. Most people

think Argyle is “far” away. When I explain that I can be on Interstate 35-W in five minutes, State Highway

I explain about the beautiful land with hills, trees,

passionately

protect

their

homes on large estate lots. I sometimes mention that

work that was done before me to make Argyle such

of trees, the incredible horse ranches, and the beautiful

I regularly see turkeys walking around some of the

cottage-style homes near City Hall and deer still in the fields. Having lived in Texas my entire life and being

a sixth-generation Texan, Argyle just feels like Texas.

I love that.

growth. I am grateful for this and appreciate all the

a great place to live and raise a family. I know it is impossible to always keep everyone happy, however

I believe the compromises, plans, and decisions that Argyle and it residents have made are almost perfect.

Our city will continue to be a desired location, and

After describing the visual appeal I then move on to

as I mention each month it will be important that

the people, the unique places of business, the sense of

lifestyle and feel that makes this a special place to live.

how close Argyle is to great shopping, restaurants,

community, and rural feel. I find people amazed at the

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residents

community, their quality of life, and the planned

the quality of life and begin talking about the schools,

quality medical facilities, and other important places.

Argyle

scenic pastures, amazing country roads with canopies

114 in 15, at DFW in 25, in Oklahoma in 45, or to Fort

Worth in 40, they typically are shocked. I then explain

of Argyle.

academic excellence that is represented by the Argyle

Argyle and its residents work diligently to maintain the Next month I plan to talk about the best way to

build a custom home on a beautiful piece of land.

Gardening

Add Some

summer colors

with Perennials

By PJ Kratohvil, Complete Exterior Solutions, (214) 735-1364 We hope this article finds you well and enjoying

some of the warmer weather and much needed rain

we have been getting. With summer approaching

everyone is busy whether it’s getting back in shape, cleaning up the yard, or making summer plans, we’ve all got a lot going on.

With summer on its way, so are our water restrictions.

You must make water-wise decisions when selecting flowers and other plants. One of the best ways to add a variety of color to your yard is by planting a strong mix of perennials. Many of these native plants are drought

Q&A Remember to call 214-735-1363 or email pj@c-exteriors.com with any questions you might have or contact us through our c-exteriors.com web site.

Q: Is there a better way to service the brass irrigation and device coming out of the ground inside of my house?

A: Yes, The best thing to do versus making another repair to the old device is to just replace it with an underground double check.

This will help prevent freezing and other maintenance issues and should be pretty close to the same price.

tolerant and can withstand the heat of a Texas summer

Q: We have not been able to grow grass under the trees and our lawn even after we trimmed, what do you recommend?

The top five perennials for North Texas are:

A: You always can try a different grass such as a zoysia which will be thicker, drought tolerant, and requires only three hours of sunlight or a St. Augustine sod that needs typically five hours of sun per day. Both are good options depending on your situation but remember they all need some sunlight to thrive. We often find it’s not just the lack of sun but a combination of things, foot or animal traffic, lack of watering, terrible soil, etc. Instead of replacing it again

without requiring repeated watering.

1) Bearded Iris 2) Coneflower 3) Dianthus

4) Columbine 5) Coreopsis

this year you might want to create more bed space out of the area or install a walking path to break it up and soak up some of the space.

Yard of the Month Winner We want to congratulate the folks at 930 Wagner Way, you were chosen as April’s yard of the month! Thanks for keeping Lantana beautiful. This month’s winner receives 10 flats of annual color soil and fertilizer installed by Complete Exterior Solutions.

Look for next month’s arrival and don’t forget to vote NOW for your favorite Lantana lawn by sending us nominations to admin@c-exteriors.com.

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Why Litigate

When You Can Mediate?

By Dale A. Burrows

Two of the most frequent questions we receive as attorneys when we begin the representation of a client are, “How much is this divorce going to cost me and what is this judge going to do in my case?”

Unfortunately, there is no time traveling DeLorean that can help us predict the future cost and outcome of a case. But rather than predicting the future there is a better method to try to control it.

Divorce is among the most stressful times in any person’s life because of a lack of control. However, most cases do not have to end with an expensive trial in front of a judge who makes a decision based on limited time and facts ending in a result ultimately you and your spouse must live with for the rest of your lives. Instead, we want to empower you to try and take control of your own future.

