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Denton County’s Top

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Humbled, Grateful & Thankful Denton County’s Premier Med Spa for The Sophisticated Woman and Distinguished Man Best Med Spa, Best Facials, & Best Cosmetic Injections

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Our philosophy is to take a conservative approach to bring out our client’s own natural outer beauty utilizing the most up to date products and technologies.

We want YOU to have the look YOU want, not the one someone thinks you should have. We provide an atmosphere that makes each and every client feel comfortable and welcome. Unlike many other Med Spas, we stay within the aesthetic field and do not venture into areas better left up to you and your personal doctor or specialist. Our staff is highly trained in every procedure in our full range of noninvasive offerings and all of our providers are Medically Certified. Our cosmetic injectors are all nurses or Nurse Practitioners utilizing the latest and medically safe techniques. All of our staff is closely overseen by our Medical Director, Dr. Jesse E. Smith MD FACS, renowned Reconstructive and Cosmetic Plastic Surgeon.

We offer free no obligation consultations. You can be assured that our staff will be honest in their assessment and that we will never do any procedure that puts you at risk or for monetary gain.

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COSMETIC INJECTIONS BOTOX/DYSPORT FULL LINE OF FILLERS KYBELLA COOLSCULPTING AQUAGOLD HYDRAFACIAL MD THE SALTFACIAL COOL IPL/PHOTOFACIAL LASER HAIR REMOVAL RF SKIN RESURFACING/SCAR REMOVAL PRFM MEDICAL GRADE CHEMICAL PEELS DERMAPLANING SKIN TIGHTENING - ALL FDA CLEARED PLASMA PEN YON-KA FACIALS

For the fifth straight year we were given the great gift by our customers of being voted The Best Med Spa in Denton County. In addition, we were voted the Best of Denton County for Cosmetic Injections and Facials. For this we are truly humbled, grateful and thankful. These achievements and your loyal support have led to the need for us to expand our staff to include more providers and even more New Procedures.

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Congratulations I

From judge andy

It has been a challenging year for all of our businesses across the county, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic.

We are fortunate that Murray Media Group recognizes our businesses across the county.

Everyone receives recognition in a tabletop magazine and online, followed by a year of bragging rights.

Earlier this year, businesses closed to try to flatten the curve and keep hospitals from being overwhelmed.

Afterward, the county worked diligently to help our businesses recover by earmarking more than $35 million in federal funds from the CARES Act to help cover their losses.

Residents across Denton County as well as neighboring counties use this annual edition as a guide when making decisions about where to eat, which services to use, and from whom, as well as to conduct other business.

Winning this coveted award is always a great honor each year.

However, it is especially significant this year because of all that each of you have dealt with in 2020.

Launched in 2004 by the Murray Media Group, this annual competition honors three finalists in more than 580 categories. Just do the math.

The competition highlights more than 1,600 businesses, drawing the attention of many across North Texas.

As one of the fastest growing counties in Texas, Denton County continues to attract the best. We are fortunate to have such a close knit and vibrant business community. Our business owners care deeply about the services they provide and it shows with their commitment to outstanding customer service.

Let me offer my sincere congratulations to each of the finalists. Thank you for striving to be the best in your field. We are extremely glad you chose Denton County to establish your businesses, and we wish you only best in the coming years.

Only in Denton County!

Denton County Judge Andy Eads Courthouse on the Square 110 W. Hickory St., 2nd Floor Denton, TX 76201 940.349.2820

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It's no secret that 2020 has been a difficult year, but hard times often help us appreciate the people, places, and things that matter most. In these times, it is more important than ever to focus on the local businesses that help our community thrive.

Owning a business is not for the faint of heart, and success does not happen overnight. In today’s world of social media it is easy to go “review” a bad experience, but very few take the time to pat business owners on the back for a job well done. This year, even more than in the past, we encourage you to keep all of our local businesses in your prayers. Without them, our community would not be as strong.

As you use this directory for the next 12 months, I encourage you to take the time to congratulate these businesses and frequent them with confidence.

of one month. After the nomination period is over, the three businesses with the most nominations for each category are then placed on the ballot for voting.

From there, the community votes for their favorite. It is our unique selection process – and the competition that has been spurred from having so many great businesses to choose from in our vibrant area – that has made this award prestigious, coveted, and respected in our county.

The Murray Media Group team is honored to present this unique directory as a testament to all the hard work these business owners put in each and every day. The goal of the publication is to spotlight business owners who are excited about their services and products and are committed to offering you the BEST our county has to offer.

more important than ever to focus on the local businesses

For nearly 20 years, the Best of Denton County Directory has showcased local businesses that demonstrate a combination of outstanding customer service and commitment to our community. Unlike most “BEST OF” publications, the Best of Denton County is not a readers’ choice award where the publication itself picks its top three advertisers and then allows readers to vote for their favorites. OUR award allows residents from the county to nominate their favorite local businesses by voting online over the course www.BestofDentonCounty.com

As a consumer, you can feel confident that these business owners will take care of your needs. Not some of the time, or most of the time – ALL of the time.

Please enjoy reading through the pages of this magazine, and remember to keep it handy or visit us online throughout the year at www.bestofdentoncounty.com when you are in need of a referral.

Editorial PUBLISHER Murray Media Group EDITORS-IN-CHIEF Kelly & Scott Murray V.P. OF OPERATIONS Jana Melton EDITORS Bobbi Byrne Alisha Tran CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Steve Gamel Brooke Ezzo Jean Eisenmann Diane M. Ciarloni

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Publisher: Murray Media Group • Presidents: Kelly & Scott Murray 3513 Yucca Dr., Ste. 200 • Flower Mound, TX 75028 972.899.3637 • www.BestOfDentonCounty.com Best of Denton County Magazine is published once a year for Denton County residents, students and businesses. All nominations were voted on BestofDentonCounty.com. Winners were chosen by the residents of Denton County. The editor, publisher, owner and staff were not responsible for choosing winners nor did they participate in voting.

Over 550 business categories were available and residents nominated or voted on no more than one business per category and required a valid email address and name. The businesses and institutions with the most votes were named Best of Denton County 2020 by Murray Media Group Publications and an additional award for Student's Choice was crowned from the students of Denton County. Additional rules and regulations can be viewed at BestofDentonCounty.com.

All Rights Reserved ©2020. This magazine may not be reproduced in whole, in part, or by any means electronic or mechanical, including photocopying or recording, without permission from the publisher. The publisher assumes no responsibility for care and return of unsolicited materials. The publisher assumes no responsibility or liability for advertisements printed or the views and opinions of the advertisements.

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The Med Spa of Flower Mound: Humbled, Grateful & Thankful

Our philosophy is to take a conservative approach to bring out our client’s own natural outer beauty utilizing the most up to date products and technologies. We want YOU to have the look YOU want, not the one someone thinks you should have.

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Connections Wellness Group: Allies in the Same Movement Toward Radical Change When Dr. Lisa Elliott thinks about the partnership she and her team at Cook Children’s have with Connections Wellness Group, each sentence that comes from her mouth is riddled with one heartwarming adjective after the next, and she playfully adds that she has to hold back tears thinking about a community that is becoming healthier and happier by the day.

Amber Michelle Salon: Beauty is as Beauty Does . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 Cloud 9 Salon, Spa & Boutique: Floating on Could 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80

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BEST OF DENTON COUNTY WINNER’S DIRECTORY. . .112

We are proud to announce the winners of Best of Denton County 2020! Nominations were made by the residents of Denton County and took place June 10 - July 8. The top 3 nominees then went on to the final voting that took place July 22 - August 19. All Nominations and voting were held at www.BestOfDentonCounty.com. Every winner is listed in the print and online directory for free.

The Lash Lounge: Thank You for Your Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 David Ryan Salon: Award Winning Salon . 130

Business / Professional Services Northside Air Conditioning: The Right Job with Excellence Every Time . . . . . . . . . 93 Vested Networks: Voice Quality. Great Experience. Guaranteed. . . . . . . . . . . 96

Automotive Services Classic of Denton: True Classic Among Car Dealerships

Classic of Denton, which was already the one-stop comprehensive shop for all Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, Ram, and Mazda enthusiasts, again won three Best of Denton County awards this year in the Domestic Car Dealership, Import Car Dealership, and New Car Dealership categories.

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Sam Pack Five Star Ford Lewisville: Taking Care of Texas One Family At A Time Sam Pack’s Five Star Ford Lewisville is in the business of selling vehicles and repairing with a valuable side “gig” of extending a helping hand to Texas families. This was something made even more urgent in 2020 with the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Community & Non-Profit Services Texas Coalition for Animal Protection: Compassionate Solutions

Each year, 6-8 million cats and dogs enter animal shelters throughout the United States. Due to low adoption rates, most of these animals never find a forever home.

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KD College Prep: First Choice in Tutoring & College Planning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Minor & Jester P.C.: Committed to Community . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124

DINING

Law Office of Kimberly Shanklin: Quality Over Quantity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125

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Financial & Real Estate Services PointBank: Your Neighbors Love Us You Will Too

The words “community bank” have been thrown around plenty of times over the years. But what does that mean, exactly? Loyal customers at PointBank aren’t shy to tell you.

For them, it means calling your bank, and the person on the other end of the line knows you by your first name.

Nelson Law Group, PC: Growing to Meet Your Family Law Needs . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129

Medical & Health Services DFW Oral Surgeons: Specializing in Care & Concern for Your Smile . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Titensor Dental: Hand-Crafted Dentistry by Award-Winning Doctors . . . . . . . . . . . 14

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See what Denton County has to offer in our Restaurant & Food Services Category. Brought to you by Sam Pack’s Five Star Ford Lewisville.

What’s On Tap, Local Pint, Giro Pizza, Bistecca - An Italian Streakhouse, & Verf’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Center Fold Circle Star: A Family of Restaurants Serving Up Uniquely Created Texans Meals . . . . . . . . . . . . Center Fold

ROOT Periodontal and Implant Centers: We Save Teeth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 102 Jay Marks Real Estate: All-The-Way Mindset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Brand Properties Group: The Right Brand at the Right Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Primary Residential Mortgage, Inc.: You, Empowered . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Advanced Pain Institute of Texas: Getting Your Life Back with Advanced Pain Institute of Texas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Country Lakes Family Dental: Dental Care for Everyone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Lantana Pediatrics: Making North Texas Kids Stronger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Chrissy Mallouf with Keller Williams: A Passion for Finding Your Dream Home . . . . . . 107

Family Hearing Practice: More Than Just Patients . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Fairway Independent Mortgage: Your Home Buying Caddy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108

Pediatric Dental World: Passionate About Dental Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Home Services

North Texas Vitality: Restoring Vitality Across North Texas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Closets by Design: Your Work-From-Home Organization Specialists

Orthopedic Associates: Comprehensive Orthopedic Care, Close to Home . . . . . . 34

When the coronavirus hit in March, and you and your family were forced to work and learn from home, you knew whatever makeshift workspace you had wasn’t going to cut it longterm.

The Back & Body Clinic: Hands Down The Best Experience I’ve Had In a Medical Practice In a Very Long Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Pet Services Animal Medical Center of Highland Village: Locally Owned Compassion Care for Your Pets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76 46 Mosquito Joe: Thank You for Your Support During Unprecedented Times . . . . . . . . 48 ABC Home & Commercial Services of DFW: The ABC’s of Giving . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Brown Box Movers: Movers That Go Above & Beyond . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Calvin’s Climate: Celebrating 20 Years of Outstanding Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 1-2-Tree: The 1-2-Trees of Distinction . . . . 62 www.BestofDentonCounty.com

Senior Services Heaven at Home: Providing Quality Care at a Moment’s Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

Shopping & Retail Services Adams Furniture in Justin: Hey There Look What We Found! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98

Specialty Services Dark Age Tattoo: Artistry for The New Age . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

Sports, Fitness & Nutrition Services Jesse James Fit: Making Fit Happen

Seven years ago a client sheepishly approached Jesse James Leyva, Owner of Jesse James Fit in Flower Mound TX. to ask a favor. Inside JJF there is a large wall, growing each year full of client photos who had competed in various bodybuilding and fitness shows.

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When Dr. Lisa Elliott thinks about the partnership she and her team at Cook Children’s have with Connections Wellness Group, each sentence that comes from her mouth is riddled with one heartwarming adjective after the next, and she playfully adds that she has to hold back tears thinking about a community that is becoming healthier and happier by the day.

In all her years as a mental health provider, one of the bigger things she’s noticed is that while everyone is committed to kicking the stigma on mental health for patients of all ages, there hasn’t always been enough collaboration.

That all changed once she got to know the people at Connections.

“It brings tears to my eyes,” said Dr. Elliott, a renowned Clinical Neuropsychologist at Cook Children’s in Denton. “Being a mental health provider in this area for as long as I have, I can tell you that we have been desperate for quality, warm, genuine, compassionate, and higher level of care. It’s a great partnership, and I can’t be more thankful.”

She added, “We have to work together when it comes to mental health.”

By now, everyone in Denton County has heard of Connections Wellness Group. They have reinvented the healthcare wheel by consistently delivering a full wellness model for their patients, from family counseling to primary care, mental health for kids and adults, nutritional wellness, and everything in between. The idea is that with one phone call, a patient can have a team of doctors under one roof working together to solve everything from the flu or a stomach ache to more complex issues like depression, anxiety, and thoughts of suicide.

And they are really good. Connections Wellness won six awards in Best of Denton County. This includes Children and Adolescent

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Therapy, Couples and Family Therapy, Psychiatry, and Trauma Counseling. Michelle Dean was also named Best Children and Adolescent Therapist. Michele Menzie was named Best Mental Health professional.

While awards are great, what makes Connections Wellness that much more unique is recognizing that they don’t function as an independent organization. Rather than get caught up in a territorial mindset, they routinely work alongside other healthcare professionals, community leaders, school districts, universities, and neighboring businesses, collaborating to live out everyone’s mission and vision of giving back wherever and whenever they can.

“We are in a very fortunate position to be in a community that is focused and centered on its people,” said Vianey Reinhardt, LPC and VP of Business Development at Connections. “We know we must contribute to that.”

That mindset has had everyone taking notice from Day 1.

“I met [CEO] Awstin Gregg around the time when things were getting kicked off at their ribbon cutting with the Denton Chamber of Commerce. I could tell then that community was a high priority for them,” said Nathan Garcia, a member of the UNT Athletics corporate sponsorship team.

UNT and Connections partnered up last year with a special Kick the Stigma program at UNT football games. “We’ve worked together quite a bit to help get people to realize that it’s okay to not be okay. It’s been a great partnership, and I couldn’t be more excited to have them in this community.”

Ray David Jr., President of PointBank, and Lisa Cave, PointBank’s Branch Manager in Denton, agreed.

WE HAVE TO WORK TOGETHER WHEN IT COMES TO MENTAL HEALTH

“A healthy community is a strong community, and many times, the most overlooked area is our mental wellness,” David said. “It’s simply not understood how much mental health affects everything else in our lives. We are fortunate that we have people like this who are pushing that awareness. They have done an amazing job in short order.”

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“I have the wonderful memory of being there for the first meeting with Connections Wellness,” Cave said. “Everything they are doing now was just an idea in their mind that hadn’t come to fruition yet. To be in that conference room and to still be a part of that journey now is amazing. I’ve learned so much, and to watch them grow has been special.”

Connections currently offers 4-hour programs per day for teens and adults that include a wide array of services in a packaged approach: Process groups, psycho-educational groups, experiential groups, psychiatric evaluations, nursing evaluations, and medication education. Their therapies include cognitive-behavioral, solutionfocused, dialectical behavior, motivational interviewing, cognitive processing, rational emotive behavior, SMART recovery, and many other services depending on the need. Making sure the school districts and other providers are aware of these services simply makes sense.

a godsend in today’s environment as students, teachers, parents, and administration do their best to navigate uncertain waters with the COVID-19 pandemic.

“When times get tough, we come together to embrace mental health,” she said. “We want to make sure parents feel supported, kids feel supported, and even teachers feel supported. I certainly couldn’t do my job without the support of mental health providers like Connections Wellness Group.”

Simply put, Connections Wellness has pushed beyond the walls of its own offices to become allies in the same movement with the rest of their community. And that is where real change is being made.

“The proof is in the pudding with them,” Dr. Elliott said. “They truly care about everyone.”

Best Children & Adolescent Therapist, Best Children & Adolescent Therapy Practice, Best Couples & Family Therapy Practice, Best Mental Health Professional, Best Psychiatry Practice, & Best Trauma Counseling Outpatient Center Connections Wellness Group 940.222.2399 2701 Shoreline Dr., Ste.151 Denton, TX 76210 www.ConnectionsWellnessGroup.com

Rebekah de Peo-Christner, LPC-S, LCDC, is the Coordinator of Social and Emotional Learning with Denton ISD. She said collaborating with a healthcare provider like Connections Wellness is Best of Denton County 2020

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We in Denton County are fortunate to have in our midst a complete outpatient surgery center dedicated to diagnosing and treating any mouth and jaw condition with consummate skill. “The name of that facility is DFW Oral Surgeons in Flower Mound, and at the helm is owner, Dr. John Shillingburg. Dr. Shillingburg is dedicated to and takes great pride in “helping people feel better about themselves.”

Within those walls, Dr. Shillingburg performs procedures as basic as wisdom teeth extraction to full mouth teeth replacement, complicated sinus lifts, dental implants, and even reconstructive surgery.

From the moment you step into the offices of DFW Oral Surgeons, you feel comfortable. First to catch your eye is

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how hygienic the rooms are, and redolent with a fresh, brand new smell, as though they have just relocated to a newly-built location.

Dr. Shillingburg explained that the Covid-19 pandemic prompted a need for additional safety measures. “We wanted our patients to be as safe as possible,” he said.

“So we recently added an air purification system that goes well beyond what we already have.” He explained further that, “All of our procedure rooms have fan filter units with the same HEPA filters used in operating rooms, and they provide protection against airborne diseases. In fact, our entire office also has an air purification system, so it’s 100% purified.” He continued, “Our surgical staff are highly trained, and are committed to keeping our office spotless so patients can trust that they are going to be treated in a pristine environment.”

And that is just the beginning of the care and concern Dr. Shillingburg has for his patients.

He is a bona fide specialist, confident to perform even the most complicated of procedures and validated by the long list of his credentials: Board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon, trained and credentialed in dentoalveolar surgery, facial cosmetic surgery, implant surgery, orthognathic surgery, facial reconstructive oral surgery, and dental anesthesiology.

In addition, he holds membership with the American Dental Association and is a Diplomate of both the American Dental Society of Anesthesiology and American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons.

That is, excuse the pun, a mouthful!

Working in tandem with his talent is the high level of technology that Dr. Shillingburg surrounds himself with. One such piece of high-tech equipment – the X-Guide – is a revolutionary 3D turn-by-turn navigation

system that digitally pre-plans surgeries. It improves the precision and accuracy of implant position, angle, and depth. Dr. Shillingburg can watch the drill as it tunnels through the bone, making it easier to bypass adjacent nerves, blood vessels, and teeth. According to Dr. Shillingburg, “If there is anything that really elevates us as a practice, it’s that device.”

safety. Having that type of training in that kind of environment prepared me.”

To this day, Dr. Shillingburg’s love for people and dedication to helping people get through difficult situations with absolute comfort is what drives him daily to be the best oral and maxillofacial surgeon he can be.

Helping people feel better about themselves

Also included in DFW Oral Surgeons’ state-of-theart equipment is a 100% digital 3Shape Intraoral Scanner, with which fullmouth impressions can be completed in minutes.

And when it comes to pain management, they offer an option called Exparel, a local injection that provides long-lasting pain relief while reducing the patient’s need for potentially habit-forming opioid use by 45%.

Dr. Shillingburg seemed to fulfill his destiny by becoming an oral and maxillofacial surgeon. He reflected, “From an early age, I enjoyed working with my hands and loved the sciences, which ultimately led to attending dental school.” There, he discovered a natural aptitude and love for oral surgery. He goes on to say, “I was accepted into the prestigious Brooke Army Center Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery program while I was on active duty with the U.S. Army.” Subsequently, after completing his residency in 2005, he served again in the Army — this time as an oral and maxillofacial surgeon. He added, “I cared for many wounded soldiers, and got used to managing patients in an environment where we were extremely concerned about

“As an oral surgeon, my job is to manage complications,” Dr. Shillingburg said. “When we have people come in with difficult cases, such as having a dental implant that failed, I’m the one who manages those.” But he is quick to credit his staff for all their hard work, saying, “Our team strives to take the very best care of each one of our patients. All of our staff are perfectionists, and they do their best to ensure that every aspect of patient care is managed to the highest degree possible.” He added, “We truly are a family in our office.”

With such extensive qualifications and expertise, along with a vast portfolio of experience (not to mention accolades, including repeatedly Best of Denton County), why would you trust anyone else with your smile?

Best Dental Implant Dentist, Best Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon, & Best Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Center DFW Oral Surgeons 972.539.1491 4421 Long Prairie Rd., Ste. 100 Flower Mound, TX 75028 www.DFWOralSurgeons.com

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If you live in Denton County, it’s likely you know about the “Dynamic Duo” of dentistry. No, they aren’t super heroes, though some of their many patients could argue that point. Drs. Steven and Brett Titensor of Titensor Dental in Flower Mound are the highly acclaimed father and son team who have been dedicated to creating beautiful smiles for over 40 years of combined experience. Their skill and devotion to their patients has earned them, among other accolades, “Best of Denton County” for the last nine years!

EXPERIENCE

The number of framed degrees, certifications, and awards of merit on the wall of their consultation room at Titensor Dental illustrates their devotion to dentistry. “As part of our core values we are committed to education, state-of-the-art technology and continuous professional development of our team,” Dr. Brett explains.

“I have been a patient of Dr. Titensor’s for 16 years and I will never go anywhere else. I’ve had extensive dental work done and I wouldn’t trust any other dentist but Dr. Brett and Steven. Their work is top quality and their staff is always caring and friendly.” - Cindy

CUTTING EDGE TECHNOLOGY

A key element to the success of Titensor Dental is their commitment to advanced technology, and they are proud to offer an array of digital solutions. Their technologies include: Cone Beam CT for safe and accurate implant dentistry, digital impressions (No goey mess!), digital Xrays significantly reducing exposure, digital photography for personalized treatment plans, lasers for gum and tissue therapy, 3D printers for accurate models and surgical guides, CEREC for in-office restorations that can preserve natural tooth structure, and the list goes on!

