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Contents

November 2017 • Volume 4 • Issue 11

Highlights

20 Education notebook

Mansfield ISD Superintendent Dr. Jim Vaszauskas was a finalist for Superintendent of the Year in Texas ... and more.

On the cover

Mansfield ISD’s new STEM Academy is just one of the many new opportunities available to MISD students of all ages through the Power of Choice initiative. To learn more about the programs, go to page 18.

Photo: Richard Greene

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Local leaders talk about that for which they are especially grateful this year.

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32 Spotlight on dental health

Meet some of the prominent dental health care professionals in the area.

36 The ‘other’ NASA

UTA’s Native American Student Association provides a means to meet, share and blossom.

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42 Home SWEET! Home

Departments

Starting Line ... 10 This ‘n Data ... 12 Scene ... 22, 58, 62, 68 Around Town ... 24 Style ... 52 The Tee Box ... 66 Dining Guide ... 72 Health/Fitness ... 74 Sights/Sounds ... 76 Speaking of Sports ... 78 Itinerary ... 80 Finish Line ... 82

After Will and Jeannie Deakyne purchased their home last April, they gave it a complete remodel.

50 Q&A

Meet Aldo Fritz, the new CEO of Downtown Arlington Management Corporation.

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In our Classic Car feature, we look at an automobile that represented luxury for only a few during the Great Depression.

54 Go Steelers!?

Local fans of the Black and Gold have their own informal club – in Arlington.

Starting Line

Gratefully yours

There’s a reason I believe Thanksgiving is the best of all the holidays

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s both of the avid readers of this column will no doubt recall, I gave you my proverbial two cents’ worth in this space last month extolling autumn. Well, I’m not done extolling. This go-round, I want us to turn our attention to the latest AP poll, which reveals that, for the 12th year in a row, Thanksgiving retains the top spot among all holidays past and present – including Elizabeth Peratrovich Day, which, apparently, is cause for some pretty raucous celebrating in Alaska every Feb. 16th.

I realize that Christmas generates the lion’s share of the buzz, and rightly so, given its spiritual foundation AND the fact that we have to have some holiday during which we can pay Mel Torme his due. And, make no mistake, Christmas is pretty special when you have young children and/or absolutely no yearning to find a parking space at the mall on Dec. 23rd.

But one of my contentions is this: Thanksgiving is Christmas without all the pressure. In both cases, you will welcome Aunt Lena and Uncle Buster into your home, but this month, you won’t fret over the notion that she might already have chartreuse slippers and that he really didn’t seem to appreciate receiving a Three Stooges tie last year. This month, you can Yale Youngblood Editor gather in bunches sans a bunch of presents – and pretense.

You’ll simply hug, visit, laugh, and, in many cases, pray, which is kind of the point of the fourth Thursday in November.

My prayer on the fourth Thursday of this November will focus on that for which I’m personally grateful: my family, my friends and my fantastic fortune (which, it is important to note, has nothing to do with how much money I have in the bank).

You see, the fourth Thursday of this November marks my 12th Thanksgiving among the living following an ordeal that occurred on the first Wednesday of August 2006 that nearly killed me. For roughly a fortnight, I lay in a bed in the intensive care unit of a local hospital in a medically induced coma after a tooth infection went terribly awry, leaving the aforementioned family and friends to call on a higher power to save my life.

Dr. Daniel Dugan was not that higher power. He was just the oral surgeon who carried out the Hippocratic Oath, while saying a few prayers of his own, to miraculously manage to get me back on my feet again.

I visited his office the other day, as he was called on to take care of a tooth issue with which my wife was dealing. He came into the waiting room, hugged me, and showed me a picture of a man he had treated just a week earlier. “His case was just like yours,” he said. “He’s only the second patient I’ve ever lost. I was afraid you would be the third.” We embraced once more.

And now you know why I decided to continue extolling.

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The Protector

Attorney Karen Schroeder loves taking care of her elder clients take care of themselves,” she says.

“They need a protector to make sure their legal needs are being met. I have always tried to act with integrity, kindness and character. I want to be remembered for treating people the way I want to be treated, and I take special joy in working with Karen Schroeder elder clients.”

Her law firm specializes in wills Photo courtesy of Karen Schroeder and trusts, elder law and guardianships, asset and wealth protection and aren Schroeder, a noted local attorney probate. with emphasis on “local,” now has a Since 1994, Schroeder has built a repunew locale. tation on providing sound legal represen A native Texan raised in Arlington and tation. In fact, top national corporations, practicing law in the area for more than county governments, small businesses and two decades, Schroeder will be moving fellow citizens have sought her candid, her practice to 550 N. Walnut Creek, Suite informed advice.

110, in Mansfield later this month.

But she says her greatest professional When she does, the honors graduate of satisfaction came when she started her Arlington High School Class of 1985 will private practice and began to take on elder continue her focus on elder law, a niche clients who can be overwhelmed by the that has not only served a significant need legal complexities that come with planning in the Arlington and Mansfield area, but for the golden years and beyond. one that has proven to be a dream come “My clients are provided a professional true for Schroeder. “I’ve always had a and personable environment in which they passion for taking care of people who can’t

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feel comfortable and assured that their legal needs are understood and addressed by an attentive and caring attorney,” she says. “I keep them updated on the progress I am making and include them in every phase of their case.”

She says providing personal attention to her clients and her community alike allows her to become intimately familiar with her clients and their legal issues, and to maintain dealings based on confidence and trust.

Outside the office, Schroeder continues to raise her family in Arlington. Her grandparents, Roy and Ruby Schroeder, moved to Arlington in 1968 after Roy retired from the US Air Force. Her parents, Ken and Alice Schroeder, have been Arlington residents since 1972.

Karen and her husband Brian Evans enjoy time with their blended family of four, consisting of Jessica, Alex, Ashley and Chrissy, three “spoiled-rotten” grandchildren, and Joy, their rescue pup.

“My family and my faith are the cornerstones of my life,” she says.

For more: karenschroederlaw.com.

City introduces new Dream Team Digital Ambassador program

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rlington Mayor Jeff Williams is calling all Arlington residents: Become a member of the city’s Dream Team and show your hometown pride!

During last month’s State of the City address, Mayor Williams noted that the City of Arlington is launching its Dream Team Digital Ambassador Program to help spread the message about events and news happening in our great community.

His colleague Jay Warren, the city’s marketing communication manager, says that with people getting their news from so many

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different sources these days, it’s harder and harder to reach residents and tell them about what’s happening in Arlington.

“In an effort to increase engagement with our residents and awareness of events and news happening in Arlington,” Warren says, “we wanted to create a digital ambassador program. We are truly building our dream team.”

Mayor Williams’ announcement about the program came during the address, which was hosted by the Arlington Chamber of Commerce. For more: arlingtontx.gov/dreamteam.

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owie Hogg couldn’t have known at the time that the billionaire host of the popular national NBC television show he was participating in – as a competitor on “The Apprentice” – would eventually be elected president of the United States. That TV host was, of course, Donald Trump, aka “The Donald,” aka these days as “Mr. President.”

“The future is known to no one, but it would have been interesting to see how Hogg’s life would have changed if he had won out on Bowie Hogg “The Apprentice,” but eventually what he heard was ‘You’re fired,’” says O.K. Carter, the co-creator of the popular downtown lecture and happy hour series Arlington on Tap. Hogg will be the featured speaker at the next Arlington on Tap at 6 p.m. on Nov. 14 at J. Gilligan’s Bar and Grill, 400 E. Abram St. His topic: “My Life After the Donald.”

The free Arlington on Tap is sponsored by the Arlington Historical Society and Arlington Today Magazine.

Carter says it was obvious why Hogg (and yes, his ancestry includes a family relationship to former Texas governor, attorney general and Hogg County namesake Jim Hogg), was selected as a candidate for the apprentice. He’d been president of his senior class at Arlington High School, a football star and a much-lauded, award-winning student at Texas A&M University.

“Not counting ‘The Apprentice,’ Hogg has been successful at virtually every endeavor he’s been involved with over his adult life, including election to public office,” Carter says. “But I’ll leave it to him to spell out how things have gone since he and the future president of the United States parted ways.”

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‘V’as in veteran

A full slate of activities is planned to observe Veterans Day

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rlington will play host to several Veterans Day events this year, starting with the Chris Kyle Legendary Golf Classic at Tierra Verde Golf Club on Nov. 6. The tournament will raise awareness for the Chris Kyle Frog Foundation and honor 18 local legends with each hole carrying the name of a military veteran or first responder service member.

Next, an Arlington Veterans Day Observance will be held at 11 a.m. on Nov. 10 at Veterans Park (3600 W. Arkansas Lane). The observance ceremony will allow local citizens to express their appreciation for the sacrifices of everyone who is serving or has served in the United States military in times of war or peace.

In recent years, observances have focused on World War II, Korea, Vietnam, and medal recipients. This year, the ceremony will honor the medical service of nurses, medics, corpsmen, physicians, psychologists and psychiatrists in caring for those in need of assistance during and after service.

Former Arlington Mayor Robert Cluck, formerly of the U.S. Air Force Medical Corps, will give remarks

at the event, which will feature a keynote speech by Col. Christopher P. Talcott, U.S. Army (Ret.).

For the first time, this year’s Veterans Day Observance will conclude with a celebration of the arts, showcasing Arlington’s various cultural communities.

The performances will take place from 12:30 p.m. - 2 p.m. and will feature dance, singing and musicians from around the community.

The list of performers includes Esteban Blanco, Green Oaks School, United Performing Arts Company, Advocates for Special People, Grand Prairie Fine Arts Academy Dance, Grand Prairie Fine Arts Academy Mariachi Band, Hans Art African Dance, Anita Martinez Ballet Folklorico, Vietnamese Dance group, and more.

The Veterans Day ceremonies will conclude with the inaugural Arlington Heroes Parade, which will begin at 1 p.m. on Nov. 11 and wind through Downtown Arlington. Taya Kyle, the wife of Chris Kyle (the famed American Sniper) will be the Grand Marshal of the parade.

For more: (817) 548-0561.

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The event is designed to connect Texas veterans, their family members and the general public with area employers looking for qualified candidates for a variety of positions. In cooperation with 28 Workforce Solutions partners, the Texas Veterans Commission, the Texas Medical Center, and Governor Greg Abbott, the Hiring Red, White & You! job fair connects Texas veterans and their spouses with area employers that value the experience, discipline and other exceptional qualities inherent in a military background.

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With the choice for the 2018 draft, the NFL selects ... Arlington

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t his annual State of the City address last month, Mayor Jeff Williams opened the talk with the announcement that the NFL Draft is headed to The American Dream City.

The Dallas Cowboys will be the hosts of the 2018 NFL Draft, which will take place April 26-28 at AT&T Stadium.

The league announced the move to Arlington on Oct. 18. This will mark the third different venue for the NFL Draft in the past four years. Previously, Chicago held the league’s selection festivities in 2015 and 2016, and Philadelphia was the host city for last year’s draft.

