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Wednesday, March 24, 2010 | Best of the Best, Colleyville, Grapevine and Southlake | 1
2010 Best of the Best Winners, Runners-up
DAY CARE
Winner: Crème de la Crème CV
Runner-up: Guiding Light SL
GYM/FITNESS CENTER
Winner: LifeTime Fitness CV
Runner-up: 24 Hour Fitness SL
DERMATOLOGIST
Winner: Angela Bowers-Plott, MD Southlake Dermatology SL
Runner-up: James R. Bond, Jr., MD GV
HAIR SALON
Winner: Elixir Salon & Day Maker CV
Runner-up: Mouton’s Salon GV
DESSERT
Winner: Cheesecake Factory SL
Runner-up: Main Street Bread Baking
Company GV
DOMESTIC AUTO DEALERSHIP
Winner: Classic Chevrolet of
Grapevine
Runner-up: Sewell Cadillac Saab of
Grapevine
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his marks the fourth year for The Colleyville Courier, The Grapevine Courier
and The Southlake Journal’s Best of the
Best awards.
All winners and runners-up were decided
based on the amount of votes cast by our readers
in an online survery held mid- January thru midFebruary.Businesses and individuals that reside
in either Colleyville, Grapevine or Southlake
were eligible. The city each winner and runner-up
is located in is listed beside their name.
Congratulations to all the 2010 Best of the
Best in Colleyville, Grapevine and Southlake
Winners and Runners-up.
If you have any comments or suggestions, call
817-439-3022.
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ASIAN RESTAURANT
Winner: P.F. Chang’s China Bistro GV
Runner-up: Pei Wei SL
AUTO REPAIR SHOP
Winner: Ethridge Auto Center CV
Runner-up: Blagg Tire and Service GV
DRY CLEANER
Winner: Twin Kell Cleaners CV
Runner-up: Koalaty Cleaners SL
EMERGENCY ROOM
Winner: Baylor Regional Medical Center
at Grapevine
Runner-up: Texas Health Harris Methodist
Hospital Southlake
EYEWEAR STORE
Winner: Eye Masters GV
Runner-up: Eyes Nouveau SL
FAMILY DENTIST (tie)
Winners: Sean M. Cerone, DDS SL
James E. Halpert, DDS CV
Runner-up: Lee J. Pettigrew, DDS SL
FAMILY PHYSICIAN
Winner: Robin A. Hall, DO - Destination
Health SL
Runner-up: Kenneth LeCroy, MD GV
HAMBURGER
Winner: Kincaid’s Hamburgers SL
Runner-up: Five Guys Burgers and Fries SL
HAPPY HOUR
Winner: Gloria’s Restaurant CV
Runner-up: Brio Tuscan Grille SL
MOVIE THEATRE
Winner: Harkins SOUTHLAKE TOWN
SQUARE 14
Runner-up: Colleyville Cinema
NAIL SALON
Runner-up: Just For Nails SL
HARDWARE STORE
Winner: Westlake ACE Hardware CV
Runner-up: Lowe’s SL
OB/GYN (runner up tie)
Winner: Robert B. Wai, MD, PA GV
Runners-up: Julia C. Flowers, MD GV
Timothy J. Rost, MD GV
HEALTH FOOD STORE
Winner: Sunflower Shoppe Natural
Foods GV
Runner-up: Sprouts Farmers Market SL
OPTOMETRIST
Winner: Taylor R. Brooks, OD Brooks Eye Center GV
Runner-up: Kirk J. Koogler, OD SL
HEAT/AC COMPANY
Winner: Berkey’s Plumbing, Heating
and Air Conditioning SL
Runner-up: Southlake Heating & Air SL
ORTHODONTIST
Winner: Robbie A. Hashem, DDS, MS, PA
CV
Runner-up: S. Thomas Czarnecki, DMD, MS
SL
HIGH SCHOOL COACH
Winner: Dennis Harris Covenant
Christian Academy CV
Runner-up: Barry Morgan Covenant
HOTEL
Winner: Hilton Southlake Town Square
Runner-up: Gaylord Texan Resort &
Convention Center GV
IMPORT AUTO DEALERSHIP
Winner: Park Place Lexus GV
Runner-up: Texas Toyota of Grapevine
BANK/CREDIT UNION
Winner: First Financial Bank SL
Runner-up: Bank of the West GV
FINANCIAL PLANNER
Winner: Michael D. Morrow, CLU, ChFC Morrow Financial Network GV
Runner-up: Mike Mills - Wealth Management
SL
BARBEQUE
Winner: Feedstore BBQ SL
Runner-up: Red Barn Barbecue CV
FLORIST
Winner: City Florist GV
Runner-up: Flowers By Glenda SL
CHIROPRACTOR
Winner: Alicia Castello, DC La Plaza Family Chiropractic CV
Runner-up: Ryan Price, DC Premier Chiropractic of Southlake SL
FURNITURE STORE
Winner: Stacy Furniture & Accessories
GV
Runner-up: Weir’s SL
ITALIAN RESTAURANT
Winner: Brio Tuscan Grille SL
Runner-up: Bellisimo Italian Restaurant CV
GIFT SHOP
Winner: The Magic Pen and Party GV
Runner-up: Paige’s CV
JEWELRY STORE
Winner: Luxor Custom Jewelers CV
Runner-up: Bermuda Gold GV
CPA
Winner: Kristine A. Amador, CPA GV
Runner-up: Ken Green & Co. CPAs CV
GOVERNMENT OFFICIAL
Winner: Pamela Muller Southlake
Councilwoman
Runner-up: Mayor William D. Tate GV
MASSAGE
Runner-up: Advanced Body Work &
Massage GV
DANCE STUDIO
Winner: Pat Riddle School of Dance CV
Runner-up: Dana’s Studio of Dance SL
GROCERY STORE
Winner: Market Street CV
Runner-up: Central Market SL
CLOTHING BOUTIQUE
Winner: ooh la la! GV
Runner-up: The Pink Hanger CV
MORTGAGE COMPANY
Winner- Brian Lauter- Affiliated Bank
Mortgage SL
Runner-up: Susan Williams - Kensington
Mortgage CV
INSURANCE AGENCY
Winner: Brad Cavnar - Cavnar Insurance
Agency SL
Runner-up: Mike Davis State Farm Insurance
Agency GV
INTERIOR DECORATOR
Winner: J.H. Interiors and Gifts CV
Runner-up: Mitzi’s Interior Design GV
PEDIATRIC DENTIST
Winner: Christopher M. Davis, DDS SL
Runner-up: Sandra L. Armstrong, DDS SL
PEDIATRICIAN
Winner: Andrew H. Kilgus, MD GV
Runner-up: Michael McCoy, MD GV
PHOTOGRAPHER
Winner: Premiere Photography Studio CV
Runner-up: Feragne Portrait Studio CV
PIZZA
Winner: Palio’s Pizza Café CV
Runner-up: i Fratelli’s SL
PLACE FOR GYMNASTICS
Winner: Sunbelt Gymnastics Academy CV
Runner-up: Top Flight Gymnastics SL
PLACE TO WORK
Winner: Covenant Christian Academy CV
Runner-up: Baylor Regional Medical Center
at Grapevine
PLACE TO WORSHIP
Winner: Gateway Church SL
Runner-up: Whites Chapel United Methodist
Church SL
PLASTIC/COSMETIC SURGEON
Winner: Mark E. Mason, MD Southlake Plastic Surgery
Runner-up: Robert L. True, MD CV
PLUMBING/ELECTRICAL COMPANY
Winner: Kidd Plumbing SL
Runner-up: Berkey’s Plumbing, Heating
and Air Conditioning SL
POOL COMPANY
Winner: Claffey Pools SL
Runner-up: Hart Pool & Spa CV
PRIVATE SCHOOL
Winner: Covenant Christian Academy CV
Runner-up: Faith Christian School GV
REAL ESTATE AGENCY
Winner: Prudential Texas Properties/
Southlake Branch
Runner-up: The Wall Team CV
REAL ESTATE AGENT
Winner: Donna Grupp - Prudential Texas
Properties/Southlake
Runner-up: Christy Merrick - Century 21
Mike Bowman GV
RETIREMENT LIVING FACILITY
Winner: South Colleyvine Ranch GV
Runner-up: Watermere SL
SANDWICH SHOP
Winner: Which Wich? Superior
Sandwiches SL
Runner-up: Weinberger’s Deli GV
SPA
Runner-up: Coldwater Creek The Spa SL
STEAKHOUSE
Winner: Kirby’s Prime Steakhouse SL
Runner-up: Bob’s Steak & Chop House GV
TAILOR
Winner: Cho’s Tailor SL
Runner-up: Tara Tailors CV
TEACHER
Winner: Rick Jackson Covenant
Runner-up: Anne Todd The Clariden
School SL
TEX-MEX RESTAURANT
Winner: Anamia’s SL
Runner-up: La Hacienda Ranch CV
TITLE COMPANY
Winner: Stewart Title North Texas
Division SL
Runner-up: Alamo Title Company SL
TRAVEL AGENCY
Winner: Riverside Travel and Cruises GV
Runner-up: Cruise Holidays of Southlake
VETERINARY CLINIC/HOSPITAL
Winner: Tara Animal Hospital CV
Runner-up: Northwest Animal Hospital GV
Stories written by
contributing writers:
Virginia Abendschan
Mark Fadden
Patsy Miller
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Best Domestic Auto Dealership
Best Place to Worship
Classic Chevrolet
Gateway Church
Name: Classic Chevrolet
Address: 1101 West State Hwy 114,
Grapevine
Owner: Tom Durant
Phone/Web site: 817-421-7260 /
www.classicchevytexas.com
Name: Gateway Church (Southlake Campus
Gateway Church, NRH Campus
Harkins Theatres, Southlake Town Square)
Address: 2121 E. Southlake Blvd., Southlake;
1450 Plaza Pl., Southlake (Harkins Theatres);
7501 Davis Blvd., North Richland Hills.
Pastor: Robert Morris, Founding Senior
Pastor
www.gatewaypeople.com
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An interdenominational congregation, Gateway Church began in 2000
with 180 people but grew to a 5,000
Sunday morning congregation within
four years. Since then, it has expanded
to three locations in both Southlake and
North Richland Hills.
The church “is all about people,”
helping themfeel welcome and to find a
place to belong. “Our desire is to help
people from every walk of life, regardless of economic, ethnic, or educational
background, through various ministries,” fulfilling Pastor Robert Morris’s
vision for this 10-year-old church.
Within the community, Gateway provides Christmas gifts to underprivileged children and donates school supplies to single parents. Gateway’s gen-
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The experience of buying a car “in a
non-confrontational, laid back, yet professional atmosphere” distinguishes
Classic Chevrolet from other dealerships; in fact, it is the No. 1 volume Chevy dealer in the nation!
This dealership was “built from the
ground up, with an unmatched company culture that promotes personal empowerment of employees,” and its staff
courteously welcomes customers seeking to buy, sell, or service their vehicles.
Previously, Classic Chevrolet has
been chosen #1 Chevy Dealer in the Nation four times, an honor owner Tom
Durant, General Manager Hagen Durant, and General Sales Manager Danny
Hill seek to maintain.
Community involvement includes
membership in several chambers of
commerce, as well as donating to charities such as Christ’s Haven for Children
and helping fund local high school
booster clubs, plus other sponsorships.