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From veneers, implants, crowns, to even simple fillings the doctors will handcraft a beautiful, natural smile. “We have the experience, technology and materials to mimic nature,” Dr. Brett explains. “Cosmetic dentistry is not a one-size-fits-all solution, either. For example, sometimes just placing a veneer on two or three teeth can make a huge difference in your smile.”

He cites a recent example of seeing a young patient who was so unhappy with her teeth, she didn’t think her budget would allow her to fix her smile.

Dr. Brett was able to find a solution using four veneers and giving her the smile of her dreams.

When she saw her new smile she burst into tears of joy and gratitude, and you can be sure Dr. Brett has that patient for life!

“Titensor Dental is simply THE BEST!! From teeth cleaning to advanced cosmetic work to intensive dental surgery they are always professional, extremely friendly and absolute perfectionists in the dental work they perform! I always highly recommend Titensor Dental!” - Darci

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Cutting Edge Technology A key element to the success

Aesthetics Handcrafted beautiful, natural smiles

Experience Steven Titensor D.D.S. Brett Titensor D.D.S.

Best Cosmetic Dentist Brett Titensor D.D.S. with Titensor Dental 972.355.9545 1901 Long Prairie Rd., Ste. 320 Flower Mound, TX 75022 www.TitensorDental.com

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ROOT™ is one of the largest periodontal groups in the United States and a leading provider of periodontal and implant dentistry in Texas. Dr. Amit M Patel and the ROOT™ Family are very proud to be a part of the Best of Denton County winners as BEST PERIODONTAL TEAM! Our award winning ROOT™ doctors are proficient in treating advanced gum disease (SAVING TEETH!), placement of dental implants, bone regenerative procedures, soft tissue grafting, wisdom teeth extractions and periodontal plastic surgery/cosmetic procedures. Amongst all of the technological advances that ROOT™ utilizes, we also offer oral and IV sedation to keep our patients comfortable and reduce any anxiety that anyone may have.

The comprehensive and collaborative approach of ROOT™ with our referring doctors make our patients feel at ease in our chair. Our patients continually let us know how caring, attentive, and knowledgeable our doctors and team members are, and LOVE the “FAMILY feel” that all of our offices provide!

A&M School of Dentistry, joined in early

ROOT™ was established in 2013 by Dr. Amit M Patel. Dr. Steven Alspach joined the ROOT™ Family in 2018 and Dr. Laura Rabe in 2019. Dr. Pooria Fallah, who also serves as the Periodontics Graduate Program Director at Texas

as the “Best Periodontist” in Denton County

6 LOCATIONS IN DFW FLOWER MOUND 651 Cross Timbers Rd., Suite 102 Flower Mound, TX 75028 972.434.8050

DENTON 1601 N. Elm St., Suite B Denton, TX 76201 940.566.7021

CARROLLTON 2440 N. Josey Ln., Suite 202 Carrollton, TX 75006 972.242.7603

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Getting Your LIFE BACK WITH ADVANCED PAIN INSTITUTE OF TEXAS

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by Diane M. Ciarloni

Dr. John Broadnax and Dr. Eric Anderson, the founders of the Advanced Pain Institute of Texas, have a passion of providing their patients with world-class pain care within an encouraging and educational environment.

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Regardless of the pain and discomfort a patient may be experiencing when they first present to Advanced Pain Institute of Texas, the doctors know they must inspire hope in order to restore health.

The educational aspect entails making the patient a partner in restoring and ultimately maintaining their health. The goal is to educate patients by explaining to them why they feel the way they do.

The journey to the founding of Advanced Pain Institute of Texas began with Dr. Anderson and Dr. Broadnax working together at a pain management facility in Chicago. Dr. Broadnax had already made his mark in the city. After graduating medical school at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine and completing residency and fellowship at Harvard Medical School, he began practicing in Chicago and was elected to the Board of Directors of the Illinois Society of Interventional Pain Physician.

“It is so important to fully educate patients about the cause of their pain and to guide them through the treatment process in order to provide patients with the best opportunity to address their pain in a meaningful way,” said Riley Bingham, PA-C; the physician assistant at Advanced Pain Institute of Texas.

Dr. Anderson also began practicing in Chicago after completing the prestigious pain fellowship at Texas Tech University.

He was quickly nominated for the “Chicago’s Top Doc” award and served on multiple committees of the American Society of Interventional Pain Physicians.

In other words, Dr. Anderson, Dr. Broadnax, and Ms. Bingham have a desire to spend one-on-one time consulting with patients so they can ultimately work toward the best treatment option for a great (and pain-free) quality of life. It is an approach that defines Advanced Pain Institute of Texas.

They had a vision for a practice that provided cutting- “Everything we do is for the patients. We focus on edge, minimally invasive care of compassion, positivity, and musculoskeletal, spine, and kindness while helping patients navigate their way nerve-related pain in an through the various treatment environment that was pathways to improve their compassionate and function, minimize their pain, and maximize their quality of life,” educational.

The doctors quickly bonded over their passion for providing hope and restoring health through comprehensive, interventional pain care as well as sharing a value and vision for providing outstanding patient care. They had a vision for a practice that provided cutting-edge, minimally invasive care of musculoskeletal, spine, and nerve-related pain in an environment that was compassionate and educational.

Dr. Broadnax said.

But the practice is not only making its marks on each patient that walks through the door — it’s making waves throughout North Texas. Not only did Advanced Pain Institute of Texas just celebrate five years of service, but it’s already a Best of Denton County winner in multiple categories.

“We wanted to create a world-class interventional pain practice that would serve the needs of the community and have the ability to provide a meaningful impact in the lives of patients who otherwise might have some limited treatment options,” Dr. Broadnax said.

“We’ve come so far since we started working together in Chicago,” Dr. Anderson said. “ And we’ve continued moving forward ever since we opened the Advanced Pain Institute of Texas.

It’s incredible when we take the time to realize just how far we have come and not only the impact we’ve made on the community, but the impact this community has made on us.”

The choice to begin that journey within the North Texas community was a natural one. Dr. Broadnax grew up in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, and Dr. Anderson grew to love Texas during his medical training here. The two physicians soon began the arduous task of building the practice and bringing the new clinic to fruition. Finally, in December 2017, the doors were ready to open.

The Advanced Pain Institute of Texas began with values, vision, and a dream. Dedication made that dream a reality. And that reality is a win for patients and the people of North Texas.

During the building process, Dr. Anderson and Dr. Broadnax were meticulous in identifying the building blocks for Advanced Pain Institute of Texas.

With their core values as the foundation of their practice, the focus on patients and patient education would function as their most critical cornerstone.

With that in place, everything else would fit comfortably around it.

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Dental Care FOR EVERYONE

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Since 2012, Dr. Matt Artho and his team at Country Lakes Family Dental have been committed to providing gentle, quality dental care for families in the Denton County community. They take pride in their ability to treat patients of all ages and are known for their personal touch.

Additionally, Dr. Matt and his team now offer

grown his practice by focusing on two things:

an in-office dental plan for patients who do not

technology and patient comfort.

have insurance. Their VIP program exceeds most

wife, Leigh Ann, are busy raising their growing family. They have nine children ranging in age from newborn to teenager.

Clearly, Dr. Matt and his team have hit the mark with their patients. “Having won the Best of Denton County eight years in a row is a reassurance from our patients that our team is dental care and a relaxing experience to all members of the families that we hold dear to our office,” said Dr. Matt.

outside insurance benefits with more

He is continually learning and

“My staff and I work hard to create an atmosphere that caters to the comfort of the patient.”

adding new equipment and treatment options so he can provide his patients the best in dental care. Patient comfort is also a top priority in the office, but making sure patients are comfortable extends beyond the actual treatments.

treatment options and competitive pricing. Having the reassurance that they can receive excellent dental care at a reasonable price is another comforting feeling for patients.

At Country Lakes Dental, caring for patients and caring for the community go hand-in-hand. Everyone in the office lives in the Denton County area,

“At Country Lakes Dental, we constantly focus on solving the issue of dental

and they are passionate about being involved.

From supporting local school organizations to

anxiety,” said Dr. Matt.

area nonprofits, you will often find a member of

“My staff and I work hard to create an

the team at community events. “Being active

atmosphere that caters to the comfort of the

in our local community gives us an opportunity

patient.” That comfort includes everything from

to see and interact with patients outside of the

a cozy waiting room to dental chairs with TVs.

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Dr. Matt, as he is known by his patients, has

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Dr. Rebecca Butler was born and raised in Lubbock, a tenacious old West Texas town that boasted a post office just eight years after being established in 1876 in the northwest portion of the state.

Lubbock was there to stay, spawning personalities such as famed rock-and-roller Buddy Holly.

Butler stayed close to home, attending Texas Tech University. She graduated in 2002, remaining at Texas Tech until 2007 to complete her Doctorate of Medicine. She declared pediatrics when it was time to name her area of specialization.

Making a decision about something that will chart your entire life, as well as the lives of those close to you, is a heavy responsibility. It was a natural affinity for children that pulled her toward the challenges of pediatrics. As a direct result, Dr. Butler spends her days surrounded by children at her Lantana Pediatrics Clinic, established in Lantana, Texas, in February, 2012.

“Looking back, I know I couldn’t have made a better choice,” says Dr. Butler. “I love joking with children. I love talking with them and listening

to their perspectives on themselves and the things affecting their lives. I begin seeing most of my patients as infants, so I’m able to watch them develop and mature.

“COVID-19 definitely had a variety of effects on us. We had to develop ways for patients to enter the clinic, be treated, and exit in a safe manner. It was our responsibility to help them feel comfortable. Our clientele dropped off for a while but, now, we are again seeing new patients on a daily basis. That’s exciting.”

Gus, Dr. Butler’s husband, manages the business side of the practice. “Plans are to add another physician by the first of 2021,” explains Dr. Butler. “Our goal is to grow with our community.”

There’s a sense of continuity in pediatrics.

Dr. Butler’s cut-off age is between 18 and 20, giving her plenty of time to form close connections with most of her patients.

An added bonus is that some of those patients now have children of their own and Dr. Butler is their pediatrician as well.

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by Steve Gamel

Asking for help with hearing loss can bring about plenty of mixed emotions. On one hand, you can tell things aren’t as they should be: you’re turning up the TV just a few extra notches at home, and you can’t follow conversations in noisy conference rooms or restaurants. It’s frustrating, but you shudder at the thought of wearing a clunky hearing aid and being looked at differently by your family and peers.

At Family Hearing Practice, Dr. Allison Liberio understands that living with these challenges isn’t fair. But with the right care and equipment, she believes her patients can have both their hearing and sense of self restored.

“My patients are generally happy and healthy people — they just can’t hear as well as they used to,” Dr. Liberio said. “They are looking for a little bit of help that’s not obvious or awkward, and I enjoy watching that transformation happen.”

Dr. Liberio is a licensed audiologist and has been serving the Flower Mound area for the past five years. She was voted Best Audiologist by Best of Denton County voters, and it’s easy to see why. Her practice serves patients in every phase of life and can resolve many issues associated with hearing loss, tinnitus, and hearing aid difficulties. Each solution is tailored to meet the unique needs of each patient.

“Our patients are young, and they’re thinking, ‘I don’t want to wear a big hearing aid.’ But hearing aids these days are small, they have Bluetooth capabilities, and they can be connected to all of their devices,” Dr. Liberio said. “That’s an important benefit for our patients. They’re literally made for working professionals or people with active lifestyles who need to be able to hear well in many different situations.”

Her patients agree.

“I had put off addressing my hearing needs for far too long. … Allison Liberio did a quick assessment and came out with an incredibly accurate view of the losses in my hearing without having to go through exhaustive tests with multiple different parties. The hearing aids she recommended are absolutely perfect! What a game-changer!!!” — David D. Dr. Liberio’s personal touch is a credit to her own life experiences.

Hearing loss runs in her family, too, so dealing with these challenges hits close to home in many ways.

She added, “That’s why people like coming to us. We know what they’re going through, and they get that personal touch.”

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A visit to the dentist, or just the thought of it, can be an anxietyprovoking experience for some children (and their parents).

However, at Pediatric Dental World the core philosophy is that every trip can be a positive experience. From the moment you step into the office, you realize that this is much more than just another dental practice.

The entire facility was designed from the ground up specifically for children!

Being a pediatric dentist has enabled Dr. Jason Clapp to combine his interest in science

and his love of working with people. While in college, he had an opportunity to work with children experiencing social, emotional, and mental health difficulties. It was work he found extremely rewarding. Fast forward to dental school where two mentors encouraged him to consider focusing on pediatric dentistry, and the choice became obvious. Dr. Clapp opened Pediatric Dental World in 2002.

Dr. Clapp and his entire team at Pediatric Dental World are passionate about providing warm, compassionate, and quality care for patients and their families. “We believe in a collaborative approach,” explained Dr. Clapp.

“We want to educate our parents and families on the various options for their child. In doing so, this allows us the opportunity to create the best plan of action for each child and their specific needs.”

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And that collaborative approach is felt throughout the office – from the care of the patients to the work environment among colleagues. Dr. Clapp and his business partner (and wife), Dr. Jessica Bell, have built an incredible team that includes four boardcertified pediatric dental specialists that focus on pediatrics and patients with special needs, and a dedicated team of hygienists, clinical assistants, and administrators. Some of the team members have been with Dr. Clapp since he first opened his doors.

When asked how he wants to be remembered, Dr. Clapp answered, “I want to be remembered as someone who is passionate about providing excellent dental care and service to our patients and families. I care deeply about my patients, my team members, and my community. I am grateful for each and every one of them.

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Restoring

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Dr. Thomas Fliedner has spent 25 years doing what he loves: delivering babies and being the best obstetrician and gynecologist he can be for his growing list of patients. He lives for waking up each morning and going to work, and he doesn’t intend to slow down anytime soon.

But that doesn’t mean his desire to help people live their best life has to stop at gynecology.

Fliedner, who is a partner with North Texas OBGYN and owns North Texas Vitality, began offering hormone therapy several years ago to men and women who no longer felt like themselves. Whether it was low energy, poor mood, weight trouble, or a long list of other symptoms, he wanted to help people who needed a solution that could return vitality back to their lives. Once patients find Fliedner and his team, they see an immediate difference.

we all thought, so a lot of people stopped,” Fliedner said. “The problem with the study was the type of hormones — which were synthetic — and how they were being given. If you use the right kind in the right way, those risks aren’t there, and it’s a solution that can make a real difference in people’s lives.”

Fliedner said natural hormones — coupled with a healthy lifestyle that includes exercise, sleep, and a good diet — enhance people’s health and overall outlook on life.

“Just a few things I’ve heard patients say is they are thinking clearly, got their energy back, exercising more, and just feel younger,” Fliedner said. “I experienced this in my health journey, and while the results differ from patient to patient, the majority feel younger and more motivated.”

There are various options for hormone therapy, ranging from cream you can rub into your skin to pills or even pellets. Fliedner’s goal is first to uncover what issues exist for each patient and then focus on solving those problems to make a real difference in their life.

“It’s definitely not the same answer for each person,” Fliedner said. “We’re trying to find what works for each, and what I’ve seen so far is very encouraging. We’re genuinely helping people live better lives.”

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COMPREHENSIVE ORTHOPEDIC CARE.

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Imagine having access to world-class orthopedic care right in your neighborhood. A medical facility that one might call a “one-stopshop.” Look no further than Orthopedic Associates in Flower Mound and Denton.

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Best Orthopedic Physician

They offer all-inclusive treatment under one roof, beginning with the initial exam/ diagnosis, followed by in-house surgery (as needed), in-house physical therapy, and even follow-up visits to ensure long-term improvement.

Since 1976, Orthopedic Associates have been offering communities a full spectrum of musculoskeletal care: Sports medicine, physical therapy and rehabilitation, joint replacement & arthroscopic surgery, inhouse imaging, in-house orthopedic surgery center, and orthopedic trauma.

The onset of COVID-19 forced many businesses, including medical facilities, to introduce operational changes. That’s when Orthopedic Associates initiated “same day walk-ins,”

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A&M University. He continued his studies at UT Southwestern in Dallas and trained in orthopedic surgery at John Peter Smith hospital in Fort Worth.

Dr. McElroy focuses on taking a more conservative approach to treatment and, if possible, a less invasive direction during surgery.

He is revered by his patients for his caring approach to their treatment.

His esteemed colleagues, Jeffery S. Cantrell, and J. David Evanich, were nominated as well. Dr. Cantrell specializes in knee, shoulder, and elbow.

Dr. Evanich specializes in hip and knee treatment.

For continuity of care close to home, your best choice is Orthopedic Associates.

meaning those with injuries who are unable to book an appointment can come into the waiting room guaranteed they will be seen the same day and confident knowing they have come to a safe place for treatment in the midst of a pandemic.

This further demonstrates the high level of care and concern for their patients that has earned them the title of “Best of Denton County” three years in a row!

Orthopedic Associates maintains 10 doctors on staff, all board-certified orthopedic surgeons with various specialties. Each doctor’s years of experience and outstanding credentials make any of them the best choice for personalized care.

In fact, this year, three of their doctors were nominated in the Top 3 for Best of Denton County. And one – Dr. John C. McElroy – was named the winner!

Dr. McElroy is the newest addition to the group of doctors at Orthopedic Associates, specializing in the neck and back/spine. Texas-born, he received a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Texas

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This system gives every patient the benefit of multiple doctors discussing and planning their care. Our goal is a complete treatment plan that won’t just cover up pain, but restore health in order to avoid surgery, reduce or eliminate the need for pharmaceutical drugs, and get patients back to optimum wellness as fast as possible.”

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Dr. Matthew Gilbert began his chiropractic practice ten years ago in Lewisville. It grew so rapidly that five years later, he welcomed multiple chiropractors to better serve his growing population of chiropractic patients.

“At the time, I saw a real need in the community for more integrated care,” Dr. Gilbert said.

“I was seeing patients for back pain who were also seeing someone else for another complaint and perhaps a third doctor as their primary care provider. But the different doctors weren’t communicating with one another. I imagined an integrated practice where care was highly personalized, and all providers were collaborating on what’s best for the patient.”

Dr. Gilbert then partnered with a board-certified family medicine doctor and a nurse practitioner to provide family and physical medicine care to better serve patients. Then, at the beginning of this year, Dr. Gilbert joined the network of Southwestern Health Resources, a partnership between Texas Health Resources and UT

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Southwestern Medical Center, making The Back and Body Clinic a multi-disciplinary primary care clinic.

In March, they moved into a brand new stateof-the-art 4,300 square foot facility designed to encourage collaboration among providers.

Now, patients receive everything from wellcheck physicals, medication management, rehabilitation services, chiropractic care, and regenerative medicine under one roof. Here’s how it works:

The office includes on-site digital X-rays, diagnostic ultrasound technology, and spinal decompression therapy. It offers platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy, therapeutic injections, blood work, and a medically supervised weightloss program. Bust most importantly, it offers doctors who work together to determine the root cause of your problem to help people of all ages get back on their feet and stay there as quickly and naturally as possible.

When a medical practice is awarded multiple Best of Denton County awards in the categories of Physical Medicine and Functional Medicine, and lands in the top three for best Chiropractic Practice, Regenerative Medicine Practice and Wellness Studio, we take notice. The Back & Body Clinic in Lewisville garnered all that this year, plus a 4.97 rating in online reviews by their patients. They did it by providing patients with a true medical home where they can receive the wellness services they need all under one roof from medical providers who collaborate on their care.

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“When a new patient comes to see us, they first meet with the primary care provider and receive any tests they need,” Dr. Gilbert said. “Then we have a daily team meeting where we present all new cases and formulate a comprehensive treatment plan unique to each individual.

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AMONG CAR DEALERSHIPS

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Classic of Denton, which was already the one-stop comprehensive shop for all Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, Ram, and Mazda enthusiasts, again won three Best of Denton County awards this year in the Domestic Car Dealership, Import Car Dealership, and New Car Dealership categories. To put that windfall into proper perspective, Classic of Denton was the only dealership to win more than two awards – and impressively they did so in 2017, 2018, and 2019 as well!

know the community already knows about

and even has his cell phone number on his

us, but it’s nice to know all the customers and

business card. Classic also doesn’t have a high

the public are recognizing how hard we work

employee turnover, which means you have a

for them.”

great chance of working with the same smiling

“To win all three categories in four-straight years

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faces for years to come.

catchy slogan has always been, “Relax…and

“I’m a people person and I love it when

enjoy the difference.”

someone comes in, and they say, “Hey Rick, this

Since 2004, Classic of Denton’s goal has been to make the vehicle buying experience second to none with prices and service that can’t be beaten.

Classic Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, Ram, Mazda’s virtual dealership offers a wide variety of new and used cars, incentives, service specials, and parts savings.

What’s more, Classic is family owned

my fifth car from y’all.” Or someone walks in and says, “I’m bringing my wife to you for her car, because of the way you’ve always taken care of us.” It’s also cool when you drive around, and you see that Classic logo on a car driving by.

We know right then that it’s one of ours.” Rick added, “At Classic, it’s customers, employees, and then profitability.”

and operated. For the customer and the community, that means you can still walk in the front door and shake Rick’s hand or meet owner, Richard Allen. Both live in the area, too, settled down in Denton. Rick boasts that he makes himself accessible as much as he can

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the folks at Classic of Denton continue to be generous benefactors, giving back to their community

the 2019 Customer First Award for Excellence,

Lonestar Crew Cab Classic. This was done

Certified by J.D. Power. And Classic of Denton

through a joint effort with Wells Fargo Bank

is the only Jerry Reynolds “Car-Pro” Authorized

and the Military Warrior Support Foundation,

Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, Ram and Mazda Dealer

which honored Sergeant Rolon through its

in North Texas.

Transportation4Heroes program.

