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Table of
Contents
Beauty, Health
and Wellness ISSUE Look For the Icon
Ask the experts
On T he Mike Cover i s No Metr sker of o De nt
12 Fitness with Outlaw Fitcamp 15 Organizing with Crystal Nerpel 18 Real Estate with Make The Move Team 23 Travel with Terri Guthrie articles 06 Considering A Chemical Peel?
Featured Article
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Not Hail Season? Metro Dent Still Has You Covered
09 Lake Dallas & Guyer Set To Take On New District Slates 10 Inside Community and Education 14 Thousand Hills Church Bringing Back Popular Craft Fair 24 Tiny Homes 26 Sheriff’s Corner with Sheriff Tracy Murphree 27 Best Prevention to Virus Spread 27 Lake Cities Mardi Gras
Editor’s Pick
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28 NCTC Annual Gala 30 Foodie Friday DFW with Jay Marks Real Estate
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Beauty, Health and Wellness Article
Considering A
Chemical Peel? Read This First! by Contributing Writer
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ntentionally harming already damaged skin might seem illogical, but that’s exactly what a chemical peel does. The intent is to inflict just enough harm to trigger the body’s regenerative healing process. As damaged epidermal cells slough off, healthier, smoother skin takes their place.
Which Skin Conditions Can a Chemical Peel Treat?
Chemical peels are most commonly used
PHENOL
keratoses - scaly, precancerous spots
damage or aging. The chemically-treated
pigmentation, dark spots and actinic
to an area of skin affected by acne, sun
caused by sun exposure.
outer layers of skin are removed, and in
and bears the brunt of exposure to the outside world. Friction,
ultraviolet radiation, wind, dry
air and pollution accelerate skin damage, while acne can leave unsightly scarring in its wake. Skin sheds constantly - in
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exploit this process of epidermal turnover by causing intentional, localized damage
Your skin is your body’s largest organ
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skin has renewed itself. Chemical peels
to treat sun damage, acne, uneven skin
How Does a Chemical Peel Work?
TRICHLOROACETIC ACID
month, your body’s entire outer layer of
fact, approximately 1,000,000
epidermal cells slough off every
day, and in a bit more than one
their place, healthy new skin cells appear. Types of Chemical Peels The most commonly used substance is glycolic acid. Derived from sugarcane, it belongs to a class of acids called
“fruit acids.” Glycolic acid is a relatively mild substance, which targets the
superficial layers of the skin. Several
applications may be required to achieve the desired outcome, and this type of
peel may be insufficient for more severe dermatological problems.
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Unlike glycolic acid, phenol peels work their way deep into the skin, and are so strong that a treatment takes only thirty minutes. Phenol generally yields excellent results - but the recovery time is long, peaking at one to two weeks after treatment and taking up to three months before the skin no longer appears damaged. Trichloroacetic acid peels occupy a middle ground - neither as mild as glycolic acid nor as powerful as phenol. Trichloroacetic acid may be more effective than glycolic acid at reducing the appearance of fine lines, and the recovery time tends to be shorter than that of a phenolic peel. Possible Side Effects Chemical peels can be highly effective but are not without potential risks. Applying caustic acid to the skin leaves the treated area tender, red and sore. Some patients may experience infection or scarring. Side effects are most pronounced after a phenol peel - at worst, the skin may ooze before scabbing over and progressing to a stage of healing which resembles sunburn. There is also the risk of permanent hypopigmentation a distinct lightening of the skin.
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No Pain, No Gain Do the benefits of chemical peels smoother, finer, younger looking skin, fewer fine lines and a reduction in sun damage, dark spots or acne scars outweigh the potential side effects? Ultimately, that’s a question you have to answer for yourself. Chemical peels are a unique way to undo the visible signs of aging and environmental exposure. They aren’t without risk, but they often succeed where other treatments do not. To ensure that a glycolic acid, phenol or trichloroacetic acid peel is right for you, always get evaluated and treated by a board-certified cosmetic dermatologist. They can tell you if your blemishes are serious or benign, if a chemical peel is a suitable procedure for your skin type and apply the peel at the correct strength and appropriate frequency.
GLYCOLIC ACID
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LAKE DALLAS &
GUYER set to take on new
district slates
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by Steve Gamel
ust like every high school football team in the state, Lake Dallas and Guyer found out which districts they will be apart of for the next two years when the University Interscholastic League announced its biennial reclassification and realignment slate on February 3. Lake Dallas, which is in Class 5A Division II, is now in a massive nine-team District 7-5A Division II with Denison, Frisco, Frisco Lebanon Trail, Frisco Liberty, Frisco Memorial, Lovejoy, Princeton, and Prosper Rock Hill. Meanwhile, Guyer stays in Class 6A but will have its hands full in a revamped District 5-6A lineup that includes Denton Braswell, Allen, Prosper, McKinney, McKinney Boyd, and Little Elm.
Frisco Liberty and Prosper Rock Hill, a
brand-new school opening this fall, are the only newcomers. The trick for the Falcons
will be finding a way to compete with that
slate. They won just two district games last
season and missed the playoffs for the first time since 2016.