Nearly everyone has a close friend or relative who went through a “nasty” divorce, but the question is why

did the divorce end that way? Most times it was due to a lack of communication. Communication broke down between the parties which fueled the longterm discontent and drove the case into overdrive. The attorney’s bills grew larger and larger, the judge decided the case, and in the end the parties had to live with the result.

What I just described is the litigation approach to a divorce. Often it is very expensive and stressful, but is there another alternative? The alternative is why litigate when you can mediate. Mediation is a tool just like litigation that attorneys have in their tool belt to help resolve conflict. What is amazing about this tool is that it gives control back to the parties to try to resolve their conflict before it becomes even more expensive and the judge decides for them. This tool also opens up lines of communication once more between the parties, and puts out “fires” to come to an agreement.

Unfortunately not all conflict can be resolved in mediation, but a vast majority of conflict does settle during the mediation process and you do not have to go the litigation route. However, there is a mindset that must be reached for mediation to be effective and avoid costly litigation.

The parties must go into the mediation with the mindset that they do not want to end up in litigation. The attorneys will help the parties come to an agreement but it is ultimately up to the parties to agree. If the parties are being vindictive and torpedo the settlement agreement, there is no doubt that litigation is in their future. When this occurs, the stressful divorce once again heads back down the road of an unpredictable future rather than a controllable outcome.

Ultimately it is your decision, but we would rather represent you the best way possible by letting parties make decisions over their own lives, and their children’s. without the necessity of a trial.

Dale A. Burrows is a *Board Certified Family Law Attorney who also is a certified Mediator and a certified Family Law Mediator. He can meet with the parties, not as an attorney representing a party, but rather as the Mediator and help them craft a settlement agreement in an “informal mediation” process that resolves their conflict. It is called “informal” because the court did not order the parties to attend mediation. They took it upon themselves to do so.

If this sounds like how you would prefer to proceed, give us a call and we will be happy to meet with each of you to explain the process further and how it may be a beneficial method of resolving your divorce while avoiding costly litigation.

The information provided herein is given for general information only. The information presented should not be construed as formal legal advice or the formation of a lawyer/client relationship. *Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization

DALE A. LAW OFFICE OF

BURROWS, P.C.

972.304.6000 2900 Village Pkwy, Suite 330 Highland Village, TX 75077

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Liberty Christian Football

Ready to Take The

Next

Step

By Steve Gamel

T

his time last year, Barton Hundley still was getting his feet wet as Liberty Christian’s new football coach. Spring practices were just around the corner, and for the remainder of that school year, Hundley and his staff were feverishly focused on installing a new scheme heading into the 2015 season.

Looking back, Hundley can remember some

tense moments. All of it was worth it, though.

“We feel like we are miles ahead of where

we were this time last year,” Hundley said. “We went through this first season with five varsity

Hundley said he’ll run spring practice from

May 11-23. Unlike bigger public schools, the

process at Liberty Christian is a bit different for spring ball because almost all of its athletes

play multiple sports. As an example, most of the returning football players are in the middle of the track season.

Because so many athletes are playing other

sports, football takes a bit of a backseat to overall competition.

“We really want these kids competing all the

Just like any other program, there always

should be, so it gives us more eyes out there

of wide receiver Drew Hunnicutt (who will be

on the field.”

attending Dartmouth University) and receiver/

over nemesis Fort Worth Nolan Catholic. Even

when junior quarterback Nick Starkel broke his

receiver Justus Lee, junior running back/

linebacker Kyleb Howell, sophomore receiver

Jalen Hurt and running back/defensive back Ryan Vollenhals.

“We feel very confident with who we have

good as we can be. We have good pieces in together. The rest will take care of itself.”

linebacker Hunter Griffith (Abilene Christian)

in this year’s spring practices. Hundley said

those, as well as others, won’t be easy to replace, but Liberty always finds ways to get the right players in the right spots.