Beyond the business side, year after year

Last but certainly not least, each year Classic of

the folks at Classic of Denton continue to be

Denton participates in the Fix My Ride program

generous benefactors, giving back to their

with Cross Timbers Church, and in 2019 donated

community by partnering with organizations

a 2010 Mazda3 to a family in need. Fix My Ride

like Giving Hope of Denton, Serve Denton, The

is an event designed to assist single parents,

Wheeler House, Denton Independent School

the unemployed and underemployed, as well

District, Cumberland Presbyterian Children’s

as those who are unable to afford minor vehicle

Home of Denton, and Friends of the Family.

repairs and maintenance.

For 2019, Classic of Denton adopted 134 homeless children who attend school in the

“We do a lot for the community,” Rick said. “I

Rick is a perfect example of the tradition that

Denton Independent School District, and

remember Richard asking me if I’ve ever put a

Classic of Denton has established, and the

provided 62 board games to the Gonzalez

dollar amount on how much we give back to

car business is in his blood. He’s been in the

School in Denton. Classic also adopted 134

the community each year. It’d take me weeks to

business since 1972 and started as a porter

people, to include both moms and children from

calculate, but for the last 16 years, it’s what we

earning $1.65 an hour. Now he’s the general

Adopt-a-Family, through Friends of the Family in

do to give back to the community and see so

manager for a company that, like Rick, has

Denton, an organization that assists mothers and

grown with the times. Classic opened in 2004

many smiling faces. You can never put a dollar

children who are victims of domestic violence

with 35 employees and now has 112. The

amount on that!”

and sexual assault.

company started on five acres of land and since that time has expanded to 26 acres. In its first year, Classic sold an average of 40 to 60 vehicles per month. Now, the dealership averages 350 to 400 per month, new and used.

We have a dealership right here in Denton

Classic of Denton’s giving campaign didn’t

County that not only carries top-of-the-line

stop there. It adopted 19 children, along with

vehicles sold by friendly and helpful staff, but

supplying arts and crafts and kitchenware

they truly care about the community. Experience

through Cumberland Presbyterian Children’s

it for yourself: the Classic of Denton difference.

Home, which offers healing and hope to

On March 10th of this year, Classic unveiled their

vulnerable children, teens, and families. More

newly-remodeled Mazda building. They began

donations included sheets, gift cards, backpacks,

the process in October 4, 2019 by completely

and hoodies to the Monsignor King Outreach

gutting the old building, inside and out. They

Center of Denton. Their generosity continued,

added 1,800 square feet to exceed the former

with a cash donation of $3,000 and prepaid

building’s size, and designed it to be compatible

gift cards to Our Daily Bread, which provides

with Mazda’s customer experience design, sleek

nutritious meals, special services, and referrals

and modern, with rich colors of black and steel

for other services to those in need.

gray. Though they’ve been open for six months now, the sales floor still has that newness about it, and the customers love it!

The Mazda building’s opening coincided with the onset of COVID-19. Yet Classic was in a secure enough position with their loyal customers that not only did they avoid furloughing any of their employees, they actually hired additional staff.

Every year it seems Classic receives more and more awards. Classic Mazda of Denton was awarded the 2020 Dealer of the Year award, the 2020 Consumer Satisfaction Award by Dealer Rater for Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, and has been

Through the generous efforts of Classic of Denton’s employees, customers and vendors, over $35,000 was collected.

The Friday before Christmas, all Classic managers contributed over $2,300 as a gift to the Monsignor King Outreach Center of Denton, on behalf of owner Richard Allen. Mr. Allen then matched it with his $2,300 for a total of $4,600.

Continuing their philanthropy, Classic donated $3,000 to the Bedtime Rescue Program, founded in 2012 through Cloud 9 Charities. The program provides temporary housing for homeless families in the community.

the Factory Authorized Mazda Gold Cup Dealer

In February, 2019 both Rick and Richard

since 2008. As if that weren’t enough, Classic

Allen presented United States Marine Corps

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When the coronavirus hit in March, and you and your family were forced to work and learn from home, you knew whatever makeshift workspace you had wasn’t going to cut it longterm. But your family made do — an office for mom and dad at the dining room table, a fold-out table in the hallway for the kids, a quiet nook area with a lamp in a walk-in closet for anyone who needed some quiet time — and said it was only temporary.

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Eight months later, what was supposed to be temporary now looks permanent. Clearly, something needs to change.

Jay and Lisa Hemby with Closets by Design have been regarded for years as your home organization specialists. And while much of what they do still involves solutions for closets, pantries, and even garage makeovers, their design team has been asked quite a bit lately to flex their creative muscles in another space: home workstations. Rather than a makeshift setup that leaves a lot to be desired, more and more families are having closets, bonus rooms, bedrooms, and smaller offices professionally outfitted with permanent workstations that are

designed and customized to look like they came with the house.

These are complete with desks, drawers, filing systems, cabinetry, and anything else you can think of to make work and school life more organized, efficient, and manageable for everyone in the home.

“This is a new gear for us, and boy have we been busy,” Jay said. “We’ve done bonus rooms that were previously a free-for-all room, and now there’s a quiet place away from the bedroom for the kids to do their school work. We’ve converted ‘moms’ desks’ that were maybe just a counter and a drawer for some pencils into an area with drawers for filing, cabinets, and even a new cut-out area for a printer. Some homes have little nooks — we’ve put workstations in those, too. Other homes have offices that are only set up for one person. We’ve come in and added additional workstations.”

Lisa agreed, saying the ideas brought to life have been impressive, to say the least.

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now,” Lisa said. “And it’s a fun time for our designers because they can really think outside the box.”

The fact that people are calling Closets by Design for these solutions and more is not surprising. Closets By Design specializes in designing and remodeling attractive storage spaces for any area of your home, including everything from that packed closet in the master bedroom to home offices, kitchen pantries, and garages. They have over 60 employees, including a full-service design team that will measure your space and offer a myriad of custom options as if their showroom was right in your home.

They also have a large fleet of installation vans that allow them to service all of DFW better and faster than anyone in the industry.

Their vast collection of floor-based organizing options such as shelves, drawers, cabinets, dividers, lighting, desks, custom finishings, and more look like they were an original part of your home once installed.

“When we go meet with someone, they already have a need.

And, obviously, closets are the lion’s share of what we do,” Jay said. “What most people have is a builder-grade closet with

It’s all about creativity right now a single rod and a shelf above it. It’s useable, but over time, everything starts piling up because you don’t have shelves or drawers. Before you know it, your closet is a disaster. We will come in and redesign that space to optimize storage capacity and help people get organized.”

Lisa says that ever since they purchased the 20-year-old company in April of 2019 from another husband-wife team, they’ve been addicted to getting their home totally organized.

“You put our system in your home, and it’s amazing how much more organized it makes you,” she said.

The Hembys said their business never slowed down during the pandemic and attributed it to families who weren’t going on vacation during the summer months and were suddenly taking a harder look at updating their homes. As the school year approached, the requests for office and e-learning solutions skyrocketed.

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“The temporary work-from-home person has become the permanent work-from-home person. Plenty of kids are still going to school online, and that necessitates a quieter space in the home for them,” Jay said. “We want to help those people function at a higher level.”

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Our team is very appreciative of the confidence, support, loyalty, friendship and love that our community continues to bestow on Mosquito Joe Metro Northwest DFW. Being named the Best of Denton County six years in a row is an honor and we are thrilled to be our community’s preferred and premier outdoor pest control service.

At Mosquito Joe Metro Northwest DFW, we pride ourselves on customer service, developing lasting relationships with our customers and providing superior outdoor pest control for families in our community. Mosquito Joe specializes in barrier treatments, mosquito misting systems and perimeter pest control. Our structured program focuses on the elimination and breeding patterns of outdoor pests. Our treatments are applied by trained and licensed technicians that specialize in outdoor pest elimination and prevention. Mosquito pressure here in Texas is no joke, so why leave it to just any “Joe?” We are a family-owned and operated business and feel extremely blessed to have a superior team of field technicians and office staff - many of whom have been with us from the beginning. We look forward to extending our services to the Denton area in 2021 and beyond. Our Mosquito Joe team would love and appreciate the opportunity to provide service to your family.

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The word “service” means different things to different people. But for Dennis and Jennifer Jenkins of ABC Home and Commercial Services of DFW, the definition of that single word is significantly broader than it is for most people.

ABC appeared on the scene in San Antonio in 1949. Dennis’ parents, Bob and Sandy Jenkins, purchased the company in 1965. They worked hard at growing their new business while working equally as hard at teaching their three sons the intricacies of inheriting and preserving both legacy and tradition.

They wanted Bobby, Raleigh, and Dennis to understand “service” meant the work they do for their customers as well as the “service” they give back to their communities.

All three sons followed in their father’s footsteps to Texas A&M University, and all three shouldered a portion of the family business.

They learned straight from their dad how to

keep the endless varieties of swarming, stinging, biting, and just plain nasty varmints out of Texas homes and yards. Dennis has controlled the “undesirables” in the DFW area for 30 years. Bobby does the same thing in Austin, and Raleigh in Houston. Each brother oversees a strictly defined territory, and each operates according to what the Jenkins family refers to as the 11th Commandment: “Thou shalt NOT cross thy brothers’ territory.” It’s never been broken during the last three decades.

markets as well as to our industry. Our dad, and all three brothers, served as president of the National Pest Management Association.”

DFW, North Texas, and Oklahoma City are Dennis’ three markets. He and Jennifer began the “giving back” portion of their service definition by donating their professional expertise to the church they attended. They encouraged employees to do the same in their home churches.

The number of ABC’s charitable beneficiaries grew....and grew — beyond churches to organizations that serve others in need. Finally, “Anteater Advocates,” headed up by Jennifer, was born. The entity’s operating budget grows as ABC grows.

“Today, we donate our services to more than 100 charitable organizations in our markets,” says Dennis. “The equivalent dollar value of those donations is $320,000 per year.

“We feel a sincere obligation to share our blessings. We have our own company motto that says:

“At ABC it’s not just about what we DO. It’s also about who we ARE!”

“We’re committed to providing our customers with excellent service,” says Dennis, “and we’re also committed to giving back in each of our

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When planning your next move, do you want to choose an impersonal moving company conglomerate where you’re no more than just another paying customer known as “number 15” on their moving list? Of course not! That’s why you need Brown Box Movers in Denton, a family-owned, family-run moving company.

Born and raised in Denton and Wise Counties respectively, owners Wayne and Lindsey Horner are very hands-on, seeing to every detail that will ensure each customer’s moving experience is positive and stress-free. Until 2009, both had other full-time jobs, yet both had an entrepreneurial drive. They regularly heard negative stories about the moves their friends, families, colleagues, and customers experienced.

Wayne saw a real need for a moving company that improves the industry; one that excels in professionalism, exceptional customer service, and efficiency – yet with a personal, hometown touch.

In 2009, they launched Brown Box Movers and never looked back.

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commercial moves both local and long distance.

Other services include packing and unpacking, single item moves, storage, and even a move out/move in cleaning service. Their 18 skilled movers and four office staff represent the spirit of the company, each one committed to giving 100%.

No job is too small nor too large for Brown Box. “I think the most unusual items we’ve ever moved were two decorative indoor giraffe statues, both over 7 ft. tall, Wayne said with a laugh.

Lindsey added, “No matter what they request, we will go above and beyond for our customers.”

Brown Box gives back to the community in charitable ways, too, such as partnering with Twice as Nice Resale and Woman to Woman Pregnancy Resource Center. They also team with Lovepacs, delivering meal boxes to schools that provide for families during holiday breaks.

Their hard work was recognized by the American Moving & Storage Association (AMSA) for outstanding service and as leaders in the industry.

As far as future plans for Brown Box, their immediate goal is simply to improve with every move and make each one a learning experience.

The volume of positive customer feedback on social media and winning Best of Denton County Best Movers illustrate the quality and reliability of their customer-focused services. When you consider what the assembly line of impersonal “big box” moving companies have to offer, it makes sense to choose Brown Box Movers.

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Calvin Schoessler and his wife Angela own and operate a self-described “mom and pop” shop that was voted Denton County’s Best heat and air repair. Calvin said, “When I started growing my business, we were also starting our family.

Over the years, both have grown and I feel our customers are part of that family.”

hallmarks of Calvin’s Climate since its beginning.

The technical expertise extends to not only repairs, but also to new equipment installations.

Rushing to install the least expensive equipment is not the goal. Pricing and affordability are factors, but tailoring to each individual customer’s needs is most important.

Schoessler describes the company philosophy as “there is nothing more valuable to us than the customer who took the time to call us.” Technical expertise with a focus on craftsmanship and quality have been the

As they’ve grown over the years, the Calvin’s Climate way extends to their employees. “I train and mentor our technicians, so they always have our customer’s best interest in mind. Also, we background check and drug screen our employees because I’m selective of who I send to our clients’ homes,” said Schoessler.

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they’re familiar with our policies and standards.”

Included in 1-2-Tree’s services are pruning, stump grinding, removal, emergency services for fallen branches, brush removal, and lot clearing.

They meet the clients, assess the situation, and prepare an estimate.

1-2-Tree gives back to their community through CASA and the Scottish Rite Children’s Hospital.

“Dad has built a business for all of us to be proud of,” Bree said. “And one day, we’ll be proud to call it our own. That includes my three and five-year-old daughters, if that’s what they want to do.”

Trees are a valuable asset in North Texas, with a majority of cities and towns belonging to the Tree City USA program that was established in 1976. Any community committing to the Tree City USA program must adhere to four core standards, but the bottom line responsibility for realizing the benefits of the program rests on the shoulders of the individual property owners.

Residential and commercial property owners in Denton County selected 1-2-Tree in Flower Mound in 2018, 2019 and 2020 as the company they most frequently choose to handle their tree maintenance, management, and service needs.

Established by Patrick Koch in 1992, 1-2-Tree worked hard to build a reputation for honesty, integrity, and high standards of work and service.

They succeeded. Their years of dedicated experience allow them to figure out what a tree needs for optimum growth and longevity, even when the tree’s owner doesn’t have a clue.

“A lot of what we do is thinning branches that may be blocking sunlight,” said Bree Koch Neal,

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who serves as the company’s bookkeeper. Bree’s husband, Mark, is an integral part of 1-2-Tree as the general manager. “We also do a great deal of work with HOAs as our direct customers.” 1-2Tree is small enough to deal personally with its customers and big enough to get the job done according to high standards.

“We like to run three crews,” explained Bree, “and we keep 12 to 17 crew members. They’re complemented by four to five office staff.

We meet with customers a lot, and we have long-term relationships with many clients and companies that we can recommend. Something else in our favor is low employee turnover. Most have been with us for quite some time, and

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If you are a student looking to gain an upper hand on college admissions tests while eliminating the stress that comes with the college admissions journey, where would you turn?

Denton County families look no further than KD College Prep.

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KD College Prep is a local test prep and college counseling company serving students with five DFW-area campuses. They are virtual in 26 states across the nation and six countries worldwide through a robust live online program. KD is geared towards helping students of all academic levels achieve their personal maximum scores to reach their college admissions and scholarship goals. This includes everything from one-on-one tutoring to PSAT/NMSQT, SAT®, and ACT® test content, concepts and strategies, full length practice tests and reviews, practice workshops, college admissions essay bootcamps, hourly and concierge-level college counseling guidance, and more. Unlike many programs with cookie-

cutter solutions, KD College Prep is relentlessly committed to tailoring its approach to each student’s unique needs.

David and Karen Dillard of KD College Prep have seen and worked with over 65,000 students with every type of college goal over the last 28 years. “We have helped many students with acceptances, merit-based scholarships, and honors programs at elite universities,” David Dillard said.

Karen and David are natives of the DFW area and products of the local education system.

Their desire to give students a leg up during the most critical time in their academic lives drives everything they do. KD students have accounted for 35-40% of the DFW area’s National Merit Semifinalists over the past several years, and since 2010, KD students have achieved over 300 perfect test scores.

KD College Prep won Best of Denton County Student’s Choice Best Tutoring for the third year in a row and the 2020 award for Best College Planning Company.

“The most rewarding moments are when families tell us about a family member’s grad school, their first job promotion, or their successful career path. It warms our hearts to share their success,” David said.

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For some, the words “tattoo studio” might conjure up images of a dreary hole-in-the-wall place. You enter, and the tattooist points to a few numbered sample tattoos on the wall that you may choose from.

Not so at Dark Age Tattoo Studio.

Beginning with the front room, its red sofas with gilded gold trim, chandeliers, and distinctive paintings create an atmosphere that compliments the artistry you’re about to see.

Owners Rember Orellana and Francisco Sanchez, both tattoo artists themselves, teamed up and opened Dark Age Tattoo Studio on the Denton Square in 2014.

Kelly Graff, first a customer of Rember’s, soon joined the fledgling group and is now their general manager. Since then, Dark Age has become internationally known for its artistry. They see clients from all over the world,

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and some of their loyal patrons include local professional sports figures, musicians, even mainstream doctors and teachers.

Presently, there are 21 artists and six apprentices, but that number seems to increase every year. Only those having the best artistic skills earn the right to be part of the group, and each one specializes in specific styles of tattoo art.

Kelly explained, “There are, for example, styles like traditional and neo-traditional, realism, script, new school, and patriotic.” She further explains, “The fact that we have so many artists all

devoting themselves to different styles gives us the versatility to satisfy any request a client might have.”

“Rember, Francisco, and I encourage our artists to improve artistically because we want them to succeed,” Kelly acknowledged. Additional support for their staff is provided through weekly art classes, and the artists often attend seminars.

Well-known artists are brought in throughout the year to further generate inspiration.

Every tattoo is customized, so the process begins with the artist meeting with the client to discuss their vision. The artist puts that vision to paper, and no actual tattoo work begins until both the client and the artist are happy.

The walls of Dark Age Tattoo Studio are filled with numerous awards for excellence from around the country, including Best of Denton County two years in a row. Given the passion these artists have for their craft, pleasing each client with the highest level of tattoo artistry is their greatest achievement.

Best Tattoo Studio Dark Age Tattoo 940.898.8200 124 W. Oak St. Denton, TX 76201 www.DarkAgeTattooStudio.com

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Scott Vanderhoef remembers what it was like searching for quality senior care for his grandmother. Not only was the process emotional and overwhelming, but the agencies his family ultimately worked with were mostly unreliable.

“They didn’t do anything but sit ... they were sitters,” Scott said. “I knew I could do better providing real customer service.”

Fast forward to today and Scott is the proud owner of award-winning Heaven at Home Senior Care. Heaven at Home, which was started in 2002 right here in Denton County, does exactly what the name suggests. It is a licensed caregiving company that offers a wide array of personal assistance services for your loved ones – right in the comfort of their own home. They handle everything from light household duties and companionship care to post-hospitalization care, respite care, Alzheimer’s and Dementia care.

In 2019, Heaven at Home was voted top 3 Best Alzheimer’s Care and won Best In-Home Care by Best of Denton County voters.

In-home care is becoming an increasingly logical option for those who are unsure about making the transition to a nursing home or assisted living facility, but trying to handle it on your own can become a burden that makes it impossible to maintain the life you want for yourself and

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your family. Heaven at Home eases that burden with quality care at a moment’s notice. Other services include meal planning and preparation, transportation to appointments, grocery shopping, bed bound and end of life care, impaired mobility assistance, and monitoring and reporting of vital signs.

Scott said they also work with numerous facilities and agencies to provide staff for their residents and clients, which means even when colleagues and counterparts have trouble meeting their staffing needs, they call Heaven at Home.

For Scott and his staff, it’s personal.

“We often have clients call us at the last minute on a Friday evening when their loved one is getting discharged from the hospital. They need help now,” Scott said. “Not only do we dedicate the time to get to know their specific needs, but we will provide well-trained and personalitymatched caregivers at the last minute.”

Scott added, “The senior population is one of our most valuable resources, and being able to help them live safely and securely in their own home is incredibly rewarding.”

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Each year, 6-8 million cats and dogs enter animal shelters throughout the United States.

Due to low adoption rates, most of these animals never find a forever home. Animal shelters are forced to cope with excessive animal intake through euthanasia.

The Texas Coalition for Animal Protection knows that this problem is rooted in pet overpopulation and this is where they focus on making a difference.

team spayed and neutered more than 60,000

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prevention,” says TCAP Executive Director, Stacey Schumacher. The Texas Coalition for Animal Protection (TCAP) provides compassionate solutions to overpopulation and improving community animal welfare.

TCAP identified effective methods to combat animal overpopulation and to lower euthanasia rates in local shelters and has been a leader in animal welfare since its formation in 2002.

As a Denton-based non-profit, TCAP provides the lowest prices for preventative animal care throughout North Texas. In 2007, the Humane Society of the United States named TCAP as the “most innovative approach to animal welfare in the nation.” affordable for families so that pets remain in their homes. In 2019 alone, TCAP’s caring and highly skilled veterinary Community & Non-Profit

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animals and vaccinated more than one million against the deadly rabies virus. TCAP’s

ultimate goal is to substantially reduce animal overpopulation and euthanasia throughout

North Texas. Spaying and neutering pets is

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animal overpopulation. In addition to reducing euthanasia rates, accessible and affordable

spays and neuters also improve community animal welfare by decreasing the many

problems linked to overpopulation, including malnutrition, abandonment, and neglect.

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DFW at local animal shelters and community centers,” says Schumacher.

In addition to providing an invaluable service

to pet owners, the Texas Coalition for Animal Protection strives to provide its support to animal shelters and rescue organizations.

“We truly value these institutions for their

contribution to their communities. We want to be there to help make their rescued

animals more adoptable and improve the

number of animals they can help as a result,” say Schumacher. TCAP’s Executive Director goes on to state that the combination of

reducing animal overpopulation and increasing adoption rates can actually lower the cost of city-funded programs and in turn lower the cost to North Texas taxpayers.

If you have a pet that you would like to get sterilized, scheduling an appointment is

easy. You can call TCAP at 940-566-5551

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“Appointment Scheduling.”

Prices for sterilization begin as low as $35.00. Annual

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It’s not every day that you can find a compassionate and knowledgeable

veterinarian who has lived and worked in the same area for over three

decades. It’s even rarer to find two under one roof.