For all sports except football, Lake Dallas’ district will be slightly different. District
to compete with slate.
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Another coup is that should the Wildcats make the playoffs, they will certainly be battled tested. Another coup is that should the Wildcats make the playoffs, they will certainly be battled tested. This is important as they lost 16 starters to graduation, including star running back Kaedric Cobbs and wide receiver Seth Meador. Eli Stowers returns at quarterback but won’t start the season as he’s still recovering from a knee injury in last year’s state title game loss to Austin Westlake. Guyer coach John Walsh told the Denton Record-Chronicle that he is excited about the team’s entire schedule. Not only will they face Braswell, but the Wildcats will also face longtime rival Ryan in Week 2. “We’re excited to be back playing someone from Denton ISD and maybe creating a rivalry,” Walsh said of Braswell to the DRC. “Cody [Moore] has done a great job out there. The good news is we are going to play in four of the nicest stadiums in the state. They’re all good venues, including ours.”
season in which it finished
Walsh always feels his teams are prepared for tough sledding, and this year won’t be any different. Since 2010, Guyer has competed in four titles games while winning two. They’ve flip-flopped classes regularly during that stretch, and Walsh has made it a point to schedule the best teams possible in nondistrict.
Division II. There are several
Along with Ryan, this year’s nondistrict
6-5A features Colleyville Heritage, Denton, For Lake Dallas, being lumped into a Denton Ryan, Grapevine, nine-team district is starting Birdville, Richland, Justin to become an old hat. And The trick for Northwest, and Saginaw. much of this year’s version the Falcons will Meanwhile, Guyer’s football remains the same as the be finding a way team is coming off a banner previous district. Denison, Frisco, Lebanon Trail, that Memorial, Lovejoy, and Princeton were all opponents of the Falcons in each of the previous two seasons.
school, Braswell, for the first time. Braswell makes the jump from 5A after making the playoffs out of Lake Dallas’ district. Guyer will also get its hands on Allen. The Wildcats have never beaten the Eagles but already planned to play them in nondistrict had the two not ended up in the same district.
as state finalists in Class 6A
positives with Guyer’s lineup. For starters, it’s a chance to play fellow Denton ISD
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Inside Community
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PAWS IN THE PARK Mon., Mar. 16 - Fri., Mar. 20 | 10am-1pm, 1-4pm | Design Time Castle Hills 995 E. Valley Ridge Blvd. • Lewisville, TX 75057 The 7th Annual Weenie/Wannabe race is upon us! Dachshunds and “mixed” small breeds, 20 pounds or less are welcome to register. Participation is free. To register your fur baby, visit www.facebook.com/LewisvilleAnimalServices and click on the EVENTS link.
Sat., April 18 | 10am City of Corinth Public Safety Complex 3501 FM 2181 • Corinth, TX 76210 Have you ever wondered how to make a rain barrel? Or, wanted to know the benefits of storing rainwater? Keep Corinth Beautiful is hosting a workshop where you will learn, build, and take home your own rain barrel. For $55 you can register your spot on EventBrite at http://buff.ly/2VulklR.
Inside Education
VENDOR FAIR AND TRAINING DAY Sat., April 25 | 8am-12pm Denton Community Council of PTAs 1307 N Locust St. • Denton, TX 76201
SUPERIOR RATINGS FOR VISUAL ARTS The Lake Dallas High School Visual Arts Department had 62 of 67 student artworks that competed in the Regional Visual Arts Scholastic Event on February 22 receive Superior ratings, and medaled at the regional level. For the 19th year in a row, the LDHS Art Department advanced to the State Competition with 7 pieces of artwork. Congratulations! photo courtesy of Melaynee Broadstreet
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A fun event for PTA members, booster clubs, and organizations, hosted by the Denton Community Council of PTAs! Before you start working on next school year’s events, come talk to local vendors about fundraising, merchandise, school supplies, and more. If you were elected to a new position, there will be positional training as well.
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MARKET STREET MERCANTILE CORINTH TO HOST STATE OF THE CITY EVENT Sat., March 21 | 9am-12pm | Corinth City Hall 3300 Corinth Pkwy • Corinth, TX 76208 The City of Corinth will host its first annual State of the City Address. This presents an opportunity for residents, business owners, and community leaders to learn about City services, development projects, and ways to get involved in local government. City Manager Bob Hart will be there to deliver the primary address. For more information, email CommunityRelations@CityOfCorinth.com.
Mon–Sat 10am-6pm Market Street Mercantile 275 Market St. • Lake Dallas, TX 75065 Support your local businesses by dropping by the Market Street Mercantile for their Opening Day on April 1st! A unique style to shopping this storefront will showcase vendors with retail items, crafts, home décor, clothing, handmade specialty items, and more!
WILDCAT CRAFT FAIR Sat., April 11 | 9am-4pm Guyer High School 7501 Teasley Ln. • Denton, TX 76210
SPRING CRAFT FAIR Sat., April 4 | 9am-3pm | Lake Dallas High School 3016 Parkridge • Corinth, TX 76208 It’s that time of the year! Save the time and come ready to shop for some great items at the Spring Craft Fair hosted by the Lake Dallas Band Boosters. Shop local and enjoy the concessions. For vendor information, email www.LakeDallasBandBoosters.org.