Before moving it around to different NFL cities, the draft, during which league teams select former college players in an attempt to enhance their rosters, was held consistently in New York City from 1965 to 2014.

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Photo: pinterest.com This will be the first time an RAISE YOUR HAND if you knew that Six Flags NFL Draft will be hosted at an Mall was Arlington’s first enclosed shopping cenNFL stadium. All three days of ter. You get bonus points if you also recall that the the NFL Draft will take place in mall opened in 1970. And you are a Memory Lane All Star if you bought something at one of the Arlington, with other events hapmall’s anchor stores, Sanger Harris, which later pening throughout the Arlingbecame Foley’s, which ultimately became Macy’s ton/Dallas/Fort Worth area. (although by the time it became Macy’s, Six Flags Mall was just a pleasant memory).

“This is big news,” Mayor Williams said. “And it’s just another major win for our great city.” only from within our state but from fans Cowboys officials, likewho come from all over the country.” wise, are excited at the NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell prospect of playing host (pictured) announced last month that the next spring. “We’re Cowboys and Arlington will be carrying on looking forward a new trend for the selection process that has to showcasing the created quite a buzz. versatility of AT&T The 2017 draft in Philadelphia, the first Stadium in Arlingtime a host city held the draft outside, was ton,” said Charlotte met with rousing success, setting an attenAnderson, the Cowdance record for the event. boys’ executive VP and “Philadelphia raised the bar by taking the chief brand officer. “The Draft to another level, and this new opporstadium was designed for tunity in [Arlington] will enable us to conmore than just football. It tinue the event’s evolution and grow it even was designed to be adaptable further,” Goodell said in a release. “We are to host a wide variety of events grateful to the Dallas Cowboys, the cities of because of its indoor/outdoor capabilArlington, Dallas, and Frisco, and the Dallas ities. People in Texas believe our state is the Sports Commission for their leadership in center of the football universe, and we know turning this vision into reality.” we will have a great crowd turnout—not

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Obstetrics/Gynecology

Women’s Health Services now in two Arlington locations: Women caring for women Dr. LaTasha Jarrett grew up in Atlanta, GA and is a true Southern Belle. She completed her undergraduate degree at Brown University in Rhode Island. Dr. Jarrett later obtained her medical degree from the University of Cincinnati in 2001. Dr. Jarrett was the first person in her family to obtain a medical degree. She then completed her Ob/Gyn residency training program at the University of Texas, Houston. Upon graduation in 2005, Dr. Jarrett moved to Dallas. Over the next 11 years she practiced in both the private and academic settings. Prior to joining Women’s Health Services in 2016, Dr. Jarrett served as faculty staff at UTSW for several years.

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When Dr. Jarrett was in residency, she met her husband Jonathan. They later married after she completed her residency training. Her husband is a teacher and they have one daughter. Dr. Jarrett loves spending time with her family, cooking, and watching HGTV. Dr. Jarrett is very excited about being a part of Women’s Health Services and the Arlington community.

Developing a close patient-doctor bond that is built on mutual respect is a priority to Dr. Jarrett. She believes that partnering with her patients is the best recipe for success. She enjoys all aspects of Obstetrics and Gynecology, including educating her patients and guiding them through a woman’s life from adolescence, pregnancy, childbirth, and menopause. Dr. Jarrett is a proponent of preventative care. She is skilled at performing gynecologic surgery including the treatment of fibroids, uterine prolapse, and abnormal uterine bleeding.

Her patients often describe her as a kind and caring physician who strives to educate and empower her patients. We are glad to have Dr. Jarrett as a part of our team. Dr. Jarrett is accepting new patients at both the North and South office locations of Women’s Health Services. You can schedule your appointment online at www.womenshealthservices.com, or call 817-277-9415 to book at either location.

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Mansfield Independent School District’s POWER OF CHOICE INITIATIVE In Mansfield ISD, parents and students have the opportunity to choose the educational pathway that is the best fit for them. The Power of Choice allows MISD students of all ages to take advantage of specific programs that are tailored to their needs—even if it is located outside of their designated attendance zone.

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JERRY KNIGHT STEM ACADEMY The Jerry Knight STEM Academy is an advanced academic program designed to provide a rigorous and focused course of study emphasizing science, technology, engineering and math (STEM).

Learners at the STEM Academy use 21st century skills—critical thinking, creative thinking, collaboration and communication—to solve real-world problems.

Every six weeks, students complete problem-based learning (PBL) projects that address issues happening at the time.

“Instead of just memorizing or learning facts, they are taking all of their skills and applying it to the problem they’re having to solve,” said Associate Principal Victoria Webster. “The projects integrate all of their curriculum so they can see how everything they are learning—from science to social studies—is relevant in their everyday lives.”

One of the projects the learners worked on involved creating a floating city to address population growth and lack of land. Another project on the docket is to design and create a model skate park for the 2020 Summer Olympics in Japan since it will be the first time skateboarding will be recognized as an Olympic sport.

Because collaboration and communication is a focus at the STEM Academy, classrooms have a flexible design with writable surfaces, movable furniture and mobile technology. The facility also features a high-tech fab lab where learners design and print 3D images, code robots and build complex circuits using Bluetooth and Arduino technology.

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TWO-WAY DUAL LANGUAGE PROGRAMS Young Spanish and English native speakers have the opportunity to learn two languages through cooperative learning and collaboration in Mansfield ISD’s two-way dual language programs. Students graduate from the program being bilingual, bi-literate and multicultural.

Two-way dual language is available at D.P. Morris Elementary School at the kindergarten level. Erma Nash Elementary School offers the program to kindergartners and first-graders.

LEADERSHIP ACADEMIES At the Martha Reid Leadership Academy, students in grades kindergarten through fourth grade start the day in a 20-minute leadership class learning the seven habits of leadership success. The traits are then used in all of their instructional classes. The campus also participates in community projects to teach the children that a big part of a leader’s job is to help others.

The Tarver-Rendon Elementary School of Agricultural Leadership teaches young learners in grades kindergarten through fourth grade what it means to be a leader through the knowledge of growing plants and raising animals.

The program consists of four components: student leader development, community partnerships, agricultural-embedded core curriculum and environmental sustainability. The school implemented a homegrown salad bar so that students have access to free fresh fruits and vegetables.

FRONTIER HIGH SCHOOL Frontier High School is a state-of-the-art, innovative high school campus that focuses on post-high school graduation preparatory programs. Students have the opportunity to earn a high school diploma, industry-recognized certificate, professional licensure and college hours.

The school immerses 11th and 12th-graders in a unique setting where students engage in project-based activities, internship programs and career-specific objectives.

EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL The mission of the Tarrant County College (TCC) Southeast Early College High School at Timberview is to develop scholars, thoughtful leaders and productive citizens who graduate with a high school diploma and up to 60 hours of college credit and/or an associate degree.

Students in the program are saturated with a college-going culture in all courses and receive the resources possible to succeed in their choice of higher education.

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Mansfield ISD’s ‘Dr. V’ named among top superintendents Mansfield ISD Superintendent Dr. Jim Vaszauskas, affectionately known as “Dr. V,” was a top-five finalist for Superintendent of the Year in the state of Texas.

The award, sponsored by the Texas Association of School Boards (TASB), recognizes exemplary superintendents for excellence and achievement in educational leadership.

Dr. Vaszauskas won the regional award in July and was among the finalists who

were honored last month at the TASB awards ceremony in Dallas.

The state selection committee, which interviewed regional winners in late August, targeted such issues as advocacy efforts during the regular and special sessions and the importance of all staff members’ contributions to a district’s success. The committee also explored the ever-changing challenges facing education leaders as they focus on initiatives and

Eight AISD students named as National Merit semifinalists Eight Arlington ISD seniors were recently named semifinalists in the 2018 National Merit Scholarship Program.

Isaac James from Arlington High School, Wei-Chen Huang and Karen Yang from Lamar High School, and Calvin Birchall-Roman, Nicholas Chin, Brock Moore, Abram Qui and Brandon Swinney from Martin High School are among the AISD honorees.

The National Merit Scholarship program is an academic competition for recognition and scholarships available to those students who take the PSAT and meet published requirements.

Of the 1.5 million entrants, approximately 16,000 students are identified as semifinalists.

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programs that truly benefit students.

Dr. Vaszauskas serves approximately 34,500 students in Mansfield ISD and has 17 years of administrative experience. He has led the district for four years.

The committee cited his focus on a clear, simplified strategic plan to attain district goals. Also noted were his emphasis on district transparency for the community and communication with lawmakers.

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City initiative shows support of quality education in Arlington In an effort to help Arlington residents know that the Arlington City Council has made “Support Quality Education” a key priority for the work in the city, the council has created a Support Quality Education Newsletter that highlights education news and events of importance to local residents.

“Public education that produces graduates who are prepared for future success provides the foundation for a strong Arlington community,” Mayor Jeff Williams says.

To help bring awareness to the quality education in the city, the latest Support Quality Education Newsletter contains stories about the upcoming Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration and art and essay contests, the valuable work of the Mayor’s Youth Commis-

sion and Arlington Public Library educational programs that are beneficial to both youth and adults.

The newsletter notes how the city sponsors the MLK Youth Musical Extravaganza, the MLK Day of Service and the art and essay contests focused on the work of the late civil rights activist.

Based on this year’s theme of “Continuing the Dream: Moving Toward Unity, Justice and Peace,” students could win $500, $750 or $1,000 scholarships by submitting entries by 5 p.m. on Nov. 17.

The MLK Art Contest is open to junior high and high school students, and the MLK Essay Contest is open to high school seniors. Contest rules are on the website: arlington-tex.gov/mlk.

Grand Prairie ISD will host 7th annual GPISD Experience Photo: AISD

Arlington ISD enters partnership for districtwide Asthma 411 program The Arlington ISD has partnered with Cook Children’s, the UNT Health Science Center and JPS Health for the 2017-2018 school year to participate in the Asthma 411 program, a three-part program that includes access to rescue medication, enhanced school management and support/comprehensive prevention.

Cook Children’s has donated supplies so that each AISD campus will be well supplied in case of an asthma emergency.

Due to the potential for exacerbations of asthma, reactive airway or respiratory distress that could lead to serious injury or death, the Arlington ISD has had an emergency albuterol program for more than 10 years.

This program has allowed AISD nurses to have emergency albuterol to administer to a distressed student following the orders of our medical director to go along with activating the EMS system.

Under the Asthma 411 program, students who experience respiratory distress at school will have access to emergency albuterol, and, if they stabilize and are healthy enough to return to class, EMS will not be activated. If they do not stabilize, EMS will be activated. Nurses will follow the emergency orders of the AISD medical director in administering the emergency albuterol.

Parents will be called prior to administration except in situations where the student is in danger and seconds count.