Gateway Church in Southlake.
erosity extended to a local elementary
school when it distributed 800 bikes
among the school’s enrollees. Various
videos and “The Blessed Life” television show have earned Gateway’s media team eight Telly Awards; in addition, several bestselling worship songs
have resulted from Gateway’s album
Wake Up the World. Three 2010 GMA
Dove Award nominations recognize
Gateway’s Kari Jobe: New Artist of the
Year, Spanish Album of the Year (Le
Canto), and Special Event Album of
the Year (Glory Revealed II).
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Classic Chevrolet of Grapevine.
Best Eyewear Store
Eye Masters
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Eye Masters in Grapevine.
Pictured are Laurie Shrestha
and General Manager
Markus Almanza.
Best Dessert
The
Cheesecake
Factory
Best Orthodontist
Robbie A. Hashem,
DDS, MS, PA
Name: Hashem Orthodontics
Address: 5001 Heritage Ave., Ste. 100,
Colleyville
Owner: Robbie A. Hashem, DDS, MS, PA
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Choice. It’s a powerful thing. The
staff at Hashem Orthodontics understands that you have a choice in who
you visit for your orthodontic needs.
That’s why they give you many choices
in their products and services.
“We offer many different options for
braces that fit any lifestyle, such as,
Clear Self-Ligating braces that shorten
treatment time, Invisalign, iBraces (behind the teeth), and many more,” said
Amber Corley, Patient Care Coordinator. “Hashem Orthodontics also understands the busy schedules that kids,
teenagers, and adults have. That’s why
we are open every weekday and also on
Saturdays.”
Though Hashem Orthodontics has
only been in Colleyville for two years,
it is an active member of the Colleyville
Chamber of Commerce, is a proud corporate sponsor of GCISD, and sponsors
other local organizations including
Covenant Christian Academy and the
Pat Riddle School of Dance.
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The Cheesecake Factory in
Southlake Town Square.
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Pictured from left: Kim
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Robbie Hashem, Lidali
Garcia and Mary Cope.
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Best Hamburger
Take a bite of
“The Best of the Best.”
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Kincaid’s Hamburgers
Name: Kincaid’s Hamburgers
Address: 100 N. Kimball Avenue, Southlake
Owner: Ronald and Lynn Gentry; sons,
Christian and Jonathan Gentry
www.kincaidshamburgers.com
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e want to thank our customers for naming Kincaid’s
“The Best of the Best.” Since we started serving burgers
in Fort Worth in 1966, we’ve won a whole lot of awards.
But the highest honor we can ever receive is pleasing you,
our customers. Drop by Kincaid’s today and bite into a real,
honest-to-goodness hamburger.
Fort Worth - Original
4901 Camp Bowie Blvd.
817.732.2881
Fort Worth - Alliance
3124 Texas Sage Trail
817.750.3200
www.kincaidshamburgers.com
Fort Worth - Hulen
4825 Overton Ridge Blvd
817.370.6400
Arlington - Highlands
3900 Arlington Highlands Blvd.
817.466.4211
Southlake
100 N. Kimball Ave
817.416.2573
Weatherford
220 Adams Drive
817.594.7773
Kincaid’s Hamburgers in Southlake
has won “Best of the Best” for the past
four years. It began in 1946 as Charles
Kincaid Grocery and Market in Fort
Worth. O.R. Gentry, the meat cutter,
started cooking hamburgers for the
grocery store customers in 1964. After
Kincaid’s Hamburgers in Southlake.
buying the business in 1967, the hamburgers quickly outsold the groceries.
Still family owned and operated, Kincaid’s Hamburgers has grown to six locations, and its emphasis is still on natural beef that is ground fresh and handpattied daily at each location. Owners
Ron and Lynn Gentry still say, “The
proof is in the patty.”
Kincaid’s supports the community
through various civic and charitable
organizations. “We provide a clean and
safe place for school, church, and
sports teams to gather,” Gentry adds.
Best Family Physician
Robin A. Hall, DO
Name: Destination Health,
Destination Beauty of Texas
Address: 900 E. Southlake Blvd., Suite 200,
Southlake
Owner: Robin A. Hall, DO, president
Phone/Web site: 817-310-6050,
www.destinationhealth.com,
www.destinationbeautyoftexas.com
Destination Health is “the cure for
common health care.” Its unique concierge model allows patients 24/7 access to Dr. Robin Hall, who not only
provides executive physicals, but manages her patients’ health care portfolios, serves as their advocate, manages
their inpatient and outpatient care and
even makes house calls. This is her
third Best of the Best award.
Destination Beauty of Texas is an extension of Dr. Hall’s personalized
healthcare. This medical spa offers
customers an opportunity to improve
their self image with spa treatments to
invigorate and pamper the mind, body
and soul.
Dr. Hall is a member of the South-
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Robin A. Hall, DO - Destination Health in
Southlake.
lake and Colleyville Chambers of
Commerce, Southlake Executive Forum, Greater Southlake Women’s Society and Southlake Women’s Club.
Honors include three times as a “Texas
Super Doctor” by Texas Monthly magazine; a “Top Doc” in family medicine
by Fort Worth Texas magazine, and
“Most Influential Woman” in the
health and science category by Fort
Worth Business Press.
Best Insurance Agency
Cavnar
Insurance Agency
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Brad Cavnar - Cavnar Insurance Agency in
Southlake.
Best Furniture Store
Stacy Furniture
and Accessories
anywhere. But because Stacy Furniture
is a “family owned business rather than
a corporate chain,” customers can enjoy talking to the owners as they make
their home furnishings decisions. It’s a
Name: Stacy Furniture and Accessories
place where customers can always find
Address: 1900 S. Main St., Grapevine
someone here with the same last name
Owners: Rick Stacy and Family
as the sign out front.
Stacy supports organizations such as
www.stacyfurniture.com
Grace, MDS, Battered Women’s Foundation, Metroport Meals on Wheels
Grapevine’s Stacy Furniture has al- and Christ’s Haven Children’s Home.
ways made customer service, quality A community room on the third floor
and selection their “No. 1 priorities.” is available for schools and business to
Astute customers can buy products use for events and seminars.
Best Italian Restaurant
Brio
Tuscan Grille
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Brio Tuscan Grille in Southlake Town Square.
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Stacy Furniture and Accessories in Grapevine. Pictured Owner Rick Stacy and
Dorian Stacy.
Your vacation close to home.
Best Hair Salon |Massage
Nail Salon | Spa
Elixir Salon
& Day Maker
Name: Elixir Salon & Day Maker
Address: 85 Village Lane, Suite 150,
Colleyville
Owners: John and Danielle Arnett
www.elixirdaymaker.com
Voted
Best of the Best Salon
2007, 2008, 2009
Colleyville, Grapevine
& Southlake
THANKS FOR 4 YEARS IN A ROW
• Voted Best Salon
Open 7 Days a Week
• Voted Best Massage
817.427.9700
85 Village Lane,
Colleyville, TX 76034
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• Voted Best Nail Salon
• Voted Best Spa
In appreciation
of your vote take
10% OFF
Any Service
Short on time? Order Online and print
gift certificate from home or office.
www.elixirdaymaker.com
Alicia Castello, D.C.
It’s a perfect fit for what we do,” said
John.
Danielle Arnett has served as chairman of the Colleyville Chamber of
Commerce board of directors and participated in the Rotary Club’s “Dancing with the Stars” fundraiser. Elixir
Salon & Day Maker regularly donates
services to community events.
Winning Best of the Best in four categories is testimony to the “we care”
philosophy of John and Danielle Arnett. “We care about our team and we
care about our guests. We continually
focus on educating our team for continual growth and customer service,”
said John Arnett.
Offering a variety of services for
men and women from massages, spa
packages, facials, hair removal, micro
dermabrasion as well as nail and hair
care, it’s all designed to make the client
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feel good. “We chose the name Day
Maker because our goal is to make you Elixir Salon & Day Maker in Colleyville. Picfeel good when you walk out the door. tured are Owners John and Danielle Arnett.
Best Chiropractor
Alicia Castello, DC
Name: La Plaza Family Chiropractic
Address: 1009 Glade Road, Suite B,
Colleyville
Owner: Alicia Castello, DC
Phone/Web site: 817-427-2777/
www.colleyvillechiropractic.com
Providing Chiropractic and Rehabilitation
to the Colleyville area since 2000
Chiropractic can help to improve:
Low Back/Neck Pain
Disc/Neck Conditions
Sports Performance
Carpal Tunnel
Headaches
Stiffness
Wellness
Leg & Arm Pain/Numbness
Shoulder Pain/Injuries
Pregnancy Discomforts
TMJ Conditions
Preferred Provider for most insurance groups
Licensed Massage Therapists on staff
1009 Glade Road, Suite B Colleyville
(Located Just east of Hwy. 26 at the corner of Glade and Bedford Road)
817-427-2777
www.colleyvillechiropractic.com
La Plaza Family Chiropractic treats
not just the back, but all joints and
muscles.
“Our goal is to get patients out of
pain as quick as possible and then train
them in preventions,” said Dr. Alicia
Castello. She personally provides oneon-one therapeutic exercise training to
restore injuries, increase endurance
and improve back and core strengthening.
La Plaza Family Chiropractic has the
latest physical therapy and rehabilitation equipment, including electric
stimulation, therapeutic ultrasound,
Inter-segmental Traction, Upper Body
Cycle and more. These types of equipment assist in relieving pain, reducing
scar tissue and inflammation, stabilizing the spine and other joints, and for
stretching, strengthening and condi-
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Alicia Castello, DC - La Plaza Family Chiropractic in Colleyville.
tioning muscles. These therapies work
in conjunction with adjustments to
provide faster healing and lasting results.
La Plaza Family Chiropractic periodically hosts patient appreciation
days where patients receive free adjustments with a donation designated
to a local charity. These popular events
have provided community organizations with winter coats, non-perishable
food and cash donations.
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When you need it, quality health care is here.
Baylor Regional Medical Center at Grapevine – a hospital recognized for quality, patient-centered
care – is located right in the neighborhood. Baylor Grapevine combines innovative technology
and advanced treatments with personal attention and compassion you know as Baylor. At Baylor
Grapevine, you’ll find quality, patient-centered care right in your own community. That’s something
to feel good about.
For a physician referral or for more
information, call 1.800.4BAYLOR or
visit BaylorHealth.com/Grapevine.
1650 West College Street, Grapevine, TX 76051
Physicians are members of the medical staff at one of Baylor Health Care System’s subsidiary, community or affiliated medical centers and are neither employees nor agents of those
medical centers, Baylor Regional Medical Center at Grapevine or Baylor Health Care System. ©2010 Baylor Health Care System BRMCGV_426 9667x11 CE 3.10
Few decisions are more important than choosing where your family will receive health care.
Best Jeweler
Best Emergency Room
Luxur Custom
Jewelers
Baylor Regional
Medical Center at
Grapevine
Name: Luxor Custom Jewelers
Address: 75 Main Street, Suite 100,
Colleyville
Owner: Waguih Guirguis
Phone: 817-498-3600
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A running theme among the “Best
of ” winners is that they each provide a first-rate experience for their
customers. Luxor Custom Jewelers,
which has won Best Custom Jeweler for the last four years, does that
by providing its customers with truly unique jewelry.
“We are a full-service custom
jeweler and all work is done on the
premises,” said owner Waguih
Guirguis. “The entire staff is dedicated to making each and every customer’s jewelry shopping experience memorable.”