One key player who will return is Starkel,

arm, the team managed to make the playoffs

who completed just more than 66 percent

Houston St. Thomas in the second round.

touchdowns. He only threw four interceptions,

and won its postseason opener before falling to

Other key returners include junior wide

place, so it’s just a matter of fitting them all

to graduation. Liberty will not have the likes

opened the season 5-1, including a huge win

Oklahoma State.

better overall.”

some new guys to get back up to where we

fully capture Liberty’s success. The team

Starkel already has received several college

scholarship offers, the biggest coming from

back,” Hundley said. “We just want to be as

a long time, and we feel like it helps make us

are top players who need to be replaced due

TAPPS 1-5A in 2014, but the record doesn’t

an even better 2015 if he stays healthy.

time,” Hundley said. “It’s been a staple here for

coaches, when they typically used 11. We hired

The Warriors went 7-5 overall and 4-3 in

and the thought is that the Warriors will have

of his passes in 2014 for 1,609 yards and 19

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Argyle Lions Club

Easter Pancake Breakfast

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ROCK N ROLLS FOR THE CURE PIRANHA PICNIC PARTY May 2 Event to Combine Food, Fun and Hope for Children’s Cancer Patients

By Mark Miller

Dennis Fontana, manager of the Flower Mound

with Radu Cernat, known by some as “The Violin

a charity event in which to link while Michelle

“We had wanted it to be something within the

location of Piranha Killer Sushi, was looking for

Guy,” highlighting the evening at 8.

and Steve Bjornberg wanted a new way to raise

community or someone we knew or the right cause,”

meeting the Bjornberg’s sister-in-law Ariel Nevitt,

we wanted to look into it and I met with Michelle

awareness of childhood brain cancer. Thanks to his both will be getting their wish.

The inaugural Rock N Rolls for the Cure event

will be held May 2 in the parking lot outside the

restaurant in the shopping area southwest of Long

Fontana said. “We had heard about this cause and

and Ariel and thought ‘wow, people I already know.’

While it was sort of a coincidence, it was what I was looking for. It’s the right cause with a local tie.”

The Bjornberg’s have a personal tale relating to

Prairie and Dixon roads. Kids’ activities will be

the cause as their daughter Sydney Reece died in

music groups taking the stage at 4. And of course,

Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma, better known as

available between 1 and 3 p.m. with the first of three there’ll be plenty of food and beverage available for just a $10 donation.

Music will kick off with Brad Thompson, who

specializes in top 40 hits and classic rock. He’ll be

followed at 6 p.m. by country singer James Hinds

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June 2013 from an inoperable brain tumor called

They held the inaugural Run Against the Odds

event last November that raised $30,000.

“Childhood cancer is extremely underfunded,”

said Michelle, whose full-time job is promoting the group’s efforts. “Less than one penny of every research dollar goes to childhood cancer. It usually

comes from someone like Dennis or me who want to do something.

“Sixty percent of adult cancer research comes

from pharmaceutical companies, none for our

kids. So while everything for the kids is extremely

underfunded, one in every 285 children in the U.S. will be diagnosed with cancer.”

She said cancer is the No. 1 disease killer of youth

with brain and other central nervous system tumors ranking behind only leukemia as the top threats.

“Sydney was the one who started my passion

but it’s the statistics that literally keep me up at

night,” said Bjornberg, whose son Nicholas is 12.

“The statistics drive me every day. I literally can’t look a child in the eye and think I did nothing to help them.”

Sponsor booths and VIP tents for Rock N Rolls for

DIPG. Her death at age 12 prompted her parents

the Cure are available and can be obtained through

The Cure Starts Now organization which recently

or 940-395-2499. Information about The Cure

to learn about and start the North Texas chapter of received much publicity from the case of college basketball player Lauren Hill.

Fontana at dennis.fontana@piranhakillersushi.com Starts Now is available from Bjornberg at michelle. bjornberg@thecurestartsnow.org or 972-333-0344.

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By Steve Gamel

Simple Yet effective rgyle is one of the latter. Per University Interscholastic League rules, the Eagles aren’t allowed to conduct full-contact spring workouts due to their classification (4A). Only Class 5A and 6A teams are permitted.

Does it make a difference, though? Argyle coach Todd Rodgers has seen both sides of it. While working as an assistant coach at Marcus in the 1990s, spring football was a staple for what has become a tradition-rich program. Since taking over at Argyle, his players have gone without it and done just fine.

The Eagles have played in four state title games, three over the last four seasons.

“When I was at Marcus, we always looked forward to spring football. It was a great way to know what you look like as a team,” Rodgers said. “With our classification here, some things just don’t work. We have a lot of kids who play multiple sports. I’m a big multi-sport guy, so we don’t want to disrupt that.”

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While many high school football programs are gearing up for spring practice, others are not.