But that’s exactly what clients of Animal Medical Center of Highland Village and their furry family members are accustomed to with co-owners Dr. Austin Strauch and Dr. Paul McCullough. Dr. Strauch was the first veterinarian in Highland Village in 1984, but seven years later, Dr. McCullough opened his own practice nearby. In 2002, they merged to form the amazing practice you’ve grown to love, and they haven’t looked back.

Together with associates, Dr. Lorien Schoelkopf and Dr. Lauren Carnes, their office was named Best Veterinarian Clinic by Best of Denton County voters.

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dogs. Dr. Strauch likes more soft tissue surgery “Our compassion and purpose are to solidify and thoroughly enjoys spending more time in the human-animal bond by treating disease, the room touching on the various aspects of a relieving suffering, and easing pain,” pet’s everyday needs for a happy, healthy life,” Dr. McCullough said. “I can speak for all the Dr. McCullough said.” veterinarians here at Animal Dr. Schoelkopf received Medical Center of Highland her Masters in Veterinary All of these Village when I say we truly love Parasitology at Texas A&M services are our patients and their owners.”

University and her Doctorate professionally Dr. Strauch agreed, adding, from Oklahoma State University. done, affordable, Dr. Carnes also received a “I will keep doing this until I’m Masters of Veterinary Physiology physically or mentally unable to and utilize and Pharmacology from Texas do so. I still love coming to work, the latest A&M University before going and it’s because I love to help on to receive her degree in technology and serve people in a profession Veterinary Medicine from the possible. that can touch hearts.” same university.

Animal Medical Center is That level of expertise is head and shoulders above important for any pet lover, many of whom its competitors thanks to the team they’ve can be confused about where to seek care for assembled and their vast array of services, which their pets. range from routine and preventative care with “Education is what is most important,” vaccinations to hospitalization, surgery, radiology, Dr. Strauch said. “We want to educate and dental services, boarding, and so much more. provide options so each client can personally decide the course of action that is best for “I enjoy orthopedics, especially ACL repairs and dealing with structural problems in cats and their pet’s needs.”

Best Veterinary Clinic Animal Medical Center of Highland Village 972.317.7387 2810 Justin Road Highland Village, TX 75077 www.animalmedicalcenterhv.com

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Beauty is as Beauty Does

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Thank you to our amazing clients and to our incredible team of stylists for lifting us to the Best of Denton County 2020.

Each of our stylists is trained professionally in the services we provide, including makeup, hair color, cutting, tape-in extensions, and more. We want to be the best today and tomorrow, which is why we remain current in trends, techniques, products, and procedures. We use only quality brands, such as Oribe, Moroccan Oil Hair and Body Care, and Jane Iredale Mineral Makeup. We know we’ve done our job when you leave our salon with your head up and smiling, feeling as good as you look!

I spent 10 years gaining hands-on experience and advanced training after graduating cosmetology school. Only then did my husband, DJ, and I feel ready to make the leap, opening our own salon in our hometown of Flower Mound.

We outgrew that original space in just three years, making another leap necessary. Our new space is twice the size of the original.

After renovation, that first location became our LASH by Amber Michelle.

DJ and I combined our skills to build two successful businesses from the ground up. I’m the owner as well as a stylist. DJ is the critical man-behind-the-scenes. Our shared focus is family and community, and how our businesses can support both.

We contribute to some amazing non-profits, such as Wigs for Kids. We donate hair from our salon for wigs for children fighting illnesses such as cancer. All the people whose hair goes into those donations also deserve credit.

Keep up with our hair transformations on Instagram and Facebook@ AmberMichelleSalon and Pinterest@ AmberMichelleTeam! Visit us soon and let us do what we do best, which is to make you look your best!

Best Makeup & Best Women’s Salon Amber Michelle Salon 972.691.9500 2500 Lakeside Pkwy., Ste 140 & 160 Flower Mound, TX 75022 www.AmberMichelleSalon.com

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Eyelashes. So small in the overall face, but so important to appearance.

We opened LASH by Amber Michelle in the Lakeside area in May, 2019, with services going beyond lashes to extensions, lifts, tints, facial waxing, brow tints, and more. Our focus includes our clients’ lashes, our lash artists’ education, and our community outreach.

We are in the original space for our Amber Michelle Salon, putting the two facilities just a few doors apart. This contributes to the convenient and total experience we want for our clients.

The word “best” is a guiding light for the Amber Michelle team, leading our partnership with Bella Lash, Oribe, and Moroccan Oil — the best products for our clients.

Our obsession with eyes puts LASH by Amber Michelle in a perfect place to contribute to Wands for Wildlife. We donate used mascara wands, which are repurposed for brushing orphaned wildlife during their recovery and rehab. We believe the Golden Rule should apply to two-legged as well as four-legged souls.

Check out the Amber Michelle lash love on Instagram and Facebook @ LASHByAmberMichelle. We promise we can help you achieve your lash and brow goals... whatever they may be.

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Cloud 9 Salon and Spa has been a staple in this community for over 25 years, and Kim Cloud Skidmore is no stranger to the ups and downs associated with owning and operating a small business. But not even she was prepared for the impact the coronavirus brought over the last few months.

product or how to maintain their beauty regimen while staying home.

“In the videos, we talked about how to style your hair differently, what products to use, and how to cover up roots when you can’t get to the salon for color,” Kim said.

With over 50 stylists and technicians working under the Cloud 9 name, the talent is immeasurable, and the team spirit sets this salon apart from all the others!

Like most businesses in the area, when the

Cloud 9 is proud to again be part of Best of

shelter-in-place order took effect, Cloud 9 Salon

Denton County. Salon manager, Nathan Dean,

and Spa had to temporarily close its doors. With

was voted Best Stylist in Denton County.

many adjustments and new business ideas, the

Birgit Christ is celebrating the honor of Best

entire team stayed strong and is now back to

Massage Therapist.

floating on Cloud 9.

“The success of Nathan and Bee and even the

They were closed for six weeks, and during that

entire team’s happiness is very important to me,

time Kim encouraged her stylists to use social

Kim said.”

media as a platform to stay connected to their

During this unique time in our country, Kim also

clients by posting videos and pictures of new

realized that supporting local businesses was even more important than ever before.

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break ground on a bigger and better salon. Kim is faithful to the plan and the timing.

Her current 8,200 square foot building houses everything needed for a salon but could easily be transformed into a medical office, beginner

“So many people have helped me over the

church, dance studio, and much more. She

years, and I have tried to pay that back,” Kim

knows whoever owns the building next will be

said. “When you have a choice, choose to shop

blessed — the way it has blessed her.

local and continue to support those businesses when you can.”

Kim’s next steps include building her final salon.

Although she doesn’t plan on retiring any time

The idea for the shirts worn in their Cloud 9

soon, the new salon will be her son and co-

Salon pictures came from a stylist who reminded

owner Nathan Dean’s way of carrying on the

Kim of her love for community and passion for

Cloud 9 legacy.

helping other small businesses. So, wearing the shirts of other local small businesses heavily

“I could leave him something good, but I want to leave him something great,” Kim said. “I

impacted by the virus was a no-brainer. Kim

believe there is a reason for everything and the

hopes the reminder will inspire more positivity

timing will be natural.”

for businesses in the community, and she is staying hopeful for the future.

We are excited about the future at Cloud 9. And even though COVID-19 has been challenging,

Besides supporting local businesses, Cloud 9

we think we have come together as a team

Salon also supports Cloud 9 Charities and helps

during this difficult time.

find temporary housing for homeless families in

Nathan dean

Salon Manager / Hair Stylist (On the Left)

Kim Cloud Owner

the community. Cloud 9 Charities has been in existence over 25 years and hosts several events each year to achieve their mission. Learn more at www.cloud9charities.org.

The current Cloud 9 building location is up for sale, and Kim has purchased land waiting to

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by Brooke Ezzo

The community has once again given The Lash Lounge of Flower Mound an incredible gift by voting the salon Best Eyelash Extensions for Best of Denton County. This achievement is confirmation for the stylists that their hard work and dedication to superior customer service has created a loyal following.

The Lash Lounge has made a splash in the community over the last few years, and leading the charge is owner Yvonne Hemphill. With over 30 years of experience in helping customers enhance their natural beauty and boost confidence, she has learned that quality service comes by operating a business focused on education and honesty.

Lash extensions have been around for a while, but they became mainstream within the last 10 years. This growing industry has gained a lot of excitement, and with that can come sub-par practices. Yvonne is passionate about providing high-quality work and differentiating her team from the rest.

“The Lash Lounge is dedicated to protecting the integrity of the natural lash, ensuring longevity.

The stylists customize each application based on length, curl type, and thickness,” Yvonne said.

“We focus on making sure our stylists do very clean work.”

There is no one-size-fits-all approach when it comes to lash applications because natural lashes are different lengths and have different growing stages. It might be tempting to get your lashes done somewhere that offers quick sets for a cheap price, but Yvonne and her team take pride in the customization, the materials they use, the extensive training process each stylist goes through, and the relationships they’ve built along the way.

“I am so grateful for everyone who continues to support us, not only because the girls do great applications but because we create an atmosphere here where it’s like going to see your best friend,” Yvonne said. “We’ve been very blessed.”

Yvonne and her team are excited that the community has once again recognized their superior ability to not only help their clients look good but feel good as well. Humbled and thankful, The Lash Lounge of Flower Mound will continue to be a salon that offers elite customer care.

Best Eyelash Extensions The Lash Lounge 972.808.5274 5801 Long Prairie Rd., Ste. 830 Flower Mound, TX 75028 TheLashLounge.com

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Seven years ago a client sheepishly approached Jesse James Leyva, Owner of Jesse James Fit in Flower Mound TX. to ask a favor. Inside JJF there is a large wall, growing each year full of client photos who had competed in various bodybuilding and fitness shows.

The pictures were for everyone to see – like a wall of fame – and the men and women in them were sculpted from head to toe.

Everyone loved the display. This particular client wanted to be a part of it.

“I remember them asking, ‘I don’t want to do a show, but it’s a goal of mine to get on that wall!’”. “You don’t have to be a competitor to get on the wall and I thought it was an awesome idea.” replied Leyva.

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towards the goal of joining the rest of the fit bodies and display of accomplishments featured on the wall.

Over the years, getting on “the wall” has become a bit of a goal setting for clients at Jesse James Fit that Leyva and his personal trainers work hard to make a reality for others.

“We train a variety of clients from husbands and wives, even a mom and her two sons,” Leyva said with a smile. “These are regular people who made big changes. I get goosebumps every time I think about it.”

Jesse James Fit is celebrating it’s 14 year anniversary! 14 years ago Leyva opened with the goal of being different from the big box fitness centers surrounding him. He envisioned a safe environment for people dedicated to making big changes in their lives to feel comfortable doing so. The JJF motto is “Success is not what you do for yourself but what you do for others” and encourages his staff to deliver this thought to each client they get the pleasure to work with. facebook.com/BestofDentonCounty

Jesse James Fit is roughly 7,700 square feet of pure awesome. It is not a gym, rather a personal training studio that focuses on anything fitness related from weight loss programs, boot camps, individualized training, group training, couples training, youth programs, senior programs, and military prep training and transformation challenges.

There are 16 trainers at Jesse James Fit – and all of them are salaried employees including Leyva and partners Kay Simms. Combined, this trio offers over 50 years of experience in the fitness industry.

Their attitude of inclusiveness, respect, and good old fashioned hard work has helped Jesse James Fit become a trendsetter in the fitness industry. Leyva and his team land multiple awards year after year – including those from you our loyal Best of Denton County voters. From 2012-2020, Jesse James Fit has been recognized as Best Personal Trainer, Personal Training Facility, and Best Indoor Bootcamp for his sister company Outlaw FitCamp.

“I never thought I’d have this many cool stories come out of one place in Flower Mound TX” Leyva said. “Looking at the wall of photos sometimes others see someone up there and think, ‘Oh, that guy’s just lucky.’ They don’t know the story behind the guy in the photo or his journey to accomplish the 35 pounds weight loss and the fit physique displayed. Or the lady who lost 60 pounds, got off medications, and gave it her all for weeks and weeks, sweat, and tears to overcome her obstacles. These people weren’t perfect or lucky, they worked hard and persevered through the tough workouts. “We’re happy to be able to offer the atmosphere to help them accomplish their goals.”

“We are a big family,” Leyva said. “I love people and I could tell from the very beginning that we had something different. Everyone here is trained by someone, and they have that individualized attention and accountability. It has become a safe place for many people.”

Leyva’s passion for health and fitness began with him taking a heavy interest in bodybuilding even earning the title Mr Texas in 2010. He has also been candid about the fact he grew up the son of a single mom in a poor family from Los Angeles. He eventually moved to Texas to open his first gym Nu Body Gym & Tan then Texas Sports Club. Leyva had always instilled passion, discipline, hard work and dedication into each of his clients. Working with people towards meeting their goals and self betterment with amazing retention as a personal trainer he used his strengths and passion to create Jesse James Fit in 2007. At the heart of his new venture was individualized training with a focus on family fitness. Unlike big box gyms, everyone at Jesse James Fit is paired with a trainer. Those trainers share the same core values that Leyva has, and they are in it for the long haul. Some trainers even left corporate America to pursue their passion and make a career in fitness.

In 2016 Leyva introduced a new adjustable tiered salary structure for his employees that creates a team culture for success. That’s practically unheard of in the fitness industry. Jesse James Fit was the first in the country to do a salary-based structure for personal trainers and as of 2017 Jesse James Fit also offers health insurance for their employees.

Jesse James Fit is one of the largest personal training studios in North America as well as the corporate location for Outlaw FitCamp. Outlaw FitCamp is Jesse’s newest development as of 2014 launching in Little Elm its prototype and adding another in Hickory Creek, in 2017 another McKinney TX location. By January 2018 Outlaw FitCamp launched the franchise with 2 new locations added in 2019, Keller, Plano and Fort Worth on the way. Today, Outlaw FitCamp Franchise is a quickly growing DFW franchise with opportunity throughout the United States.

“I have a team here who wake up ready to dominate. This is what they do, and they not only care about their clients, but they all do things in a team effort.” Leyva said. “Some personal trainers have been with me for over 10 years now.”

Never one to stay stagnant, Leyva said he is always looking for ways to make his product better for clients & employees. Each year he does something different, whether it be adding new equipment and various remodels to opening a new location and adding more incentives for his staff. He and his staff are heavily invested in the community, and will continue to march to the beat of their own drum making a fitness impact on anyone who is ready to make changes towards their health and lifestyle.

Best Bootcamp Instructor Best Indoor Bootcamp, Best Personal Trainer, Best Personal Training Facility and Best Weight Loss Center Jesse James Fit • Outlaw Fitcamp 972.355.2639 1001 Cross Timbers Rd., Ste. 1200 Flower Mound, TX 75028 JesseJamesFit.com • OutlawFitcamp.com

At this rate, he may need another big wall for more client success stories.

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SOLUTIONS FOR WELLNESS

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Choosing a healthcare provider is one of the most important decisions you can make. You want someone compassionate who is willing to take the time to research the root cause of your symptoms, not just treat symptoms.

Dr. Juanee Surprise in Denton is that someone.

With over 40 years of experience, she is committed to providing true wellness healthcare while maintaining a drug-free, individualized approach.

“The natural approach to health is to determine the underlying cause of the symptoms or disease.”

Dr. Surprise said. “A headache, for instance, can have many causes, but one cause will never be a deficiency of aspirin or other pain medicine.”

She goes on to say that, “The manifestations of symptoms mean your body is letting you know that something is wrong.”

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and is certified by the American Naturopathic Certification Board as an NMD. In addition, Dr. Surprise is registered by the Turtle Island Provider Network as a Doctor of Indigenous Medicine (Certified Traditional Tribal Practitioner). And she is the only chiropractor to have been awarded four different diplomates and a fellow in nutrition.

Over the past 25 years, Dr. Surprise has taught nutrition at several chiropractic colleges, including technique and pain management courses at the postgraduate level.

The all-natural, non-surgical methods Dr. Surprise practices help people most who suffer from health problems associated with biomechanical (chiropractic) dysfunction and biochemical (nutrition and lifestyle) excesses and/or deficiencies. “Most health problems are due to these two,” states Dr. Surprise.

“The human body is like a chemical test tube controlled by our nervous system.” In addition to addressing the problem, she finds and supports the body to fix the core of the problem, often using Shape Reclaimed Health Restoration Program. All programs are developed specifically for each patient.

Getting back to her credentials, Dr. Surprise has been listed in the Who’s Who in Medicine

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and Healthcare, and has been recognized as a Top Doctor since 2014. Currently, she is author and lead instructor for the online Clinical Nutrition with Functional Medicine program for health professionals and even speaks to groups and organizations.

Dr. Juanee Surprise practices these methods for achieving wellness, and with the dedication and knowledge she shares with her patients, a visit to her office could be the answer to your health concerns.

Best Nutritionist / Dietitian - Certified Dr. Surprise Natural Methods 940.999.6868 2430 S I-35, Ste. 218 Denton, TX 76205 www.DrSurprise.com

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There’s nothing worse than waking up late at night drenched in sweat because your air conditioner stopped working. Well, actually there is – how about being stuck without cool air during the middle of a hot summer day in North Texas?

There are plenty of companies you can call when

to commercial and residential consultation as well

when you need superior A/C service done right,

24/7 service.

air conditioning and heating troubles strike, but and with a local touch, Northside A/C is your go-to choice.

“We are known for reliability and great customer service,” Northside A/C co-owner Jerry Grote said. “We have a knack for treating each

customer as if they were the most important – because they are.”

Jerry, co-owner Bobby Pope, and the impressive staff at Northside A/C in Lewisville were voted

Best Heating/Air Repair Company in this year’s Best of Denton County awards for a reason.

They put their customers first. Add to that their combined industry knowledge – a collective

100-plus years – and you will find an operation that is second to none. They’ve been keeping

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as design, diagnostics, repairs, replacements, and Northside A/C employs some of the most highly trained staff in the area that are background checked and drug tested so you feel confident and secure. Their repair and installation technicians have gained numerous certifications from prominent organizations including American Standard, North American Technician Excellence (NATE) and Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA), as well as in specialties such as variable speed systems, geothermal systems, and ductless systems.

“I like to create stability and consistency for

my employees and customers,” Jerry said. “By creating systems and processes that focus on our customers’ needs, we are also raising the industry standard. Northside excels at giving our customers a sense of direction. HVAC

repairs and replacements can be unexpected

and costly, and some customers get lost with all the options available. We offer a sense of

calm decision-making to guide clients through this. We have assisted countless homeowners in navigating the service and replacement process. We strive to put customers in a better situation, and for some, we have

helped reduce their electric bills in half.”

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More importantly, they buck the trend of the impersonal service, unreliability, and pushy sales tactics that can be found in much bigger HVAC companies.

Best Commercial HVAC Northside Air Conditioning 972.318.5097 www.NorthsideAir.com Residential & Commercial

For Jerry, Northside A/C was started in order to fill a void in the industry, by focusing on the needs of the customer. And they are here to stay.

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by Steve Gamel

How many times have you been stuck on hold with your business phone service provider for an hour or even two? That scenario sounds crazy, but it happens all the time. All you want is for your phones to work — no more dropped calls, poor voice quality, and limited functionality — but you’re spending more time on hold than getting the problem fixed.

Thankfully, there is a business that Denton County residents can call right now to avoid the typical run-around and, more importantly, ensure they never have to deal with disruptions in communication ever again.

Meet Vested Networks in Lewisville. Owners Evan and Courtney Huff say they install and maintain professional VoIP business phone systems, but it’s so much more than that. Need a free phone or an expert for voice and data cabling, network security closets, or security

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camera installations? Vested Networks has you covered. Need a partner for your IT department or internet provider? They do that, too.

Evan started in the business 10 years ago working with larger VoIP providers and learned quickly that there was a better way of servicing customers.

So he went out on his own.

He and Courtney haven’t looked back since, and with a growing team of associates ready to serve, you can’t go wrong partnering with them.

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“For us, it wasn’t rocket science: just treat people the way we would want to be treated,” Courtney said. “Whenever you call any provider, you can be stuck on hold for hours. I don’t want to be on the phone for hours, and neither do customers. They need that time to run their business, there’s no time to worry if the phone on their desk will work how it should.”

The world of VoIP telecommunications systems is perfect for sole proprietors and small businesses with an in-house staff or remote workers. But the last thing you expect are dropped calls, frequent static, or voices cutting in and out.

At the end of the day, these are your business lines that you conduct business through every day. You deserve extreme reliability and to have someone in your corner making sure things are working properly and be ultra quick should anything need changed. If that’s not what you’re currently receiving from your provider, that’s a disservice to you and your customers, and you’re losing money!

“You deserve amazing service and support and that’s what you get with Vested,” Evan said.

“We’re there for you at every step from install to forever service.”

Best Business IT Solutions Vested Networks 972.924.6488 809 Office Park Cir., Ste.100 Lewisville, TX 75057 VestedNetworks.com

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Adams Furniture in Justin has been providing quality American-crafted furniture since 1929, yet you still might ask how a furniture store in Justin can compete with all the big box stores. Owner Jim Smith says it is simple.

“Just offer people quality American-crafted furniture and treat people the way you want to be treated,” he said.

Most people don’t realize that the majority of the impersonal big box stores only offer imported furniture that almost always contains non-wood products. They also contain formaldehydes and many other dangerous and toxic chemicals. Clearly, this is not good for you or your family.

Imported furniture is lower quality because it must be shipped in the smallest possible box.

This means lots of parts that must be assembled by the consumer, leading to loosening joints and failing structure over time. American-made furniture, on the other hand, is made from safe and sustainable solid wood from trees grown on American tree farms. There are no harmful chemicals used, and when a tree is cut down, a new one takes its place.

Another big plus is that American furniture manufacturers offer something that the lower quality imports can’t — options. You can customize your new furniture to reflect your own personality.

Whether it’s a new sofa, chair, recliner, dining room or bedroom set, there are over 750 designer fabrics, over 45 top-grain leathers, and over 50 wood finishes at your disposal.

These options mean that at Adams Furniture in Justin, you’re going to love the quality. More importantly, you’re going to love the look.

When you buy American-made furniture or anything else made in America, you are helping keep Americans employed and our American economy strong.

So, pick a Tuesday through Saturday and take the short drive out to Adams Furniture in Justin to discover the quality American-crafted furniture that you’ve been missing out on.