With a stunning shop in the Village at Colleyville, Luxor has the
largest selection of custom jewelry
and loose gemstones in the Metroplex.
A part of the local community for
Name: Baylor Regional Medical Center
at Grapevine
Address: 1650 W. College St., Grapevine
Contact: Doug Lawson, President
Phone/Web site: 1.800.4BAYLOR /
www.BaylorHealth.com/Grapevine
When you need to see an emergency
room doctor, you want to see one fast.
Baylor Regional Medical Center at
Grapevine, which serves 820,000 people in 20 cities in northeast Tarrant
County, has an average door-to-doctor
time of 40 minutes.
If the patient is suffering from a heart
attack, their door-to-door balloon
time, which is the amount of time between a heart attack patient’s arrival at
the hospital to the time he receives percutaneous coronary intervention, averages less than 45 minutes, ranking well
below national and community averages.
Besides those two notable statistics,
the Baylor Grapevine Emergency Department lays claim to several more accolades including the 2009 Texas
Award for Performance Excellence,
the 2008 Press Ganey Success Story
Award for leadership, organizational
change and increased customer satisfaction and the 2008 Press Ganey
Compass Award for showing the most
improvement over two years in overall
patient satisfaction.
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Owner Waguih Guirguis with Luxor Custom
Jewelers in Colleyville.
since 1986, Luxor is a dedicated
sponsor of many local charities.
“Giving back to the community that
has been so supportive of our store
over the years has been a labor of
love,” Guirguis said.
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Baylor Regional Medical
Center at Grapevine.
“Voted Best Jeweler”
To Celebrate the Honor
Luxor Jewelers will bring
in Spring with Specially
Marked Custom Semi
Mounts, All One-of-aKind Pieces to display
Your Diamonds,
or One of Ours.
3 Day
“Re-Mount”
Event
Mark Your Calendar for the event of the season
To everyone that has voted for us one more time, Luxor Custom Jewelers sincerely wants to extend
a “Heartfelt Thank You” again. To receive this award for the past 4 years is an honor. We will
continue to serve the community with the integrity with which you have become accustomed.
Sincerely
Waguih Guirguis
Owner, Master Jeweler
March
25th, 26th & 27th
75 Main St. Ste.100
The Village at Colleyville
817.498.3600
Best CPA
Kristine A. Amador
KRISTINE A. AMADOR
CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANT
Name: Kristine A. Amador, CPA
Address: 1111 S. Main St. Suite 102,
Grapevine
Owner: Kristine A. Amador, CPA; Margaret
Estep, office manager
www.amadorcpa.com
As a former audit manager with PriceWaterhouseCoopers LLP, Kristine
Amador has the “Big Four” CPA firm
experience, but she left the Dallas market almost 10 years ago to open her
own local business. Winning Best CPA
validates Amador’s desire – and that of
her staff – to know their clients personally and they value their friendships as
much as their business.
Amador’s tax planning practice
serves businesses of all sizes in Grapevine, Colleyville and Southlake. She
provides sales and income tax advice
and tax planning for local, state and
federal filings for new and existing
businesses. Her approach to tax services is to present ideas that will help minimize tax exposures and liabilities.
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Kristine A. Amador, CPA.
Amador serves on the board of directors of the Grapevine Chamber of
Commerce and was the 2008-2009
board chairman. She volunteers at
Gateway Church in Southlake and recently married Pastor John Munaretto.
Look for her firm to be rebranded soon
as Kristine Munaretto CPA.
• 20 Years Experience
• Business and Individual
• Estate and Trust
• IRS Representation
• QuickBooks ProAdvisor
• Member of The American Institute
of CPAs
Thank You for Your Vote!
817-329-0106
1111 S. Main St., Suite 102, Grapevine
www.amadorcpa.com
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Best Title Company
Name: Stewart Title North Texas Division
Address: 2777 E. Southlake Blvd. Suite 180,
Southlake
Manager: Candice Carroll, senior vice
president
www.stewartnorthtexas.com
Northeast Tarrant County residents
have found that a real estate transaction
doesn’t have to be a nail-biting event
when Stewart Title North Texas Division is involved. It’s been voted two
years in a row as Best of the Best.
“It’s our concierge approach. Successful closings are our main goal, but
not our only focus,” said Candice Carroll, senior vice president of the firm.
“We provide exceptional customer services, solid financial strength and a
friendly, professional staff who value
customer relationships.”
John McCain is Stewart Title North
Texas Division president, which is a
subsidiary of Stewart Title Company,
founded in 1893. The company’s vision is “Magnificent Service from Inspired Professionals.” The Southlake
office opened in 1996.
In Northeast Tarrant, you’ll find the
Southlake staff participating in local
charities and the Southlake and Colleyville Chambers of Commerce.
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Stewart Title North Texas
Division in Southlake.
Pictured from left: Sharon
Smith, Jessica Sanchez,
Shana Bohnsack, Nicole
Timm Robert, Candice
Carroll, Lisa Spain, Jenae
Hibbard, Cindy Boutin
and Maribel Carranza.
THANK YOU!
Colleyville/Grapevine/Southlake
For naming
stewart
®
The Best of the Best
Title Company!
North Texas Division
Candice Carroll, Sr. VP & Branch Mgr.
2777 E Southlake Blvd. Suite 180,
Southlake, Texas 76092
817-481-5856
Stewart Title North
Texas Division
Best Plastic Surgeon
Southlake
Plastic
Surgery
BREAST
|
Compassionate Care...
Exceptional Results.
BODY
|
FACE
|
SKIN
Dr. Mason and his staff would
like to thank all the readers who
voted him Best of the Best Plastic
Surgeon for 2010 in Colleyville,
Grapevine, Southlake.
Breast augmentation
Breast Lift | Body contouring
Liposuction | Tummy Tuck
Facelift | Necklift | Browlift
Eyelid Surgery | Botox
Obagi Skin Care | Restylane
Spider Vein Therapy
Mark E. Mason, MD
BOARD CERTIFIED PLASTIC SURGEON
AMERICAN BOARD OF PLASTIC SURGERY
Fraxel | Juvaderm
AMERICAN SOCIETY OF
PLASTIC SURGEONS
817.442.8900
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Southlake Center for Cosmetic Surgery,
an AAAASF certiﬁed Surgery Center for
the ultimate in safety & privacy.
BEFORE & AFTER GALLERY AT WWW.SOUTHLAKEPLASTICSURGERY.COM
900 E. SOUTHLAKE BLVD. | SUITE 100 | SOUTHLAKE, TX 76092
Mark E. Mason, MD
Name: Southlake Plastic Surgery
Address: 900 E. Southlake Blvd., Suite 100
Owner: Mark E. Mason, MD
www.SouthlakePlasticSurgery.com
This is Dr. Mark Mason’s fourth year
in a row to be named Best Plastic Surgeon. His surgical expertise and attention to detail is evident in his surgical
results. He calls his staff “second to
none” and each member of Southlake
Plastic Surgery “treats every patient
with care and compassion.”
The surgery center is certified by the
American Association for Accreditation of Ambulatory Surgery Facilities
(AAAASF), the gold standard in accreditation.
Southlake Plastic Surgery specializes in a wide variety of procedures from
breast augmentations and liposuction
to microdermabrasion and facelifts.
Dr. Mason is a board-certified, Stanford-trained plastic surgeon. During
this past winter, Dr. Mason was one of
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Mark E. Mason, MD - Southlake Plastic Surgery
only three plastic surgeons in the Dallas-Fort Worth area to participate in a
new FDA-approved clinical implant
study.
Southlake Plastic Surgery is an annual sponsor for the Carroll Education
Foundation and the Southlake Women’s Club Art in the Square event. It donates substantially each year to other
community and school organizations.
Best OB/GYN
Robert B. Wai, M.D., P.A.
Diplomate of the American Board of
Obstetrics and Gynecology
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“Thank you for your vote”
Two Years Voted the Best OB-GYN Physician
817-481-5863
Baylor Medical Plaza
1600 W. College • Suite 540 • Grapevine
www.obgynofntx.com
Pictured from left: Krystal Ezernack, MA, Robert B. Wai, MD, PA, and Diane Hall, RN.
Robert B. Wai, MD, PA
Name: Robert B. Wai, MD, PA
Address: 1600 W College St, Suite 540,
Grapevine
www.obgynofntx.com
Dr. Robert Wai is proud to have ascertained this award for the second
straight year.
“I am honored to serve the Grapevine, Southlake and Colleyville com-
munities,” Wai said. A member of
American College of Obstetrics and
Gynecology, Dr. Wai is involved with
the Texas Medical Association and is
also a member of the Tarrant County
Medical Association. He graduated
from The University of Tennessee
School of Medicine in 1990 and completed his residency in 1994.
Dr. Wai and his staff strive to provide
the best clinical care in a professional
and caring atmosphere. “We work diligently to ensure that our patients have
only the best experience,” Wai said.
Best Travel Agency
Best Dermatologist
Riverside Travel
and Crusies in
Grapevine
Angela Bowers-Plott, MD
Name: Southlake Dermatology
Address:1170 N. Carroll Ave., Southlake
Owner: Angela Bowers-Plott, MD
www.SouthlakeDermatology.com
It is a winning formula for Dr. Angela
Bowers-Plott and Southlake Dermatology to be named Best Dermatologist:
offering the most advanced skincare
treatments and procedures while focusing on providing excellent service with
personable staff.
“We strive to offer the best medical
care available in dermatology,” said Dr.
Bowers-Plott. “Our technology using
electronic records and the Internet has
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Riverside Travel and Crusies in
Grapevine. Pitcured are Co-Owners
Valarie Jolly and Michele McKechnie.
Best Tailor
Cho’s
Tailor
allowed us to focus more on patient
care with better and faster communication.”
Southlake Dermatology offers a wide
range of services from laser treatments,
Botox Cosmetic, tattoo and mole removal, ear piercing and repair, sclerotherapy for spider veins and microdermabrasion, to name just a few.
Last year Southlake Dermatology
donated $25,000 in auction items and
procedures for many community fundraisers. The staff also sees patients referred from GRACE Outreach to Community Health Clinic.
Dr. Bowers-Plott has also been recognized in Texas Monthly and Fort Worth
Texas magazines. She is a past president of the Dallas Dermatological Society.
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Cho’s Tailor in Southlake.
Angela Bowers-Plott, MD
(center) – Southlake Dermatology
We would like to say
817-251-6500
www.southlakedermatology.com
Thank You
for the honor of being voted among
The Best of the Best for 2010
It is a privilege to serve the community by offering services and
procedures that we feel are of great value to our patients.
Our office offers a full range of Dermatology Services including
Medical, Surgical and Cosmetic.
Angela Bowers-Plott, M.D. is honored to announce the addition of
Sara Heldt, M.D. to our office in April.
She is a graduate of Carroll High School, University of Texas,
Baylor College of Medicine, and is finishing her dermatology residency
at Georgetown University. She is welcoming new patients to our practice.
1170 N. Carroll Ave., Southlake, TX 76092
Best Family Dentist (tie)
Best Pediatrician
Andrew H. Kilgus, MD
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Pictured are back row, from
left: Dr. James Halpert, Patsy
Milne, Jan Williamson and
Chelsea Hoge; front row,
from left: Caroline Ondrej,
Becky Temple and Christi
Norman.