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Guyer High School’s Wildcat Band is hosting their 4th Annual Craft Fair. Featuring all of your favorites: local vendors with gift items, homemade crafts, home décor, jewelry, clothing, woodworking, and more. Come support the band as all funds raised will be used for equipment, uniforms, and scholarships! photo courtesy of Oscar Ban
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Ask The Expert: Fitness
Are You Leaving These Important
Things Out of Your Workout? by Jesse J. Leyva, Owner of Jesse James Fit & Outlaw Fitcamp
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here’s a natural tendency to jump right into your workout and then head immediately to your car as soon as you’re finished. And who can blame you? Everyone is short on time these days. But if you practice what should be done before your workout and immediately afterward, you’ll improve your progress and results. Here are 10 additional things that need to be a part of your fitness routine. Before you workout:
1. Get enough sleep. Adequate sleep will not only give you the energy you need to do an effective workout, it also keeps your hunger hormones at bay, so you don’t overeat after you leave the gym. 2. Drink! A lot of us grab our water bottle in the middle or end of our workouts, but it’s just as important to hydrate before you begin. We suggest your daily amount of water be half of your bodyweight in ounces per day. 3. Grab a snack. This one is not a must—if you’re not feeling like eating before your workout, you don’t need to force yourself to eat. But if you’re even a little hungry, grab a healthy snack
so you have the energy to exercise. And if you exercise first thing in the morning, as many of us do, then eat something.
roller to help with muscle soreness after
4. Make sure your workout clothing and footwear are right for your workout. This isn’t about style. Make sure you’re wearing workout clothing that allows you to jump, stretch, run, and move every way you need to. Wear athletic shoes that give you the support you need.
3. Drink water.
5. Do a dynamic warm-up. Warming up raises your body temperature, increases your range of motion, and prepares your muscles for what you’re about to do. It also decreases chances of injury.
kind of snack will replenish glycogen
Right after your workout: 1. Stretch. While dynamic stretching is best for warming up, those regular old stretches you’ve done since middle-school gym class are what you need for cooling down. Stretching muscles that are already warmed up helps your joints stay mobile and improves your range of motion. Hold these stretches for at least 15 seconds each. 2. Use a foam roller. Rolling on the foam roller works out any kinks or knots that may have developed. Experts also recommend using a foam
exercising since it increases blood flow to the tissues you used in your workout.
The only thing listed on both our pre- and post-workout lists is drinking water. That’s
because it’s so important to stay hydrated! 4. Eat after exercising.
Giving your body the fuel it needs after a tough workout is essential. The right
stores and rebuild muscle. Try to take in at least 20 grams of protein with your postworkout snack.
5. Track your progress.
Right after your workout is the best time
to track your progress—while you’re still at the gym. Keeping track of what you did
allows you to keep challenging yourself. Make your workout the
best it can be!
Give us a call today. We can develop
a personal workout routine for you to
meet your fitness goals and teach you an effective pre- and post-workout program as well.
Next time you’re getting ready to workout, just remind yourself that adding a few
minutes before and after your workout will give you quicker and better results!
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Thousand Hills Church
bringing back popular
craft fair by Steve Gamel Photo courtesy of Chris Brasher
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s busy as Thousand Hills Church is with hosting outreach events for their congregation throughout the year and getting involved with the community, they admit that it’s been way too long since they held one event in particular. Well, that wait is officially over. The Thousand Hills Church Craft Fair is back by popular demand and is set to take place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on April 25 on the church grounds. The event, which hasn’t happened in at least five years, supports and promotes local businesses while bringing the entire community together for a day of fun in the sun. “It’s always been the goal of this church to bring people together and open everyone’s eyes to all the amazing things we have right here in this community,” local businesswoman Chris Brasher said. Brasher is helping organize the craft fair. “This has always been a well-attended
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event; it just hasn’t happened over the last few years.” She added, “We’re bringing it back, and the hope is that everyone will come out and have fun.” Brasher said anyone and everyone is invited. There will be food trucks, a bounce house for the kids, vendors, and more. More importantly, this is a chance to support your local crafters. Whether it be a local artist, photographer, home baker, or crafter, you’ll be able to find just about anything at the vendor booths. “These are people who are right here in your community,” Brasher said. “We deserve to have something close to home.” For more information on the craft fair and all the fantastic events Thousand Hills Church has on tap, visit their events page at https://thousandhillspeople.org/events. The application deadline for vendors is April 11. Interested parties should contact Chris Brasher at info@reimagineitnew.com.
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Organizing: Ask The Expert
Embracing Change By Being Organized by Crystal Nerpel, Owner of Cloud Nine Organizing
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t’s inevitable; Life is constantly changing. Each stage of life brings new adventures along with the occasional challenge. How organized and prepared you are for those challenges could have a huge impact on how well you embrace the change.
Learning to embrace change with open
arms isn’t always easy. It’s human nature to want to hold on to what you have or
stay in your current situation because it’s
comfortable. Change, on the other hand, is uncomfortable. Sometimes, even painful.