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Growing up in the Rio Grande Valley, Annette Ehrhart certainly didn’t think she would end up in Denton, Texas. “I guess I just grew where I was planted,” said the owner of Ehrhart’s Jewelers. Annette came to Denton to attend TWU, and while in school, she helped a family friend at an Indian Jewelry show. At that show, she met her future husband Jack Ehrhart, a jewelry designer.

Soon, Annette and Jack were attending jewelry shows together, and in 1975, they put down roots and opened their own store

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in Denton. Together, they built and grew their business by making the customers their number one priority. “In the beginning, we often joked that first we said yes to whatever the customers asked of us. Then, we figured out how to make the request happen.”

The entire team at Ehrhart’s Jewelers has a knack of genuinely listening to customers.

Whether it is assisting customers in finding the perfect piece for a special occasion or helping them discover a way to repurpose and redesign a family heirloom, the jewelers take great pride in their ability to think outside the box while providing excellent customer service. Customers often return because they appreciate feeling listened

For forty-five years, Ehrhart’s Jewelers has done everything from simple repairs to designing and creating extraordinary, custom pieces of fine jewelry, and Annette still considers owning a jewelry store the best job in the world. The industry is always changing. New gems are still being discovered, and gems that customers are familiar with are being found in new parts of the world.

Ehrhart’s Jewelers has proudly served three generations of customers. “It is incredibly rewarding to know that so many families have trusted us through the years,” said Annette.

“Nothing makes our team happier than seeing a customer’s face when we have restored a family heirloom or made the ring of their dreams.”

When she is not at the store, you will find Annette enjoying time with her five grown children and 16 grandchildren. She is also active in her church and supports several local, nonprofit organizations and educational groups.

Forty-five years in business is a big milestone for any company, and Annette is truly looking forward to celebrating the store’s 50th anniversary in a few years.

Best Gold & Silver Exchange & Best Jewelry Store - Consignment Ehrhart’s Jewelers (940) 382-5454 260 S I-35E, Ste. 200 Denton, TX 76205 www.EhrhartJewelers.com

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The words “community bank” have been thrown around plenty of times over the years. But what does that mean, exactly?

Loyal customers at PointBank aren’t shy to tell you. For them,

it means calling your bank, and the person on the other end of the line knows you by your first name. It means walking into

your nearest branch and being surrounded by your neighbors, all of whom are genuinely excited to see you. It also means

having a bank in your corner that you can count on to take care of you in good times and bad, and a bank that prides itself

on being a beacon of light in a community that thrives off the selfless acts of others.

For more than 135 years, PointBank has been putting the “community” in “community

“Everyone is very genuine; you feel great walking in.”

Gerard Hudspeth City of Denton District 1

“I can talk to somebody I actually know that I can trust.”

Steve Gauvey & Dr. Leena Alexander Starshine Dentistry

“I’m a local business myself, so it felt only natural to open my business accounts with PointBank as a local bank!”

Sandi Sabonis Zip it Postal Centers

bank.” Their insistence on treating every customer like they are the bank’s only customer not only keeps everyone coming back, but it has also given customers countless reasons to tell all their friends and family how much they love their bank. In this day and age, you deserve to have that type of relationship with your bank. PointBank has been doing it for years. That’s why your neighbors love them so much, and you will too.

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“Knowing that I have a local banker I know I can call with no problem at all is just wonderful.”

Michelle McLaren Just the Facts Insurance facebook.com/BestofDentonCounty

YOU WILL TOO “They’re the kind of people that, when they ask how you’re doing, they genuinely care about the answer.”

Awstin Gregg Connections Wellness Group

“Everybody’s so happy to see you all the time. It makes you feel like they’re giving me the same service I give my customers!”

Nick Vraniqi Nick’s Italian Restaurant

“I would recommend PointBank to any of my friends and family.”

“They are people you know, people that live around you.”

Luciana Berney Coffee Tree Cafe Argyle

Steve Coomes Aubrey Pharmacy

“We felt it would be important to work with a local bank which provides a ‘hands on’ approach, and PointBank was the one that fit our needs.”

Steven & Karen Severance Steve’s Wine Bar

Best Business Bank, Best Business Networking, & Best Personal Finance Bank PointBank 940.686.7000 • 972.434.3200 Argyle • Aubrey • Denton • Lewisville Flower Mound • Lake Cities Little Elm • Pilot Point www.PointBank.com

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“We had a pretty powerful meeting that day,” Jay said.

And the year started as they anticipated, with big sales numbers, thriving relationships, and that trademark high-level service that keeps blowing people’s socks off.

But 45 days later, the COVID-19 pandemic threatened to destroy everything his boutique brokerage had built. Rather than throw their perfectly-laid plans out the window, they did the only thing that made sense — they doubled down.

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housing crisis, and all types of economies,” Jay said. “I knew how we needed to operate, which was to go back to the basics. We needed to connect with people at a high level. So we doubled down on our brand, relationships, and providing high-level service.”

Since March, Jay Marks Real Estate has closed half of the production it had all of last year. Showcasing a problem-solving mindset, they also created a virtual home selling platform called BuyAHouseFromHome. com and have continued to impress clients with a level of service you can’t find anywhere else. For example, one of their agents, Nina Boyd, sold five homes 100% virtually — not only coordinating a showing via FaceTime but also doing the same with various designers and contractors so that the clients’ needs were met. More recently, the team got a call from a client who hurt his back while moving. Within an hour, Jay and his team had four people lending a helping hand.

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“A lot of realtors may have said, ‘Call Ace the plumber or Mike the electrician.’ We do it for them,” said Jay, who has always believed that each client matters, and every home matters. “It can be stressful buying or selling a home. We take care of people and meet their needs privately.

People matter, and we recognize that.”

Ever the community supporter, Jay’s Foodie Friday DFW and Denton County Giving video series are still going strong as well. With Foodie Friday, they’ve doubled down on encouraging people to continue to support local restaurants by dining in or ordering food for takeout and delivery — whatever is necessary to help keep businesses in motion.

“It’s been a crazy time, but we were prepared because we always go ‘All The Way’” Jay said.

Best Real Estate Agency Jay Marks Real Estate 972.724.2540 1013 Long Prairie Rd., Ste. 102 Flower Mound, TX 75022 www.JayMarksRealEstate.com

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When you’ve been in the real estate world for as long as Brand Properties Group has, it doesn’t take long to become known as the neighborhood guide everyone trusts. Therefore, the better question isn’t who have they helped along the way but rather, “Who haven’t they worked with yet?” The latter, in all honesty, is a pretty short list.

For nearly 30 years, the realtors of Brand Properties Group have been everyone’s first and last resource for any real estate need, whether it be buyers, sellers, investors, commercial clients, churches, and everyone in between. They’ve gotten to this point by checking off some pretty important boxes: putting clients’ needs first, in-depth community and market knowledge, marketing savvy, effective

negotiating skills, integrity, and a high-quality professional network.

They provide the very best service combined with an unrivaled knowledge of what it takes to get you into your dream home. And the proof is in the pudding, as they were just named Top 3 Best Real Estate Agency by Best of Denton County voters.

“I love being able to educate and help my clients with their ultimate goal, whether it’s to sell their current home, find their dream home, invest, or find a career in real estate. You name it, I have done it all,” said Stacey Sauer, team lead and listing agent. “My favorite thing about it is that on closing day, I get to see these amazing clients happy and know that I’ve succeeded in helping them find their dream home for many memories. It makes me feel successful. I love what I do.”

Stacey and Erin have been in the industry for over 20 years and is part of a powerful and growing team at Brand Properties Group.

Stacey, Erin, and Jeff Brand are the visionaries behind it all and is flanked by realtors who know how to effectively navigate every stage of your transaction. Their team includes Julie Dowd, Amy Pickard, and Jana Wren.

In particular, Stacey and Erin used to be elementary school teachers before transitioning to their lengthy careers in real estate. Stacey is known for her problem-solving abilities and persistence. Erin is known for her relationship building and communicative style, and Jeff is known for his superior knowledge in the real estate industry which makes them a dynamic team with qualities real estate agents must have.

In their eyes, it’s all about going above and beyond for their clients.

“I always say that ‘no’ is not an answer. It just means there is another way to do it,” Stacey said.

And with Brand Properties Group on your side, you can rest easy that your next home is just down the road.

Top 3 Best Real Estate Agency

Jeff Brand

Erin Pickard

Stacey Sauer

Head of Growth & Development

Lead Buyers Agent

Team Lead Listing Agent

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Brand Properties Group 972.539.6555 2611 Cross Timbers Rd. Flower Mound, TX 75028 www.BrandPropertiesGroup.com

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Home financing has the power to change your life for the better, short and long-term. We believe such an important step in your life deserves the greatest care and attention. That’s why we strive to make sure you’re informed and empowered at every step of the mortgage process.

We’re here to help, whether you’re buying your first home, investing in property or ready to upgrade. With hundreds of loan products to choose from, there’s something for almost every situation. We’ll take the time to discuss your specific needs and find the loan that suits you.

And if you’re thinking about refinancing—we’d love to help with that too. Refinancing is a powerful financial tool that can give you more flexibility and freedom. This is a

great time to take advantage of low rates to consolidate debt, reduce your monthly payment, get a reduced interest rate or get cash out for projects around the house.

Our team is committed to lending with passion and we’re honored to have been recognized by Best of Denton County for the 7th year in a row.

“It is an honor to be part of this amazing community, and we’re grateful to be recognized as the top mortgage lender in Denton County. As always, we’re excited

to help more of our neighbors make their housing dreams come true.” said Jim Mitzel, Division President.

We’re part of your community, and your future is important to us. Our team would love to help, whether you’re financing locally or getting ready for a move. Our Flower Mound location is the hub for multiple branches in Texas and one in Tulsa OK. Licensed to lend in TX, OK, AZ and CA. And while we’re locals who are invested in the community, we also have the power and resources of a nationwide organization, so we can offer you the wide range of options you deserve. And our modern technology makes the process simple and stress-free.

Contact us about your home financing needs to get the personalized attention you deserve. We can’t wait to help you make your goals a reality.

Best Mortgage Company Primary Residential Mortgage, Inc 214.736.9466 2800 Corporate Dr., Ste. 102 Flower Mound, TX 75028 www.LendingWithPassion.com

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If you ever have the pleasure of meeting Chrissy Mallouf of Keller Williams, you will never forget her. With her positive attitude, cheerful personality, and boundless energy, she makes a powerful impression.

through the neighborhood to the highway, and mapping out nearby businesses significant to the buyer, such as doctors, schools, and stores.

“From the million-dollar client to those looking for a starter home, everyone is just as important to me,” Chrissy explained. “I’m grateful to be in a position to help people fulfill their dreams and build lifelong relationships.”

In addition to her real estate work, Chrissy is an advocate for volunteering. For the last two years, she has been proud to serve on the Board of Directors for the Greater Denton-Wise County Association of Realtors. The list continues with the Denton Parks Board, Denton Benefit League, the Denton ISD Foundation, the United Way, and the Denton Fillies Booster Club as second vice-president and secretary.

And she has been making dreams come true in real estate for over 12 years.

Once a house is sold, Chrissy even posts a “Congrats on Your New Home” sign on the new homeowner’s yard after the sale! That’s just one example of her going the extra mile. It’s no wonder she won Best of Denton County Real Estate Buyer’s Agent for the second year in a row.

Because she was raised in Denton, Chrissy knows all about Denton County.

Best Real Estate Buyer’s Agent Chrissy Mallouf with Keller Williams 940.206.7555 2434 Lillian Miller Pkwy.

Denton, TX 76205 www.ChrissyMallouf.com

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“I love that I can give back to the Denton County community, Chrissy said. “And it’s an honor to be recognized in the county where I live and work.”

Navigating the area has been beneficial for her work in ways that help her clients, such as knowing that a house will be going on the market soon, pointing out shortcuts

Social media plays a big part in her work, too, as she posts tips for buyers and sellers, gifs to make you smile, and helpful real estate information.

Her good works have not gone unnoticed. In 2019, she was recognized by Keller Williams as “Influencer of the Year.” And Chrissy was recently recognized by the state of Texas as one of only 100 realtors recognized for acts of kindness!

Residing in Denton with her husband John, daughter Madison (15), and son Holden (12), Chrissy remains very involved with family activities despite her hectic schedule and can be seen at her kids’ sporting events — possibly on her way to a house showing.

Whatever the task, Chrissy doesn’t just go the extra mile. It’s more like 10. And she isn’t showing any signs of stopping.

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Top 3 Best Mortgage Company, & Top 3 Best Mortgage Loan Banker Tom Tevis • 972.754.4677 Fairway Independent Mortgage 2500 Lakeside Pkwy., Ste. 130 Flower Mound, TX 75022 www.applywithteamtevis.com

For 20 years, Tom Tevis has loved his job. We don’t just mean he enjoys it, we mean he loves it so much and gets up every morning chomping at the bit to help someone buy a home.

That’s why he’s been voted Best Of Denton County mortgage banker for five years straight.

“My team and I make the process of buying a home fun with the least amount of stress,” said Tom. “If they have credit or any other kind of issues, I love getting them to qualify for a home. “ In fact, most of his clients say that he made the whole process fun and easy. When was the last time you said that about getting a mortgage?

Tom says that when people easily qualify you make sure the rest of the process goes smoothly. But when they need help that’s when he really goes to work to follow up until he can get them to the closing table. His true passion is helping people and even if they needed extra help that’s just an exciting challenge to Tom. Tom grew up in Lubbock where his mother was a professor at Texas Tech. Once he got to the Dallas area, he knew he was home.

“I love it here”, he said. He loves to play golf as often as possible.

Hence the name, Fairway Independent Mortgage.

He supports his church, First Refuge Ministries and Sea Partners, which serves and educate the people of south Sudan. Serving people is a passion.

“I am passionate, caring and fun and that shows in my work and personal life,“ said Tom.

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We are proud to announce the winners of Best of Denton County 2020!

Nominations were made by the residents of Denton County. Nominations took place June 12– July 10, and afterwards, the top 3 nominees went on to the final voting which took place July 24 – August 21. All nominations and voting were held at www.BestofDentonCounty.com. Every winner is listed in the print and online directory for free so that the whole county knows who’s the best of the best! Final voting was hosted by an independent third party to ensure fair and accurate results.

Winners Directory Automotive Services AUTO ACCESSORIES Fifth Gear Automotive www.fifthgear.biz

MOTORCYCLE DEALER American Eagle Harley Davidson www.aeharley.com

AUTO BODY SHOP Pro Care Collision www.pccollision.com

NEW CAR DEALERSHIP Classic of Denton www.classicofdenton.com

AUTO SERVICE CENTER - DEALERSHIP Bill Utter Ford www.billutterford.com BOAT & RV STORAGE Lakeview Marina www.ldbc-lakeview.com BOAT DEALER Phil Dill Boats www.phildillboats.com CUSTOM AUTO/TOY VEHICLE ACCESSORIES North Texas Truck Accessories www.northtexastruckaccessories.com CUSTOM PAINT Color Customs Collision of Denton www.colorcustoms.com

DOMESTIC CAR DEALERSHIP

WINE & SPIRITS Steve’s Wine Bar www.steveswinebar.com

Sam Pack’s Five Star Ford

OIL CHANGE Kwik Kar Lube & Tune of Denton www.kwikkardenton.com

Thank You for Voting Us Best Truck Dealership in Denton County FiveStarFordLewisville.com 1144 N. Stemmons Freeway Lewisville, TX 75067

TIRE STORE Briscoe Alignment & Tire www.briscoetire.com

PAINTLESS DENT & HAIL REPAIR

metrodent

972.382.9987

hailfreecar

Serving DFW for Over 25 Years!

Classic of Denton

Your neighborhood hail repair center.

Thank you for voting us Best Paintless Dent & Hail Repair for 2 Years in a row! www.HailFreeCar.com 1620 E State Hwy 121, Ste. C100 Lewisville, TX 75056

BOSCO

Bosco Auto Group Wide array of vehicles in stock.

Foreign & domestic - Diesels to Exotics. Locally owned and operated since 2006. www.BoscoAutoGroup.com 1401 Justin Rd. Flower Mound, TX 75028

FULL SERVICE MOBILE DETAILING Eco Car Spa www.EcoCarSpa.org 469.227.0233 2601 Preston Rd. Frisco, TX 75034 Best of Denton County 2020

TRUCK REPAIR SHOP Sam Pack’s Five Star Ford of Lewisville www.fivestarfordlewisville.com

972.833.1393

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Beauty Services BARBERSHOP Mel’s Barber Shop www.melsbarbershop.com BEAUTY ENDERMOLOGIE Flower Mound Vein Center www.flowermoundveins.com CELLULITE REMOVAL Flower Mound Plastic Surgery www.flowermoundplasticsurgery.com CHILDREN’S SALON Pigtails and Crewcuts of Highland Village www.pigtailsandcrewcuts.com/highlandvillage

COLOR SALON

Bar & Nightlife Services BAR PATIO Marty B’s www.martybsplace.com BAR STAFF Local Pint www.localpint.beer

BEER SELECTION

Local Pint Thank you for voting us Best in Denton County! www.LocalPint.Beer 2750 Churchill Dr., Ste. 170 Flower Mound, TX 75022

214.285.3628

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FULL SERVICE CAR WASH Clean & Green of Hickory Creek www.cleangreencarwash.com

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940.498.9800 DRIVE THRU CAR WASH Clean & Green of Corinth www.cleangreencarwash.com

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Metro Dent

214.735.8365

Classic Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, Ram and Mazda. Our goal is to make your vehicle buying experience the best possible with prices and service that can’t be beat. www.ClassicOfDenton.com 4984 South I-35E Denton, TX 76210

MIXED DRINKS Yellow Rose Steak & Chop House www.yellowrosesteakhouse.com SPORTS BAR Rusty Beagle Sports Grill www.rustybeagle.com

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AUTO REPAIR SHOP Tommy’s Hi-Tech Auto Repair www.tommyht.com

TRUCK DEALERSHIP

IMPORT CAR DEALERSHIP Classic of Denton www.classicofdenton.com

CRAFT BEER SELECTION Local Pint www.localpint.beer DRINK MENU The Brass Tap - Highland Village www.brasstapbeerbar.com/highlandvillage HAPPY HOUR Local Pint www.localpint.beer LIVE MUSIC Marty B’s www.martybsplace.com MARGARITAS Mi Dia From Scratch www.midiafromscratch.com

David Ryan Salon A full-service salon that can cater to the needs of any customer, including men and women. www.DavidRyanSalons.com 4151 Cross Timbers Rd., Ste. 150 Flower Mound, TX 75028 2210 SH 114, Bldg. A2, Ste. 240 Trophy Club, TX 76262

972.691.0022 (READ ON PG. 130) COSMETIC INJECTIONS The Med Spa of Flower Mound www.medspafm.com

DAY SPA

The Woodhouse Day Spa Massage Therapy Skin Care • Hydrafacial Body Treatments Nail Services www.HighlandVillage.

WoodhouseSpas.com 4081 Waller Creek, Ste. R120 Highland Village, TX 75077

817.438.1772 facebook.com/BestofDentonCounty

EYELASH EXTENSIONS

The Lash Lounge

Eyelash Extensions Lash Lifts Eyebrow & Eyelash Tinting Eyebrow Threading www.TheLashLounge.com 5801 Long Prairie Rd., Ste. 830 Flower Mound, TX 75028

972.808.5274 (READ ON PG. 83) FACIALS The Med Spa of Flower Mound www.medspafm.com HAIR EXTENSIONS Denton Color Lab www.dentoncolorlab.com

MEN’S SALON The Bearded Barber www.facebook.com/beardedbarbershop/ MICROBLADING Brow & Blade www.catherinesandersbrows.com NAIL SALON GrandLux Nail Salon grandluxnailsalon.com TANNING SALON Tan Evolution www.tanevolutiontan.com WAXING SERVICE Denton Color Lab www.dentoncolorlab.com

CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

Flower Mound Chamber of Commerce The place to be for business. www.FlowerMoundChamber.com

700 Parker Square St., Ste.100 Flower Mound, TX 75028

972.539.0500 COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION

WOMEN’S SALON

Integrity Commercial Group of Roanoke

HAIR STYLIST

Amber Michelle Salon

Specializing in Color, Cuts, and Brazilian Blowouts www.Cloud9Salon.com 1651 Justin Rd. Flower Mound, TX 75028

972.317.4384 (READ ON PG. 80)

Cut, Color, Style and Make Up. We’re Dedicated to Making You Look Your Absolute Very Best! www.AmberMichelleSalon.com 2500 Lakeside Pkwy., Ste. 140 Flower Mound, TX 75022

972.691.9500 (READ ON PG. 79)

MASSAGE SPA Sutera Spa www.suteraspaflowermound.com MASSAGE THERAPIST Birgit Christ with Cloud 9 Salon & Spa www.birgitchrist.massagetherapy.com

MED SPA

The Med Spa for the Sophisticated Woman and Distinguished Man. The Look You Want Through a Conservative Approach www.MedSpaFM.com 2601 Lakeside Pkwy., Ste. 180 Flower Mound, TX 75022

972.874.0008 (READ ON PG. 4) www.BestofDentonCounty.com

Fire & Water Clean-Up & Restoration Like it Never Even Happened.® www.ServProFlower MoundLewisville.com 650 S. Edmonds Ln. Lewisville, TX 75067

Providing our customers with the highest quality construction services in the Dallas / Fort Worth metroplex. www.IntegrityGroups.com 361 W Byron Nelson Blvd., Ste. 104 Roanoke, TX 76262

817.753.0111

ENERGY BROKER/CONSULTANT US Energy Experts, LLC www.useellc.com FIRE & WATER CLEAN UP Mr. Restore www.mrrestore.com GRAPHIC DESIGN Portside Marketing, LLC www.portsidemarketing.com

MARKETING SPECIALIST

COMMERCIAL EXTERMINATOR Affordable Pest Control www.dentonaffordablepestcontrol.com

Business & Professional Services BUSINESS BANK

Northside Air Conditioning PointBank Thank You for Voting Us Best Business Bank, Best Business Networking, and Best Personal Finance Bank

www.PointBank.com 940.686.7000 972.434.3200 Argyle • Aubrey Denton • Flower Mound Lake Cities • Lewisville Little Elm • Pilot Point (READ ON PG. 102)

The Med Spa of Flower Mound

Commercial & Residential

COMMERCIAL HVAC

MAKEUP LASH By Amber Michelle www.lashbyambermichelle.com MASSAGE (DROP-IN) Institute of Bodywork Studies www.bodyworkstudies.com

ServPro of Flower Mound/Lewisville

972.420.4771

LASER HAIR REMOVAL Live Young Wellness Spa www.liveyoungspa.com

Nathan Dean with Cloud 9 Salon & Spa

EMERGENCY RESTORATION

BUSINESS COACHING SERVICES Art Locke with Focal Point Business Coaching www.arthurlocke.focalpointcoaching.com BUSINESS EXPENSE CONSULTANT Schooley Mitchell of North Texas www.schooleymitchell.com/north-texas-texas BUSINESS IT SOLUTIONS Vested Networks www.vestednetworks.com BUSINESS NETWORKING PointBank www.pointbank.com

The Right Job, With Excellence, Every Time www.NorthsideAir.com 619 Hembry St. Lewisville, TX 75057

972.318.5097 (READ ON PG. 93) COMMERCIAL PAINTING Phillips Home Improvements www.phillipshomeimprovements.com COMMERCIAL PRINTING IC Print Signs Promo www.icprintsignspromo.com COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE Phyllis Garcia with Bridge Realty of Texas www.bridgerealtytexas.com COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE AGENT Ryan Collinsworth with Keller Williams Real Estate www.ryancollinsworth.com

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Local Studio. Global Impact.