Grand Prairie ISD, which was named the Outstanding Large District in Texas at the 2017 HEB Excellence in Education awards program last May, is hosting the 7th Annual GPISD Experience from 9 a.m.-noon on Nov. 11.

The event will be held at Dubiski Career High School (2990 South Highway 161 in Grand Prairie). Attendees will have the opportunity to learn about the Kaleidoscope Schools and Programs of Choice available to GPISD students and their families.

Experience will feature a variety of activities and perks, including free hot dogs, concessions stands and food truck cuisine, carnival games, cosmetology services, a petting zoo, a trolley train, a DJ and more.

Grand Prairie ISD is an open enrollment district, which means any student in the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex can apply to attend GPISD for free.

The event includes a variety of fun activities for the whole family.

For more: http://ow.ly/6KrZ30fVSSV.

GPISD has three National Merit semifinalists Three Grand Prairie ISD students have been named National Merit Semifinalists. The students are Katherine Cowden of Grand Prairie Fine Arts Academy, Edgar Hernandez

of Dubiski Career High School and Brandon Tran of South Grand Prairie High School.

They each are eligible to compete for one of 7,500 scholarships given nationwide.

Construction of the classroom addition at Ellis Elementary will provide two STEM labs and more.

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Ellis classroom addition taking shape Construction of the new bond-funded classroom addition at Arlington ISD’s Ellis Elementary has gone vertical with masonry walls.

The addition will house two STEM labs, a strings room and music room.

Many other bond projects at Ellis

Elementary were completed last spring and summer, including the addition of a front-entrance security vestibule, a new gym floor and many other life-cycle and deficiency upgrades. Outside the building, parking was added, and the existing lot was resurfaced and restriped.

MISD has 6 National Merit semifinalists Six Mansfield ISD seniors are in the less than 1 percent of high school students in the U.S. to be named National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists.

Ryan King and Nathan Haslam of Legacy High School, Kayla Nguyen and Hayley Ullman of Mansfield High School, Nicholas Vo of Lake Ridge High School and Jacob

Weaver of Summit High School were named semifinalists. The distinction is given by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation based on top scores on the Preliminary SAT/ National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT).

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Picture-perfect Moments

The Martin High School Chamber Singers perform the National Anthem.

Photos: Southern Flair Photography

Mayor Jeff Williams gives his annual State of the City address.

Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Michael Jacobson welcomes attendees.

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Snapshots from the 11th annual State of the City Address, hosted by the Arlington Chamber and from the premier of the movie “Some Kind of Different As Me,” hosted by drsAorthodontics

Dr. Moody Alexander, Tillie Burgin and Emily Alexander at the movie premier

Photos: Elizabeth Proctor

Jason Paredes, lead pastor at Fielder Church, gives the invocation.

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AISD’s newest trustee, Justin Chapa, proves there’s no place like home • By Kenneth Perkins

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here are times when we hit our stride and simply know it, when what was hidden underneath rises to the surface, erupting like a just-discovered oil well. For Justin Chapa, that time was probably the summer sandwiched between his junior and senior years at Sam Houston High School.

Chapa was chosen to represent Texas as one of the two “senators” at Boys Nation, the annual weeklong confab known for molding bigwigs of government and leadership; President Bill Clinton, former NBC anchorman Tom Brokaw and a litany of governors and senators are alumni. It’s arguably the most selective educational gathering of teenage scholars anywhere.

Over a week, the boys are evenly split into fictional political parties.

They draft platforms, elect officials, and nominate candidates for elections.

With 98 of the country’s top students reduced from 20,000, snagging the presidency is considered a coup of high order, and that’s exactly where Chapa found himself.

Or, as he put it recently, “I was simply the last man standing.”

Yeah, right. You might imagine that Boys Nation is wall-to-wall Justin Chapa is AISD’s over-achievers. It’s not if they will asnewest trustee. cend to Ivy League thrones, it’s when.

Chapa, whose parents never attended college, had always been a curious kid, utterly content to devour a book on weekends instead of kicking around a ball.

Motivation wasn’t Chapa’s worry; some might call him the model child, although I get the feeling such a description would make him wildly uncomfortable. He’s humble, and if there’s a foible it might be that he’s an efficacious government enforcement and litigation lawyer with the good guy persona of Howdy Doody.

Boys Nation wasn’t necessarily Chapa’s world, but watching his mother work her way up from the loading docks at IBM to program manager taught him that your world is what you make it. So at Boys Nation he was matching the best of the best in debates, in speeches, in writings, in wit. Hmm. The boy from Sam didn’t seem all that different.

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“Being able to hang with guys of that caliber, in my mind, I came back home thinking, hey, maybe I can apply and get in (Harvard) and do well,” he says.

He did get in, and he did do well, graduating with honors.

The fact that Chapa was recently appointed to Jamie Sullins’ vacant seat on the Arlington ISD School Board wasn’t at all shocking; being around to take the post is probably the revelation.

When Chapa left for Harvard and later Stanford Law School (a two-year stint with Teach for America fell in between), the bet was that the local boy making good would probably end up in the Bay Area or anywhere but Arlington. “It was actually an easy decision for my wife and I,” says Chapa, who works for the Dallas-based firm Morgan, Lewis and Backlus LLP, and is raising three children with wife Anna, whom he met at Sam Houston (Actually, at Atherton Elementary, although the running joke is that Anna doesn’t quite recall this.)

“The plan was always to return home. It’s a great place to live.

Award-winning parks. Twenty minutes from the Children’s Museum in Fort Worth, 30 from Perot. Professional football, baseball. We’re not losing out being here.”

Photo: Kenneth Perkins Arlington is better for it. The sleeves went up upon Chapa’s return. He’s served AISD dutifully on financial, bond and needs steering committees. He directed the Youth Leadership Arlington program for three years. He’s a Dad’s Club volunteer at Corey Fine Arts and Dual Language Academy, where two of his kids attend.

Looks as though Chapa will be around for a bit. Don’t be surprised if he re-ups for Sullins’ vacated seat next May and perhaps his own after that.

Columnist Kenneth Perkins has been a contributing writer for Arlington Today since it debuted. He is a freelance writer, editor and photographer.

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AISD teacher Jennifer Fuller receives $25,000 Milken Educator Award Jennifer Fuller, an English teacher at Arlington Collegiate High School at TCC-Southeast, was surprised with a Milken Educator Award during an assembly in front of the entire school. The honor comes with an unrestricted $25,000 cash prize.

“Jennifer Fuller is an outstanding educator and tremendous representative of both ACHS and the AISD,” AISD Superintendent Dr. Marcelo Cavazos said. “She makes a difference for the district, her campus and students every day and helps her students realize their potential while they’re in the district. In fact, her students will be well on their way to completing a bachelor’s degree before they complete high school.”

Fuller is among up to 45 educators who will receive the prestigious honor during the 2017-2018 season. Milken Educator Awards Senior Vice President Dr. Jane Foley – a 1994 Milken Educator from Indiana – was joined by Texas Education Commissioner Mike Morath and Cavazos for the presentation.

“Jennifer Fuller reflects the very best of the teaching profession in Texas,” Morath said. “Her hard work in the classroom, coupled with an ongoing commitment to student success, helps illustrate why effective teachers deserve our respect and gratitude for helping shape the future of Texas.”

The Milken Educator Awards, hailed by Teacher magazine as the “Oscars of Teaching,” has been opening minds and shaping futures for 30 years. Research shows teacher quality is the driving in-school factor behind student growth and achievement. The initiative’s goals are two-fold: to celebrate, elevate and activate innovators who are guiding America’s next generation of leaders and to inspire young, capable people to consider teaching as a career. Milken Educators believe, “The future belongs to the educated.”

“Jennifer Fuller, a master of curriculum, puts a laser focus on depth and critical thinking – skills her students need to transition to college and career,” Foley said. “The high expectations she holds are reflected in the student achievement growth she sees regularly. I warmly welcome her into the national Milken Educator Network and look

forward to her contributions.”

Milken Educators are selected in early to mid-career for what they have achieved and for the promise of what they will accomplish. In addition to the $25,000 prize and public recognition, Fuller’s honor includes membership in the National Milken Educator Network, a group of more than 2,700 top teachers, principals and specialists dedicated to strengthening education.

In addition to participation in the Milken Educator Network, 2017-2018 recipients will attend a Milken Educator Forum in Washington, D.C., March 20-23. Educators will have the opportunity to network with their new colleagues and hear from state and federal officials about maximizing their leadership roles to advance educator effectiveness.

More than $138 million in funding, including $68 million in individual $25,000 awards, has been devoted to the overall Milken awards initiative, which includes powerful professional learning opportunities throughout recipients’ careers. Many have gone on to earn advanced degrees and be placed in prominent posts and on state and national education committees.

The Milken awards alternate yearly between elementary and secondary educators. Unlike most teacher recognition programs, the Milken Educator Award is completely unique: educators cannot apply for this recognition and do not even know they are under consideration. Candidates are sourced through a confidential selection process and then are reviewed by blue ribbon panels appointed by state departments of education. Those most exceptional are recommended for the award, with final approval by the Milken Family Foundation.

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To mark an important day in our country’s history, we contacted several local leaders to ask them to share their thoughts at this special time

Jeff Williams Mayor, Arlington

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am so grateful for our non-profits for working together to make a huge difference in our community! They team to address the challenges of homelessness, hunger, child abuse, education, unemployment and people with disabilities, to name a few.

I am amazed at the great work that is being done all over our community by such organizations as Mission Arlington, Arlington Life Shelter, Alliance for Children, Advocates for Special People, and the Boys and Girls Clubs, to name a few. I am also grateful for our ministers and the faith-based community for working together to meet the many needs of our diverse population in Arlington.

There is an energy and excitement in every meeting. The “can do spirit” is alive and well! So many people are using their talents and resources to make Arlington a better place. I am very appreciative for the hard work of so many.

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I am fortunate to have good health and a family that supports me in the things I enjoy doing. I am grateful for my loving husband, two smart and talented daughters, and supportive friends who feel like family.

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s I grow older, I find myself most thankful for the things that surround me each day of my life. I’m thankful for my family, especially my loving and understanding wife who gives me strength and encouragement, my children that look to me for guidance, and my parents whose influences have taught me good morals, ethical principals and the value of hard work.

I am thankful for the close relationships I have with the friends who speak life into me and help me to slow down and enjoy my journey in a world that moves so fast.

Most importantly I am thankful for the gift of my faith, the freedom to practice it, and the ability it provides me to make a difference in other people’s lives. It is my faith that enables me to be the spiritual leader in my family, an inspiring leader to those I employ and a servant leader to my community.