Rodgers will conduct what he called a “football skills period” this month. Just like in previous years, it will be a very basic version of spring practice and will only focus on simple patterns, schemes and movement.

Rodgers said they still will get plenty done, but the schedule will be altered slightly to work with various baseball, and regional and state track meets. Football practices will run through the end of the school year, which is also timed perfectly with the annual National Collegiate Athletic Association evaluation period.

While the workouts themselves may sound too pedestrian for some, it’s hard to argue with the formula. Before losing in last year’s title game, Rodgers’ crew rattled off 31-straight wins. That included winning the 2013 Class 3A state title. There never is a need to stress over replacing key players, because Argyle always seems to have someone new step up the next season.

That will be especially true for 2015. Gone are star running back Nick Ralston (who will be attending Arizona State University) and starting quarterback Cooper Rodgers. The bulk of the team will return, but the coaching staff already is assessing unknown stars who could make an impact next year.

“We’ve got our depth chart and projections at this point, so now it’s just about fine-tuning that,” Rodgers said. “Once you get them in there, you teach them as best you can. It still gives us a chance to head into the summer knowing a lot about our football team.”

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A Word from Dr. Matt . . .

Spring is in full blossom, and it emanates the

proverbial ambiance of new beginnings and new

life. This notorious reputation of spring may hold

true for many families who have been so blessed to expect a new arrival. In fact, statistics show an

increase of babies born throughout the summer with August being the highest number.

Though it is beyond my expertise to understand

what peculiar cosmic influences are taking place

Caring For Your Dental Health During Your As is well known, many changes occur during pregnancy as a result of increased hormone levels.

For many pregnant women, these hormones can result in swelling and bleeding gums that can later lead to food trapping and further irritation to your gums. It has been documented that oral infections like gum disease can result in pre-term birth, so prevention is the key with good dental care. More frequent dental cleanings may be recommended not only during the pregnancy, but also during breastfeeding.

Regular dental work also is important during pregnancy to reduce the chance of infection.

Because the first trimester is a crucial time for your baby’s organ development, it is best to postpone necessary dental treatment until the second trimester, and though single diagnostic x-rays lack the radiation to cause adverse effects, it is best to

nine months prior, it is within my realm to express

avoid x-rays until after birth.

during pregnancy.

avoided in the third trimester to prevent the risk

the importance of dental health and oral hygiene

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Non-emergency dental appointments should be

of premature labor and prolonged lying on your back. Emergency dental appointments should not be delayed and can be treated during pregnancy with certain precautions.

To best maintain your dental health during

pregnancy, always eat a balanced diet, practice good

oral hygiene including brushing and flossing, and

make sure to keep your preventative dental exams and cleanings. Enjoy your new bundle of joy and happy smiling!

Dr. Matt is a practicing dentist and owner of Country Lakes Family Dental.

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‘All About That Base’?

Is it

Collagen, The Bottom Line

I must admit, occasionally I fall for the bells and whistles and scientific hype advertisers promote to sell anti-aging skin products. We constantly hear about the magic sparkle creams endorsed by celebrities, all claiming to be the fountain of youth – me and billions of other people.

Recently, it seems that “collagen’” is the word that sells, anything and everything as the new anti-aging cure. Collagen is the most abundant protein in the body. It gives body tissues their form, providing firmness and strength. Your ligaments, tendons, bones and skeletal muscles all are held together by collagen. It is even the main component of your hair, skin and nails.

As we age, the body’s ability to make collagen protein slows, our skin loses the strength of its

foundation, and becomes lax, wrinkled and even sags.

Someone had to say it.

Collagen is a huge molecule, far too large to be absorbed through the skin. Basic biochemistry teaches us that it cannot be somehow absorbed through the skin from a cream and incorporated in the skin’s own collagen matrix. Rubbing it on your skin only temporarily coats the flaking skin cells, and fills the crevices, giving the appearance of smoother, healthier, and hydrated skin.

Truth is, healthy skin does not need creams applied to moisturize or hydrate. Collagen also cannot be taken as an oral supplement, as it is water-soluble and is easily broken down by our stomach acid.

Unfortunately, there is no quick fix, pill or cream to replace collagen. What actually does work?

Rejuvenation Provide your body with nutrients which support collagen production.