MixedMediaCreations.com 2300 Rockbrook Dr. Lewisville, TX 75067

972.221.1600

NOTARY SERVICES Denton 24hr Mobile Notary www.denton24hrmobilenotary.com OFFICE CLEANING SERVICE Buckets and Bows Maid Service www.bucketsandbows.com PHOTOGRAPHER CORPORATE & HEADSHOT What’s That Guy’s Name? | PHOTOGRAPHY BY GUY T www.whatsthatguysname.com POSTAGE & MAILING Eagle Postal Center of Lewisville www.eaglepostalcenters.com PROMOTION PRODUCTS Groggy Dog www.groggydogonline.com SIGN COMPANY Sigma Signs & Printing www.sigmaprint.com SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGEMENT Murray Media Group www.murray-media.com

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WEB DESIGNER Portside Marketing, LLC www.portsidemarketing.com WEB DEVELOPER & SEO Portside Marketing, LLC www.portsidemarketing.com

Community & Non-Profit Services ADVOCACY ORGANIZATION Childern’s Adocacy Center for Denton County www.dcac.org ANIMAL ADVOCACY ORGANIZATION Ranch Hands Rescue www.ranchhandsrescue.com

ANIMAL NON-PROFIT

YOUTH CLUB

Cross Timbers YMCA We’re for Youth Development, Health Living, Social Responsibility, Youth Sports, Wellness Classes & More www.CrossTimbersYMCA.org 2021 Cross Timbers Rd. Flower Mound, TX 75028

972.539.9622

Education Services

Low Cost Spay & Neuter Vaccinations Dental Cleaning Heartworm Prevention Flea & Tick Prevention www.TexasForThem.org 713 Sunset Street Denton, TX 76201

940.566.5551 (READ ON PG. 74) CHARITY ORGANIZATION Cross Timbers Family YMCA www.ymcadallas.org

KD College Prep With 28+ years experience, we can help make your goals a reality through in-person or live online classes & more. www.KDCollegePrep.com 4000 Bruton Orand Blvd., Flower Mound, TX 75022

214.285.3500 (READ ON PG. 69)

HEALTH ORGANIZATION Denton County MHMR www.DentonMHMR.org MAGAZINE Best of Denton County www.BestOfDentonCounty.com MAYOR Charlotte Wilcox of Highland Village www.CharlotteWilcoxHighlandVillage.org ONLINE PUBLICATION Cross Timbers Gazette www.crosstimbersgazette.com OUTREACH / MISSIONARY ORGANIZATION Hearts for Homes www.heartsforhomes.org PASTOR Scott Jarvis with Garden Ridge Church of Christ www.gardenridge.org

NAEYC Accredited Degreed Teachers Over 41 Years of Early Childhood Education Excellence.

1st Certified Nature Explore Outdoor Classroom in the State of Texas. www.dkhacademy.org 2425 Briarhill Dr Highland Village, TX 75077

972.317.3494

PRIVATE SCHOOL: PRE-K – 12TH Lakeland Christian Academy www.lakelandchristian.org PUBLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Liberty Christian School www.libertychristian.com PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOL Flower Mound High School www.lisd.net/fmhs PUBLIC KINDERGARTEN Liberty Christian School www.libertychristian.com

ROTARY Rotary Club of Flower Mound www.flowermoundrotary.org

PUBLIC MIDDLE SCHOOL McKamy Middle School www.lisd.net/mckamy

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Carrollton 1025 Hebron Pkwy, Ste. 134 Carrollton, TX 75010

972.395.1231

TUTORING: IN HOME Homework in a Cafe www.homeworkinacafe.com TUTORING: MATH Mathnasium of Flower Mound www.mathnasium.com/flowermound TUTORING: READING The Tutoring Center www.tutoringcenter.com

Entertainment & Travel Services ACTING STUDIO

WATERPARK Hawaiian Falls of Roanoke www.hfalls.com/roanoke.php

Financial & Real Estate Services APARTMENT COMMUNITY Bexley River Walk www.bexleyriverwalk.com ARCHITECT Mike Love with The ML Group Architects www.mlgrouptexas.com ARCHITECTURE FIRM The ML Group Architects www.mlgrouptexas.com AUTO INSURANCE AGENCY Dagley Insurance www.dagleyins.com AUTO INSURANCE AGENT Courtney McManis with McManis Farmers Insurance Agency agents.farmers.com/tx/bartonville/courtneymcmanis

BOOKKEEPING

Frenzel CPA Excellent, Timely Service with a Smile Every Time. www.FrenzelCPA.com 2100 Village Pkwy., Ste. 103 Highland Village, TX 75077

940.382.4311 The Actors Conservatory Theatre

POLICE OFFICER Justin Buck with Flower Mound Police Department www.flower-mound.com

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Private Preschool - K

CHURCH YOUTH GROUP Garden Ridge Church of Christ of Lewisville www.gardenridge.org

FIRE STATION Flower Mound Fire Station www.Flower-Mound.com

www.TutoringCenter.com Flower Mound 1121 Flower Mound Rd., Ste. 550 Flower Mound, TX 75028

DAYCARE Primrose School of Lantana www.primroseschools.com/schools/lantana

CHURCH Valley Creek Church www.valleycreek.org

COMMUNITY LIAISON Flower Mound Women in Business www.FMWIB.com

The Tutoring Center

940.455.2800

CHARTER SCHOOL Founders Classical Academy of Flower Mound founders-flowermound.responsiveed.com

TRAVEL AGENCY Cruise Planners ~ Ocean Blue Travel www.oceanbluetravels.com TRAVEL AGENT Sheree Harris with Cruise Planners cruiseplanners.com/travel-agents/ view/5659-Sheree-&-Leonard-Harris

972.874.1999

COLLEGE PLANNING

Texas Coalition for Animal Protection

TUTORING - GENERAL

All-Inclusive Children’s Theatre Serving The Families of Denton County.

Thanks For Voting For Us! www.GetIntoTheACT.org 359 Lake Park Rd., Ste. 118 Lewisville, TX 75057

CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANT Holly Frenzel with Frenzel CPA www.frenzelcpa.com CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM Chandler & Knowles CPAs www.chandlerknowlescpa.com

CREDIT UNION

972.436.8228 BIRTHDAY PARTIES - KIDS Win Kids www.winkids.net BOWLING/FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT CENTER Main Event of Lewisville www.mainevent.com COUNTRY CLUB Lantana Golf Club www.lantanagolf.com EVENT FACILITY Circle R Ranch www.circlerranch.org

DATCU Credit Union Thank You for Voting Us Best of Denton County DATCU.org

940.387.8585

GAMING STORE More Fun Comics and Games of Denton www.morefuncomicsandgames.com MOVIE THEATER Moviehouse & Eatery sites.themoviehouse.com/flowermound PLACE FOR LIVE MUSIC Marty B’s www.martybsplace.com TEAM BUILDING Room 5280 DFW Escape Room dfw.escaperoom5280.com THEATER (PERFORMANCE) The Actors Conservatory Theatre www.getintotheact.org

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CUSTOM HOME BUILDING

Noble Classic Homes Noble Classic Homes has a reputation for building homes of superb craftsmanship and unique design.

NobleClassicHomes.com 9998 Hilltop Rd. Argyle, TX 76226

LIFE INSURANCE AGENT Courtney McManis with McManis Farmers Insurance Agency agents.farmers.com/tx/bartonville/ courtney-mcmanis

Chrissy Mallouf with Keller Williams

HEALTH INSURANCE AGENCY

Primary Residential Mortgage, Inc. Thank You for Voting Us Best Mortgage Company www.LendingWithPassion.com

Find the Insurance You Need in One Place!

Health • Medicare Life Insurance Supplemental • Small Business HealthMarkets.com/MikeMartin 7201 Edwards Road Denton, TX 76208

CUSTOM DECORATIVE PAINTING

MORTGAGE COMPANY

940.240.5332

Mike Martin with Healthmarkets

REAL ESTATE BUYER’S AGENT

2800 Corporate Dr., Ste. 102 Flower Mound, TX 75028

214.736.9466 (READ ON PG. 106)

A dynamic duo of customer focused, top producing, award winning and community minded realtors dedicated to maximizing your real estate experience.

WWW.ChrissyMallouf.com ChrissyMallouf@kw.com

2434 Lillian Miller Pkwy.

Denton, TX 76205

940.206.7555

Castle Painting & Home Services Interior & Exterior Painting Wallpaper Removal Bathroom Remodels Countertops • Flooring Cabinet Refacing www.CastlePainting.net

214.725.3464

(READ ON PG. 107) REAL ESTATE SELLER’S AGENT Shelby Love with The Love Team Keller Williams www.loverealtygroup.kw.com

TITLE COMPANY

MORTGAGE LOAN BANKER

CUSTOM WINDOW TREATMENTS Made in the Shade Blinds & More www.mitsblindsnorthdfw.com DRY CLEANER GK’s Cleaners www.gkscleaners.com ELECTRICIAN TLC Electrical www.tlcelectrical.com

EXTERMINATOR

972.786.4407 FINANCIAL ADVISING FIRM

Visionary Financial Group Retirement Planning, IRA’s/401K Rollovers, Life Insurance, Annuities, College Savings Plans www.VisionaryFinancialGroup.com

3305 Long Prairie Rd., Ste. 140 Flower Mound, TX 75022

972.539.0002 FINANCIAL ADVISOR Shelly Dodge with Visionary Financial Group www.visionaryfinancialgroup.com

Sam Fannin Premier Nationwide Lending “Your Mortgage Man” Contact me today to make your homeownership dreams a reality! www.PremierFlowerMound.com 4401 Long Prairie Rd., Ste. 500 Flower Mound, TX 75028

214.773.1246 PERSONAL FINANCE BANK PointBank www.pointbank.com NEW HOME BUILDER Lingenfelter Custom Homes www.lingenfeltercustomhomes.com PROPERTY MANAGMENT Denton County Property Management www.dentoncountypm.com

REAL ESTATE AGENCY

HEALTH INSURANCE AGENT Mike Martin with Healthmarkets www.healthmarkets.com/mikemartin HOME INSPECTION COMPANY DFW Home Inspection Group www.dfwhig.com HOME STAGING POSH Home Staging & Redesign www.poshhomestaging.com INSURANCE AGENCY Dagley Insurance www.dagleyins.com INSURANCE AGENT Courtney McManis with McManis Farmers Insurance Agency agents.farmers.com/tx/bartonville/courtneymcmanis LIFE INSURANCE AGENCY Jennifer Harvey New York Life Insurance www.newyorklife.com/agent/jgharvey

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Freedom Title Flower Mound - 972.899.5950 Denton (South) - 940.380.8822 Denton (North) - 940.220.4575 Lewisville - 972.436.8141 Southlake - 817.591.0490 Thanks for 8 Years in A Row

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Home Services APPLIANCE REPAIR McNeill’s Appliance www.mcneillsappliance.com

CABINET/GRANITE COMPANY

Eco Construction Group, LLC Home Renovations ECO CONSTRUCTION Kitchen & Bath Design Center Design. Build. Remodel.

Thank You for Voting Us Best in Denton County.

Jay Marks Real Estate

www.EcoConstructionGroup.com

We Know What Home Means to You. We’re here to help.

469.865.0032

www.JayMarksRealEstate.com 1013 Long Prairie Rd., Ste. 102 Flower Mound, TX 75022

972.724.2540 (READ ON PG. 104)

2920 Justin Road, Ste. 600 Highland Village, TX 75077

CARPET CLEANING Prestige Carpet Cleaning www.prestigecarpetcleaning.com CHRISTMAS LIGHT INSTALLATION Three Kings Grounds Keeping www.threekingsgroundskeeping.com

ABC Home & Commercial Services of DFW Pest & Rodent Control | Handyman Lawn Service & Fertilization Pool Services | Plumbing HVAC Services M-14802 | TACLA 23753C ABCHomeAndCommercial.com 997 Grandys Ln. Lewisville, TX 75077

866.TEAM.ABC (READ ON PG. 56) FENCE BUILDERS 4-D Construction & Fencing, LLC www.facebook.com/4DConstructionFencing FENCE STAINING & REFINISHING Goodman’s Firehouse Fence & Outdoor Living www.goodmansfirehousefence.com FIREPLACE / CHIMNEY SERVICE Off Duty Chimney Sweeps www.offdutychimneysweeps.com

FLOORING COMPANY

Smitty’s Floor Covering Since 1958 we have served residential, homeowners, commercial clients, and builders with experience and knowledge. www.SmittysFloorCovering.com

1815 N Elm St. Denton, TX 76201

940.382.3232

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GARAGE DESIGN / ORGANIZATION

Closets by Design Imagine your home totally ORGANIZED! Custom Closets, Garage Cabinets, Home Office, Pantries, Laundries, Wall Beds, Wall Units, Hobby Rooms, Garage Flooring and More! www.ClosetsByDesign.com 4125 Billy Mitchell Dr., Ste. 100A Addison, TX 75001

972.361.0010 (READ ON PG. 46) GARAGE DOOR COMPANY NTX Garage Doors, Openers & Gates www.ntxgaragedoors.com GARDEN CENTER Schmitz Garden Center www.schmitzgardencenter.com GUTTER CLEANING Mr. Handyman www.mrhandyman.com GUTTER INSTALLATION Reilly Roofing & Gutters www.reillyroofing.com HANDYMAN SERVICES 940 Handyman www.940Handyman.com

HEATING / AIR REPAIR

HOME RENOVATIONS Castle Painting and Home Services www.lewisvillepainting.com

NEW HOME OWNERS SERVICE Your New Neighborhood www.yournewneighborhood.com

HOME THEATRE / HOME ENTERTAINMENT Charlie Brown Sound & Electric www.charliebrownsound.com

OUTDOOR LIGHTING COMPANY Charlie Brown Sound & Electric www.charliebrownsound.com

INTERIOR DECORATOR Elena Johnson with Inspirations Interiors www.interiorsbyinspirations.com INTERIOR DESIGN STUDIO Hillary Baden Designs www.hillarybadendesigns.com

PAINTER Carnival Custom Painting www.paintflowermound.com

PATIO & OUTDOOR LIVING CONTRACTORS

IRRIGATION / LAWN SPRINKLER REPAIR

Scott’s Sprinklers Irrigation Installation & Repair Thank you for voting us Best of Denton County! www.ScottsSprinklers.org

972.318.5035 KITCHEN / BATH REMODELING Eco Construction Group, LLC www.ecoconstructiongroup.com

Complete Solutions We offer a full showroom and a turn key experience on your next patio, pool or landscape project CompleteSolutionsDFW.com 3513 Yucca Dr., Ste. 100 Flower Mound, TX 75028

972.539.8258

LANDSCAPING Three Kings Grounds Keeping www.threekingsgroundskeeping.com LAWN MAINTENANCE Frenchy’s Lawn & Tree www.frenchyslawns.com

We service & repair all makes and models, along with custom design & installation.

PLUMBER

MOSQUITO CONTROL

Mosquito Joe Metro Northwest DFW

www.CalvinsClimate.com 2811 Justin Rd. Flower Mound, TX 75028

972.691.4000

972.584.1641

HOME CLEANING SERVICES

Creating Free Time For Busy People, Like You! www.BucketsAndBows.com

972.219.0400

We Repair, Maintain and Replace All Makes and Models of Heating, Cooling & Plumbing Equipment.

Serving Denton County since 1980 Locally Owned & Operated www.Strittmatters.com

940.566.1122 972.436.6585

972.318.1500

SHOWER DOORS - FRAMELESS Denton Glass Company www.dentonglasscompany.com SOLAR SCREENS Longhorn Screens – Shades – Shutters www.longhornsolarscreens.com STONEWORK Texas Best Fence & Patio www.texasbestfence.com

SWIMMING POOL BUILDER Bowen Pools www.bowenpoolsllc.com

MOVING SERVICE

TREE REMOVAL SERVICE

1-2-Tree Pruning • Removal Stump Grinding Emergencies Lot Clearing www.12TREE.com 111 Duncan Ln. Lewisville, TX 75028

972.989.9332 (READ ON PG. 62) WEED CONTROL Weed Man www.weedmanfranchise.com

(READ ON PG. 48) POOL MAINTENANCE

WINDOW CLEANING Windows by Will www.windowsbywill.com WINDOW COMPANY Window Expo of Carrollton www.windowexpo.com

Brown Box Movers Buckets & Bows Maid Service

Our Mission is to Provide a Professional & Honest Approach to Roofing Residential & Commercial New Roofs & Roofing Repair www.AndersonRoofsTexas.com 197 Stonewood Blvd.

Bartonville, TX 76226

SWIMMING POOL REMODELERS Texas Traditions Outdoors www.dfwpoolandpatio.com

At Mosquito Joe Metro Northwest DFW, we pride ourselves on providing superior outdoor pest control for families in our community.

MetroNorthwestDFW. MosquitoJoe.com

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Anderson Roofing

STORAGE UNITS McGee Lane Self Storage www.mcgeelaneselfstorage.com

Strittmatter Plumbing & A/C

Calvin’s Climate

ROOFER

We service residential and commercial moves both local and long distance.

Other services include packing & unpacking, single item moves, storage, and more. www.BrownBoxMovers.com 3825 Market St., Ste. 119 Denton, TX 76208

940.381.6683

Bowen Pools Pool Cleaning & Maintenance Service & Repair Tanning Ledges Pool Renovations Custom Pools & Spas Water & Fire Features www.BowenPoolsLLC.com 3341 Long Prairie Rd. Flower Mound, TX 75022

214.770.7227

Thank You

For Supporting Our Local Businesses During These Hard Times

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Legal Services

CRIMINAL ATTORNEY

BANKRUPTCY ATTORNEY

Law Office of Kimberly Shanklin Byron Berry with Hayes, Berry, White, & Vanzant, LLP Family Law Commercial & Residential Real Estate Law Bankruptcy | Mediation www.hbwvlaw.com hbwvlaw • iheartmylawyer

940.387.3518 BANKRUPTCY LAW FIRM

We are a full-service law firm focused on fulfilling each client’s specific needs and exceeding their expectations. www.ShanklinLawFirm.com 400 West Oak St., Ste. 204 Denton, TX 76201

940.382.8216 (READ ON PG. 125) CRIMINAL LAW FIRM Jackson & Hagen Criminal Law www.jacksonhagenlaw.com

(READ ON PG. 124) BUSINESS ATTORNEY Andrew Christman with Christman Attorneys, PLLC www.christmanattorneys.com BUSINESS COLLECTIONS FIRM Minor & Jester, P.C. www.minorandjester.com BUSINESS LAW FIRM Hayes, Berry, White & Vanzant, LLP www.hbwvlaw.com

JUDGE Judge Brody Shanklin www.dentoncounty.com/Departments/ District-Courts/211th-District-Court

AUDIOLOGIST Allison Liberio with Family Hearing Practice of Flower Mound www.flowermoundfamilyhearing.com

JUVENILE & DEFENSE ATTORNEY Jimenez Law Firm, P.C. www.thejimenezlawfirm.com

KoonsFuller Family Law Divorce Child Custody Complex Property Division Prenuptial Agreements Paternity www.KoonsFuller.com 320 West Eagle Dr., Ste. 200 Denton, TX 76201

940.442.6677

ELDER LAW ATTORNEY Leigh Hilton with Leigh Hilton, PLLC www.dentonestateplanninglawyer.com

FAMILY ATTORNEY

CIVIL ATTORNEY Brett Nelson with Nelson Law Group, P.C. www.nelsonlawgrouppc.com

OIL & GAS ATTORNEY Richard Hayes with Hayes, Berry, White & Vanzant, LLP www.hbwvlaw.com OIL & GAS LAW FIRM Kelsey, Kelsey & Hickey Attorneys at Law www.dentontexaslawyers.com PERSONAL INJURY ATTORNEY Rocky Haire with Rocky Haire Injury Lawyers www.rockyhaire.com

PERSONAL INJURY LAW FIRM

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Divorce • Family Law Divorce Mediation Will & Probate Child Custody & Support www.LittleFamilyLawFirm.com 2904 Corporate Cr., Ste. 123 Flower Mound, TX 75028

940.489.8440

All-Inclusive Hearing Care For Patients of All Ages www.FlowerMound FamilyHearing.com 4491 Long Prairie Rd., Ste. 400 Flower Mound, TX 75028

(READ ON PG. 24)

Personal Injury Law Firm

CHILDREN & ADOLESCENT THERAPIST Michelle Dean, LPC with Connections Wellness Group www.connectionswellnessgroup.com

CHILDREN & ADOLESCENT THERAPY PRACTICE

www.SpringerLyle.com 1807 Westminster Denton, TX 76205

940.387.0404 REAL ESTATE ATTORNEY Kim Markel with Markel Law Firm www.markellawfirm.com TRAFFIC TICKETS ATTORNEY Sarah Roland Law www.sarahroland.com WILLS & ESTATE PLANNING ATTORNEY Jill Jester with Minor & Jester, P.C. www.minorandjester.com WILLS & ESTATE PLANNING LAW FIRM The Wright Firm, LLP www.thewrightlawyers.com

Medical & Health Services

CIVIL LAW FIRM The Wright Firm, LLP www.thewrightlawyers.com

Thomas Little with Little Family Law, LLC

Family Hearing Practice

817.997.4084

ALLERGIST

CONSTRUCTION ATTORNEY The Mackie Law Firm, PLLC www.mackielaw.net

AUDIOLOGY PRACTICE

LAW FIRM Minor & Jester, P.C. www.minorandjester.com

Our Personal Injury Attorneys represent clients injured in Denton, Dallas, Tarrant, Wise, Montague, Cooke, Grayson, Collin County and throughout Texas.