James E. Halpert, DDS
Name: James E. Halpert, DDS
Address: 4201 Brown Trail, Suite 104,
Colleyville
Phone/Email: 817-281-8633 /
[email protected]
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Since opening his practice in 1984
after graduating from Baylor College
of Dentistry, Dr. James Halpert has
been totally patient-focused.
“We schedule one patient at a time
unlike many offices that have multiple
patients at the same time. If we are running a little behind, we call our patients
Best
and have them come a little later,” he
said. “Rarely does any patient wait
more than 10 minutes past their appointment time.”
Dr. Halpert provides family and preventative dentistry care as well as cosmetic and implant dentistry. He has
been awarded a Fellowship in the Academy of General Dentistry which takes a
minimum of five years of study as well
as passing a rigorous exam, and is presently working towards his Masters degree in that same field. He also graduated from The Baylor Aesthetic Dentistry Continuum which was one of the
first extensive cosmetic dentistry programs available in the country.
for a Beautiful
Smile!
Name: Andrew H. Kilgus, MD
Address:1600 West North West Highway
Suite 900, Grapevine
www.cookchildrens.org
Dr. Andrew Kilgus, named best pediatrician, has more than 40 years of
experience practicing medicine. He
has had a pediatric practice in Grapevine for 29 years. Kilgus is a member
of the Cook Children’s physician Network at Grapevine.
“I am a pediatrician with many years
of experience in teaching and private
practice,” Kilgus said.
Kilgus received his medical degree
from the University of Illinois College
of Medicine in Chicago in 1962. He received further training in family practice at the Brooke Army Medical Center and in pediatrics at Fitzsimons
Army Medical Center.
Kilgus is also involved in several
charitable activities in Grapevine.
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Pictured are Dr. Andrew Kilgus, Dr. Vanita
Shori and Dr. Eric Hopkins.
T hank you
Again for your vote of confidence!
To all my patients, past and present,
thank you for voting for me again this
year. I suspect I have had the advantage
of practicing in this area the longest,
almost thirty years.
Baylor Grapevine was a small general
hospital of about twenty five beds in
1981. The years have gone by quickly.
Many of you, who I took care of as
children, have children of your own that
we enjoy seeing.
I wish it wasn’t so, but I’m soon to retire.
The senior years have come!
Good Health to all of you.
Dr. Andrew Kilgus is a member of
CookChildrens Physicians Network and
Baylor Grapevine Regional Hospital.
Voted Best of the Best
3
Years
in a Row!
4201 Brown Trail, Suite 104
Colleyville, Texas 76034
817-281-8633
Andrew Kilgus M.D.
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Best Steakhouse
Kirby’s Prime
Steakhouse
Name: Kirby’s Prime Steakhouse
Address: 3305 E. Hwy 114, Southlake
Manager: Mark Dather, General Manager
www.kirbyssteakhouse.com
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Thank you,
loyal customers,
for voting us
Best Steakhouse!
4 years in a row!
Open grilling distinguishes Kirby’s
Prime Steakhouse fare, but seafood receives equal flavoring. Established in
Dallas in 1954, Kirby’s fine dining reputation extended into Southlake in
1999.
Mark Dather, General Manager, and
Daniel Nemec, Executive Chef, note
that Kirby’s labor-intensive open grilling is a trait “rarely used in modern day
steakhouses, but it gives stand-out
quality flavor to each delicious steak.”
Bil Semon, Sommelier, reliably combines wines with client preferences,
whether prime USDA steak or panroasted Chilean sea bass with lobster
risotto.
To schedule private events, Kirby’s
relies on Michelle Hodges, while Rick
Shew handles marketing. Kirby’s owners and managers treat each other like
Name: Market Street
Address: 5605 Colleyville Blvd., Colleyville
Manager: Eric Cook, store director
www.marketstreetcolleyville.com
Market Street has the everyday groceries and great prices you look for – and
much more – say the devoted shoppers
who voted it as the Best Grocery Store.
It has specialty items, organic foods,
prepared foods and catering, plus experts in all departments to help you select the right cut of meat, party cake or
organic supplement.
Half-Priced Wine Sundays
DFW Airport North # 3305 E. Highway 114
Southlake, TX 76092 # Phone 817.410.2221
KirbysSteakhouse.com
family, a dynamic that transcends into
the staff and each and every customer
that walks through their door.
Hundreds of dollars a year in Kirby
dining-certificate donations aid various charities, while corporate executives, as well as local hotels and businesses, rely on Kirby’s individual
touch. In addition, the Wine Spectator
Award of Excellence commends Kirby’s wine collection, while the restaurant’s four-year “Best of the Best” selection applauds its food and personal
service.
Best Grocery Store
Market Street
Happy Hour (M-F) 4:30 to 7:00
Private Rooms Available
Complimentary Valet
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Kirby’s Prime Steakhouse in Southlake. Pictured are Training and Marketing Director Rick
Shew and Corporate Executive Chef Daniel
Nemec.
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Market Street in Colleyville. Pictured from left: Connie Peterson,
Alyssa Grimes, Eric Cook, Mark
Ruiz, Tammy Ward and Penny
Bradley.
UCrew, United Supermarkets/Market
Street’s award-winning community outreach program, organizes volunteer
teams in the communities it serves. A
company goal is to build up every community in which it does business. Locally, the Colleyville store supports local
and national food banks, donates food,
meals and time to non-profit organizations, supports North Texas SNAP (Special Needs Assistance Partners) and
partners with the area Women’s Leagues
and charities. Store Director Eric Cook
has served on the Colleyville Chamber
of Commerce board of directors.
In 2009 Market Street was named
DFW Top 100 Places to Work.
Best Health Food Store
Sunflower Shoppe
Natural Foods
Name: Sunflower Shoppe Natural Foods
Address: 5100 Highway 121, south of HallJohnson, Grapevine
Owners: The Bradford family, Rick and
LaVonne and children, Bryan, Chad, Toni and
Erika
www.sunflowershoppe.com
Ethridge Auto Center
Name: Ethridge Auto Center
Address: 6007 Colleyville Blvd., Colleyville
Owner: Butch Ethridge
Phone: 817-488-0361
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The Bradford Family, owners of Sunflower
Shoppe Natural Foods in Grapevine. Pictured
from left: Richard Bradford, Toni Crawford,
Bryan Bradford, Erika McCarthy, Chad BradCelebrating 40 years in business, the ford and LaVonne Bradford.
Shoppe has also won the award for the
Best Health Foods Store and Best Organic Produce by Fort Worth Weekly, Best
Customer Service Award by Fort Worth,
Texas Magazine and various accolades
within the industry as an exemplary independent natural foods retailer.
Knowing what it means to be a community institution for four decades, The
Sunflower Shoppe has supported Happy
Hill Farm Academy since its inception as
a charter member by donating more than
$75,000 in in-kind donations of natural,
healthy foods and vitamins to its children. They also donate to various area
non-profits including schools and
churches.
Butch Ethridge isn’t in the auto repair
business. He’s in the people business.
“We work on people who drive cars, not
just cars. If the customer leaves here in
a state of disrepair, we’ve just wasted
time working on the car.”
Ethridge, owner of Ethridge Auto
Center, has been fixing people, and
cars, for more than 30 years at the same
Colleyville location. His most senior
mechanic has been with him 27 years.
The shop rookie’s been there nine
years. While those numbers are impressive, what’s even more impressive is
that he doesn’t really advertise. “My
advertising dollars are spent eyeball to
eyeball,” he says.
Through his business, Ethridge has
become a partner in the community,
supporting local churches, schools and
other organizations. While Ethridge is
honored by being winning best auto repair honors, his philosophy about such
recognition dovetails with his customer
service philosophy.
“You’re only as good as the job you’re
working on right now,” he says. “You’ve
got to do the best job every day.”
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Ethridge Auto Center in Colleyville. Pictured from left: Bruce Webster, Craig Tracy, Owner Butch
Ethridge, Dru Krueger and Jerry Gierish.
We thank you for your business
& appreciate the honor.
817-488-0361
E.D. “BUTCH” ETHRIDGE
OWNER
6007 COLLEYVILLE BLVD.
COLLEYVILLE, TX 76034
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Sunflower Shoppe is a third-generation,
family-owned and operated business.
Erika McCarthy, Public Relations Director, attributes that long history to their
knowledgeable staff and commitment to
offering customers the highest quality
merchandise.
“We have a well-earned reputation as a
highly-respected resource in our community for natural health and wellness,” she
says. “Our team members are well versed
on how to address health issues naturally,
from food allergies to menopause. We
also have strict standards as to what we
offer and how we select our supplements,
natural foods and all organic produce.”
In addition to winning this award for
four consecutive years, The Sunflower
Best Auto Repair
Best Barbeque
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family works hard to earn the title of
Name: Feedstore BBQ
Best BBQ.
Address: 530 S. White Chapel Blvd,
They have a commitment to qualSouthlake
ity
and consistency. They pledge to
Owners: Bill Lafavers, Phyllis Lafavers, Matt
never
sacrifice quality for price and
Lafavers, Mike Lafavers
they
assure
customers that all meats
and vegetables are prepared consiswww.feedstorebbq.com
tently with patience and dedication.
The Lafavers family have been
Feedstore BBQ comes by its name supporters of Southlake and Carroll
naturally – it was originally South- Independent School District since
lake Feed & Tack – but the Lafavers 1974. A Lafavers sibling, nieces and
nephews have been students in Carroll ISD for
more than 35 years. Feedstore BBQ is a staple at
Dragon Stadium football
games.
You’ll also find a Feedstore BBQ presence at city events and city department gatherings. Northeast Tarrant residents
agree that the Feedstore
BBQ is “a great place to
meat.”
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Feedstore BBQ in Southlake. Pictured is Owner Matt Lafavers and his son, Carson.
Best Import Auto Dealership
Park
Place
Lexus
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Park Place Lexus in
Grapevine.
Best Mortgage Company
Brian Lauter
Affiliated Bank
Mortgage
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Brian Lauter - Affiliated Bank Mortgage in
Southlake.
Best Florist
City Florist
Name: City Florist
Address: 430 South Main St., Grapevine
Owner: Margaret Hardin
www.grapevineflorist.com
Both national and international services make City Florist a top producer.
Owner Margaret Hardin employs nine
staff members, four of whom are Master Florists, while Manager Janet Rose
leads her dedicated staff to devote
themselves “to service, from order taking to design and delivery; we stay current in design, products, and technology.”
Grapevine, Southlake, and Colleyville residents “partner with City Florist through all of life’s many events,”
resulting in a consistent clientele base.
A longstanding member of Historical Downtown Grapevine Association
and the Chamber of Commerce, this
enterprise has been ranked in Teleflora’s Top 250 Shops for 10 years, plus
the store continues its membership in
the Texas State Florists Association.
Celebrating our 38th Year!
City Florist
Spectacular
Flowers • Plants • Holidays
Weddings • Special Events
“Thank you for your Vote!”
Open Mon-Fri 8:30-5:30; Sat 9-2
817.481.1539
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City Florist in Grapevine.
Pictured are back row,
from left: Manager Janet
Rose and Alice Pearson;
front row, from left: Owner
Margaret Hardin, Marlene
Drake and Yvonne Smith.
Not pictured are Mary
Michniacki and Jennifer
Parker.
430 S. Main St. • Grapevine
(Next to Willhoite’s)
www.grapevineflorist.com
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Celebrating Our 45th Year!