Even though we know certain things are
unavoidable, we are still surprised when
they happen. The big one: death. It’s one of the most emotional events any human
can experience: the death of a loved one. This can be a very emotional, heavy time. Life will be a bit more manageable if
everything is organized and prepared for us. Do you know who needs to be
contacted? Is there a life insurance policy? Is there a will? Do you know where these documents are located?
As life moves forward, family dynamics shift and change. We are never static.
That’s the beauty of life, and if all goes
well, we grow into wiser, better versions
of our old selves. If you need help getting prepared for all of life’s changes, Jennifer Balmos, PLLC, in Flower Mound can help
Another emotional life event is when your children grow up and go off to college. My own daughter is graduating from Guyer High School this year. I’m so proud, but seriously...how did it happen so fast? (I’m not emotional, you’re emotional).
you with the important life documents
Luckily, we have been mentally and financially preparing for this big life event for 18 years. Making monthly contributions to a College Savings Plan has eliminated so much worry for our family. We are focusing on the new adventure ahead without having to stress over tuition costs.
for big life events like family vacations,
that will protect you and your family.
Cloud Nine Organizing can help you
organize those important documents and vital information.
Being organized and planning ahead college, retirement, and even death
prepares you and your family for almost
anything life throws your way. Even if you aren’t looking forward to the change, at least you will know exactly what to do
when life happens because you will have all your ducks in a row.
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NOT hail season? Metro Dent Still HAs You Covered. by Steve Gamel | photos courtesy of Metro Dent
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hen hail season is running rampant in North Texas, paintless dent repair facilities are bursting at the seams helping customers get their banged-up vehicles in tip-top shape and back on the road. But when Mother Nature finally takes a few months off, many of those same facilities see business slow to a crawl. That has never been the case at Metro Dent in Lewisville because, well, they’ve never been an ordinary hail repair facility.
Mike Nosker and his team created a one-stop-shop that is just as much a full-service body shop as it is a reliable place to rid your car or truck of a few dozen hail dings. Instead of traipsing all over town working with multiple facilities for oil changes, repairs, detailing, restorations, or even a state inspection, Denton County residents have found it is a massive timesaver to just drive over to Metro Dent — whether it’s hail season or not. “We provide the highest and most consistent quality and service and also add valuable time back into people’s lives by being a one-stop-shop,” Mike said. “We still see 5 to 10 hail repairs a week, but we stay busy year-round because we’ve eliminated the need for a client to go to multiple
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places — sometimes on multiple days — to get their needs fulfilled.”
Metro Dent is locally owned and operated and has been serving DFW better than anyone else for more than 26 years. Their comprehensive list of services
includes full-body dent repair, minor
collision jobs, paint correction, detailing
what Metro Dent does. And Mike says
Mike said. “Hail falls under comprehensive
Many of the clients they see during non-
customer’s premium by filing a claim.
now is as good a time as any to come in. hail season have been putting off repairs but realize the importance of getting it repaired before the next storm. Some didn’t notice the hail marks until now
when the sun has started shinning again.
and reconditioning services, glass
When it comes to
and vinyl wraps. They also do wheel
you might be asking
treatments, and window tinting.
where your vehicle
And that’s for starters. They service cars
answer is yes. Mike
replacement, ceramic paint coatings,
insurance claims,
repair, oil and filter changes, window
if you can choose
and trucks as well as boats, RVs, and
dirt bikes. All Metro Dent technicians
are certified and have at least 15 years of experience in the industry. And if
that weren’t enough, Metro Dent’s Auto Spa & Concierge Services have three
detailing packages (Emerald, Sapphire, and Diamond). These services range
from a basic exterior wash to clay bar
decontamination, interior detailing and stain removal, hand wax and polish, and more.
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is repaired. The
stressed that it is every vehicle owner’s right to choose their own
insurance and will not increase a
It is also important to remember that if you filed a claim and didn’t repair it last year,
you may lose the opportunity to file a new claim and potentially would have to pay
out of pocket. So if you have been waiting, there is no reason not
“We provide the highest and most consistent quality and service and also add valuable time back into people’s lives by being a one-stop-shop...”
facility. Metro Dent
to get it fixed.”
Metro Dent is open Monday through
Saturday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. During hail season, Metro Dent
offers extended work hours, free pickup and delivery, free
works on your behalf with a licensed
car rental, and personalized service. No
approved at the proper level, which
“Hail is right around the corner. So is
independent adjuster to get your repair means you are assured of the highest
quality service. Plus, they can help with
your deductible and still offer loaner cars and a lifetime warranty.
appointments are necessary.
summer,” Mike said. “Now is the time to get your vehicle looking its best for any and every occasion. We will continue
to work tirelessly to exceed customer
“Many customers think that their rates
expectations, service needs, and
are now figuring out that it isn’t the case,”
straight Best of Denton County award.”
would go up by turning in a claim and
demands to raise the bar for a third
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Ask The Expert: Real Estate
Making Your
Home Healthier by Beth Caudill, Owner of Make the Move Team
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e all want to live healthier lives. But we spend so much time focusing on clean eating,
exercising, and making a myriad of other
healthy choices that we sometimes forget to be just as intentional with the health of our home.