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t Thanksgiving, I am grateful to gather with family and friends, and honored to be mayor of my hometown. I’m especially thankful for the amazing development our city is experiencing. Not only will our IKEA store open Dec. 13, we are looking forward to the grand openings in late 2017 of Epic Waters, a year-round indoor waterpark and a major addition to North Texas tourism; in early 2018 of The Epic, a mega-lifestyle center that will completely re-imagine health and leisure services in America; and in summer 2018 of PlayGrand Adventures, a playground for people of all abilities. The nearby resulting development will add dozens of new hotels, retail and restaurants to the SH161 corridor. Lastly, I am thankful to work with our award-winning city staff and City Council. They’re some of the most qualified and dedicated people around, and I couldn’t do my job without them.

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irst, I’d like to speak for all of us at the Levitt Pavilion. We’re thankful for the support from our community. We could not continue to present 50-plus free concerts each year without our sponsors, donors, board of directors, volunteers and music fans. Thank you and happy Thanksgiving from Patti, Cathy, Kathryn, Karen and Rich – the Levitt Pavilion Staff.

Personally, I’d also like to say that Thanksgiving is a wonderful time to reflect on the blessings this year has brought us. I’m especially grateful for my incredible staff, board of directors, volunteers, sponsors and donors. 2017 has been a wonderful year, and we are looking forward to celebrating our 10th anniversary of free music under the stars in 2018.

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lmost 10 months ago, I was in a serious automobile accident. In approximately 30 seconds, life as I knew it changed “My Why!” God spared my life for a reason. I give thanks for my AMAZING husband, Robert, and our boys, William and Richard, for providing my care so lovingly and unconditionally. I’m thankful for my pastor, Dr. Michael Evans, Sr., and my Bethlehem Church family for prayers, meals, calls and text messages.

I’m also thankful for more compassion – recently, 300-plus guests attended It’s Going to Be OK, Inc.’s inaugural fund-raising gala. The non-profit helps to rescue and restore the lives of human trafficking victims. Also, reading about people posting Arlington’s random acts of kindness gives me great hope for our future. Knowing I will recover and return to what I love, volunteering, makes me so very grateful.

Your hometown attorney A fourth-generation Texan, Karen Schroeder is a hometown girl who grew up in Arlington, graduated from Arlington High School in 1985 and continues to reside here with her family. Karen’s husband Brian just celebrated his 35th work anniversary with Lockheed Martin, her son Alex is a Junior at Texas A&M, and her daughter Jessica is a Junior at Martin High School. Karen enjoys being a member of: St. Barnabas United Methodist Church, the Wimbledon Garden Club, The Tarrant County Aggie Mom’s club and the MHS Orchestra Booster Club.

Karen’s passion is educating clients and the public on estate planning options with a goal of equipping them with the legal tools necessary to avoid costly and time-consuming probate. Currently she is the Chair of the Tarrant County Bar Association’s People’s Law School (held April 7, 2018).

Since graduating St. Mary’s University School of Law and being licensed by the Supreme Court of Texas in 1994 to practice law, Karen has built a successful reputation as a problemsolver who serves clients’ needs with legal professionalism and a commitment to individualized attention. She believes in long-term partnerships and building relationships in the community she still lives in and loves. Come in and see why Karen is gaining your trust, one case at a time. She brings together homegrown charm and extensive legal experience.

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PRACTICE HISTORY: Dentistry by Nathan J Flesher, DMD, was established January 2016 in a transition involving the 39-year-old practice formerly operated by Dr. David Bridgwater.

STAFF: Dr. Flesher heads a small, personable staff consisting of hygienist Jade Hosa, patient care coordinator Connie, and two assistants. His wife Becca, a registered nurse, operates as community outreach coordinator.

PHILOSOPHY: Dr. Flesher is passionate about providing high-quality general dentistry services for the entire family at any age. He has extensive training in both emergency dentistry and comprehensive dentistry (complex cases). “My emergency experience taught me so much about relieving both dental pain and dental fear. People are always so relieved to find that we can take them out of pain in a gentle and caring way,” he says.

EXPERIENCE: After graduating from the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine in 2014, Dr. Flesher then “followed God’s calling to Texas through the Christian Medical and Dental Association placement program,” ultimately winding up in Pantego.

CAREER/PERSONAL HIGHLIGHTS: Among his proudest accomplishments was commissioning as an officer in the Army National Guard Dental Corp, where his main mission is to promote and restore the dental health of fellow soldiers.

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT: Most Fridays Dr. Flesher can be found performing charitable dentistry at Beautiful Feet Ministries in Fort Worth, where Becca also volunteers on Wednesdays in the medical clinic. The entire team embraces the Golden Rule as stated in Matthew 7:12, volunteering in the community regularly.

WHAT MAKES THE PRACTICE SPECIAL: “We are here to educate and support your decisions in a zero-pressure atmosphere,” Dr. Flesher says. “New patients notice that we’re different in that we take our time getting to know them and what each individual wants for their oral health.”

PRACTICE HISTORY: Dr. Jackilyn Dang started Great Oak Dental in spring 2013 and added a second practice, Legacy Park Dental, a year and a half ago.

WHAT TO EXPECT DURING A VISIT: Dr. Dang and her staff provide the utmost care in blending compassion and expertise as part of each patient’s treatment plan. During a patient’s first visit to either office, the staff always begins with a full and comprehensive exam. They will go over current medical history, existing dental restorations, and the patient’s current periodontal health. From there, they customize a treatment plan that the patient understands and feels comfortable with. “It’s important for our patients to be fully educated about their dental options, and we never want our patients to feel rushed or to be afraid to ask questions,” Dr. Dang says.

PHILOSOPHY: Dr. Dang, who has practiced dentistry for nine years, says she and the entire staff are dedicated to a professional philosophy that puts the patient first. “We take the time to educate and inform our patients about their financial options and procedures so they can make the best decision possible for themselves,” she says.

TECHNOLOGY/SERVICES: The practices recently began offering MTM® Clear•Aligner, which is a virtually undetectable way to align a smile without traditional braces. The surprisingly affordable Clear Aligner uses clear, removable aligners to correct slight misalignments (such as crowding or gaps). Each aligner is custom fabricated, per the treatment plan arranged between the patient and Dr. Dang, to progressively advance teeth into their ideal position, leaving patients with a beautiful smile. The practices also provide other services, such as implants, braces, veneers and bonding, laser dentistry, crowns and bridges, partials and dentures, and general dentistry.

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Drs. Hyde, Miller & Associates are all about making patients comfortable.

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Dr. Stephanie Bangs

Drs. Hyde, Miller & Associates

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PRACTICE HISTORY: Since 1981, Dr. James E. Hyde and Dr. Charles W. Miller have devoted their careers to pediatric dentistry that is fun for the patients.

The lobbies and waiting areas are bright and colorful, with lots of fun things to do and interact with. The treatment areas are spacious and open, so young patients can see what’s going on in the friendly atmosphere.

ABOUT THE PRACTICE: The website for Drs. Hyde, Miller & Associates – fundentist.com – tells you all you need to know about the pediatric practice. Indeed, the entire team at four area offices is dedicated to ensuring that children who pay a visit enjoy their experience. The practice’s unique open concept offices provide a cheerful and enthusiastic environment to educate and promote oral health for children.

PHILOSOPHY: “Our office caters to children,” says Martha Burkhart, business manager for the practice. “We have a fun group of ladies that make the experience for the children great.

Our office has an open-bay concept so that all the children can see each other being treated. Our open-bay concept really helps those children that are nervous. They get to see all the other children getting their teeth brushed, and it, in turn, makes them realize that it is not that hard.” Parents stay in the reception area while their “big girl or boy” gets to experience the visit on their own.

A HAPPY EXPERIENCE: The staff makes each child’s visit special, whether the patient is making his or her first trip to the dentist or is there for treatment. “One time,” Burkhart says, “a patient said, ‘Mom, I love this dentist. Can we keep coming here?’’

PRACTICE HISTORY: Pecan Park Dental has been gently caring for patients for 23 years. Dr. Amy Schoening, Dr Stephanie Bangs and a highly trained patient-friendly staff offer routine dental care, high-tech equipment, specialist on site, and cutting-edge cosmetic procedures, all in a stress-free environment.

PHILOSOPHY: “I want everything in our office to say: ‘You are in the right place,’” practice founder Amy Schoening says. ”We strive to make the whole experience relaxing, encouraging patients to feel at ease. That is our goal for the initial visit and every visit along the way.”

SERVICES: Pecan Park Dental offers preventive care, needs-focused treatments, Invisalign orthodontics, full mouth reconstructions, and even an option to treat Sleep Issues without a CPAP machine. There are even specialists in the office to address special needs such as root canal therapy. “Every patient is different, and every case is different.” Dr. Bangs says. “We strive to educate our patients and determine their individual needs using the best diagnostic tools offered in the industry, and then provide the needed care in a gentle, comfortable, and relaxing environment.“ WHAT MAKES THE PRACTICE SPECIAL: Patients love its chairside manner and family-centric ambience that make them feel like they are in the comforts of a home. Pecan Park Dental is a comprehensive family practice that focuses on the patient experience being comfortable while providing state-of-the art dental care. The soft comfortable mission-style chairs, lavender aromatherapy, and Hill Country charm of the facility greet patients with a warm inviting environment.

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT: Drs. Schoening and Bangs both find time to volunteer in, and support, the Arlington community.

“Caring for the Arlington residents for the past 23 years has been my greatest blessing,” Dr. Schoening says.

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Kristy Willis and Kasey Reynolds are members of UTA’s Native American Student Association.

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or three years in a row, Winds of Change magazine has listed The University of Texas at Arlington as one of the “Top 200 Colleges for Native Americans.” The magazine, which is a publication of the American Indian Science and Engineering Society, ranked the school as a top destination for indigenous students interested in studying science, technology, engineering and math.

Kasey Reynolds, a 27-year-old Cherokee who grew up in Fort Worth, is one of those students. Reynolds arrived at UTA with a background in engineering from the Navy but he plans to focus on environmental science.

Although the growth rate for environmental science jobs is higher than average, according to the U.S. Department of Labor, Reynolds said that is not all that attracted him to the field. “I care about taking care of the land I’ve been entrusted with,” he says. “What I’m going to be doing is something that’s going to help this land. And that appeals to me.

“I wanted to switch from studying how humans can do stuff to how nature already does stuff and how we can adapt ourselves to it,” he continues. “I can’t do something just for money.”

Reynolds also is excited about the possibility of getting to work with companies to develop building and landscape designs that are more sustainable for their communities.

“UTA science has just been exploding,” he notes, explaining how the university’s expanding science program drew him to the college and how the school’s Native American community has helped him connect with advisors and other students with whom he can interact and relate.

Reynolds is a member of UTA’s Native American Student Association (NASA), a group that organizes cultural events, educates about social issues, and provides scholarships and other opportunities for its members.

Dr. Kenneth Roemer, the group’s faculty adviser, says NASA members have a strong desire to connect with their heritage, and nearly all of them graduate from UTA. NASA president Kristy Willis says the group is small, but its members seek out and understand one another. Willis, an Oklahoma Choctaw and senior communications major, says everyone, including non-college students, is welcome. And members do not have to be enrolled with a tribe or even be Native American to join NASA. “We Photo: Karen Gavis want people to be involved with us,” says the

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“[UTA President] Dr. [Vistasp] Karbhari, he’s always been real supportive,” she says. “He always comes to our Powwow, and he speaks to our crowd.”