Minor & Jester, P.C. Attorneys and Counselors

940.387.7585

ALLERGY CENTER Flower Mound Allergy Asthma Center www.flowermoundallergyasthmacenter.com

DIVORCE ATTORNEY Jennifer Wilson with Wilson and Associates Law, P.C. www.wilsonandassociateslaw.com

DIVORCE LAW FIRM

At Minor & Jester, P.C., we understand that each client’s case is different.

Our top goal is clear communication between our law office and you. www.MinorAndJester.com 502 West Oak St., Ste. 200 Denton, TX 76201

FAMILY LAW FIRM KoonsFuller Family Law www.koonsfuller.com

Mary Hudelson, M.D., P.A. with Family Allergy & Asthma Care Thank You for Voting Us Best Allergist in Denton County. www.FAACcares.com 3051 Churchill Dr., Ste. 130 Flower Mound, TX 75022 2701 West Oak St., Ste. 101 Denton, TX 76201

Connections Wellness Group Our focus is treating anything causing you discomfort by connecting you to lasting solutions. www.Connections WellnessGroup.com 2701 Shoreline Dr., Ste. 151 Denton, TX 76210

940.222.2399 (READ ON PG. 10) CHIROPRACTIC PRACTICE Flower Mound Chiropractic www.flowermoundchiropractic.com CHIROPRACTOR Nick Ponomarenko, D.C. with Flower Mound Chiropractic www.flowermoundchiropractic.com

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COSMETIC DENTIST

Brett Titensor D.D.S. with Titensor Dental

EMERGENCY CARE

Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Flower Mound

GENERAL DENTAL PRACTICE

Leatherwood Family & Cosmetic Dentistry

Steven Titensor, DDS, PA Brett Titensor, DDS Thank You for Voting us Best Cosmetic Dentist & Best Dental Implant Dentist in Denton County.

Making stays restful and comfortable and visits smooth and enjoyable is the goal for employees and physicians on the medical staff at Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Flower Mound.

www.TitensorDental.com 1901 Long Prairie Rd., Ste. 320 Flower Mound, TX 75022

TexasHealthFlowerMound.com 4400 Long Prairie Rd. Flower Mound, TX 75028

Our mission is to provide the highest quality restorative dentistry and periodontal therapy in a comfortable and safe environment. Patients are welcomed into our practice with compassion and empathy. www.LeatherwoodDental.com 4400 Teasley Ln., Ste. 300 Denton, TX 76210

469.322.7000

940.220.5858

972.355.9545 (READ ON PG. 15) COUPLES & FAMILY THERAPIST Cara Strickland, MS, LMFT, EMDR with Redeemed Life Counseling, LLC www.redeemedlifecounseling.com COUPLES & FAMILY THERAPY PRACTICE Connections Wellness Group www.connectionswellnessgroup.com CRYOTHERAPY CLINIC Cryo Clinic www.thecryoclinic.com

DENTAL IMPLANT DENTIST

ENDODONTIST

Endodontic Excellence Microscopic Endodontics, Digital Radiology, Digital Record Keeping, Advanced Techniques & Expertise. www.Endoxl.com 4421 Long Prairie Rd., Ste. 400 Flower Mound, TX 75028

972.691.3636 FAMILY DENTIST

972.539.1491 (READ ON PG. 12) DERMATOLOGIST

Dermatology Center of Denton Medical Dermatology, Cosmetic Dermatology, Skincare Products www.DCDenton.com 2214 Emery St., Ste. 300 Denton, TX 76201

940.384.7546 DERMATOLOGY PRACTICE McGuiness Dermatology & Aesthetics www.mcguinessdermatology.com DOCTOR Lowell Phipps, M.D. with Phipps Family Medicine www.phippsfamilymedicine.com

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GENERAL SURGEON Patrick Shovlin, MD with Associates of Surgery www.assocofsurgery.com HOME HEALTH CARE Advanced RehabTrust Home Health www.rehabtrust.com HOSPICE Hospice Plus www.hospiceplus.net HOSPITAL Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Flower Mound www.texashealthflowermound.com LABOR & DELIVERY SERVICE Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Flower Mound www.texashealthflowermound.com

Dr. John C. Shillingburg with DFW Oral Surgeons Thank You for Voting Us Best Dental Implant Dentist, Best Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon, and Best Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Center in Denton County. www.DFWOralSurgeons.com 4421 Long Prairie Rd., Ste. 100 Flower Mound, TX 75028

GENERAL PRACTICE PHYSICIAN Lowell Phipps, M.D. with Phipps Family Medicine www.phippsfamilymedicine.com

MEDICAL MASSAGE Soma Massage Therapy www.somadenton.com

Matthew Artho, DDS Country Lakes Family Dental is family owned and operated providing quality care with a gentle touch. www.CountryLakesDental.com 74 McMakin Rd., Ste. 200 Bartonville, TX 76226

940.455.7645 (READ ON PG. 22) FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE

The Back & Body Clinic An integrated, team approach to primary medical & chiropractic care that listens to your needs. www.BackBodyClinic.com 571 W. Main St., Ste 100 Lewisville, TX 75057

972.436.9785 (READ ON PG. 35)

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MEN’S WELLNESS & HORMONE THERAPY PHYSICIAN Dr Sanderson with Live Young Wellness Spa www.liveyoungspa.com MENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONAL Michele Menzie, LCSW-S with Connections Wellness Group www.connectionswellnessgroup.com MIDWIFERY CARE Caring for Women Obstetrics & Gynecology www.cfwdenton.com MYOFUNCTIONAL THERAPY Kimberly White Speech & Myofunctional Therapy www.myofunctionaltherapist.com/kimberly-white OB/GYN PHYSICIAN Seasons OB/GYN PLLC www.seasonsflowermound.com OB/GYN PRACTICE Obstetrics & Gynecology Associates www.fmobgyn.com OPTHALMOLOGY North Dallas Eye Associates of Flower Mound www.northdallaseye.com

OPTOMETRIST

New View Optometry Thank You For Voting Us Best Optometrist www.NewViewOptometry.com 4151 Cross Timbers Rd., Ste. 140 Flower Mound, TX 75028

972.635.0943

ORAL & MAXILLOFACIAL SURGEON Dr. John C. Shillingburg, D.D.S. with DFW Oral Surgeons www.dfworalsurgeons.com ORAL & MAXILLOFACIAL SURGEON CENTER DFW Oral Surgeons www.dfworalsurgeons.com

ORTHODONTIST

Gronberg Orthodontics At Gronberg Orthodontics, we are GRONBERG pleased to provide the best that orthodontics has to offer, ensuring our patients have the opportunity to achieve healthier, more aesthetic smiles in a high-tech, comfortable setting. www.GronbergOrthodontics.com 3000 Village Pkwy., Ste. 430 Highland Village, TX 75077

972.966.2326 ORTHOPEDIC PHYSICIAN John C. McElroy, M.D. with Orthopedic Associates www.orthopedicassociates.org

ORTHOPEDIC PRACTICE

Orthopedic Associates We would like to thank the community for their continued support since 1976. www.OrthopedicAssociates.org 5000 Long Prairie Rd., Ste. 100 Flower Mound, TX 75028

972.420.1776 (READ ON PG. 34) PAIN MANAGEMENT PHYSICIAN Eric Anderson, MD with Advanced Pain Institute of Texas www.apitexas.com

PAIN MANAGEMENT PRACTICE

Advanced Pain Institute of Texas

We provide cutting-edge, minimally invasive care of musculoskeletal, spine, and nerve-related pain in an environment that is compassionate and educational. www.APITexas.com 500 W. Main St., Ste. 230 Lewisville, TX 75057

972.866.4246 (READ ON PG. 20)

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PEDIATRIC DENTAL PRACTICE

Pediatric Dental World We specialize in pediatric dentistry so your child leaves our office with a healthy smile and a positive attitude towards dental health. www.PediatricDentalWorld.com 2300 Village Pkwy.

Highland Village, TX 75077

972.317.6997 (READ ON PG. 25) PEDIATRIC DENTIST

Dental Care 4 Kids Our warm, friendly and alwayspositive approach helps to foster a lifetime of dental health. www.DentalCare4KidsTexas.com 2260 Cross Timbers Rd. Ste. 100 Flower Mound, TX 75028

972.874.2800

PHARMACY Flower Mound Pharmacy www.flowermoundpharmacy.com

URGENT CARE Rapid Med Urgent Care www.rapidmed.com

PHYSICAL MEDICINE & REHABILITATION The Back & Body Clinic www.backbodyclinic.com

WELLNESS STUDIO Pure Synergy Wellness & Movement of Corinth www.puresynergydfw.com

PHYSICAL THERAPIST Kelley Hale, P.T., D.P.T. with Legacy Physical Therapy and Wellness www.legacyptw.com PHYSICAL THERAPY PRACTICE S2S Functional Performance www.s2sperform.com

PSYCHIATRIST

PEDIATRIC PRACTICE Argyle Pediatrics www.argyle-pediatrics.com

PEDIATRICIAN

EQUESTRIAN SERVICES The Paddocks Stables www.thepaddocksstables.com

FEED & HARDWARE STORE

Deanna Dial, D.O. with Dial Psychiatry Dr. Dial is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology in Adult, Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. She is also board certified in Addiction Medicine by the American Board of Preventative Medicine. www.DialPsychiatry.com 1033 Long Prairie Rd., Ste. 4 Flower Mound, TX 75028

972.755. 9435 PEDIATRIC OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY CLINIC Stepping Stones Therapy for Kids www.steppingstonestherapy.net

Pet Services

PODIATRIST Davey Suh, D.P.M with DFW Foot and Ankle, P.A. www.drdaveysuh.com

MOBILE PET GROOMING/WASHING Paw Control www.facebook.com/PawControl

PET BOARDING

Rebecca Butler, M.D., F.A.A.P. with Lantana Pediatrics Dr. Rebecca Butler Would like to Thank You for Voting Her Best Pediatrician. www.LantanaPediatrics.com 74 McMakin Rd., Ste. 100 Bartonville, TX 76226

940.455.7200 (READ ON PG. 23) PERIODONTIST

Amit M Patel, D.D.S., M.S.D., with ROOT Periodontal and Implant Centers Thank You for voting us Best Of Denton County www.ROOTdfw.com 651 Cross Timbers Rd., Ste. 102 Flower Mound, TX 75028

972.434.8050 (READ ON PG. 16) www.BestofDentonCounty.com

SUBSTANCE ABUSE TREATMENT FACILITY

Santé Center for Healing Assessments, Medical Detox, Residential, Intensive Outpatient, Transitional Living, Trauma and Codependency Intensive Workshops, Individual and Family Therapy. www.SanteCenter.com 914 Country Club Road Argyle, TX 76226

940.464.7222 SPEECH PATHOLOGIST Kimberly White Speech & Myofunctional Therapy www.myofunctionaltherapist.com/kimberly-white SPEECH PATHOLOGY CENTER Stepping Stones Therapy for Kids www.steppingstonestherapy.net TRAUMA COUNSELING OUTPATIENT CENTER Connections Wellness Group www.connectionswellnessgroup.com

BISTRO The Chestnut Tree Teahouse & Bistro www.chestnuttearoom.com BREAKFAST Seven Mile Cafe www.sevenmilecafe.com

BRUNCH

Verf’s Grill & Tavern

We use our hands and knives to create our food from scratch and never compromise any of our dishes by taking shortcuts. www.Verfs.com 2221 Justin Rd. Flower Mound, TX 75028

972.317.3390 BUFFALO WINGS Rusty Beagle www.rustybeagle.com CAKE BAKERY Hive Bakery www.hivebakerytx.com CATERING Salerno’s Italian Restaurant www.salernoitalianhighlandvillage.com

PSYCHIATRY PRACTICE Connections Wellness Group www.connectionswellnessgroup.com REGENERATIVE MEDICINE Epic Healthcare & Physical Medicine www.epichealthflowermound.com

BARBECUE 407 BBQ www.407bbq.com

Argyle Feed Offering everything from animal and pet supplies to hardware & sporting goods to lawn and garden supplies & more.

Argyle Feed has the latest technology for check-out while supplying old school values & service by making sure each customer never carries out their own bags. www.ArygleFeedStore.com 1832 E FM 407 Argyle, TX 76226

940.241.2444 PLASTIC SURGEON Drew Sanderson, M.D., with Flower Mound Plastic Surgery Center www.flowermoundplasticsurgery.com

Restaurant & Food Services

CHEESESTEAK Fred’s Downtown Philly www.fredsdowntownphillycheesesteaks.com

Canine Courtyard 5 Outdoor Play Areas 3 Indoor Air Conditioned Play Areas 3 Outstanding Groomers Private & Group Pet Training www.CanineCourtyard.com 3209 Justin Rd. Flower Mound, TX 75028

CHINESE RESTAURANT China Island Asian Grill www.chinaislandasiangrill.com COOKIES Heavenly Taylored Sweets www.heavenlytayloredsweets.com CUP OF COFFEE 151 Coffee www.151coffee.com

CUPCAKES

972.724.2157 PET FOOD & SUPPLIES Hollywood Feed www.hollywoodfeed.com PET GROOMING Bark’n Buddies Pet Grooming LLC www.facebook.com/barknbuddies PET SITTING / DOG WALKING Angel Pet Watch www.angelpetwatch.com

The Flour Shop Bakery Let us do the baking for you!

You have the fun.

We do the work.

PET TRAINING Purposeful K9 Training www.purposefulk9training.com

Thank you for voting us Best Cookies, Best Cupcake & Best Dessert Menu in Denton County

VETERINARIAN Dr. Karen Zendker with Corinth Animal Hospital www.corinthanimalhospital.com

www.TheFlour.Shop 6100 Long Prairie Rd., Ste. 200 Flower Mound, TX 75028

VETERINARY CLINIC Animal Medical Center of Highland Village www.animalmedicalcenterhv.com VETERINARY HOSPITAL Flower Mound Emergency Pet Clinic www.fmepc.com

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DELI The Original Joey O’s www.theoriginaljoeyos.com

ITALIAN RESTAURANT

INDEPENDENT LIVING

FURNITURE STORE

DESSERT MENU The Flour Shop Bakery www.theflour.shop DINNER Hillside Fine Grill www.hillsidegrillhighlandvillage.com DONUTS Sara’s Donut Story www.sarasdonutstory.com

FAMILY DINING

Marty B’s We’re bringing the spirit of the Texas Hill Country closer to home along with live music, a welcoming modern ranch atmosphere, delicious Texas specialities, and community fire pits for s’mores & storytelling. www.MartyBsPlace.com 2664 FM 407 East Bartonville, TX 76226

940.241.3500 (READ ON CENTER FOLD) FINE DINING

Salerno’s Italian Restaurant A Local Tradition for 30 Years Award Winning Dining Newly Remodeled Bar Catering Available Dine In - Take Out- Carry Out www.SalernosItalian HighlandVillage.com 2250 FM 407, Ste. 130 Highland Village, TX 75077

972.539.9534 JAPANESE HIBACHI Asahi Teppanyaki & Sushi www.eatatasahi.com LUNCH Swirl Bakery www.swirlbakery.com

NEW RESTAURANT (OPEN UNDER 12 MONTHS) Patriot Sandwich Company www.dentonsandwichshop.com

PIZZA

Bistecca - An Italian Steakhouse

972.318.0515 FRENCH FRIES LSA Burger Co. www.lsaburger.com FROZEN DESSERTS (ICE CREAM, GELATO, SNOWCONE) Epic Gelato www.epicgelato.com GLUTEN FREE MENU Costa Vida www.costavida.com GUACAMOLE Mi Dia From Scratch www.midiafromscratch.com HAMBURGER RG Burger & Grill www.rgtexas.com HAPPY HOUR FOOD The Brass Tap - Highland Village www.brasstapbeerbar.com/highlandvillage HEALTHY MENU TruFit Foods – Meal Prep www.trufitfoods.com INDIAN RESTAURANT Delhi6 Indian Kitchen & Bar www.mydelhi6.com

GiroPizza & Trattoria GiroPizza is a tour of pizza; tasting multiple authentic Italian pizzas (savory & sweet) made with the freshest available ingredients for a fixed price, to your heart’s content.

We also offer apps, salads, fresh pastas, gelato and more! www.GiroPizzaTX.com 3711 Justin Rd., Ste. 100 Flower Mound, TX 75028

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Thank You for Voting Us BEST Furniture Store in Denton County Making Happy Customers Since 1938!

ShopAdamsFurniture.com 417 FM 156 Justin, TX 76247

940.648.3145 (READ ON PG. 98)

MEMORY CARE The Oaks at Flower Mound www.civitasseniorliving.com

GOLD & SILVER EXCHANGE

SENIOR IN-HOME CARE

EXTENSIVE COLLECTION OF FINE JEWELRY Heaven at Home Senior Care We provide a wide array of home care services, whether you need 24/7 round the clock care or just part time assistance to relieve a family member who is acting as the primary caregiver. www.HeavenAtHomeCare.com 623 Londonderry Lane Denton, TX 76205

940.380.0500 (READ ON PG. 73) SENIOR SERVICES Lori Williams with Senior Services, LLC www.loriwilliams-seniorservices.com SKILLED NURSING & LONG TERM CARE FACILITY Cross Timbers Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center www.nexion-health.com

Custom Designs, Ring Sizing, Restoration of Heirlooms, Jewelry Repair, Watch Batteries, Appraisals & Stringing Celebrating 45 Years of Service www.EhrhartJewelers.com 260 S I-35E, Ste. 200 Denton, TX 76205

940.382.5454 (READ ON PG. 101) HOME DECOR & GIFTS Painted Tree Marketplace www.paintedtreemarketplace.com INTERIOR DECORATING SHOP Courtney Adams Design www.courtneyadamsdesign.com

JEWELRY STORE

214.513.1777 QUESO Torchy’s Tacos of Highland Village www.torchystacos.com SALAD Gyro 360 Mediterranean www.gyrothreesixty.com SEAFOOD The Catch www.thecatchhouston.com STEAKHOUSE Bistecca – An Italian Steakhouse www.bisteccasteakhouse.com SUSHI Komodo Loco www.komodoloco.com THAI RESTAURANT Noodle Swing Thai Cafe www.noodleswing.com

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MEXICAN RESTAURANT Mi Dia From Scratch www.midiafromscratch.com

PATIO DINING Marty B’s www.martybsplace.com

Formerly the Grotto Award Winning Dining Catering & Bar www.BisteccaSteakhouse.com 2300 Highland Village Road Highland Village, TX 75077

Pinewood Hills Life is better at Holiday Independent Living Community. Thank you for voting for us! www.PinewoodHills.net 3901 Kirkpatrick Ln. Flower Mound, TX 75028

Adams Furniture in Justin

ASSISTED LIVING FACILITY Davis Family Elder Care www.davisfamilyeldercare.com

Shopping & Retail Services CONSIGNMENT STORE Sadie’s Upscale Consignment & Resale www.sadiesupscale.com EYEWEAR Total Eyecare & Eyewear of Denton www.totaleyecare.com FASHION ACCESSORIES Hello Daffodil www.hellodaffodilboutique.com FASHION SHOE STORE Brightside Boutique www.brightsideboutique.net

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Beasley’s Jewelry

Since 1948, Beasley’s Jewelry has been serving the Lewisville community with affordable prices and unique jewelry design.

Thank you for your support and patronage. www.BeasleysJewelry.com 177 W. Main St. Lewisville, TX 75057

972.221.4641 JEWELRY STORE - CONSIGNMENT Ehrhart’s Jewelers www.ehrhartjewelers.com MEN’S CLOTHING STORE Jack’s Outfitters www.jacksoutfitters.com NATURAL ORGANIC STORE Nature’s Mercantile + CBD Store www.naturescbdmercantile.com

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RESALE SHOP Encore! Encore! Consignment Boutique www.encoreencoreconsignment.com

SHOPPING CENTER

EMBROIDERY Kris Tee’s www.kristees.biz

TRANSPORTATION SERVICES Door 2 Door Shuttle www.door2doorshuttle.com

FIREARMS TRAINING Eagle Gun Range www.eaglegunrangetx.com

WEDDING & EVENT FLORIST Mickey’s Florist www.mickeysflorist.com

FLORAL SHOP Mulkey’s Flowers & Gifts www.mulkeysflowers.com MUSIC INSTRUCTOR Heather Parks with New Song Music Studio of The Arts www.newsongschoolofthearts.com

The Shops at Highland Village Style In Store theshopsathighlandvillage.com NW Corner of FM 2499 & FM 407

972.317.7500

PARTY DJ David Hodges with DH Productions www.dh-productions.com

WRITING & EDITING SERVICE Edit This www.editthisllc.com

PHOTOGRAPHER Your Candid Memories www.yourcandidmemories.com

SPECIALTY SHOE STORE Foot Solutions www.footsolutions.com

PICTURE FRAMING CadillaC Art & Frame www.cadillacartandframe.com

SPECIALTY SHOP Texas Patina www.txpatina.com

PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZER Cloud Nine Organizing www.cloudnineorganizing.com

SUPERMARKET Market Street of Flower Mound www.marketstreetunited.com

SCREEN PRINT

WOMEN’S CLOTHING STORE Mainstream Boutique www.mainstreamboutique.com

Everyday Image/ Hope Hill

Specialty Services AIRPORT TRANSPORTATION SERVICE RushTrips Transportation, LLC www.rushtrips.com

ART STUDIO

Personalization for every occasion. Thank you for voting us Best in Denton County.