Think about it: If your home is healthy, that will have a positive impact on
everything you’re doing to improve your personal health. After all, home is where the heart is. It’s that place we retreat to
for relaxation, comfort, and wholesome
enjoyment. If things are breaking all the
time or the air is dusty and dirty, how can we possibly improve our quality of life? It’s a domino effect that I suggest you
avoid at all costs — whether you plan on
living there for another 20 years, or you’re looking to sell to the next healthy family that comes along.
Here are a few basic things you can do monthly or annually to maintain your
home without creating a ton of extra work: Change your air filters
Clogged air filters lead to dirt and allergens taking over your home.
Change the filters out every 1-2 months,
as needed. Not only will this keep the air you breathe clean, but it will decrease
how much you have to manually dust and clean each room in the house.
Clean off the coils on your outside HVAC unit
Dirty A/C coils work harder to keep
air flowing through your home, which
increases your energy usage, puts more
strain on internal components, and costs you a ton of money in the long run. I have a coworker with a 19-year old unit. It keeps chugging along because she takes a few minutes each month to spray the unit with a water hose to keep dirt and grime out. Replace caulking around windows Check your windows regularly to make sure they are sealed appropriately around the edges. If they aren’t, buy a tube of caulk to weatherproof the entire window. The goal is to keep the cool air in and the heat out in the summer, and vice versa during the winter months. Clean out your dryer vents They say a dryer vent can be cleaned out
once per year, but if you have a big family and find yourself doing several loads of laundry each day, you may want to keep an eye on everything. A clogged dryer vent can at best increase the time it takes to dry your clothes inside the unit, and at worst start a fire. We hope you enjoyed this article, though it’s merely just a conversation starter. If you’d like to learn more, or if you have questions about real estate, interest rates, market and housing trends, or anything else that has to do with the Lake Cities or surrounding communities, give Make The Move Team at eXp Realty a call.
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Maximizing The Quality
of Education by Brooke Ezzo
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n February 1, 2020, the Denton Public School Foundation hosted one of their biggest fundraisers of the year, the Groundhog Day Gala. This year’s theme was Education and All That Jazz, and guests filled the Denton Convention Center in their best 1920s attire. The Denton Public School Foundation is a non-profit corporation founded for the purpose of raising and providing support for the teachers and students of Denton ISD.
“The Foundation was established for the purpose of raising funds to enrich and maximize the quality of education in the Denton ISD,” said Jenifer Fuller, Gala coordinator. Many might not know that most school districts partner with education foundations to help support staff and academic programs. Although the Foundation is a separate entity, they work in cooperation with the Denton ISD administration. “The public schools are supported by tax payer dollars, but this usually covers the basics,” Jenifer said. “We feel that our kids deserve more, so the goal of the Foundation is to find support within the community to make that happen.” One way to make this happen is by fundraising.
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“The Groundhog Day Gala is the Foundation’s largest fundraiser and celebration of the year,” Jenifer said. “We have a Donor Reception just before the big event to honor those who have given either new endowments or significant contributions to the Foundation over the previous year.” Celebrating its 18th year, the Gala did not disappoint. The decorations made you travel back in time, the silent auction room was adorned with incredible items, and the room housed the Library to Go bus. When it was time for dinner, everyone found their seats and enjoyed entertainment by the Denton High School Jazz Band and the Braswell High School Royals Dance team. Master of Ceremonies was Mike Vance, President of the Denton Public School
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Foundation. We also heard from Board of Directors Weston Thaggard and Mike Woods. Denton ISD Superintendent Dr. Jamie Wilson gave the introduction of special guests and sponsors. “The Groundhog Day Gala is a wonderful way to break up the winter doldrums,” Jenifer said. “People are emerging from the post-Holiday slump and we hope to offer a little sunshine while we celebrate.”
programs are formed to enrich the lives of the students and staff. Jenifer said a goal of the Foundation’s for next year is to simply try and keep up with the growth of the district and by raise awareness of the Foundation in the community. The 19th Annual Groundhog Day Gala will be held on February 6, 2021.
We Feel That Our Kids Deserve More
The profits from the Gala are used to create permanent endowments that will provide teacher grants and scholarships, creating programs, and student scholarships. “This past year we focused on the Library to Go bookmobile and Outstanding Meal Balances for Child Nutrition,” Jenifer said. Monies raised from the Gala each year allow the Foundation to continue their mission of supporting the education of our children. As donations come in, incentives and special
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Travel: Ask The Expert
Hwy 30A
Florida photos courtesy of Terri Guthrie
by Terri Guthrie
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n 1981, my husband, Ron, had his first Air Force assignment at Eglin Air Force Base in Florida flying F-15 Eagles. It was a very exciting time and is still a common sight today to see and hear fighter jets fly over the Gulf of Mexico as you play on the beach. My first job was at the Destin Chamber of Commerce and then as a radio news anchor at WFTW. This area is very special to us and why I wanted to share about 30A – the scenic two lane road that is filled with charm, natural beauty and pristine sugar sand beaches!