Best Dance Studio
Name: Pat Riddle School of Dance
Address: 1101 Cheek Sparger Rd., Ste. 129,
Colleyville
Studio Director: Laura Riddle Paschal
www.patriddle.com
Commitment, talent, and teamwork
describe goals developed through enrollment in Pat Riddle School of
Dance, a business with a 45-year track
record.
Its Web site explains that dance instruction “teaches coordination of
mind and body, cooperation with
others through group training, and instill[s] confidence and self-assurance.”
Offering year-round classes for both
boys and girls, ages 2 ½ to adult, the variety ranges from tap and jazz, to tumbling, ballet, hip hop, lyrical, and modern dance. In fact, the studio just completed a six-week Zumba Dance Fitness Class.
“Most instructors have been with the
studio for a minimum of five years to as
We are now registering for our
SUMMER CLASSES
See the difference
only experience
can make!
Degreed and Professional
Dance Instructors
Ages 2 1/2 thru Adults
Girls & Boys
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Pat Riddle School of Dance in Colleyville competition team.
many as 20,” notes Studio Director
Laura Riddle Paschal, and experience
pays when developing competition
squads for national contests. Pat Riddle
School of Dance teams have earned national awards, while some of its students “graduate to become professional dancers. Whether you want your
child to dance once a week or a lifetime, you can find a home at Pat Riddle
School of dance,” states Paschal.
Community involvement begins
with donations to area dance teams as
well as silent auctions to benefit
school, churches, and the Colleyville
Women’s Club. Pat Riddle School of
Dance also participates in Celebrate
Colleyville, Arbor Daze, and Mayfest.
• Tap • Ballet • Pointe • Jazz • Hip Hop
• Lyrical/Modern • Drill Team Technique
• Competition Prep Classes
• Leaps & Turns • Boys Hip Hop
• Combo Classes for Preschool & School-Age Students
817.281.7066
Tara Village Shopping Ctr • 1101 Cheek-Sparger Road • Suite 129
Colleyville, TX • www.patriddle.com
Bring in this ad for One FREE Introductory Class
Pat Riddle School
of Dance
Harris known for discipline, dedication
By Marice Richter
Dennis Harris’ talent for running and
track were discovered during his childhood.
Growing up in a single-family home,
he didn’t have the support of a father to
guide and encourage him. But he said
he had outstanding coaches who nurtured him and prodded him to go the
distance.
Now a track coach at Covenant Christian Academy in Colleyville, Harris
said most of his students don’t come
from similar backgrounds. But he tries
to be an inspiration to them, anyway.
“I always tell them to stay strong and
try to go the next level,” he said. For his
dedication, he was recently named Best
High School Coach for the second
straight year.
Having had excellent coaches helped
Harris earn college scholarships and
make it to the Olympics trials for long
jumping in 1992 and 1996. Not making
the Olympics was a disappointment,
particularly after all his hard work and
training.
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Best High School Coach was
awarded to Dennis Harris
with Covenant Christian
Academy in Colleyville. This
is the second year in a row
that Coach Harris has won
this award.
But the discipline and dedication he
learned are lifetime lessons, which he
continues to impress upon his students.
“As our track coach for the past eight
years, Dennis has taken our students to
incredible heights of achievement, winning five girls’ state championships and
eight boys’ state championships. We
are thankful for his service,” said Justice Kerr, principal of Covenant high
school.
Harris grew up in Killeen and became
a standout athlete at Blinn College in
Brenham and then at Louisiana State
University.
Prior to joining the faculty at Covenant in 2002, he taught and coached at
Euless Junior High School for six years.
He has also helped coach track at Trinity High School.
Besides coaching, Harris teaches elementary-level physical education at
Covenant.
“I really love coaching and teaching,
particularly in a Christian school environment,” he said.
Jackson known for his passion of history
By Marice Richter
Rick Jackson took a roundabout
path into teaching, but he is happy that
he made it.
Jackson’s dedication to his students
at Covenant Christian Academy is evident in their achievement as well as
honors he has received for an outstanding job. Besides being named
Best Teacher, he was named a Master
Teacher by consensus of parents,
school officials and his peers.
Now in his fifth year at Covenant
Christian Academy in Colleyville,
Jackson teaches U.S. history to 7th
and 8th graders and to high school seniors. He previously taught at another
private school and in the Birdville and
Grapevine-Colleyville school districts.
He is also a varsity football coach
and junior high basketball coach at
Covenant.
“His love for his students and sub-
ject area are truly inspirational,” said
Justice Kerr, principal of Covenant
high school.
Jackson grew up in Hurst and graduated from L.D. Bell High School. He
graduated from Baylor University,
with no clear career path. A scuba diving enthusiast, he moved to Hawaii,
where he spent seven years teaching
diving and driving a tour boat.
After marrying and starting a family, he realized he needed a more stable
life. So he returned to Texas and
worked in a family business for several years. When an opportunity came
up to work in the Birdville school district came along, he took it. He’s been
teaching now for more than a dozen
years.
“My life revolves around school,”
he said. “I feel very fortunate to be
here and to do something I really
love.”
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Rick Jackson with
Covenant Christian
Academy in Colleyville
was voted as the Best
Teacher in Colleyville,
Grapevine and Southlake.
Best Pool Company
Best Bank
Claffey Pools
First Financial
Bank
Name: Claffey Pools
Address: 1625 Brumlow Ave., Southlake;
also, Weatherford
Owners: Charley Claffey, Shelly Claffey
Broder, and Brian Claffey
www.claffeypools.com
This pool, designed by Calffey Pools in Southlake, won gold in the Region 3 Association of
Pool and Spa Professionals in February. Region 3 includes the states of Texas, Arkansas,
Oklahoma, Louisiana, New Mexico and Wyoming.
One of 50 Texas locations, First Financial Bank, Southlake, is a member of
First Financial Bankshares, Inc., an organization which ranks at the top of $3 billion-plus, publicly traded monetary
firms. Mark Jones, President and CEO
of the Southlake branch, explains, “Our
bank has a local board of directors and
ment. Awards include over 50 Association of Pool and Spa Professional in
both Region 3 and Internationally.
In addition, Claffey Pools received
the Better Business Bureau Ethics
Award in 2003 and 2005, and earned an
A+ rating in Fort Worth and Dallas
from the same organization. In 2003,
2005, and 2007, Baylor University
granted Claffey Pools its Small Business Award, and the company has appeared in “Best of the Best” listings for
the past four years.
First Financial Bank in Southlake. Pictured are back row, from left: Wendy Foster, Mark Jones,
Michele Stevens, Dionna Hass, Carley Noss, Danella West, Craig Gilliam, Julie Spindor, Heather
Yamane, Brett Clifton and Les Mariotti; front row, from left: Sue Fuller, Ricca Coursey, Tammy
Ceballos, Dawn Rasaphangthong, Jason Stradler, Gayla Collins, Matt Mitchell and Stacey Fine.
PHOTO BY KIM EAGAN
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Twenty-two years ago, Paul Claffey’s
pool company operated out of his Hurst
home, years before his children took
over. Today, the family-owned and operated company’s motto, “Quality is
our commitment to you,” represents a
slogan reflecting Claffey Pools’ “superior craftsmanship, attention to detail,
and superb customer satisfaction,” explains the three owners.
Answers to any design, installation,
or maintenance questions can be handled to satisfaction because Claffey
Pools emphasizes its “one-stop shop,
covering water features, outdoor living,
renovation, service, and retail.”
Within the community, Claffey Pools
supports the Optimist Club, Grace
Sower of Seeds project, local schools
(baseball, football, and soccer teams),
area chambers of commerce, and
Weatherford’s volunteer fire depart-
Name: First Financial Bank
Address: 3205 E. Highway 114, Southlake
President: Mark Jones, President and CEO
www.firstfinbank.com
makes decisions here, not out of state.
We are large enough to serve our customers, but small enough to know them.”
Involvement in Southlake means First
Financial staff members volunteer regularly for community events, while many
chambers of commerce also rely on their
active participation. In its 2010, 1st
Quarter edition, Bank Director Magazine recently honored First Financial
Bankshares by naming it number one in
the nation in the $3 billion-plus publiclytraded category. This distinction resulted
from measurement criteria and analysis
compiled by Sandler O’Neill and Partners, L.P., a New York-based investment
banking firm specializing in the financial services industry.
Best Place for Gymnastics
Sunbelt Gymnastics
Academy
Name: Sunbelt Gymnastics Academy
Address: 4701 Bransford Rd., Colleyville
Owners: Ron and Cindy Bartusiak
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In December, Sunbelt Gymnastics
hosted its annual fun competition for students four years and above, who performed on gymnastics apparatus, receiving scores, medals, and trophies for their
efforts. All proceeds were donated to the
Children of the Night foundation, a private, non-profit organization dedicated
to housing and educating runaway children between 11 and 17 years old.
The Children of the
Night is located in a renovated post office in Van
Nuys, California. The
renovation includes a
dormitory and class-
rooms, and the organization’s ultimate
goal is to educate these children so they
may pass their GED exam and apply for
college. The Children of the Night also
maintains a 24-hour hotline for children
needing assistance. Although located in
Southern California, children travel and
call in from all reaches of the country, including Texas.
“Although we have made donations to
this organization in the past, this year
Cindy [Sunbelt’s co-owner with husband
Ron] and I on Christmas Eve were able to
tour the facility, meet the director, and
have Christmas dinner with several of the
children,” says Ron Bartusiak, owner
and president.
“I was quite impressed with the work
that founding director Dr. Lois Lee has
done with these kids. This is an organization more people should be aware of.”
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Pictured are back row, from
left: Assistant Tammy Daniels, Hygienist Leah Valtr, Assistant Alanna Hunter, Associate Dr. Lisa Menefee, Hygienist Marsha Waldrep and Owner Dr. Sean Cerone; front row,
from left: Treatment Coordinator Eric Ellsworth, Billing
Coordinator Candis Bernhardt
and Hygiene Coordinator Jessica Massey.
Sean M. Cerone, DDS, PA
Name: Sean M. Cerone, DDS, PA
Address: 271 E. Southlake Blvd., Suite 150,
Southlake
www.drcerone.com
Anyone seeking a full range of dental
services, from implant restoration to
cosmetic services, soon hears of Sean
M. Cerone, DDS, PA, whose office is
located in Southlake.
He “likes to offer patients a choice of
treatment options so they can select the
most suitable treatment as dictated by
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Best Family Dentist (tie)
their particular situation.” Dr. Cerone
also offers payment options and service plans.
Dr. Cerone actively participates in
Southlake’s Chamber of Commerce,
plus he is a Southlake Rotary Club
member. Dr. Cerone volunteers his services in the “Save a Smile” campaign,
and participates two days a year at the
John Peter Smith Children’s Clinic. He
continues his membership in several
dental affiliations, including Academy
of General Dentistry, American Dental
Association, Texas Dental Association, and Fort Worth District Dental
Association, and enjoys repeated recognition through the Southlake Journal
“Best of the Best” contest.
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Best Interior Designer
J.H. Interiors and Gifts
Name: J.H. Interiors and Gifts
Address: 5005 Colleyville Blvd., #204,
Colleyville
Owner: Susan Quinn
www.jhinteriors.com
“Stability!” is what separates J.H. Interiors and Gifts from other short-lived
businesses in this competitive field, according to Susan Quinn, owner. She
feels her company’s influence through
20 years of Colleyville-SouthlakeGrapevine projects “speaks volumes.”
Susan Bruce, Office Manager, connects clients with designers Emily Fi-
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Jennifer Corradino (see Web site for
designers’ backgrounds).