Reynolds has been dancing in powwows for years. “I always dance for the ancestors and tell a story,” he says.

Reynolds explains how that when he follows his traditions, and the advice of his elders, things naturally go better for him in life.

If not, he might get sick, go broke, or an eagle feather will fall from his dance regalia – every time.

Willis and Reynolds visit during “You can call it karma,” he a break in their classes. says. “I call it living a good life. It Photo: Karen Gavis takes a lot of prayer and search43-year-old part-time student and mother of two, who transferred ing to figure out what’s going wrong. And your elders can to UTA from Tarrant County College after finding out about the always point you to how you can do right and do right in your group. Members are not only connected with each other but the community.” community, as well, Willis says, adding that many people are But Reynolds says many people today “don’t listen at all.” And unaware that North Texas has such a large Native American comWillis says many people just want to argue. munity with diverse tribal affiliations.

Willis notes that some Native Americans feel they are “walking “[People] think we all live on reservations or we still live in in two worlds,” trying to balance cultural tradition with modern teepees,” she says. “We kind of want to break that stereotype.” society, which can be especially challenging in the Metroplex. She It is unfortunate, Reynolds says, that history teaches a narrative says she and others treasure visiting their families where they can that Native Americans are frozen in time and facts such as how the eat traditional foods and hear their tribal language spoken.

Cherokee had evolved into farmers or how American Indian tribes “Where I’m from, we don’t even have a stoplight,” she says. today are living, progressive societies are not being discussed.

“It’s in the [Oklahoma] mountains. It’s a beautiful place. Every Roemer, who taught his first Native American literature course one thinks we live all close together, but we really don’t.” at UTA in 1972, says it is unfortunate that most public schools Zach Walker is not a UTA student, but the 22-year-old is do not teach the vast collection of Native American history that quite familiar with Maverick Stadium and enjoys visiting the is preserved through tradition, singing and oral storytelling.

UTA campus. Walker, a member of the Seminole and Muscogee Because of that, he says, indigenous people are often pigeonholed Creek Nation, played football for Native ReVision, a non-profit into a stereotype fueled by Hollywood movies. that brings Native American graduating seniors from across the Willis is looking forward to taking some of the Native AmeriUnited States to compete in a game that serves as a reward for can history courses that are available at UTA. She also talks about their accomplishment and also allows them to interact with other how NASA’s most important event is its annual Powwow, which tribes on a college campus. is open to the public. UTA’s 23rd annual Powwow will take place The annual event, which is organized by Cheyenne tribal memMarch 3, 2018, when Native Americans – and many other people ber Steve Cardwell and his girlfriend, Cherokee Bell, has been – will come from Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana and other places for played at UTA for the past five years. the event. One dancer last year even came from New York.

Walker, who hopes to one day become a coach, played in the Willis says the Powwow is always held in a respectful manner.

2013 Native ReVision game and has been helping out ever since.

Tobacco is given to the drum, a longtime Native American powHe says the game in which he played will always have a special wow tradition. And input is gathered from members, elders and place in his heart mainly because of the friendships that were advisers. Willis says that by weaving tradition into NASA events, forged. “I’m thankful and blessed to have played in that game,” the group teaches the community, as well as themselves.

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Ray Kinney stands with his 1936 Lincoln Model K LeBaron Sport Coupe, which was a rare luxury car when it was introduced during the Great Depression.

RARE, indeed An automobile that represented luxury for only a few during the Great Depression • By Richard Greene

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hile nothing is known of its first owners, this 1936 symbol of luxury in the midst of the crippling Depression years somehow wound up in a Pennsylvania junk yard, where it remained, rusting away, for some 20 years. It was a lamentable destination for a vehicle that was the pride of the Lincoln Motor Company at the time when it was marketed to the few among society’s elite who could afford such a car.

It was priced at $4,700 (about $82,000 in today’s dollars) when ordinary cars could be bought for $500 or $600, and even then with only some able to afford those. In 1936, the average cost of a house was less than this car, gasoline sold for 10 cents a gallon, a loaf of bread went for

This impressive automobile has a massive V-12 engine and amenities not often found in cars of its time.

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eight cents, and you could get four cans of Campbell’s tomato soup for 25 cents.

Somehow, Lincoln managed to produce the Model K series from 1930-40, and offer buyers the opportunity to customize features that made every example a rarity.

But now, this unique one, thought to be one of only two like it still remaining, lay very near extinction in the company of twisted and shattered relics.

A local engineer would drive by it on a regular basis but decided he needed to take some action to protect it one day when a car-crushing machine had shown up to begin removing the old vehicles from the property. The junkyard owner’s family had decided to sell the real estate and first needed to clear the land of all the old wrecks.

While nothing much was left of the once-magnificent 1936 Lincoln Model K LeBaron Sport Coupe, there was just enough to justify its rescue. The body was basically intact, and its massive V-12 engine and transmission seemed salvageable.

Some years later after 6,000 hours of meticulous restoration from the ground up to showroom standards, Ray and Bonnie Kinney of Dallas acquired it for their classic car collection.

Since then, it has been gathering trophies at major automobile shows across the country, including an appearance at the nationally renowned Pebble Beach Showcase event in 2010.

As a member of the Classic Car Club of America, Ray proudly displays his first-prize-winner badge on the side panel of his coupe.

Its latest recognition came with winning both the Best in Class and Best Closed categories at the Concours d’Elegance of Texas in Arlington.

It’s shown here after winning a special “Debutante Award” at the annual gathering of selected classics hosted by Mike and Joy Ames at their South Arlington estate.

After launching the luxury series in 1930, Henry Ford’s son Edsel, along with designer Bob Gregorie, offered a transformation with the new chassis, including a phaeton model to compete with the Chrysler Imperial, RollsRoyce Phantom, Mercedes-Benz, Duesenberg, Packard and Cadillac.

By the time the 1936 edition came out, you could get one like the Kinneys’ with upscale trim, streamlined fenders, lowered headlights, a 27-degree raked windshield, and a special compartment for your golf clubs.

It may have been that feature alone that gave the car the additional moniker as the “Bachelor Car.” The Model K would remain in production for five more years but then give way to the less-expensive Zephyr. A final edition was produced for President Franklin Delano Roosevelt in 1939. It was to be known as the “Sunshine Special” – the first car designed for presidential use.

Owning the precursor to FDR’s limo is just another reason for Ray to be seen with a smile on his face when appearing with his special edition of this exceptional example of American history.

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Will and Jeannie Deakyne transformed their new house into their dream home. Here’s how they did it.

ast April, when Will and Jeannie Deakyne purchased a home in West Arlington, they knew they were soon to take residence in a picturesque neighborhood and in an abode that had plenty going for it. That figurative lot included a literal lot that backs up to the 14th and 15th holes of Shady Valley Golf Course. It also covers .3 acres, or more than enough space to accommodate the 4,300-square-feet, four bedrooms and 3.5 baths that comprise the structure.

Even the often-dreaded moving process was virtually seamless, as members of the Brandee Kelley Realty Group, Georgann Puddy (the selling agent for the Deakynes’ previous house) and Libby Wren (the buying agent for this house), helped get both homes under contract within four days.

Indeed, any way you define it, the course that led the Deakynes to the family’s new home, as well as the home proper, were the stuff of dreams.

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Even though it had hit the trifecta on the family’s “perfect home” wish list – “established neighborhood, proximity to great schools and

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work, and an ideal layout for a growing family,” Jeannie says – the Deakynes decided to keep dreaming.

As a result, the house into which the family moved and the place the Deakynes now call home are two distinct entities – a sort of “before/ after” story that would make the revered Chip and Joanna Gaines of HGTV’s hit remodeling show “Fixer Upper” proud.

And maybe, even, a little envious.

Make no mistake, Jeannie says, the “Before” was enticing. “The home had amazing potential; the personalization of the interior was a little intimidating, but the layout was ideal,” she says. “The split floor plan (master bedroom on the first floor with additional bedrooms on the second floor) was perfect for our active family – the girls (and their parents) thrive with their own spaces to rest, play, and study.”

It’s just that the new owners wanted an “After” that even more ideally fit the needs of a family composed of Will, an engineer, Jeannie, a director in the Neeley School of Business at Texas Christian University, and three elementary school-aged daughters.

“We wanted to balance function with aesthetic; honoring the original 1960s detail was important to us, but we also needed the space to work

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“THE COMMON THEME OF OUR RENOVATION WAS TO SIMPLIFY COSMETIC FEATURES

BY REMOVING ELEMENTS LIKE POPCORN CEILINGS, DECORATIVE TILE, AND MULTIPLE PAINT COLORS. VERY LITTLE HAD TO BE CHANGED STRUCTURALLY.” for a busy family,” Jeannie explains. So they embarked on a makeover founded on several priorities. Easy-to-clean finishes, designated areas for play, study/work, and space for entertaining were key.

“We also wanted spaces that could transition function over time,” Jeannie says.

“Right now, our 4-year-old twins can’t stand the thought of sleeping in different rooms, but we expect that will change – the room upstairs that is now being used as a kids’ study will make a great third bedroom. What is now a play room above the garage will easily convert into a hang-out space for teenagers.”

The Deakynes hired a contractor for interior/exterior paint, popcorn removal and general demolition/repair, a second contractor for the kitchen/laundry/powder bath countertops and backsplash, and Jeannie developed the design and décor.

“The common theme of our renovation was to simplify cosmetic features by removing elements like popcorn ceilings, decorative tile, and multiple paint colors,” Jeannie says. “Very little had to be changed structurally – we created a large master closet by joining two adjacent closets, and extended a dry bar area in the den. Most of the time was spent on tile removal and paint.”

The original exterior had a very asymmetric, mid-century look to it; with a new dark-gray-and-white paint scheme, minimalist approach to landscaping, and the addition of cedar shutters and flower boxes that coordinate nicely with the existing brown metal roof, the Deakynes created a look that feels more “modern farmhouse” to us, Jeannie says.

Ultimately, they also created an ideal setting for a number of endeavors, not the least of which is entertaining. Jeannie says the “wonderful” flow between the living room, dining room, den, and kitchen makes the home ideal for hosting guests in the larger portion of the main floor. “We’ve held everything from third grade parent

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Will and Jeannie love the blend of new and old features. On the former front, there are the polished brick floors, the large gold chandelier in the dining room, the expansive built-ins, the laundry chute on the second floor and the two-story rock fireplace in the living room.

Jeannie says the previous owner had installed a 20-foot flag pole in the back yard that has become a landmark for golfers on the course. “As a military family, that was an exterior feature that we were pleasantly happy to find,” she says. “We added solar-powered illumination to the flag pole and fly the U.S. flag year-round.”