Yes, we are back to the basics: a diet rich in fruits and vegetables. Vitamin C is a critical nutrient for collagen production in the skin. Super-foods like peppers, oranges and grapefruits, dark leafy greens, peaches, kiwi and tomatoes. Foods high in Omega-3 fatty acids such as cold-water fish like salmon and tuna help keep the skin supple. The sulfur in garlic helps your body produce collagen and supports damaged collagen fibers. Tomatoes inhibit enzymes known as collagenases, which destroy collagen.

No surprise here, but not smoking and staying hydrated also are essential to protecting and encouraging collagen production. The quickest way to destroy collagen is sun exposure.

Think about the wrinkle-free, smooth skin on your bottom. Why is it so much more youthful than the skin on your face, chest, neck and arms? Your bottom rarely sees the light of day. Suddenly, Meghan Trainor ‘s song takes on an entirely different meaning, and it IS all about that base. And don’t hate me for this one; that my friends, is the bottom line.

By Rebecca Romanucci, RN Advanced Aesthetic Registered Nurse Injector Owner/Manager RSR Medical Skin Rejuvenation, L.L.C.

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Alex Betzhold was gifted, the personification of youthful happiness and success. Then, on Jan. 17, 2012, when his parents tried to awaken the then-13-year-old for school, they discovered in horror that he had died in his sleep from an undiagnosed heart problem. An autopsy revealed an enlarged left ventricle.

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in the hours after Alex died.

The community rallied to support survivors who include father Steve, older sister Claire, now a senior at Argyle High School, and younger sister Sophie, a freshman.

That Friday, mourners gathered outside after a varsity basketball game for a prayer vigil. Classmates, Already a 6-footer so athletic he coaches and teachers alike shared starred on the 7th-grade basketball stories about Alex amidst audible team and so mentally acute he was sounds of grief. Then, as Steve started a state University Interscholastic to tell of his family’s gratitude, a light League winner in Number Sense, flashed across the sky. “Someone said Alex was the kind of boy who excited ‘It’s a shooting star,’ ” said Mary. The the dreams of others. He was a nice crowd gasped. kid with lots of friends at school “I felt God’s presence,” Mary said. including teammates and competing “For the first time all week I had a athletes. He participated actively in change of heart, a feeling God had Argyle United Methodist Church’s greater plans for Alex than I could youth group. imagine.”

Mary Betzhold, Alex’ mother, Among those attending the remembers the searing pain vigil was KTCK radio broadcaster

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Set for May 9!

By Eric Williams

George Dunham. While listeners usually expect the Dunham & Miller Morning Show to be lighthearted and irreverent, they warmly received Dunham’s moving account of that experience. (You can hear the podcast at theunticket.com/ life-altering-story-for-georgedunham/).

Argyle’s support for the Betzhold family was just beginning. Friends organized an event inspired by the shooting star and Alex’s love of basketball called Shoot for the Stars. Organizers put on a 24-hour free-throw-shooting event where 24,770 free throws were made. With entertainment, vendors, and a silent auction supporters raised $30,000 toward an outdoor community basketball court.

The next iteration of Shoot for The Stars will take place May 9. As in

previous years, Dunham and the Bird Dogs will perform. So will Abbey Cone, a musical artist with Argyle roots. There also will be a bike rally, a 3-on-3 basketball tournament, a Color Run sponsored by UNICEF, a car show and a community balloon release honoring loved ones who have passed. You even can bring old Pinewood Derby cars for a new race.

Argyle High School with the music and silent auction at Fuzzy’s Tacos.

As at the first event, an organization called Living4Zachary will provide free heart screenings for young adults 18-24 who have made appointments.

For more details, visit shoot4stars. org web site or email parrington@argyleisd.com or Most events will take place at mbetzhold@argyleisd.com.

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According to a recent Dallas Morning News

to 43,189 last year. A lot of that was attributed to

their win. None of the girls semifinal games drew

and ice created havoc in North Texas and may

the 6A girls semifinal between Flower Mound

the girls tournament starting on a day where snow

have kept fans from attending the semifinal games, the article said.

For the first time since 2011, the article goes on to

article) of the championship game attendance for DFW teams:

BOYS Class 6A —

over

moving

the

viewed as a worthy host site and Austin has welcomed growth of Austin’s South by Southwest music and media festival in recent years changed that a bit by making hotel rooms scarce, the article pointed out.