Blue Mountain: Head over to For The Health of It. It’s an organic food and produce market where you can fuel-up with fresh juices or smoothies. It’s also a great place for a body massage. There’s actually large hills so be prepared to take stairs down to the beach. Grayton: The Shard Shop is a trendy make-your-own-art boutique. They offer classes in ShardART. This is a
place where you can create an original art piece. Or buy a piece of original art from artist and owner Mary Hong. The classes are fun and therapeutic. Seaside: This is such a picturesque little village. Lots of great waterfront dining and rooftop bars. I love shopping here and stopping at Modica Market, a quaint gourmet grocery. If you want to learn to surf, attend Austin Magee’s Surf School at Seaside. Austin is our cousin and is an awesome international surfer.
Rosemary Beach: We love this area and The Pearl Hotel reminiscent of a European villa. Bike rentals are popular here so consider a bike trip – my kind of exercise! There are endless things to discover along the 24 mile stretch of 30A. It’s always an active family vacation or a relaxing romantic getaway!
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Tiny Homes Are The Talk Of The Town In Lake Dallas by Steve Gamel
T
erry Lantrip’s phone is ringing again. And at this point, he doesn’t have to look at the caller ID to know
Someone is calling to talk about the new Tiny Home Village in Lake Dallas. And who can blame them? Three years ago, the long-time real estate developer thought it would be neat to create a first-of-its-kind community of movable Avenue between Main Street and E. Hundley Drive. Not only was everyone he pitched the concept to sold on it, but once these quaint homes started showing
If NBC wasn’t calling, it was D Magazine, WFAA, or some other media outlet. Tiny homes were officially a thing. “Isn’t it crazy?” Lantrip said with a laugh. “When I first started this, I wasn’t sure if
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homes — which range in size from 200 to 400 square feet — joined the community
in October. By the end of February, there
were 11. By this summer, there will be 13. Each home is hooked up to city facilities
with resident access to a washateria and a
But all these homes are built using the highest standards. Once the houses came in, and everyone met the residents, they realized how nice these homes are.
became a national story.
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around, it has never experienced anything
future community center.
up and families began moving in, it
there’d be enough interest.”
And for as long as Lake Dallas has been quite like this. The first of Lantrip’s tiny
what it’s about.
tiny houses on Gotcher
This is what you call real estate gold.
For the people who live there, it’s not a novelty
— it’s home. And Lantrip has been pleased with the reception.
“They love it,” Lantrip
said. “There’s definitely a sense of community
among the people who live there.
They interact more than your typical
neighborhood. In the beginning, there
were concerns that this would become a bunch of trashy trailers. But all these homes are built using the highest
standards. Once the houses came in, and everyone met the residents, they realized how nice these homes are. The people in
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them are great clientele who want to be active in the community.”
Lantrip has always had an eye for
alternative housing projects. He saw his
first tiny house in 2014 at the State Fair of
Texas. The following year, there were nine of them at an Earth Day event.
“You could take a tour of them, but I was so pressed for time that I didn’t have a chance to go inside,” Lantrip recalled.
“The line to get inside was a mile long,
but I remember thinking, ‘that’s a really neat concept.’”
That’s when the wheels in Lantrip’s head began churning. He had an acre of land with a farmhouse just sitting there in
Lake Dallas that he could pretty much do
whatever he wanted with. The only caveat
when he purchased it was that he couldn’t tear down the existing farm or get rid of
the beautiful pecan and cedar trees that had been there forever.
“At first, I had the idea that it would be a combo of tiny homes and RVs,” Lantrip
said. “The City Council said no to the RVs but admitted they were intrigued by the tiny house concept. They were open to the idea of something different.”
Mission accomplished. The collection
of little homes share the 1-acre lot with plenty of beautiful trees, a picnic area, and a fire pit. Eight lots are 20x40 for
a total of 800 square feet. Five lots are larger at 900 square feet. In addition to the initial cost of the home, each homeowner pays rent for their plot
of land starting at around $500 per
month. Additional amenities, including a community garden, are on the horizon. “You make it your home,” Lantrip said.
“It’s been a lot of work; the phone doesn’t stop ringing. But it’s been fun. I’m sure things will settle down soon.”
The village is not open to the public,
but Lantrip said a tour is scheduled for
this summer. For more information, visit lakedallastinyhomevillage.com. www.LakeCitiesLiving.com
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SHERIFF’S W i t h
S h e r i f f
T r a c y
Crisis Intervention Team
S
heriff Tracy Murphree stated, “Mental health is a crisis in our country and is a major problem facing law enforcement. I am very proud of our Crisis Intervention Team and the work they do to ensure our citizens suffering mental crisis are properly cared for.”
The Denton County Sheriff’s Office Investigators assigned to the Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) use their dual certifications as Peace Officers and Certified Mental Health Officers to obtain the most appropriate placement for individuals assessed for emergency commitment.
apprehension and detentions
The CIT provides the citizens of Denton County with professional law enforcement mental health assessments and transportation of the mentally ill. In doing so, the CIT conducts emergency
with the goal of reducing the number of
independently and in conjunction with Denton County MHMR, the
Local Mental Health Authority (LMHA).