Meanwhile, the renovations created a variety of unique scenes and settings. The gray paint with contrasting white built-ins and the same granite used throughout make the house feel cohesive, Jeannie says.

The upstairs office is a comfortable retreat, and the game room is “the best place in Arlington” to watch a lightning storm rolling in.

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The remodeling process was valuable not only from an aesthetic point of view but as a lesson teacher, as well. “‘Surviving’ a renovation is all in the attitude – our family of five shared the game room and adjacent bathroom for over six weeks,” she says. “The girls thought we were on an extended camping trip. As Army veterans, we both remember living in much more austere conditions, so the chance to spend the time together, while working toward creating something beautiful and functional for our family, was simply a blessing. Cosmetic updates can change the look and feel of a space – paint colors, hardware, countertops and flooring choices are so very personal, and what worked for one owner may not work for the next. But those are all things that can be changed and can truly transform a house into a home.”

Now the Deakynes have just that, or, more specifically, their home.

“We’re excited to be a part of the growing community of young families moving into Shady Valley and West Arlington, who are pouring energy into making these 1960s homes their own,” Jeannie says. “For the first decade of our marriage, our Army service made planting roots difficult – but we feel like we have found our “FORE”ever home on the 15th green of Shady Valley Golf Course. We can’t wait to spend the next chapter of our lives with our girls at home in Arlington.

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Conversation AT: What drew you to seek your new position?

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ast month, Aldo Fritz was named president and CEO of Downtown Arlington Management Corporation, succeeding Tony Rutigliano, who recently opened Urban Alchemy Coffee + Wine Bar. Here, Fritz, who studied Urban and Regional Planning and who worked in urban planning positions in Florida and Dallas, shares his vision for one of the more important areas of the city.

Arlington Today: How did your prior experience, both collegiately and in the business sector, prepare you for the new job?

Aldo Fritz: I’ve always been interested in the story behind the story. With my Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications and Masters in Urban and Regional Planning from Florida Atlantic University, I have the toolbox to share that story with others in a compelling way while also working to write the next chapters. In addition, my designation as a certified planner by the American Institute of Certified Planners allows me the validation within the urban planning.

As a city planner in Dallas I got a cockpit view of government dynamics, land acquisition, processes, policymaking and building relationships with stakeholders. An excellent example was the Bexar Street Redevelopment project, a Photo: DAMC comprehensive community development approach with emphasis on mixed-use redevelopment of a neighborhood commercial spine. The intention of the project was to serve as a catalyst for development to occur in the future, [transforming] a neighborhood that was overridden by dilapidated housing and suffering from high crime rates and high poverty levels.

AT: What are your impressions of Arlington?

AF: The more I get to know Arlington, the more I love it. City leaders are dedicated and smart policy-makers; residents love their neighborhoods and their schools (as evidenced by the overwhelming support of the bond package in 2014).

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AF: I moved to Arlington two years ago because I was priced out of Dallas when I was looking for a home. After searching for the “perfect home” over a span of several months through the DFW Metroplex, I discovered Arlington.

It only took one initial drive-through for me to determine Arlington was for me. Established communities, non-cookie cutter homes, kids riding their bikes throughout the neighborhoods: Arlington offered a Norman Rockwell-type of setting that I was seeking.

Throw in the fact that the homes are affordable and within close proximity to all the major attractions in the Metroplex, major highways, and DFW Airport, my initial reaction was that it was too good to be true.

All the major pieces to the puzzle are here. It is only a matter of putting the puzzle together. Downtown Arlington, I truly believe, is the hub within the hub that will bring everything together.

AT: So how will you help put the puzzle pieces together?

AF: I’m not here to create a brand-new vision of Downtown Arlington. Arlington city leaders, business owners, residents and other stakeholders already have a vision of what Downtown Arlington can and should be. They just need help in achieving it. People want the “downtown experience,” which entails being able to walk around, enjoying a show, exploring a new boutique, grabbing a bite to eat, or maybe even finding a place to sit and read, study or visit with friends.

Specifically, we will focus on several key areas, including: • Arts and Culture: Together with individual artists, arts organizations and UT Arlington, DAMC will Aldo Fritz strengthen the unique identity of the Arlington Cultural District. This includes a continued commitment to music of differing genres, new murals and public art, events celebrating cultural diversity and coordinated marketing efforts.

• Connectivity: DAMC will support successful execution/ completion of the Abram Street Redevelopment project, use the #myAbram communication platform to encourage patronage during the construction period, and seek new, future opportunities for improving pedestrian and bike mobility within and to Downtown Arlington.

• Entrepreneurship: We want to foster growth of small business and encourage access to co-working spaces and other resources to accelerate new business development.

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Aaron Thomas of Grand burgh way, say the Bobby Steelers Nation stakes Prairie celebrates as the V’s crowd. its claim to the back of the Pittsburgh Steelers score “You miss the camarasouth Arlington restaurant a touchdown. derie, the excitement of whenever its team takes Photos: Amanda Rogers the crowd,” Mulkerie says. the field, munching on na“We win together and we chos, their eyes locked on lose together. That’s the a dozen televisions as they thing about Steelers fans. wave their yellow Terrible Even if they lost every Towels.

Local fans of the Black and Gold have watched games at game, there would still be “It’s a pretty neat atmothis many fans. sphere; it’s like being at Bobby V’s for more than a decade • By Amanda Rogers “Some of these people a game,” says Bobby V’s have children who have grown up in the Steelers Club,” she adds. manager Aaron Sprague. “The Steelers travel well, they have fans ev And they are enthusiastic, some might even say rowdy, depending erywhere they go.”

The black and gold squad has been meeting at Bobby V’s since on who you ask, notes Sprague. “They’re loud, they cheer and get into it,” he says.

Sprague started working there in 2008, he says. Some say they’ve Mulkerie breaks down the Steelers crowd lingo. been coming for 14 years or more. No one seems to know because there’s no official group, no dues and no membership. There’s no The Bobby V’s squad chants “Move the chains!” when the Steelers newsletter, no Facebook page or even a roster. People just show up, get a first down, shouts “You can put it on the board, YEAH!” for a field goal, sings “Here We Go!” for a Pittsburgh touchdown, and if the other 50 or more every week, after learning about the watching party from team doesn’t make a first down, they yell “Get off the field!” friends or total strangers.

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Brad McCool, Jennifer Sosenko McCool (both of Mansfield) and Mary Lou Masters of Grand Prairie display varying reactions during a recent Pittsburgh Steelers watching party at Bobby V’s.

A group of Denver Broncos fans also gathers at Bobby V’s for weekly watching parties, says Sprague, but the Steelers squad is larger and louder. And the black and gold swarm easily outnumbers any Dallas Cowboys fans who might be trying to watch the hometown team.

Ronnie Rocha of Arlington was wearing his Roy Williams jersey and trying to watch the Cowboys game with his family on a recent Sunday afternoon. Roars from the back of the restaurant were impossible to ignore, but Rocha says he didn’t mind.

The Steelers and Cowboys aren’t scheduled to play this year, but Rocha admits he wouldn’t be happy if he had to listen to the Pittsburgh fans cheer if they were beating his Cowboys.

“I’m OK with it, but would I like it – no,” he says. “I am a Cowboys fan, but I am a football fan. I love that team unity. I’m all about enthusiasm. I am not a Steeler fan by any means.”

Bobby V’s Steelers Nation has bonded over its love of the team and the community that surrounds it.

“It doesn’t matter where we live or how our team is doing, you can’t take the Pittsburgh out of a person,” McCool says.

“And I’ve tried,” says her husband, Brad McCool.

“It’s the Pittsburgh attitude,” he says. “When the steel mills started to close, they rallied around the Steelers. There is no better fan base.”

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“more than anybody” when he was growing up.

In the ‘70s, the Steelers beat just about everybody, bringing home four Super Bowl titles in six years in 1975, 1976, 1979 and 1980. They played in four more, winning in 2006 and 2009, to earn the most Super Bowl championships of any NFL team.

All those wins have earned the Steelers fans from everywhere.

“You’d be surprised at how many of these people have never been to Pittsburgh,” Mulkerie said. “They’re from Ohio and San Antonio.”

But most of the Terrible Towel twirlers are displaced Pennsylvania natives looking for a taste of home.

Mary Lou Masters of Grand Prairie moved from Sharon, Penn., 17 years ago, but she’s still a die-hard Steelers fan. “It’s in the blood,” she says. “In the womb, I was a Steelers fan.”

She loves the community, the crowd and the “excitement of the game” at Bobby V’s.

“It’s like being 17 or 18 years old and going out on a Friday or Saturday night,” Masters says.

Mulkerie dresses for game day with a black and gold Steelers t-shirt, dangling Steelers earrings and a Steelers dogtag that doubles as a beer opener.

“I don’t drink,” she admits, “but I’ve always been this big fan.

I usually have on my bracelet.”

Mulkerie and her husband, Tom, have lived in Texas for almost 25 years, but she’s still a Pittsburgh girl and a Steelers fan, and she has no plans on changing.

“We’ll probably be Texans until we die, but that’s still home,” she says.

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Country Acres Kennels’ Pet Limo & Taxi service for four generations and at our current Country Acres Kennels has a large fenced is great for holiday travelers. location since 1972,” says owner Don and locked parking area for your car while you Praeger. “We have the experience, space, professional staff and first are away. The automobile can stay, at no charge, for as long as your class facilities that your pet needs.” dog is in the kennel. Two managers live on the kennel property, and Indeed, Country Acres Kennels, located at 7817 S. Cooper St., ofthe parking yard is locked. For more: countryacreskennels.com.

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On Oct. 15, First Baptist Church of Arlington opened the doors to its newly remodeled sanctuary.

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At the dedication service on Oct. 15, local leaders in the community were special guests, and they and members and visitors had a new sanctuary in which to worship.

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This year’s pet photo contest was open to any City of Arlington approved volunteer(s) with a pet. There were amazing entries – even a pet named “Kitten” – a colorful 16-inch lizard described as a dramatic dragon diva.

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Meadowbrook Park Golf Course was the city’s first place to play In the third part of a series on local golf facilities, we take a look at Meadowbrook Park Golf Course.

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Its small greens and narrow fairways are designed to challenge every level of player and provide fun for the whole family. The clubhouse offers a full-line pro shop, concessions, and golf cart rentals. The par 33 layout plays to 2,250 yards.

The course is historically significant in that Meadowbrook Park Golf Course was Arlington’s first city park, consisting of 52 acres. It was purchased by the City of Arlington for $5,000 in 1923. The Arlington Rotary Club sponsored the park, and it officially opened the following year with picnic grounds and a nine-hole golf course.

The 1930s saw the addition of a small woodbine sandstone structure that served as a monkey house. Today, that sandstone structure is part of the maintenance facility. A 9-hole walking course easily played under time constraints with a long-standing commitment to environmental enhancement and preservation, Meadowbrook Park Golf Course is an excellent choice for families and leagues.