“Our incredible team of professionals strives to build long-term relationships with our clients while providing
the expertise to accomplish their design goals,” Quinn explains. “Come
see us and let us show you why we’re
voted the ‘Best’!”
Discreet involvement in numerous
local charities results in money, goods,
and services being dispersed within the
community. Selection as the design
team for Colleyville’s Eco House 2009
honors J.H. Interiors’ innovative team,
as does its choice as “Best of the Best”
four years in a row.
Come By and See Our
“New Look”
We are now carrying more accessories
& gifts for the home.
Mon. – Thurs. 9:30 – 5:00
Fri. 9:30 – 4:00 • Sat. 10:00 – 3:00
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J.H. Interiors and Gifts in
Colleyville. Pictured are back
row, from left: Jennifer Corradino, Susan Bruce, Diana
Daniels and Emily Fiihr; front
row, from left: Owner Susan
Quinn and Lisa Stewart.
WWW.JHINTERIORS.COM
817-428-7088
5005 COLLEYVILLE BLVD., SUITE 240
COLLEYVILLE, TEXAS 76034
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Best Plumbing/Electrical
Company
THANK
YOU
for voting us
Name: Kidd Plumbing Co.
Address: 1963 West Southlake Blvd.,
Southlake
Owner: Bonnie Kidd President; Manager:
Russell Kidd
Phone: 817-481-7200
The Kidd Plumbing Co. is a family
business founded in 1960 by Walter
and Bonnie Kidd.
After serving the Farmers Branch
area for 40 years, the business was
moved to Southlake and has been
here for 11 years. “Family” is the
word that Russell Kidd uses to describe the business started by his parents, and he isn’t kidding. Besides
Russell the business includes his
mother, wife and brother-in-law as
part of “the employee family that
strives to represent the type of honesty and integrity on which my parents started the company.”
Kidd Plumbing has a diverse histo-
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Russell Kidd with Kidd Plumbing in Southlake.
ry of helping the community. They
were involved in the restoration of
Nash Fames and the Palace Theatre in
Grapevines. The company also supports Carroll and Grapevine school
teams, along with school FFA and
4H.
Kidd Plumbing Company
Contractors
817-481-7200
The Best of the Best
Plumbing/Electrical Company!
Kidd Plumbing Co.
Best Residential Real Estate
Prudential Texas
Properties/
Southlake Branch
Name: Prudential Texas Properties/
Southlake Branch
Address: 150 N. Nolen Drive, Southlake
Manager: Linda Steelman, branch manager
Phone/ Web site: 817-442-5345 /
www.Prutexas.com
Westlake
ACE Hardware
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Westlake ACE Hardware in
Colleyville. Pictured from left:
Weldon Roberts, Melissa Batson, Sylvia Branch, Lavonne
Mize, Rosa Martinez, Bill Slovak and Jeff Hajek.
Best Asian Restaurant
P.F. Chang’s
China Bistro
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The Southlake branch of Prudential
Texas Properties utilizes a variety of
technologies to address its client’s
needs, such as innovative mobile sites
tied to the agent’s Web site, and built-in
features such as Google street view and
stats of the area.
“Our administration, management,
support staff and agents display a passion for the real estate business. Thus,
our clients receive ultimate support in
meeting their goals whether sellers or
buyers. Our service is driven by creativity and the use of the most current
technological tools,”said Linda Steelman, branch manager.
The Southlake Prudential office supports the GRACE foundation, Toys for
Tots and local food banks. Many of the
agents serve on local community and
charitable boards and committees.
In addition to the Best of the Best
honor, Prudential Texas Properties won
Prudential’s Gibralter award for being
among the top 50 brokers nationwide
and the Relocation Destination Services award for 100% buyer conversion.
Best Hardware Store
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for Voting Us 2010
Best of the Best
Real Estate Agency
Texas Properties/Southlake
817-442-5345
P.F. Chang’s China Bistro
in Grapevine.
Best Optometrist
Brooks Eye Center
& Orthokeratology…
Taylor R. Brooks,
OD
Name: Brooks Eye Center & Orthokeratology
Address:1650 W. Northwest Hwy., Suite
101, Grapevine
www.brookseyecenter.com
As a pioneer in Orthokeratology,
which is non-surgical vision correction, Dr. Taylor Brooks has been pursuing excellence in vision correction for
the past ten years.
“We are a business run by a family
for families,” said office manager Amy
Brooks. “Our customer service goal is
simple, to provide each patient with
their very best vision.”
This is the second consecutive “Best
of ” award for Brooks Eye Center &
Orthokeratology, and Brooks credits
the staff for the award. “We have
friendly and professional staff members that are dedicated to their jobs.”
A proud member of the community,
Dr. Brooks is a Grapevine Lions Club
member and provides eye care services
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Dr. Taylor Brooks - Brooks Eye Center & Orthokeratology in Grapevine.
through that organization. Dr. Brooks
also sponsors local sports organizations as well as local and international
mission work. Dr. Brooks is also a Fellow of the Orthokeratology Academy
of America as well as an Optometric
Glaucoma Specialist.
Dr. Brooks and his professional eye care staff would
like to extend their gratitude for your vote.
The Best Optometrist
1650 W. Northwest Hwy. #101
Grapevine, Texas 76051
817-552-0252
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Best Pizza
Free Delivery
BYOB
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SPECIAL
Buy 1 Medium Pizza
at Regular Price
Get 1 for $599
Pictured is owner of Palio’s Pizza Café in Colleyville, Tom Schott.
Palio’s Pizza Café
Name:Palio’s Pizza Café
Address: 512 Colleyville Blvd., Suite 130,
Colleyville
Owner: Tom Schott
www.paliospizzadfw.com
Palio’s Pizza Café opened in Colleyville three-and-half years ago. Owner
Tom Schott may have a new restaurant,
but he brings 28 years of experience in
the food service industry. He states that
his goal is “to maintain a high-quality
product using the freshest vegetables
and meats while providing quick service to our customers.”
Palio’s offers a warm, friendly atmosphere suited for everyone from families to date-night couples. Customers
have many options at Palio’s including
outdoor patio dining, BYOB, reservations for large groups and “call ahead”
pick up, as well as home delivery.
Palio’s has been a supporter of Grapevine High School groups, churches,
and she works on special events for
community projects.
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Dr. Christopher
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Best of the Best
in Pediatric Dentistry!
1422 Main St., Suite 226
Southlake, TX 76092
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817-481-7733
www.davispediatricdentistry.com
Best Pediatric Dentist
Christopher M. Davis, DDS
Name: Davis Pediatric Dentistry
Address: 1422 Main St. Suite 226
Southlake Town Square, Southlake
Owner: Christopher M. Davis, DDS
www.davispediatricdentistry.com
It’s a winning philosophy: create an
experience that makes children unafraid of the dentist while teaching
them to make oral health a priority. Davis Pediatric Dentistry does this with a
kid-friendly office and a staff who
takes great care in managing your children’s smiles.
The waiting room instantly relaxes
anxious children with its video game
area and wide variety of CDs and
DVDs to listen to and watch. They can
even watch movies while their teeth are
being worked on. Parents are encouraged to be with their child during a dental procedure.
Interest in a child’s good dental
health continues outside the office into
the community. Davis Pediatric Dentistry supports local school districts
through financial aid, volunteering and
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Christopher M. Davis, DDS
free dental care to needy children.
Added to this recent Best of the Best,
Dr. Christopher Davis has been named
a Fort Worth “Top Doc” for several
years and Texas Monthly magazine’s
“Super Dentist.”
Best Photographer
Premiere
Photography Studio
Name: Premiere Photography Studio
Address: 88 Village Lane, Ste. 100,
Colleyville in The Village at Colleyville
Owner: Kelle Bryant
www.premierephotographystudio.com
Premiere Photography Studio is a
fine art photography studio specializing in weddings, high school senior
portraits, family and commercial photography. Premiere Photography also
delivers high quality fine portraits and
a creative experience for maternity, babies, children, executives, model portfolios, headshots and corporate events.
In addition, they provide services for
graphic design, company logo design,
ad layout, custom framing, and photorestoration.
The studio was named Colleyville’s
“2007 Business of the Year”by the Colleyville Chamber of Commerce, and
2009 and 2010 “ Best of the Best” Photographer for Southlake, Colleyville
and Grapevine by readers of the South-
PHOTO BY PREMIERE PHOTOGRAPHY
Premiere Photography in Colleyville. Pictured
from left: Owner/Creative Director Kelle Bryant, Lead Photographer Eric Younkin, Graphic
Designer/Photographer Julie Engelmann and
Studio Manager Kathy Watkins (kneeling).
lake Journal, Colleyville Courier and
Grapevine Courier. Staff members
there have been very involved in the
community, supporting organizations
and events such as the Carroll Education Foundation, SNAP, Season’s of
Hope, The Colleyville Woman’s Club,
Shining Stars, Project Graduation and
Digging for Dragons to name a few.
Best Hotel
Best Tex-Mex Restaurant
Hilton Southlake
Town Square
Anamia’s
Tex-Mex
Name: Hilton Southlake Town Square
Address: 1400 Plaza Place, Southlake
Managers: Mike Hutchison, general manager; Renee Vincent, director of sales
www.HiltonSouthlake.com
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Anamia’s Tex-Mex in
Southlake.
Best Financial Planner
Centered in the heart of vibrant
Southlake Town Square, the Hilton
Southlake hotel offers its guests more
than 100 upscale shops, restaurants and
entertainment within walking distance.
The hotel’s stylish sophistication and
contemporary nuances are seen in the
five-story grand structure with 248
spacious rooms showcasing 40 mag-
nificent suites. A rich earth-toned color
scheme and modern furnishings carry
throughout the hotel into its 15,000
square feet of event space and meeting
rooms suitable for a conference, wedding or social event.
Guests can relax at the Terrace Retreat Spa and complimentary Precor®
Fitness Center. For a taste of the Big
Easy’s good cheer, visit. Copeland’s
Famous New Orleans Restaurant and
Bar, with dishes that delight even the
most critical palates.
Hilton Southlake is dedicated to
building relationships with charitable
organizations founded to help individuals and families. The hotel works together with these organizations to offer
services that directly benefit the community.
Michael D. Morrow,
CLU, ChFC
Morrow Financial
Network
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Michael D. Morrow, CLU, ChFC - Morrow Financial
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Hilton Southlake To
Town Square
1400 Plaza Place Southlake, TX 76092
817.442.9900
www.SouthlakeHilton.com
Southlake Town Square
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Hilton Southlake Town
Square
Best Gift Shop
The Magic Pen
and Party
Name: The Magic Pen and Party, Fine
Stationery, Invitations, and Gifts
City: 422 South Main Street, Grapevine
Owner: Mary Whitman
www.magicpenandparty.com
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Solve any confusion over finding the
perfect gift or unique stationery in one
visit to The Magic Pen and Party
(www.magicpenandparty.com).
Patrons enjoy the staff’s personal
touch and return frequently to trade in
the user-friendly store. “Each customer
is like a close friend; they’re family, and
they are treated that way when they
come in the door. The Magic Pen is an
extension of my home,” reports owner
Mary Whitman, “and I want all who
come in to feel welcomed and comfortable.”