I, for one, like the idea of rotating venues for

Plano West vs. Houston Clear Lake (10,781) Lancaster vs. Beaumont Ozen (10,217)

the Astrodome in Houston. Now, the championship

BOYS Class 5A —

GIRLS Class 6A —

Argyle vs. Abilene Wylie (5,064)

business, I covered Marcus’ football state title game at weekend is hosted at AT&T Stadium in Arlington.

Eventually, I think that will change. And that’s

GIRLS Class 5A —

OK. Any top level venue will give these athletes a

GIRLS Class 4A —

Some venues pointed out in the article were Dallas’

GIRLS Class 3A —

total attendance for the boys tournament was 84,794.

Sunnyvale vs. Shallowater (4,281)

79,688 at the Frank Erwin Center, where the boys

should be noted that the Argyle girls vs. Abilene

One down note was the attendance for the girls

among games involving DFW teams. The Lady

tournament, which drew 34,642 fans compared

agonized

championship sites. When I first got into this

According to the article, which was published

and girls tournaments were held for the last 37 years.

officials

the boys since 1931 and the girls since 1951. The

Below is a brief breakdown (per the same

Bryan Adams vs. Canyon (4,247)

That’s an increase from last year’s attendance of

UIL

10,000 fans.

from Austin’s Frank Erwin Center to the Alamodome

a week after the tournament ended in March, the

appearance in a state tournament game.

tournaments. The Frank Erwin Center has long been

largest classifications (4A-6A) each drew more than

Skyline vs. Houston Cypress Woods (4,813)

in San Antonio was a smashing success.

and Skyline. Flower Mound was making its first

point out, the boys championship games in the three

article, the University Interscholastic League’s decision to move the state basketball tournament

more than 3,500 fans, the article stated. That included

Though not directly mentioned in the article, it

Wylie title game drew the third-largest attendance Eagles claimed their first state title since 2006 with

chance to showcase their talents on a grand stage.

American Airlines Center, Houston’s Toyota Center and San Antonio’s AT&T Center. The Alamodome also can host football games.

Judging by the attendance numbers above, there

are plenty who agree with me.

Until next time, I’ll see you on the sidelines.

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Spring Break 2015

Panama Mission L

iberty Christian School was excited to announce that for the 17th year, it partnered with Real Impact Missions for the Upper School mission trip! This year’s trip was to Panama City, Panama. They journeyed to share the gospel through drama, street evangelism, work projects, and by working with local schools and churches to extend their reach.

“Panama was life-changing! I went in unsure of what the Lord had for me but was excited to be taken out of my comfort zone, and I definitely was!

From day one the Lord showed up and started revealing Himself to me in ways that I hadn’t seen Him before. On our first work day there, a group from our team went out and came across a woman in a wheelchair who had been paralyzed for 10 years. Our group prayed for her and the Holy Spirit worked through us and a few minutes later she was able to stand up from her wheelchair, and that was just day one! It was so encouraging and so powerful to be a part of a team of people who had the same focus and desire. We were all mission-minded, and the Lord used our obedience and servant hearts in powerful ways. Our group was so vulnerable and raw with each other. People were so eager to stand up and share their testimonies or what the Lord did in them that day. Through one person’s boldness, a whole reaction started and we saw people one by one coming to freedom and healing through confession - people coming to Jesus for the first time! The Lord worked through us to change so many lives of the people of Panama, but He also changed so many lives from our group on the trip. At the end of the trip we had over 50 people who had decided to be baptized in the ocean! It was so encouraging as a senior to see the lower classmen really step up and step into what the Lord has for them. Overall, the Lord really used this trip to encourage me and open my eyes to the beauty and power that happens when you come together with a strong body of believers to glorify Him! There is nothing greater than walking in freedom and knowing that we are making a difference in the Kingdom!” — Abbi Armstrong “Panama was an incredible experience and an amazing way to finish off my high school mission trips. I went into the trip nervous because there were not a lot of seniors going. Within the first few hours of being in Panama the Lord reassured me that I was not here for myself, but to serve the other students around me and the people of Panama. He taught me to take my eyes off myself, because a life with your eyes fixed on Jesus is far better than a life focused on yourself. With this truth spoken into me, I knew I could walk confidently in who Jesus had called me to be on this trip. In Panama, I was able to watch younger girls grow in their relationship with the Lord and find freedom in Christ. There is nothing better than seeing students break down walls and allowing the Lord to take control.