Last year, the course became host of another form of the game, FootGolf, when it was the site of the Spring FootGolf Kickoff.

During the event, players (ages 6+) were paired in groups of six and played a 9-hole round of FootGolf, navigating soccer balls over the picturesque setting to large holes on each green.

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Night With Nature, one of four annual fundraisers to support environmental education at River Legacy Living Science Center and River Legacy Parks, will take place from 7 p.m. - 10 p.m. on Nov. 10 at River Legacy Living Science Center.

Attendees can experience the nightlife of River Legacy at this unique, fun and casual fall adult affair. The event will feature scrumptious cuisine, including cocktail appetizers by Blue Mesa Grill and desserts by Nothing Bundt Cake. There also will be an open bar featuring fine wines, Division Brewing Craft Beer and Deep Eddy cocktails.

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COFFEE ... you either love it or hate it! A trip to Italy will almost certainly make you a coffee lover. Their coffee is simply the best! You won’t find your favorite coffee franchises in Italy. People don’t rush around carrying paper cups of coffee; you won’t even find your oft-requested Americano.

You see, there are rules and a certain etiquette to drinking coffee in Italy.

First, everyone goes to their local coffee bar to have coffee. Italians enjoy their coffee frequently but in small quantities – think of it as a shot of coffee.

They don’t sit down and linger over a cuppa. It costs more to sit down, so they just have their coffee standing up at the bar counter. Those sitting down and enjoying a leisurely coffee are almost certainly tourists.

Caffè is the general term for coffee, but this is what you order when you want a single shot of espresso. Cappuccino, served with a pastry, is the typical Italian breakfast. No Italian will drink cappuccino after 11am! A perfect cappuccino consists of 1/3 espresso, 1/3 steamed milk and 1/3 milk foam.

Macchiato comes from the Italian word for stained. Espresso is “stained” with a few drops of hot milk.

Italians shudder at the thought of coffee flavored with caramel, hazelnut or any other flavoring. It is just not Italian! So the next time you are in Italy, ask for “Un caffè per favore,” and you will fit right in with the Italian coffee culture.

Tiramisu, which means “pick me up” in Italian, is the ultimate coffee flavored dessert.

Pumpkin Pie Spiced Tiramisu, perfect for the holidays!

Ingredients: 8 ounces mascarpone cheese, room temperature; 1/2 cup powdered sugar, sifted; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice; 1 cup heavy cream; 3 teaspoons brewed espresso, cooled; 2 cups strong brewed coffee, cooled; 3-4 ounces spiced rum or Marsala wine (or to taste); 30 ladyfinger cookies; 4 ounces good quality dark chocolate, grated; 1/4 cup cocoa powder, for dusting.

Method: Mix together the mascarpone, vanilla extract, powdered sugar and pumpkin spice. Add the brewed espresso to the mascarpone mixture. In a separate bowl, whisk the cream to soft peaks. Gently fold the mascarpone mixture into the whipped cream. Refrigerate for 20 minutes.

Mix the cold brewed coffee and the rum or Marsala wine together in a shallow dish (big enough to dip the lady finger cookies). Quickly dip the lady fingers one at a time in the coffee/alcohol mixture and arrange side by side in the bottom of an 8-inch square baking dish (or similarly sized container).

Do not soak the lady fingers or they will disintegrate! Sprinkle the cookies with half of the grated chocolate. Top with a layer of the mascarpone mixture.

Repeat the process finishing with a layer of the mascarpone mixture. Dust the final layer with a generous amount of cocoa powder.

Chill overnight or for a minimum of four hours.

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Health & Fitness

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Please take the time to be screened for colon cancer. It could save your life • By Christopher R. Dwyer, MD

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ear Arlington resident, Have YOU been screened for colon cancer? If not, consider this column an alarm sounding.

As a relatively new physician to Medical City Arlington, I’m shocked by the number of emergency colon cancer cases I’ve seen. In just the two weeks prior to my writing this column, I performed four urgent operations for life-threatening colon cancers so large they have almost completely obstructed the colon. In each case, there were clear signs that went unnoticed.

I believe we can do better at fighting the war against colon cancer and save the lives of our loved ones. Colorectal cancer is the third leading cause of cancer-related deaths in women in the United States and second leading cause in men, according to the American Cancer Society.

Many times, patients attempt to normalize signs and symptoms that could lead to effective and early diagnosis. Here are some of the recent things I’ve heard patients say.

“This bleeding is probably just my hemorrhoids.”

“I’m not regular on the toilet because I’m always stressed out.”

“I didn’t think colon cancer could affect me so young.”

I encourage people not to second guess or convince themselves against taking action and getting checked out by a qualified doctor.

Here’s how we can stop colon cancer together: Prevention – Colon cancer is linked to all the things in life that feel good: eating poorly, smoking, drinking alcohol and a sedentary lifestyle. Get up off the couch! Walking 30 minutes three times a week can help. Stop smoking. As for the other things, moderation is the key to a healthy lifestyle. A diet rich in fruits, vegetables and dietary fiber is associated with a lower incidence of colon cancer.

Some vitamins like calcium, selenium and folate have been shown to lower risk, as well.

In addition to changing your lifestyle, recognizing the signs and symptoms of colon cancer can be the first step to identifying a problem. These signs are typically changes in bowel habits, diarrhea, blood in the stool and new cramping or bloating. Ask your doctor about these symptoms the next time you see him or her.

There are risks that you cannot control. For instance, people of African descent, including African-Americans, require a routine screening colonoscopy five years earlier than the general population. They should begin their screening at the age of 45 instead of 50

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years old. Most importantly, 20 percent of colon cancers are related to family. If you have a first degree relative (parent, sibling or child) who has experienced colon cancer, then you have a 3-fold increase in risk over the general population. If you have two or more second degree relatives, then the increased risk is the same. Additionally, you should begin your screenings 10 years prior to your relative’s age when they were diagnosed. So if your father had colon cancer at 55 years old, you should start your screenings at 45 years of age.

Education – As your partner in this fight, I will make myself available to speak to any group in the Arlington area regarding the importance of colon cancer screening and to help increase awareness of colorectal cancer. Additionally, I am participating in an event this month called the Undy Run/Walk, which helps raise money for colorectal cancer research. For every dollar we raise, 86 cents goes to patients and families in need that are suffering from colon and rectal cancer.

Screening – Visit your primary care office and ask for the appropriate screening. If you have no risk factors and no symptoms, laboratory testing such as FIT or Cologuard® may be appropriate for you. Right now, the gold standard for screening is a well performed colonoscopy with a trained endoscopist like a colon and rectal surgeon or gastroenterologist.

If you discover you have cancer, treatment can be a frightening thought. It’s important to find the right physician partner for the journey. I educate my patients during the entire process from diagnosis, to surgery and to surveillance long after surgery. I do all of this at my office at Medical City Arlington, providing that comfort and compassionate care where Arlington residents need it – close to home.

It’s my life’s mission to turn colon cancer into a relic of the past.

Join me and let’s win this fight together!

Sincerely, Christopher R. Dwyer, MD Texas Colon and Rectal Specialists

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Your resource for entertainment options in and around Arlington THEATER: Branching Out

When: Nov. 3-5 Where: Theatre Arlington (305 W. Main St.) Show times: 7:30 p.m. on Thursday; 8 p.m. on Friday and Saturday; 2 p.m. on Sunday Notes: Theatre Arlington subscribers will have the opportunity to view the staged reading of a new play by local playwright Tony Arangio. After the show, there will be a talk-back with the playwright, the producer and actors.

For more: theatrearlington.org

MUSIC: Concerts at Arlington Music Hall

When: Nov. 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 18 Where: Arlington Music Hall (224 N. Center St.) Show times: 7:30 p.m.

Notes: This month’s featured performers/performances include Bobby Bare and Melissa Luman (Nov. 3), The Guess Who (Nov. 4), Herman’s Hermits Starring Peter Noone (Nov. 10), Tony Jackson (Nov. 11), Vicki Lawrence and Mama (Nov. 17) and The Rat Pack is Back (Nov. 18).

For more: arlingtonmusichall.net

MUSIC: Jessie Jennings & Friends

When: Nov. 5, 12, 26 Where: Fat Daddy’s Sports & Spirits Cafe (781 W. Debbie Lane, Mansfield) Show time: 7 p.m.

Notes: Jesse Jennings, originally from Dublin, Texas, is a singer, songwriter and musician based in Fort Worth.

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DANCE: UTA Homecoming Step Show

When: Nov. 10 Where: Texas Hall Show times: 8 p.m.

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MUSIC: Air1 Positive Hits Tour

When: Nov. 12 Where: Verizon Theatre (1001 Performance Place Grand Prairie) Show time: 7 p.m.

Notes: Scheduled performers include Skillet, Britt Nicole, Colton Dixon, Tauren Wells and Gawvi.

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MUSIC: Symphony Arlington presents Joaquin Melo on flute

When: Nov. 16 Where: Arlington Music Hall (224 N. Center St.) Show time: 7:30 p.m.

Notes: Among the classical pieces that will be performed

by Joaquin Melo are Mozart’s Flute Concerto No. 1 in G Major and Haydn’s Overture to II Ritorno di Tobia.

For more: symphonyarlington.org

MUSICAL THEATER: PAW Patrol Live! Race to the Rescue

When: Nov. 17-19 Where: Verizon Theatre (1001 Performance Place, Grand Prairie) Show time: Check website for show times Notes: PAW Patrol Live! brings the TV pups to the stage for an action-packed, high-energy, musical adventure.

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THEATER: A Christmas Carol

When: Nov. 18 Where: Willie Pigg Auditorium (1520 N. Walnut Creek Drive, Mansfield) Show times: 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.

Notes: Mansfield’s Mainstage Classic Theatre presents this timeless holiday classic.

For more: mainstageclassictheatre.org

Where: Levitt Pavilion (100 W. Abram St.) When: 8 a.m.

In a nutshell: This family-friendly 5K run and 1-mile Fun Run, hosted by CASA of Tarrant County, will attract hundreds of people dressed in masks, capes and original costumes, all joining together to support abused and neglected children in foster care.

LOCAL MUSICIANS can For more: casatarrantsuperherorun.com become stars at Six Flags Over Texas during the Stars of the Season festival that runs from Nov. 24-Dec. 23 as part of the park’s annual celebration of the holiday season, Holiday in the Park.

The festival will showcase bands, orchestras, choirs and dance groups as part of Holiday in the Park, which features thousands of twinkling lights a-glow, the aroma of fresh hot chocolate, and the sound of carolers throughout the night.

“Star” groups will have the opportunity to perform for park guests on stage. Then they can stay and enjoy Holiday in the Park for the evening.

Performances must be between 20-25 minutes long and should feature musical selections of a secular nature. Accompaniment should be on a CD or mp3 player and must be pre-recorded without lead vocals.