Selections range from home, bridal
and baby gifts to personalized paper
products for every occasion and budget. Clientele may also incorporate
their own designs while selecting from
• Preventive Health Care
• Internal Medicine • Surgery • Dental Care
• In-House Laboratory Diagnostics
• Digital Radiology • Geriatric Care
• Ultrasound • Spa Care
Susan R. Read, DVM
Sherry T. Woods, DVM
Gina Pena, DVM
Denise Sims, DVM
www.TaraAnimalHospital.com
817-656-3300
611 Cheek Sparger Rd., Colleyville, TX 76034
Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri.: 8am - 6pm
Wednesday: 8am - 7pm
Saturday: 8am - 12pm
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The Magic Pen and Party in Grapevine. Pictured from left: Nadia Gentry, Tiffany Branum,
Gail Heflin, Owner Mary Whitman, Kayla Vardell and Caroline Holbrook.
varied paper designs to complete their
projects.
Grapevine Chamber of Commerce
and Historic Downtown Grapevine Association are two affiliations maintained by The Magic Pen staff, plus for
the second year they will walk in the
American Cancer Society Relay for
Life in Grapevine. Grace Outreach and
The DFW Center for Autism also capture sponsorship from this community
supportive workforce.
Best Veterinary Clinic/Hospital
Tara Animal Hospital
Name: Tara Animal Hospital
Address: 611 Cheek Sparger Road,
Colleyville
Owner: Dr. Susan Read
www.taraanimalhospital.com
Since 1988, Tara Animal Hospital’s
clientele and staff have increased, so
much so that the clinic is now housed in
a free-standing building and employs
four well-qualified veterinarians, including owner Dr. Susan Read.
All clients, ranging in size from
pocket hamsters and pet rats to dogs as
large as 200-pound English Mastiffs,
receive prompt attention.
“Our staff is experienced in medicine, committed to continue their education, and display extreme love for animals. The hospital is a state-of-the-art
medical facility with top-notch diagnostic and monitoring equipment to
provide the best possible assessment
and treatment for all patients. We love
what we do and enjoy our clients and
their pets,” said Dr. Read.
Community contributions encompass Career Day speeches at middle
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Tara Animal Hospital in Colleyville. Pictured
are back row, from left: Tamara Tschann, Margarita Marmolejo, Renee Berlandier, Susan
Thomas, Debi Katona (holding Mango), Elizabeth Smesny, Melissa Henson, Kristen Maynard and Sherri Woodworth; middle row, from
left: Dr. Denice Sims, Dr. Gina Pena, Dr. Sherry
Woods (holding Scout), Dr. Susan Read and
Jacke Hogan (kneeling); dogs on floor from
left: Winnie, Kevin Arnold, Lucy, Wink, Marty
and Ash.
schools and on-site observation for
high school students as part of Colleyville’s career mentoring program. In
addition, several local animal rescue
groups qualify for discounted services,
and local schools auction free services
and “Veterinarian for a Day” as fund
raisers.
Muller answered the call for service three times
Best Government
Official
Pamela Muller
Southlake
Councilwoman
By Marice Richter
Pamela Muller moved to Southlake
in the early 1980s, at a time when livestock likely outnumbered humans as
residents.
She was drawn by the peacefulness
and simplicity and immediately fell in
love with her new home. Muller had
no burning desire to enter politics or
the public spotlight, but when it became clear that growth was inevitable,
she chose to have a stake in how it
would play out.
Muller, who was recently named
Best Public Official for the second
straight year, is serving on the South-
lake City Council for the third time in
the 27 years she has lived in the city.
“I like to see things through,” she
said. “I’m proud to have had the opportunity to be on the council when so
many important decisions were
made.”
Muller’s first stint on the council
was from 1988-90, when the council
implemented the first master plan and
hired the first city manager. She was
elected again and served from 199598, when decisions were made about
the development of Southlake Town
Square and Bob Jones Park.
Elected for the third time in 2008,
she is now involved with the process
of creating the 2030 master plan and
the development of a major new development on the north side of State
Highway 114.
“Pamela is so dedicated to the city
and the welfare of this community,”
said her long-time friend Kim Clancy.
“She really gives 100 percent of herself.”
Besides her work on the council,
Muller also volunteers with Southlake
Citizens on Patrol and with Fire Rehab, a group that provides food and
other assistance to firefighters as they
battle structure fires. She also volunteers as an aide providing income tax
assistance to elderly and low-income
residents.
“I love Southlake and I’m honored
to have been part of the process of
helping it become the great community it is,” she said.
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Southlake City Councilwoman Pamela Muller
was voted as the Best Government Official for
the second year in a row.
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Best Sandwich Shop
Name: Which Wich?, franchisee of SMART
Restaurant Group
Address: 1516 E. Southlake Blvd,
Southlake
Owners: Mark Flores, T.J. Schier, Todd
Horchner and Albert Houpy
Phone/Website: 817-488-4446 /
www.smartrestaurantgroup.com
Which Wich? Superior Sandwiches in
Southlake thrives on feedback to make
its tasty offerings better. It must be doing
a great job – it has been named the Best
Sandwich Shop for the third time.
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Which Wich? Superior
Sandwiches in Southlake. Pictured from left:
Owners Mark Flores,
T.J. Schier, Albert Houpy
and Todd Horchner.
“The customer can choose from 51 hot
sandwiches with over 40 toppings using
our unique bag ordering system,” said
owner TJ Shier. “Our staff works hard to
make our guests say ‘Wow!’ every time
they visit. We solicit a lot of feedback via
surveys and Twitter to constantly improve our service. Our Southlake customers have no problem telling us how
they feel.”
In Southlake, you’ll find Which Wich?
employees involved in the community
participating in Chamber of Commerce
events and sponsorships, fundraiser
nights, product donations and offering
church discounts and community coupon cards.
Which Wich?
Superior Sandwiches
Experience “The Touch”
We call it “The
Touch”, but it is so
much more than
that. It is a sense of
family, friendship
and coming home
that welcomes you
into each of our
communities.
Providing the Best in Retirement Living
Best Retirement Living Facility
South Colleyvine
Ranch
Name: South Colleyvine Ranch
Address: 2300 Pool Road, Grapevine
www.holidayretirement.com
Being named best retirement community for three years in a row must mean
that you do right by your residents.
South Colleyvine Ranch offers a wide
variety of amenities with their studio,
one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments. Services include the provision of
three nutritious meals daily, a fun and enriching activity calendar, transportation
for appointments and outings, and an innovative travel program.
South Colleyvine Ranch’s philosophy
is embodied in the words “The Holiday
Touch.” Residents truly are part of a family that are treated with the utmost dignity, respect and love by all staff members
each and every day.
South Colleyvine Ranch residents and
management team extend an invitation
to all area residents to come by for a complimentary meal and experience the
“Lifestyle” at “The Ranch.” Come and
see their beautiful community, furnishings, wide halls and beautiful landscaping and you will understand why so many call South Colleyvine Ranch their
home.
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817-421-0220 • fax 817-421-0226
2300 Pool Road • Grapevine, TX 76051
www.southcolleyvineranch.com
South Colleyvine Ranch
in Grapevine. Pictured
from left: Co-Managers
Stephen and Julie Mathis, Executive Chef Ruth
Hayes and Managers
Frank and Sherry Potter.
Best Heat/AC Company
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Berkey’s Plumbing, Heating
and Air Conditioning in
Southlake. Back row, from
left: Anthony Jackson, Dewey Russel, Andre Kaltenrieder and Mike Mennenga; front
row, from left: Jorge Bacellao, Michael Regalado, Marcus Matheson, Nelson Nino
and Miguel Rodriquez.
Berkey’s Plumbing, Heating and A/C
Name: Berkey’s Plumbing, Heating and A/C
Address: 2875 Market Loop, Southlake
Phone/Web site: 817-481-5869 / www.berkeys.com
“Being named Best Heating and Air
Company for the fourth consecutive
year means a lot,” said Gaye Sale, Customer Service Manager at Berkey’s
Plumbing, Heating and A/C.
“It means that we are providing the
best customer service and that keeps us
in business and keeps customers coming back.”
Locally owned and operated for 35
years, a full 75 percent of Berkey’s
business is repeat customers. Their
plumbers are licensed by the state and
their air-conditioning technicians are
certified. All work is warranted and
service agreement customers receive
an extended warranty along with many
other features and benefits.
Beyond being voted Best Heating
and Air Company, Berkey’s believes in
supporting the community. They sponsor many local school activities, such
as being the take-home folder sponsor
for all GCISD elementary schools.
They also participate in Grapefest and
Main Street Days and are a member of
the Southlake and Grapevine Chambers of Commerce.
Best Place to Work
Covenant Christian
Academy
Best Private School
greed and certified teachers, many
with advanced degrees, it takes more
than outstanding teachers to earn a
Best Place to Work award – for the second year in a row.
Name: Covenant Christian Academy
“The faculty and staff are more than
a team; we are a family,” said Sherie
Colleyville
Buckingham, administrative assistant
School Officials: Keith J. Castello, head masto the grammar school head. “Teachers
ter; William Anderson, chancellor; school
and staff at CCA are not only trained
heads: Justice Kerr, rhetoric school; Diane
and educated for their positions, but
Stephenson, logic school; Anne Smith,
grammar school; Myrandi Ballesteros, prethey are called by God to encourage
grammar school; Dr. Kevin Culberson, acaand love children. Personally, I am modemic dean
tivated by the enthusiasm and excitePhone/Web site: 817-577-3378 /
ment from teachers and administration
www.covenantchristian.net
every day. I am surrounded by people
who love their jobs. This great attitude
While Covenant Christian Academy is contagious.”
(CCA) boasts a full complement of de-
Covenant Christian
Academy
Private School for the fourth year in a
row is not surprising.
The school’s mission is to provide a
biblically-based, classical, college preparatory education that inspires a pasName: Covenant Christian Academy
sion for excellence, a heart of grace and
the character of Christ. The educationColleyville
al approach is distinctively Christian,
School Officials: Keith J. Castello, head masclassical and interdisciplinary, based
ter; William Anderson, chancellor; school
upon the great works of western civiliheads: Justice Kerr, rhetoric school; Diane
zation. Students pursue the discipline
Stephenson, logic school; Anne Smith,
grammar school; Myrandi Ballesteros, preof critical thinking and are encouraged
grammar school; Dr. Kevin Culberson, acato develop a lifelong love of learning.
demic dean
Students participate in community
service
projects, such as GRACE in
Grapevine. The school’s annual auction benefits local charities, such as the
Covenant Christian Academy is Miracle League DFW and the Perfect
based on excellence, so earning Best Ten Foundation.
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Covenant Christian Academy in Colleyville was awarded Best
Place to Work for the second year in a row, as well as Best Private
School for the fourth year in a row. Pictured are back row, from
left: Trent Jackson, Head Master Keith Castello and Rhetoric
School Head Justice Kerr; middle row, from left: Logic School
Head Diane Stephenson, Katherine Meadows, Pre-Grammar
School Head Myrandi Ballesteros and Grammar School Head
Anne Smith; front row, from left: Myles LeCroy and Diego Fernandez.
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New Building Opening 2010
To Become…
• Great Leaders— Children
must have inspiring
model teachers
• Visionaries— Children
must be great thinkers
• What God Desires— Children
must have a strong Christian worldview
• 4 Years Voted Best
Private School
Teacher
Coach
Place to Work
Covenant Christian Academy
901 Cheek Sparger | Colleyville, Texas
Covenant Christian Academy does not discriminate on the grounds
of race, color, national or ethnic origin, in the administration of its
educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship programs,
and athletic or other school administered programs.