The Panamanian students at the schools we performed the drama at were very open to hearing the gospel, and many of them accepted Christ. It was amazing to see how the Lord made divine appointments with kids at school to see this drama. It was evident that He had gone before us to prepare the people’s hearts in Panama. I will never forget this mission trip and the way it taught me to boldly step up as a leader and proclaim the name of Jesus in every situation.” — Miranda Lehman

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Argyle Chamber Excited About

Fundraising Golf Tournament

By Mark Miller

If last year’s inaugural outing was any indication,

year’s tournament fills the maximum 120 spots.

Golf Classic presented by Point Bank should

four available for $500 and sponsored four-player

the second-annual Argyle Chamber of Commerce

Individual players can enter for $150 with teams of

“We hope everyone has a good time playing and

giving back at the same time,” Sullivan said. “One

of the things that was overwhelming to me last year

was how ready, willing, and able the volunteers were.

It was ‘please give me something to do’ or ‘please let me help.’ The atmosphere was amazing.

“At the end of the day for our very first golf

teams for $750. All feature golf and a cart, plus a

tournament ever, there were no complaints. People

a noon shotgun start at Denton County Club.

dinner from the Denton Country Club, range balls,

course. That’s the only negative feedback we got and

and scholarships for Argyle-area college-bound

Participants can win cars from two dealers

be outstanding.

The 2015 event will take place May 18 with

box lunch from Texas Roadhouse of Flower Mound,

would have liked to have a little more beer on the

Proceeds will be split between volunteering charities

goodie bag and a variety of prizes.

students.

– Frisco’s Hendrick Volkswagen and Toyota of

available. Visit argylechamber.org or contact

$10,000 raised. Each of the 11 charities received

three par-3 holes. Several holes will feature tastings

940-464-9990.

Last year’s event featured 92 players with nearly

Denton – for holes in one on two of the course’s

more than $500 with $4,000 going to scholarships.

of beverages including Red Bull, Angry Orchard,

“To start out with we had the most beautiful

we’ll rectify that this year.”

Player and sponsorship opportunities remain

Sullivan

at

chamber@argylechamber.org

or

Travelor, Nue Vodka and Silver Star.

day you have ever seen in the state of Texas,” said

Chamber office manager Margie Sullivan. “It was

like God was shining a light on us saying ‘have a good time.’

“You could call it a Cadillac tournament. People

were met when they pulled in and their golf bags carried and escorted. The participants were pampered and treated like royalty and that’s we plan to do again this year.”

Sullivan and other event organizers hope this

Celebrate Earth Day on April 25

By Mark Miller

Residents of Denton County and beyond are invited to honor the environment and help make the community a better place to live at the annual Lantana Earth Day/ Community Cleanup event April 25 from 9 a.m. until noon at the North Amenity Center, 11565 Lantana Trail.

The festivities are being organized by the Denton County Fresh Water Supply Districts 6 and 7. They will help celebrate the 45th anniversary of what is considered the birth of the environmental awareness movement.

“It’s a good community event,” said Lantana General Manager Kevin Mercer. “We try to keep the community focused and have community-wide events where they can participate and meet their neighbors if they haven’t met them and get together with their neighbors and get to know each other and get the word out to what Earth Day is all about.”

Many of the same vendors from the past will be back. That includes: • The Upper Trinity Regional Water District and Denton County will host hazardous waste disposal.

• Waste Management will have a roll-off dumpster for bulk waste for landfill.

• Co-Serv will present its popular arcing/electrical safety demonstration.

• DFW Reclaimers will accept electronic equipment, old appliances, and batteries.

• Members of the Denton County Sheriff ’s Department will collect expired prescription drugs.

• A document shredder will be available for free use.

• The Lantana Ladies League will host Earth-friendly family activities.

• Lantana Golf Club will distribute items and discuss golf memberships.

• Cadence Cyclery will educate bikers and perform minor bicycle repairs.

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• The Boy Scouts will help take trees to attendee vehicles and clean up hike and bike trails.

Gold’s Landscape will again be providing free trees, but this year recipients will have to work a bit to receive one.

“It will require attending a brief tree-trimming demonstration which will be done by a professional horticulturalist who will give you tips and guidance on how to professionally and properly prune a tree,” Mercer said. “Once you sit through the demonstration which will last only about 5 or 10 minutes, you’ll be given a certificate which will enable you to obtain a free tree.