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Affable by nature, Meghan Kell still sometimes finds herself all alone at the end of a game • By John Rhadigan

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wire, it went to overtime. “I was nervous the whole game because rom the moment you walk into the Salon at Vaught House there is a lot of pressure,” Meghan says. “When it was time to kick you hear her. Her chair is in the first room on the left, and the game-winning field goal, I had my face in my hands. But ultiif she is not laughing and joking with salon roomies, Becca mately I watched mostly because I knew he could make it.” and Sarah, Meghan Kell is chatting up one of her clients.

She was right, Griffin made the 34-yarder to give the Colts a victoMany of them went to Arlington High School with her. Others, like ry. That is the good news. me, have only known her for a “short time” (26 years and counting).

The bad news? Griffin is good! He regularly kicks 60-yard field goals If you bring up the name of anyone in Arlington, Meghan in practice, and he has a personal kicking coach who believes that he knows them. “Oh, I did her daughter’s hair for prom,“ she says. can kick at the next level. Griffin might even be able to get a scholarOr, “they flew me to Colorado to do the hair of their daughter’s ship to college. And you’re thinking, “how is any of that bad news?” wedding party.”

Good question! It is not bad news for Griffin, but think of poor Frankly, she is way too good for me, but, for some reason, she Meghan. The longer her son kicks, keeps taking my appointments. The the longer she will be fully investpoint is that Meghan knows just Meghan Kell is ed in his games. She will attend his about everyone in Arlington. So you always in the games at college somewhere, and can imagine what it is like when she stands when her son Griffin is the stands will be full of people goes to watch her son Griffin and playing. who really care about their team. the Arlington Colts play football on There may be a game that comes Friday nights. down to a last-second field goal, “It’s like a reunion every time I go,” and the crowd will be raucous and Meghan says with a smile. “I see my on its feet, and the other coach clients, my classmates – and a lot of will call time out trying to “ice” the kids on the football team, I went to Meghan’s baby. If Griffin makes the school with their parents.” kick, he will be the hero like he was It may be surprising, then, to against South Grand Prairie. But if know that there are times when she he misses the kick, it will be ... is remarkably alone in the stands.

Photos courtesy of Meghan Kell “Devastating!” Meghan says.

Surrounded by people she knows and “It’s a blast watching him,” she continues. “But it is so nerve loves like her dad Max McClellan, Arlington Class of 1959. Grifwracking to know that he can make or break the game really easily.” fin’s dad Kevin is always there, and so are his parents. Her daugh That is the life of the family of a kicker. He is on an island out ter, Kennedy, is by her side, and so is boyfriend Brady – and still there. They are on an island in a sea of people.

Meghan finds herself all alone.

So if you go to an Arlington football game this year or next, and if You see: Meghan’s son Griffin is the Colts’ kicker. you are one of the few people there that does not know Meghan, fear That feeling of being all alone in a crowd was never more acute not. She will be easy to recognize, she is the one who is all alone, in a than during week one of the season. Griffin, a junior at AHS, kicked huge crowd of people. during his freshman and sophomore years, too, but mostly on the freshman and JV teams. These are the “big boys.” This is varsity.

This really matters.

Meghan went to the game knowing that made kicks – and, worse, Sports columnist John Rhadigan is an anchor for the Fox missed kicks – mean more at this level. And as luck would have it, Sports Southwest television network. this game against South Grand Prairie did not just go down to the

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Events, etc.

Itinerary

Your official Arlington-area guide to fun (and the like) Nov. 1 - Dec. 31 Donray Traveling Exhbitis

Where: Arlington Museum of Art (201 W. Main St.) When: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. on Tuesday through Saturday; 1 p.m.- 5 p.m. on Sunday In a nutshell: This exhibit demonstrates the majesty of Western American landscapes, birds, and performers.

For more: arlingtonmuseum.org

Nov. 1 - Jan. 14 Salvador Dali Exhibit

Where: Arlington Museum of Art (201 W. Main St.) When: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. on Tuesday through Saturday; 1 p.m.- 5 p.m. on Sunday In a nutshell: Dali is a well-known Spanish artist who was one of the leading figures in the Surrealism movement. He was a painter, designer, sculptor, writer and set designer, as well as a master engraver who could produce equally outstanding work in drypoint, etching, woodcut or lithography.

For more: arlingtonmuseum.org

Nov. 2 Maverick Speaker Series: Roland Fryer

Where: Texas Hall When: 7:30 p.m.

In a nutshell: Roland Fryer is a UTA alumnus and an award-winning Harvard economist, education activist and a collaborator on the best-selling book “Freakonomics.”

For more: uta.edu/maverickspeakers

Nov. 4-5, 11-12, 18-19, 25-26 Planetarium Shows

Where: UTA Planetarium (700 Planetarium Place) When: Check website for show times In a nutshell: UTA Planetarium is one of the three largest planetariums in the State of Texas located in a groundbreaking research facility. With its 60-feet dome projection surface, fully digital projection system and advanced software, UTA Planetarium provides its visitors views of realistic night sky, the Solar System, stars, and distance galaxies complemented with Dolby surround sound.

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Nov. 5, 19, 23, 30 Dallas Cowboys Football

Where: AT&T Stadium When: Check website for game times.

In a nutshell: The Cowboys will have four home games this month, hosting the Kansas City Chiefs (Nov. 5), the Philadelphia Eagles (Nov. 19), the Los Angeles Chargers (Nov. 23) and the Washington Redskins (Nov. 30).

For more: dallascowboys.com

Nov. 11 NCAA Football: Baylor vs. Texas Tech

Where: AT&T Stadium When: Noon In a nutshell: Big 12 rivals Baylor and Texas Tech will square off in the annual Texas Farm Bureau Insurance Shootout.

For more: attstadium.com

Nov. 11 Nature At Night

Where: Elmer W. Oliver Nature Park (1650 Matlock Road, Mansfield) When: 5:30 p.m.

In a nutshell: This”nature-riffic” evening will feature many activities, including games, crafts, owl pellet dissection, glow-in-the-dark geology, making s’mores by the campfire, live animals, and night hikes with a naturalist.

For more: olivernaturepark.com

Nov. 18 - Jan. 7 Holiday In The Park

Where: Six Flags Over Texas When: 2-10 p.m.

In a nutshell: It’s the most magical time of the year at Six Flags Over Texas, where the park transforms into a holiday wonderland filled with enchanting experiences that will help create those special family fun outings again and again. This breathtaking and colorful tribute to fall and winter holidays features a variety of delightful and interactive activities to help attendees capture the holiday spirit.

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RUNNERS, TAKE YOUR MARKS ...

THE 8TH ANNUAL Arlington Turkey Trot will take place on Nov. 23 at the corner of Randol Mill and the Road to Six Flags.

Registration begins at 6:30 a.m., followed by the “Puffin’ for Stuffin’” 1-mile run at 8 a.m. and the 5-kilometer run/walk at 8:30 a.m.

In addition to a good workout and a good time, runners will receive shirts (which can be upgraded to sweatshirts) and commemorative drawstring bags.

For more: arlingtonturkeytrot.org.

••••• MOVING DAY DFW, a run/walk benefiting the local Parkinson’s Foundation, will be held at 10 a.m. on Nov. 4 at Globe Life Park.

Registration will take place at 8:30 a.m. Proceeds from the event (entry fees and event sponsorships) will go to support the foundation’s mission to help every person diagnosed with Parkinson’s live their best possible life now.

For more: (214) 469-7661.

••••• THE 3RD ANNUAL Arlington Heroes Run will be held Nov. 11 at Veterans Park (3600 W. Arkansas Lane). Registration will begin at 7:30 a.m., followed by a 1-mile fun run at 8:30 a.m. and a 5-kilometer race at 9 a.m.

Proceeds from the event, sponsored by the Arlington Rotary Club and Stripe-A-Zone, will benefit local police, fire and veterans.

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Texas Christkindl is now a part of the amazing Enchant Christmas • By Richard Greene

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ince 2011, visitors from across North Texas and around the country have enjoyed one of the rare German Christmas Market experiences in America at the annual Christkindl event here in Arlington.

This year, it all expands into an extravaganza of Enchant: The World’s Largest Christmas Light Maze and Market. Promoters promise the Lone Star State is about to get a lot brighter.

Here’s how they describe what unfolds for us all from the day after Thanksgiving all the way to New Year’s Eve: “A world of Christmas wonder awaits at Enchant. Surrounded by millions of dazzling lights, the memories you make at Enchant will last well beyond the holiday season.

“Whether you’re navigating through the world’s largest light maze, gliding around the ice-skating pond, waltzing through the Christmas marketplace, or sharing hot cocoa with your loved ones, you’ll find enchantment around every corner.”

A look at the layout of the event, shown here, seems to confirm the reality of that promise in an all-new adventure at Arlington’s newest annual attraction.

Let’s take a look at the main features described on Enchant’s website, enchantchristmas.com – a good place to check routinely to keep up with details of events and activities throughout the duration of all the happenings.

The all-new Texas Christkindl Market Lane: The market huts are the home to authentic German, international and local vendors representing gifts from home décor, jewelry, gourmet foods and holiday specialties – all anchored by the world-famous Kathe Wohlfahrt Christmas Store.

The World’s Largest Light Maze: Here is where Santa’s reindeer went missing! Can you complete the maze and help save Christmas?

The Skating Pond: Experience a taste of Central Park at the ice skating pond. Bring your own skates or rent them there.

Santa’s Palace: Visit Santa Claus in his one-of-a-kind golden palace.

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Eat & Drink: There will be more than 20 food trucks serving everything from funnel cakes to delicious dinners.

Live Entertainment: Enjoy nightly live music and entertainment.

Kids Mini Maze: Sit back, enjoy a beverage, and let your kids run free in the maze.

VIP Experience: This provides a private entrance to the event maze, plus an exclusive lounge with an extensive gourmet-catering buffet filled with festive foods and desserts.

Visitors will want to plan for two to three hours to experience all the activities and then allow for some more time to shop the market vendors.

Children age four and under are free, and so is parking. There are a variety of general admission prices, family pack, military, and senior packages. You can find the details at enchant.ticketzone.com.

Be sure to check out those VIP ticket details that include the aforemenioned exclusive access, the all-you-caneat gourmet catering Image: Enchant with dessert bar, fast pass entry to the light maze, access to the heated tent with seating (that will come in handy on the cold days), and more.

It all begins on Nov. 25, and the event will run through Dec. 31. Enchant will be open daily from 5 p.m.-11 p.m. Just head for Globe Life Park Lot F and get ready for a holiday adventure like none other.

Our Christkindl tradition has taken on a whole new era. It’s an experience not to be missed.

Richard Greene served as Arlington’s mayor from 1987-1997, was appointed by President George W. Bush as Regional Administrator to the EPA, and currently teaches in the University of Texas at Arlington’s graduate program in the College of Architecture, Planning and Public Affairs.

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