The CIT remains in constant cooperation with the Local Mental Health Authority
and area law enforcement agencies to
comply with jail diversion requirements
mentally ill persons being inappropriately
M u r p h r e e
We are
HIRING
Detention
Officers! If you are interested in a career in Law Enforcement, join our family and be a part of a great organization. Detention Officer I positions start at $38,752.00 per year. Visit our website to apply. www.governmentjobs.com/ careers/dentoncounty
incarcerated in the Denton County Jail and other detention facilities within the county.
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best prevention
to virus spread by Denton County Commissioner Precinct 3 Bobbie Mitchell
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s you read about COVID-19 in the news or hear about it from family and friends, I’d like to assure you that our Denton County Public Health is focused on keeping you informed. Although COVID-19 is a new disease, the Denton County Public Health is using existing epidemiology response plans
to provide guidance to local hospitals, emergency responders, and medical providers within Denton County on screening protocols to be aware of as well as symptoms. DCPH also is reminding the public of steps everyone can take through preventive health practices such as handwashing, covering coughs and sneezes, avoid touching your face, staying home when sick and avoiding others who are sick. These are the same tips we use for helping to prevent the spread of influenza each year. DCPH is continuously engaged in communication with federal, state, and local partners regarding COVID-19. Community members are encouraged to visit www.DentonCounty.gov/ Coronavirus for more information.
Connect With Us: Facebook: DentonCountyTX | Twitter: @DentonCountyTX If you have any questions or comments, please let me hear from you. My email is bobbie.mitchell@dentoncounty.com and my office number is 972.434.4780.
Lake Dallas
photos and info courtesy of Natalie McAdams
Mardi Gras
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n Friday, February 21st, Lake Dallas City Hall celebrated all that was Mardi Gras. Families and friends gathered and enjoyed music, parades, food and festive contest.
Below is a list of winners from some of our favorite contests.
Mask Winners
Lake Dallas Elementary: 1st: Amalia G.
2nd: Yvette T. 3rd: Aubree M. Lake Dallas Middle School: 1st: Juyin O. 2nd: Brianna R. 3rd: Myra P. www.LakeCitiesLiving.com
Parade Contest winners
1st: Thousand Hills Church 2nd: Texas Red Hot Mamas 3rd: Denton Jeep Club
The Crawfish Eating Contest winner John Hamilton
2nd Place LD Elementary Mask Contest: Yvette T. 3rd Place LD Elementary Mask Contest: Aubree M. 2nd Place LD Middle Mask Contest: Brianna R. 3rd Place LD Middle Mask Contest: Myra P.
1st Place Parade Contest: Thousand Hills Church
3rd Place Parade Contest: Denton Jeep Club
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NCTC names
alumni, community service
award
winners At Annual Gala by Steve Gamel
A
fter months of anticipation, we now know who the North Central Texas College Foundation selected for two highly-coveted awards that were presented at the annual NCTC Foundation Starlite Gala on February 21.
James Cooksey, who attended Cooke
for providing best-in-class real estate
1968, was honored with the 2020 F.M.
the highest standards of honesty, integrity
County Junior College (Now NCTC) in
strategies and solutions while maintaining
individuals, organizations, and businesses for their service to the college and
community. There were six winners this year, each representing one of NCTC’s campuses. The honorees were the
Graham Chamber of Commerce and Visitor’s Bureau, Bowie 4B Sales Tax
Hemphill Distinguished Alumni award,
and commitment. Prior to its acquisition
can be granted to graduates and former
Jackson Cooksey ranked among the
The award was established more than
in the Dallas and Houston areas with an
distinguished president of the class of
years. The company was named one of the
“It was a great night,” said Debbie Sharp,
numerous philanthropic organizations
Work For” in 2018, 2017 and 2016 by Best
NCTC. “The feedback we’ve received was
the years while also being involved
“There is an art to exceptional success
which is considered the highest honor that
by Newmark Knight Frank in July 2018,
students of NCTC by the Foundation.
largest commercial real estate brokerages
20 years ago in honor of the college’s
impressive average broker tenure of 20
1926. Mr. Cooksey has been involved in
Nation’s “Best and Brightest Companies to
both professionally and personally over
and Brightest.
on a variety of boards that support community initiatives.
and longevity in the real estate industry, and our recipient has honed that art to
According to a press release from NCTC, Cooksey founded the Dallas-based
perfection,” said NCTC Foundation Board member Steve Schmitz.
Jackson Cooksey Company in 1982,
The NCTC Foundation also established
centric corporate tenant focus and
roughly 10 years ago to recognize
creating a firm known for its customer-
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the Ed Wright Community Service Award
Corporation, Serve Denton, CASA of
North Texas, Mollie Avelino of Lake Dallas ISD, and Argyle United Methodist Church
Men’s Leadership Team for their work with Casting for a Cause.
vice chancellor of external affairs for
positive; everyone enjoyed the speaker
tremendously and student speakers, too,
as far as hearing their testimonials on how scholarships and NCTC has impacted
their lives. The highlight of the evening
was being able to honor our distinguished alumni recipient. He is a very personable,
outgoing person who said a lot about how NCTC impacted his life, as well. It was fun to hear from him.”