“What we witnessed in the past was we’d give these trees away and landscapers would see them sitting in peoples’ driveway and never get planted and they’d die which is not what we envision or want to be the outcome. We want these trees to be planted near your drive to provide nice shade for our children and our children’s children in the future.”

New this year will be Lantana Earth Day t-shirts for $15. Proceeds from the event will help purchase trees that will be planted east of Stacee Lane along the hike and bike trail extension.

Event sponsorships and volunteer opportunities are available by contacting Mercer at 940-728-5050.

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Sq Ft Total

Beds

Bath

Acres

Current Price

4425 Hidden Meadows Trail

2,077 4

2/0

0.140

$212,500

3205 Tamarack Lane

2,947 4

3/0

0.149

$253,990

225 Sunrise Drive

2,189 3

2/1

1524 4th Street

3,000 3

4/0

125 Sunrise Drive

3,374 4

3/1

$362,100

217 Waterside Drive

3,024 4

3/1

$395,000

1409 6th Street

4,423 4

3/1

$435,308

421 Boonesville Bend

3,629 4

3/1

0.240

5840 FM 1830

5,091 4

4/1

1014 Pioneer Circle

3,016 4

2405 Winthrop Hill Road 3237 Club View Drive

$284,000

Address

Acres

Price

Lot 6 Fincher Rd

1,000

$165,00

Lot 7 Fincher Rd.

1.000

$165,000

Lot 8 Fincher Rd.

1.000

$165,000

Lot 9 Fincher Rd.

1.000

$165,000

Lot 11R Charyl Lynn Dr. .713

$39,900

310 Oak Dr.

n/a

$65,000

314 Willow St.

.455

$75,000

209 Boonesville Bend

.250

$120,000

$499,000

0000 Cosmos Way

1.362

$145,000

2.495

$525,000

0 US 377

.189

$149,00

3/0

3.558

$549,000

000000 Fincher’s Bend 1.000

$159,900

4,644 5

4/2

1.032

$590,000

24 Fincher Trail

n/a

$159,900

3,839 4

5/1

$644,000

2 Fincher Trail

n/a

$169,900

20 Fincher Trail

n/a

$174,900

1004 Fincher Trail

1.010

$174,900

$346,117

Residential Lots Sold in AISD (Last 6 Months) 0 Charyl Lynn Drive

n/a

$25,000

Lot 15 Prairie View Court 2.500

$175,000

000 Walnut Street

0.322

$139,000

Lot 20 Prairie View Court 2.500

$175,000

452 Taylor Rd

1.999

$150,000

11 Fincher Trail

n/a

$179,900

513 E Hickory Hill Rd

n/a

$214,500

Lot 35 John Well Ct.

2.500

$225,000

00000 Sam Davis Rd

6.621

$528,219

500 Gibbons

8.790

$550,000

2054 Briar Hill Road

1.637

$198,900

00 Squirrel Run Road

2.505

$207,500

2.425

$220,000

1.672

$250,000

4 Badminton Drive 5605 Masters Court

8100 Firestone Drive

n/a

$250,000

5800 Pine Valley Drive

1.655

$290,000

900 Show Master Ct.

5.005

$550,000

8505 Lighthouse Drive

2.232

$310,000

000 Sam Davis Rd.

6.611

$555,324

624 FM 407

5.897

$595,000

8350 FM 1171

10.000 $650,000

Lease Properties Available 4425 Hidden Meadows Trail 1,990sqft

$1,750

0 Interstate 35 W

19.657 $856,259

3412 Hornbeam St

1,872sqft

$1,795

0 Gibbons Road

n/a

$1,000,000

3212 Hornbeam St

2,576sqft

$1,895

8350 FM 1171

n/a

$1,050,000

3400 Hornbeam St

2,928sqft

$2,025

724 Charyl Lynn Dr

1,431sqft

$1,495

1964 W Jeter Rd. W

19.619

$1,299,000

411 Goodnight Trail

2,742sqft

$2,300

0 Dunham Rd

22.800 $2,300,000

214 Shenandoah Court

2,796sqft

$2,700

11900 Dunham Rd

31.722 $4,899,000

8601 Riviera Court

4,840sqft

$5,500

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