Admissions Open House
Tuesday, April 6 at 7:00 P.M.
Grades: Pre-K 3-Year-olds through Grade 12
Call Today 817-281-4333x1
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Best Real Estate Agent
Best Dry Cleaner
Donna Grupp Prudential Texas
Properties/
Southlake
Twin Kell Cleaners
Name: Twin Kell Cleaners
Address:4902 Colleyville Blvd., Suite 100,
Colleyville
Owners: Kent and Kevin Kell
www.twinkellcleaners.com
Name: Donna Grupp - Prudential Texas
Properties/Southlake
Address:150 N. Nolen Dr., Southlake
http://DonnaGrupp.prutexas.com
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Real estate agent Donna Grupp will
tell you she has the best job because her
job allows her to meet new friends. “I
tend to make customers for life,”
Grupp said. “I’m very fortunate to
meet a lot of interesting people and
they let me into their lives, and also,
they come into my life.”
This is the fourth time in the past six
years that Grupp has been named best
realtor. In addition to this award, Grupp
has also earned several sales and volume awards over her 18 years as a realtor in this area. A longtime community
supporter, Grupp has also sponsored
area little league teams and does volunteer work with Grapevine Relief and
For the Kell family there is no other
business than dry cleaning. Kent and
Kevin Kell’s grandfather established
the first Kell Cleaners in 1932, a business synonymous with quality and full
service throughout the Fort Worth area.
Opened in 1994, Twin Kell Cleaners
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Donna Grupp - Prudential Texas Properties/
Southlake
Community Exchange (GRACE).
The realtor profession is a very competitive one. But what it takes to be successful might just be, according to
Grupp, as simple as the golden rule. “I
truly care about my clients and treat
them like I would want to be treated.”
Thank You
for Voting
Donna Grupp
2010 Best of the Best
Real Estate Agent
Texas Properties/Southlake
150 N. Nolen
817-975-4472
has earned the Award of Excellence for
quality garment cleaning and customer
service given by the Clothing Care
Council. Kevin is also a certified Garment Care Professional earning three
professional certificates: Certified Environmental Drycleaners, Certified
Professional Drycleaners and Certified Professional Wetcleaner. Twin
Kell Cleaners is the first triple-certified, Award of Excellence Dry Cleaner
in Texas and one of 20 in the U.S.
In the community, Twin Kell Cleaners participates in an industry-sponsored project collecting and cleaning
coats for the needy as well as Chamber
of Commerce and community events.
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Twin Kell Cleaners in Colleyville. Pictured from left:
Kent Kell, Lizette Alvarado,
Tammi Dickson, Ofelia Melendez, Mark Rasmusson,
Maria Reyes, Velma Alvarado, Antonia Perez, Kevin
Kell and Thomas Kell III
(kneeling).
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Best Happy Hour
BEST OF THE BEST
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HAPPY HOUR
Gloria’s Restaurant in
Colleyville.
Gloria’s Restaurant
Name: Gloria’s Restaurant
Address: 5611 Colleyville Blvd., Suite 300,
Colleyville
Owner: Jose Fuentes
www.gloriasrestaurants.com
Customers seeking a change from
Tex-Mex cuisine will enjoy ordering at
Gloria’s, a Salvadoran/Mexican food
establishment.
Jose Fuentes explains, “The Salvadoran food is a bit different from Mexican and Tex-Mex food because we use
black beans a lot. Also, fried plantain,
yucca, and tamales are way different
since ours are wrapped in banana
leaves and are therefore more tender.
Our pupusas are like Mexican tacos in
popularity.”
In addition to great food, the Colleyville location of Gloria’s offers Havana
Nights each Friday and Saturday,
spiced to perfection by the Cuban Orquesta Caribbean Band, from 11:00
p.m. to 2:00 a.m. Reservations must be
made at the specific location, and dress
code is “nice casual” (check the Web
site for specifics).
Recent awards for Gloria’s include
Best Margarita in the Dallas Observer,
and D Magazine’s Best Latin Restaurant as well as Best Flan.
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Best Movie Theater
LIVE SALSA BAND!
BAR OPEN UNTIL 2:00 AM
SUNDAY TO THURSDAY
ALL DAY $3.00!
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HOUSE MARGARITAS
SANGRIA & MOJITOS
Harkins SOUTHLAKE TOWN
SQUARE 14 in Southlake.
Best Gym/Fitness Center
LifeTime
Fitness
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5611 Colleyville Blvd. #300
817.656.1784
817.656.2226
Sunday to Thursday
11:00am - 10:00pm
Friday & Saturday
kitchen open 11am - 11pm
LifeTime Fitness in
Colleyville.
W W W. G L O R I A S R E S TA U R A N T S . C O M
Harkins
SOUTHLAKE
TOWN
SQUARE 14
FRIDAY’S & SATURDAY’S
Best Daycare
Crème de la Crème
Name: Crème de la Crème
Address: 6805 Colleyville Blvd, Colleyville
Executive Director: Elaine Gathy
Phone/Email: 817-416-3683 /
[email protected]
When summer camp is about maximizing
your child’s potential, only Crème® walks the walk.
Summer day camp should be fun. Really fun!
At Crème de la Crème® it is. But it’s also
a lot more!
In summer and every day of the year, we take
the best of the best in early childhood education
philosophies and unbridle their true potential! With
a spectacular, educationally-engineered facility.
And a stimulating, rotation-based curriculum you
can’t find in a typical single-room school.
Summer camp at Crème de la Crème is a
fun-filled learning adventure that includes field
Crème de la Crème children on the move! Our
trips, games, crafts and all the indoor and outside spectacular facility and rotation-based curriculum
prepare them best for life-long learning.
activities children love.
Moreover, CrèmeCamptm includes our
hallmark enrichment classroom rotations
that engage your child across intellectual,
emotional, physical and social levels of
development.
Whether your child is at CrèmeCamptm
for a week, a month, or all summer long,
our goal is the same. To build self assurance,
develop social poise, and grow a strong,
healthy appetite for learning.
Others talk the talk. Only Crème walks
the walk.tm
CrèmeCamptm Summer Fun in Colleyville!
Enrolling Infants Toddlers Preschoolers Kindergarteners
Before & After School Programs Summer Camp to Age 12
Walk the Walk. Take the Tour!
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Tour the stunning Crème de la Crème Early Learning Center of Excellence in Colleyville, TX! Summer fun at Crème includes play in our exclusive
Catchacremer Creektm water park, mini tennis and basketball courts, a soccer field and more. Summer camp openings go fast, so enroll today!
Call today for summer camp enrollment information (817) 416-3683
Crème de la Crème®
Early Learning Centers of Excellence®
6805 Colleyville Blvd., Colleyville, TX
www.cremedelacreme.com
Fashions • Accessories • Jewelry • Gifts
What has made Crème de la Crème
the best for the third time since 2007?
“Crème de la Crème takes the best of
the best in early childhood philosophies and unbridles our kids’ true potential,” said Elaine Gathy, Executive
Director. “With a spectacular, educationally-engineered facility and a stimulating curriculum that steps up learning in a variety of enrichment rooms
throughout the day, our staff provides a
fun-filled learning experience that balances each child’s intellectual, physical, social, creative and emotional
needs.”
Since opening in September 2000,
Crème de la Crème has provided childcare of the highest quality, stressing a
safe, secure environment, a nurturing,
professional staff and the finest educational experiences.
“We believe that a child’s day must
Name: ooh la la!
Address: 408 S. Main St., Historic Downtown
Grapevine
Owner: Sylvia Helton
www.oohlalatx.com
817.329.8686
Shoppers of classic and fashion-forward clothing alike are singing the
praises of ooh la la!
For the third year in a row, they’ve
named the store the Best Clothing boutique. Customer satisfaction is the
number-one priority and knowledgeable style managers assist in creating
that complete look. ooh la la! has a
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Thank you
for naming us
Best Boutique!
www.oohlalatx.com
include personal attention, gentle guidance and developmentally appropriate
activities including reading, math, science, art, music computer, creative
movement and problem-solving challenges,” Gathy said. Crème de la
Crème was recently awarded accreditation with the Southern Association of
Colleges and Schools, Council on Accreditation and School Improvement
(SACS CASI) by the AdvancED Accreditation Commission.
Best Clothing Boutique
ooh la la!
408 South Main Street
Historic Downtown Grapevine
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Crème de la Crème in Colleyville. From left: Directors Elaine Gathy, Melissa Darnell-Gauger,
Jeanette Stormes and Shelby Myers.
Ooh la la! in Grapevine. Pictured
from left: Shade’ Harper, Megan
Tittle, Michelle Johnston, Owner Sylvia Helton (center), Elizabeth Bateman, Mickey Fisher
and Chrissy Fata.
unique and exclusive selection of
clothing, accessories, jewelry and gifts.
Customer satisfaction doesn’t end
with a good store experience. Customers are informed on the latest looks and
trends, new store merchandise and
store events with monthly newsletters
and e-mails.
The store and its fashions are regularly featured in local newspaper, radio
and TV programs. It also sponsors and
participates in fashion shows and other
events to benefit local clubs and charities. ohh la la! has sponsored food and
clothing drives to benefit GRACE.
During Breast Cancer Awareness
month in October, it has hosted events
to raise money for the Susan G. Komen
for the Cure.
Best Photographer
BEST CLOTHING
BOUTIQUE!
Fun and Fashionable
Clothing & Accessories
Come see what everyone is
talking about!
www.feragne.com
Robert L True, MD, FACOG, FAACS
Cosmetic Surgery & Gynecology
Bellissimo
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Italian Restaurant & Pizza
VOTED Best of the Best
RUNNERS UP in Italian Cuisine!
5309 Colleyville Blvd., Colleyville, TX 76034
(817) 427-8080 or (817) 427-8218
Hours: Sun. – Thurs. 11 am to 10 pm
Fri. – Sat. 11 am to 10:30 pm • Closed Mondays
BYOB • Catering Available
5203 Heritage Ave.
817-399-TRUE (8783)
Visit our sister store “Café 26” for American Cuisine
right down the street at 5150 Colleyville Blvd.
www.truemd.com
The Village of Colleyville
55 Main Street, Ste. 110, Colleyville, TX • 817-503-9753
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(817) 416-8989
1701 John McCain Road
1/4 mile off Hwy. 26 in Colleyville
Since 1987, Claffey Pools has been helping its clients to realize backyard dreams.
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It is one of the biggest investments that your family will be making in your life time. Claffey
is a two-time winner of the Better Business Bureau Ethics Award, and the
Best of Best Pool Company 4 years running in Grapevine, Colleyville and Southlake.
Claffey Pools is a one-stop shop; we can build any project from a New Pool; Renovation; or
Outdoor Kitchen. Our team stands ready to help you create the Backyard of your Dreams!
1625 Brumlow Ave., Southlake, TX 76092
Office Hours: Monday – Friday: 8:00AM – 5:00PM
Saturday 8:00AM – 3:00PM • Closed Sunday
Phone : 817-488-5795
Metro : 817-329-2724
Fax
: 817-421-2670
Retail : 817-416-0064
2251 Fort Worth Highway, Weatherford, TX 76087
Office Hours: Monday – Friday 8:30AM – 5:30PM
Saturday 9:00AM – 3:00PM • Closed Sunday
Phone : 817-599-3066
Metro : 817-596-7665
Fax
: 817-341-2883
Retail : 817-596-7665

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