We offer screen printing, DTG, embroidery, and engraving. www.EverydayImage.com

469.438.6129

The Art House Art House provides art classes, camps, workshops and parties for all ages. Learn art, love art, and have fun. www.SAHGallery.com 2608 Long Prairie Rd. Flower Mound, TX 75022

214.285.0084

CBD STORE CBD American Shaman of Flower Mound www.holisticmedicineflowermound.com

DELIVERY SERVICE Baskets by FrankieLynn www.basketsbyfrankielynn.com

SUMMER CAMP Cross Timbers Family YMCA www.crosstimbersymca.org

Creating Amazing Works of Art

By Amazing Artists www.DarkAgeTattoo Studio.com 124 W. Oak St. Denton, TX 76201

940.898.8200 (READ ON PG. 71)

PRINT • DIGITAL • WEB • MARKETING

www.Murray-Media.com www.BestofDentonCounty.com

BARRE STUDIO Pure Barre of Flower Mound www.purebarre.com/tx-flowermound BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION Cross Timbers Family YMCA www.crosstimbersymca.org BATTING CAGES D-BAT Lewisville www.dbatlewisville.com BICYCLE SHOP North Texas Bikes www.northtexasbikes.com BOOTCAMP INSTRUCTOR Javier Pedroche with Outlaw FitCamp of Flower Mound www.outlawfitcamp.com CHEER STUDIO Excite! Gym & Cheer www.excitegym.com

972.355.9988 HEALTH FOOD STORE TruFit Foods – Meal Prep www.trufitfoods.com INDOOR BOOTCAMP Outlaw FitCamp www.outlawfitcamp.com KICKBOXING 9 Round of Flower Mound www.9round.com MARTIAL ARTS STUDIO Championship Martial Arts www.lantanatkd.com NUTRITION & SUPPLEMENTS STORE Precision Sports Nutrition www.psnsupps.com

NUTRITIONIST / DIETITIAN CERTIFIED

COACHING SERVICE - SPORTS D-BAT Lewisville www.dbatlewisville.com

DANCE STUDIO Dance Integrity Studio www.danceintegritytx.com EQUESTRIAN STABLES Brawley Farms www.brawleyfarmsinc.com FITNESS CENTER Shapes Fitness For Women flowermound.shapesfitnessforwomen.com

GOLF COURSE - PUBLIC

Dr. Surprise Natural Methods We are committed to providing exceptional care to you, your family and friends! www.DrSurprise.com 2430 S I-35, Ste. 218 Denton, TX 76205

940.999.6868 (READ ON PG. 90)

Dark Age Tattoo

CARGO / TRAILER RENTAL 380 Trailers Sales and Rental www.380trailers.com

COACHING SERVICE - PERSONAL What’s Next? Life Coaching with Penny Rackley www.pennyrackley.com

SPECIAL OCCASION DELIVERIES Tiff’s Treats www.cookiedelivery.com

TATTOO STUDIO

BLOGGER Edit This www.editthisllc.com

Sports, Fitness & Nutrition Services

Win Kids Gymnastics • Karate • Dance Parent & Child Classes WK Ninja Warriors Sports Kids Tumbling & Trampoline Academic Preschool Birthday Parties • Summer Camps Holiday Camps • Parent’s Night Out www.WinKids.net 3000 Waketon Rd. Flower Mound, TX 75028

CROSSFIT CrossFit Flower Mound www.crossfitflowermound.com

TATTOO ARTIST Brad Reed with Metropolis Tattoo & Fine Arts www.tattoometro.com

ARTIST Anita Robbins with The Art House www.studioarthouse.com

WEDDING PLANNER Callie Gray Weddings and Events www.calliegrayweddings.com WEDDING VIDEOGRAPHY Chevy Chey Photo & Video www.chevycheyphotography.com

PHOTOBOOTH RENTAL Picture This! Photo & Video Booth Rentals www.picturethisdfw.com

GYMNASTICS

WEDDING & EVENT VENUE Lucky Spur Ranch www.luckyspur.net

MUSIC LESSONS New Song Music Studio of The Arts www.newsongschoolofthearts.com

PARTY RENTALS PJ’s Party Rental & Essentials www.pjspartyrental.com

GOLF COURSE - PRIVATE Lantana Golf Club www.lantanagolf.com

Golf Clubs at The Tribute Old American Golf Club and Tribute Golf Links have combined to create the ultimate pure golf experience.

Learn more at: www.GolfClubsAtTheTribute.com 1000 Lebanon Rd. The Colony, TX 75056

972.370.5465

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PERSONAL TRAINING FACILITY

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The Students’ Choice Award was given to businesses to whom students in Denton County chose as the best.

Automotive Services

Jesse James Fit Individual Personal Training Group & Family Personal Training Athletic Performance Training Couples Performance Training www.JesseJamesFit.com 1001 Cross Timbers Rd., Ste. 1200 Flower Mound, TX 75028

972.355.2639 (READ ON PG. 86) PILATES INSTRUCTOR Michelle Lawyer with On Point Pilates Studio www.onpointpilatesstudio.com

PILATES STUDIO

Club Pilates Highland Village Low Impact, Full Body Workout.

Thank You For Voting Us Best of Denton County! www.ClubPilates.com 2540 Justin Rd., Ste. 177 Highland Village, TX 75077

972.597.4275 SPORTS FACILITY Win Kids www.winkids.net SPORTS MASSAGE CENTER Mindful Massage & Spa www.thecolourbarsalonsuites.com/ mindfulmassage SPORTS MASSAGE THERAPIST Carrie Zala with Sports Massage & Wellness Coaching www.facebook.com/ TherapeuticMassagebyCarrieZala SPORTS ORGANIZATION Highland Village Area (HVABSA) www.hvabsa.com SWIMMING INSTRUCTION Amy’s Aquatics www.amysaquatics.com WEIGHT LOSS CENTER Shapes Fitness For Women flowermound.shapesfitnessforwomen.com WEIGHT LOSS TREATMENT Amazing Weight Loss www.weightlossflowermoundtx.com YOGA INSTRUCTOR Mere Green with Pure Synergy Wellness & Movement of Corinth www.puresynergydfw.com YOGA STUDIO Inspire Yoga www.inspireyoga.com

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AUTO REPAIR SHOP Lewisville Truck Center www.lewisvilletruckcenter.com CAR DEALERSHIP Bill Utter Ford www.billutterford.com OIL CHANGES Jon’s EZ Lube www.jonsezlube.com

Bar & Nightlife Services BAR PATIO East Side Denton www.eastsidedenton.com BAR STAFF The Bearded Monk www.beardedmonk.com

CHARITY ORGANIZATION Hearts for Homes www.heartsforhomes.org

CUPCAKES Heavenly Taylored Sweets heavenlytayloredsweets.com

CHURCH YOUTH GROUP St. Philip Youth of St. Philip The Apostle Catholic Church stphilipcc.org

DESSERT MENU The Flour Shop Bakery www.theflour.shop

YOUTH CLUB Studio B Performing Arts Center www.studiobtheater.com

Education Services COACH Coach Tyner with Wellington Elementary School www.lisd.net/Domain/48 ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wellington Elementary School www.lisd.net/Domain/48

MIDDLE SCHOOL McKamy Middle School www.lisd.net/mckamy PRINCIPAL Chad Russel with Flower Mound High School www.lisd.net/fmhs TEACHER/PROFESSOR Charity Barth with Wellington Elementary School www.lisd.net/Domain/48

CRAFT BEER SELECTION The Bearded Monk www.beardedmonk.com

TUTORING KD College Prep kdcollegeprep.com

DRINK MENU East Side Denton eastsidedenton.com

UNIVERSITY/COLLEGE University of North Texas www.unt.edu

MARGARITAS Milpa Kitchen & Cantina milparestaurant.com MIXED DRINKS Komodo Loco www.komodoloco.com SPORTS BAR RT’s www.rtsbar.com

Beauty Services COLOR SALON Denton Color Lab www.dentoncolorlab.com EYELASH EXTENSIONS Crystal’s Essentials Lash & Skincare Studio www.crystalsessentials.com

Medical & Health Services COSMETIC DENTIST Norman J. Pomerance D.D.S. www.njpomerancedds.com DENTAL PRACTICE Family Smiles Dental Group www.familysmilesdg.com FAMILY DENTIST Dr. Patrick Whittington with Whittington Pediatric Dentistry of Flower Mound www.flowermoundkidsdental.com ORTHODONTIST MB Orthodontics, PLLC www.mbrownortho.com

Pet Services

FACIALS Crystal’s Essentials Lash & Skincare Studio www.crystalsessentials.com

PET GROOMER The Pampered Pooch www.pampered-pooch.net

HAIR SALON Denton Color Lab www.dentoncolorlab.com

VETERINARIAN Dr. Carol Eddy, D.V.M. with Corinth Veterinary Clinic www.corinthvetclinic.com

MASSAGE SPA Essentials Day Spa essentials-dayspa.com NAIL SALON Bella Salon and Spa www.bellasalonspadenton.com TANNING SALON Tan Evolution www.tanevolutiontan.com

Community & Non Profit Services ANIMAL NON-PROFIT Denton Animal Support Foundation (DASF) www.dentonasf.com

HAMBURGER Burgers & Brats www.burgersandbrats.com ITALIAN RESTAURANT Palio’s Pizza of Highland Village www.paliospizzacafehighlandvillage.com MEXICAN RESTAURANT Milpa Kitchen & Cantina www.milparestaurant.com

PIZZA

HIGH SCHOOL Flower Mound High School www.lisd.net/fmhs

BEER SELECTION What’s on Tap www.whatsontapbeer.com

HAPPY HOUR Milpa Kitchen & Cantina www.milparestaurant.com

DINNER Cartwright’s Ranch House www.cartwrightstexas.com

Restaurants & Food Services BARBEQUE Marty B’s www.martybsplace.com BREAKFAST Seven Mile Cafe www.sevenmilecafe.com CAKE BAKERY Heavenly Taylored Sweets heavenlytayloredsweets.com

Jet’s Pizza Thank You For Voting Us Student Best Pizza In Denton County. www.JetsPizza.com 2001 Cross Timbers Rd., Ste. 105 Flower Mound, TX 75028

972.221.5387 STEAKHOUSE Yellow Rose Steak & Chop House www.yellowrosesteakhouse.com

Specialty Services FLORAL SHOP T & T Flowers & Gifts www.facebook.com/ttweddingflowers MUSIC INSTRUCTOR Heather Parks with New Song Music Studio fo The Arts www.newsongschoolofthearts.com PHOTOGRAPHER Miranda Longoria Photography www.mirandalongoria.com TATTOO STUDIO Dark Age Tattoo Studio www.darkagetattoostudio.com

Sports, Fitness & Nutrition Services CHEER STUDIO Excite! Gym & Cheer www.excitegym.com DANCE STUDIO Top Hat Dance Centre, Inc. www.tophatdance.com FITNESS CENTER Anytime Fitness of Denton www.anytimefitness.com GYMNASTICS Win Kids www.winkids.net MARTIAL ARTS STUDIO Championship Martial Arts www.lantanatkd.com NUTRITION & SUPPLEMENT STORE Discount Sport Nutrition www.sportsupplements.com YOGA STUDIO Inspire Yoga www.inspireyoga.com

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FINALIST DIRECTORY Denton County nominated businesses for Best of Denton County and from those nominations the Top 3 were crowned. Below are a few of the outstanding businesses who received this award.

AUTO REPAIR SHOP

Lorentz Automotive Family Owned & Operated since 1982. Built on Honesty, Knowledge & Integrity. www.LorentzAutoInc.com 600 N. Mill St. Lewisville, TX 75057

972.353.2100

REAL ESTATE AGENCY

Brand Properties Group Hassle-Free Move!

No Seller Repairs Free Moving Boxes + Labels Inside th Box© Packing Service

TREE REMOVAL SERVICE Monster Tree Service www.WhyMonster.com/North-DFW 469.751.0054 COUPLES & FAMILY THERAPY PRACTICE

www.BrandPropertiesGroup.com

2611 Cross Timbers Rd. Flower Mound, TX 75028

972.539.6555 (READ ON PG. 105) PLUMBER

CR Plumbing CR Plumbing’s professional services include repairs, fixture installations, leak detection and repair, water heater repair and installation, remodels, and new construction. www.CRPlumbingDFW.com

Joyful Restoration The professionals here are driven to walk with you and assist you in overcoming trials and achieving goals. www.JoyfulRestoration Wellness.com 2214 Emery St., Ste. 510 Rayzor Ranch, Denton, TX

940.239.3575 DOCTOR

SWIMMING POOL BUILDER

(READ ON PG. 56) EVENT FACILITY

Medical City Lewisville Grand Theater Performance Hall Black Box Theater Art Gallery • Special Events www.MCLGrand.com 100 N. Charles St. Lewisville, TX 75057

We offer the convenience of both an emergency room and urgent care under one roof. Our facility is staffed 24/7 by board certified emergency medicine physicians. www.WiseHealth EmergencyCenter.com 7214 Crawford Rd. Argyle, TX 76226

940.293.2888

HOSPITAL

Wise Health Surgical Hospital at Argyle Exceptional Care.

Extraordinary Outcomes.

Providing residents of Denton County and surrounding areaseasy access to a dedicated surgical facility with a friendly and welcoming environment.

940.293.2885

ABC Home & Commercial Services of DFW

866.TEAM.ABC

Wise Health Emergency Center and iCare Urgent Care

www.WiseHealth SurgicalHospital.com 7218 Crawford Rd. Argyle, TX 76226

940.367.3778

COMMERCIAL EXTERMINATOR

Pest & Rodent Control Handyman | Lawn Services & Fertilization | Pool Services ABCHomeAndComercial.com 997 Grandys Ln. Lewisville, TX 75077

EMERGENCY CARE

PSYCHIATRY PRACTICE

Outdoor Living Pool & Patio

Call for your FREE design consultation & estimate to create your own vacation with the best.

Custom pools & spas, outdoor lighting, patio covers, outdoor kitchens. www.OutdoorLivingPoolAndPatio.com 9067 Teasley Ln Denton, TX 76210

972.317.3500

Anna Broadnax, M.D. with Broadnax Primary Care Direct Primary Care Quality, Affordable Healthcare www.BroadnaxPC.com

972.833.2163

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Santé Center for Healing Psychiatric Evaluation Diagnosis • Med Management Support www.SanteCenter.com 914 Country Club Road Argyle, TX 76226

214.444.7367

972.219.8446 MORTGAGE COMPANY

Tom Tevis Fairway Independent Mortgage Co. Tom Tevis from Fairway Independent Mortgage in Flower Mound, TX, is committed to taking great care of people who are looking to buy or refinance a home. Tom has been in the mortgage industry since 2001.

www.ApplyWithTeamTevis.com 2500 Lakeside Pkwy., Ste. 130 Flower Mound, TX 75022

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When a law firm has been serving the community for more than 50 years, it is clear they have a solid history of success helping their clients navigate through the legal system, and the team at Minor & Jester, P.C. takes great pride in that history.

The firm that is now Minor & Jester, P.C. was founded by Fred Minor. Fred strongly believed in serving his clients and his community. Along with running his law firm, Fred was highly involved with both the local community and the Texas Legislature, serving as Speaker of the House in 1940. Tom D. Jester, Jr. joined the firm in 1967 and continued to build on the foundation of serving both clients and community. Tom was extremely active in the Denton community including serving Denton as mayor.

Today, attorneys Jill Jester and Chris Henry believe their continued success comes from the firm’s commitment to their clients. Serving clients in the areas of real estate, family law, bankruptcy, probate, civil litigation, and business

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law, they understand that each client’s situation is different and requires a different approach.

“We are always learning and seeking new resources for our clients,” said Jill. “We know that communication is key. We take the time to clearly explain all of the options our clients have so they can have a better outcome, and we help guide them through uncertain times.”

they are also committed to serving the community

The team’s outstanding focus on customer service has garnered several awards and honors including numerous awards for this year’s Best of Denton County. The firm won the Best Law Firm, Best Bankruptcy Law Firm and Best Business Collections Firm. They were finalists in the, Best Business Law Firm and Best Wills & Estate Planning Law Firm categories. Jill Jester won Best Wills & Estates Planning Attorney and Chris and Jill were also finalists in in the Best Bankruptcy Attorney, Best Business Attorney, Best Civil Attorney, and Best Real Estate Attorney categories.

Chair of the Bankruptcy Section of the Denton

The team at Minor & Jester, P.C. isn’t just committed to helping clients in the community;

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by giving their time and resources. Jill is the current Chairwoman of both the Denton Chamber of Commerce Board and the Board of Regents at Texas Woman’s University. Chris was previously a member of the Board of Directors of Keep Denton Beautiful, Inc., where he also served as President of the board for two years. He currently serves as County Bar Association.

“Our long history of community involvement, as well as our integrity and dedication to the success of our clients distinguishes us from other choices,” says Jill. “The future is bright in Denton County!

We are excited to continue working and growing with people in the area and to continue making a difference in this unique and vibrant community.”

Best Bankruptcy Law Firm, Best Business Collections Firm, Best Law Firm, & Best Will & Estate Planning Attorney Minor & Jester P.C. 940.387.7585 502 West Oak St., Ste. 200 Denton, TX, 76201 www.MinorAndJester.com

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Before opening her own law office, Kimberly Shanklin spent 13 years working for a larger

firm representing thousands of clients. While gaining valuable experience is important, she desired to scale down a bit and focus on personal attention.

Kimberly understood many of her clients were coming to her for help during a very stressful time in their lives. They needed a lawyer willing to make their individual needs a focus. So Shanklin did what any client-driven lawyer would do ... she opened her own law firm.

“It’s been the most rewarding decision of my career,” said Shanklin, the proud owner of the Law Office of Kimberly Shanklin, PLLC. “Quality and individualized representation is my focus, and I love that I know my clients and they know me.

I’m proud of my strong reputation for delivering results.”

“I love being able to show them a plan to help them out of it.”

Kimberly’s team at the Law Office of Kimberly Shanklin, PLLC provides a comprehensive stop for all your legal needs with a focus on specialized attention, superior representation, and efficient decision making. Kimberly represents clients in all types of family law cases, divorce, child custody, adoptions, and most misdemeanor and felony criminal cases, to name a few.

That mindset has helped her stand out among a growing list of quality lawyers, as her office was voted Best Criminal Law Firm in 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 and 2020 by Best of Denton County voters. It’s all in an effort to help their clients get back to leading a normal life.

Shanklin is tough in the courtroom, and what makes her tick is her clients.

“Often people come to me lost, scared, anxious, and at their worst,” Shanklin said.

CRIMINAL LAW: Assault, Boating While Intoxicated, Child Protective Services, Computer Crimes, Domestic Violence, Drug Crimes, Driving While Intoxicated, Expunction, Internet Crimes, Non-Disclosures, Occupational Drivers Licenses, Probation Violations/Revocations, Theft Crimes, Trespassing & White Collar Crimes FAMILY & CIVIL LAW: Adoptions, Business Disputes, Child Custody, Child Support, Contract Disputes, Divorce, Enforcement Actions, General Civil, Litigation, Modifications & Property Disputes

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“In criminal matters, in order to get someone out of a jam, it takes them accepting how they got there in the first place and focusing on how to keep from repeating a bad decision,” Shanklin said. “In family matters, it takes a well thought out plan that will continue to work for the family dynamic in the future so that the client is comfortable and ready to move on in a positive way. I love solving problems and bringing a positive resolution to a difficult situation.”

Best Criminal Attorney Law Office of Kimberly Shanklin 940.382.8216 400 West Oak St., Ste. 204 Denton, TX 76201 www.ShanklinLawFirm.com

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When Brett Nelson opened his family law firm in Flower Mound six years ago, it was just him with a singular focus to provide value to his clients. He loved his practice and did not foresee that his office would grow larger than he and a handful of team members to help serve his clients and the community.

Fast forward to today; Nelson Law Group PC still has that trademark small-firm feel. But in continuing to do good work with a servant’s heart, their loyal client base continues to grow.

The firm has grown from a couple of private offices to a redesigned suite that is now home to nine professionals, including three lawyers: Brett, Nancy Bouajram, and Ryan Thornhill.

Nancy joined the practice in February, and Ryan came on board in October. Their legal acumen, coupled with the fact that they uphold Brett’s philosophy on business and life, has enabled Nelson Law to grow with their clients’ needs while always providing solutions-minded legal advice.

“The Lord continues to bring people into my life that He wants me to utilize to serve Him,” Brett said. “Nancy and Ryan have unique life www.BestofDentonCounty.com

experiences that make them extremely qualified to fit into what we do. We are solutions finders, not problem finders. We manage our cases that way so we are always solving problems rather than fighting over issues that may not matter in the long run.”

on clients’ needs and providing the best possible outcomes.

Brett says it’s all in a day’s work, and he’s blessed to be surrounded by the right team.

“You can’t help but see God’s hand in how this office has evolved,” Brett said. “I feel blessed that the people we’ve served continue to recommend us to others in need.”

Brett added that based on continued client referrals, “The clients keep coming, and I like to think it’s because they recognize they are getting value in their representation.”

Nelson Law was voted a Top 3 Family Law Firm in this year’s Best of Denton County awards. Brett was voted Best Civil Attorney.

They continue to represent people in the areas of family law (divorce, child custody, spousal support, etc.), personal injury, civil litigation, and estate planning.

Best Civil Attorney Brett Nelson with Nelson Law Group, PC 972.808.7227 700 Parker Square Rd., Ste. 145 Flower Mound, TX 75028 www.NelsonLawGroupPC.com

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by Steve Gamel

The team of hairstylists at David Ryan Salon pride themselves on being the elite.

Every style, cut, and color is brought to life by dedication to their craft and an appreciation for each client’s personality and natural beauty. No one in the industry strives to do it better than the owner, David Ryan. His goal has always been to create a salon that provides clients with the best color specialists in the area and unmatched customer service.

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