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Below is the Winner of the F.M. Hemphil Distinguished Alumni Award
Below is the complete list of honor Circle Inductees from the NCTC Foundation Gala. Patrons Honors Circle
• Lone Star Coaches, Inc.
• Louise Haverkamp
• Jimmy Jack Hatcher, Attorney at Lay, Memorial Scholarship
• Sherry D. Smith • Taylor Christian • Dan Fleck • Claud and Carol Fry Scholarship • D.A. Davidson & Co, • Dr. Bruce King • Holiday Auto – Graham • Marilyn L. Collins
Photographed above is James Cooksey (third from the left)
• Ranger Energy Services, Inc.
• Jo Ann Pettus Founders Honor Circle
• Mary Jenkins
• Dr. Rochelle Gregory
• Graham Economic Improvement Corporation
• Doug Anderle Memorial Scholarship
• Jess N. Turner
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• Charles R. Horn
• Shea Brown
• Gohlke Pool Supply, Inc. • Erica Thompson • Brad Isbell • Kay Schroeder • Scott Brown • James C. Cooksey • Dr. Larry Gilbert • Shedrick Pittman-Hassett
• Lynn Peters • Graham Rotary Club Scholarship • Kevin Henson Memorial Scholarship • Trident Process Scholarship • June Littlepage Scholarship Bronze Honors Circle • Summit Club of Flower Mound • Reverend Garland and Patricia Wallace Scholarship • Bruce Street • Dick and Patty Haayen
• Karen Stewart
Sterling Silver Honors Circle
• Crown 3 Equine Veterinary Services
• First State Bank Scholarship
• Leeton Phillips
• Jackie Pitcock
• Sheldon and Shelly Connell • Roy Culberson
Pure Gold Honors Circle
• Toni Deweber
• Axis Realty Group
• Emily Lewis
• Frank and Dorothy Knapp
• Kristen Weinzapfel • Jamie Kemp • Sivells Bend United Methodist Church • Vesta Lin Stacy
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• Medal of Honor Host City Program Scholarship
• Karon Sullivant
• iOffice
• Brad Cozart
Photographed above is Serve Denton
• Abernathy, Roeder, Boyd & Hullett, PC
• SB Street Operating, Inc.
• Thomas W. Bass
Photographed above is Mollie Avelino of Lake Dallas ISD
• North Texas Medical Center Auxillary
• Johnny Leftwich Gainesville Kiwanis Scholarship
• Bryan Insurance Agency
Photographed above is Argyle United Methodist Church Men’s Leadership Team
Benefactors Honors Circle
• Greco Services, LP
• Denton County Transit Authority
Below is the list of Winners of the Ed Wright Community Service Award
• Denton Black Chamber of Commerce
White Diamond Honors Circle • Dr. Pat Ledbetter • Ralph J. and Dorothy Lewis
• City of Corinth
• William A. Bill Adams
• James B. Goldworthy State Farm Insurance
Blue Chip Honors Circle
• Retail Commerical Specialty Flooring
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Foodie Friday DFW: Grapes to Wine
Grapes
TO WINE S
When you walk into Grapes to Wine
own living room, as well as a new, large
it feels like you’re walking into the wine-
enjoy their wine on a beautiful Texas
does know your name. We were even
also enjoy live music - largely with a
Tuesday that everyone has their “assigned
Contrary to popular belief, you do not
located in the Bartonville Town Center,
covered patio which is a great place to
bar version of Cheers. Everyone seriously
day. A couple times a week, you can
told by a group who meets there every
70s/80s/90s vibe.
seat” at the bar. And watching Dan interact with all of them was so much fun. Their motto is “Enter as strangers, leave as
friends,” and we absolutely felt that while we were there with them.
have to be a member of Grapes to Wine
to visit! While it does earn you discounts if
you choose to become a member, anyone is welcome at Grapes to Wine! (Even Diet Coke drinkers!)
In addition to the bar, Grapes to Wine also
So, let’s talk about their wine selection,
like you’re enjoying a glass of wine in your
selection of over 250 wines that will satisfy
has a large dining area where you’ll feel
shall we? Their Wine Wall has a unique
novices and wine experts alike. If you’re not sure where to start, Dan is happy to
help you find a wine that will meet your personal taste.
They also have several wines on tap,
which are great to try for $7 during their
Happy Hour which is every weekday from 4:00-6:00pm.
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ure, you might find it comical that this month I’m reviewing a wine bar considering Diet Coke is my beverage of choice, but we know what an integral part Grapes to Wine owners, Dan and Hazel Adams, are to our community, so we knew we had to tell their story!
With every glass of wine, there should also be a perfectly curated dish of food to go along with it! Since this is Foodie Friday DFW, let’s talk about some of their food. Their Cheese and Charcuterie Board is filled with some beautifully-unique cheese selections. Or you can try one of their signature sandwiches or flatbreads like the “Dan Special” Chicken Salad Sandwich or the California Flatbread. We love this neighborhood wine bar because we know they value the idea of “community” as much as we do. So, if you’ve never been in to visit Dan and Hazel at Grapes to Wine, we suggest you get yourself over there soon!
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