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Committed to Closure NEWSMAKERS OF THE YEAR C O U R T E SY O F S M U P U B L I C A F FA I R S P H O T O G R A P H Y
How SMU police kept faith, found
fallen officer By William Taylor
People Newspapers A cadaver dog named Faith confirmed Sgt. Keith McCain’s belief about where the body of his friend and fellow SMU police officer Mark McCullers just had to be. Hundreds of police officers, firefighters, divers, kayakers, pilots, and others had searched on and beneath the water and along the banks – everywhere except for a more-than-mile-long drainage tunnel emptying into the Trinity River, he said. But seven weeks after July 5 floodwaters swept McCullers and his white Dodge Charger into Turtle Creek at the Fitzhugh Avenue bridge, conditions still hadn’t allowed an adequate search of that tunnel. “Divers can’t get in, because it’s too dangerous,” SMU Chief of Police Richard Shafer said. Still, Shafer, McCain, and others in their department held out hope that conditions would change and opportunities for ex-
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SMU police officers, front from left, Juan Vasquez, Bruce Richardson, and Sgt. Keith McCain; and back from left, Scott White, Peter Santi, and Keith Wilson, serve as pallbearers for Mark McCullers, an officer who drowned after being swept away in a July 5 flashflood.
ploring the tunnel would emerge. “In police work, you want to cover all your bases,” said McCain, whose nearly 28 years in law enforcement included serving as McCullers’ supervisor. “You want to make sure you’ve searched everything.” McCain found McCullers’ remains on Aug. 24 in a new pile of debris near Oak Lawn Avenue and East Levee Street. The sergeant had not gone there to search, but rather to check conditions near the often submerged tunnel outlet. The discovery brought a measure of closure to the SMU Police Department and to the McCullers family, and demonstrated what can happen when those often described as “first responders” keep on responding. The determination and perseverance of SMU police officers
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“ IT ’ S JUST SUC H A BA D F EE L ING W H E N YO U CA N’ T F IND YO UR LOV E D O NE . W E TO L D H E R W E WO N’ T Q UIT UNT IL W E F IND H IM.” SMU CHI E F OF POLI CE RI CHARD SHAFE R merited their salute as People Newspapers’ 2016 newsmakers of the year. They were selected for their collective dedication and efforts and also as representatives
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of the hundreds of volunteers and public safety personnel who participated in the massive search. McCain describes the riverbank where he found the remains as a surreally separate and natural place where he could view the Dallas skyline but not see or hear any roadways. “You’re in the middle of Dallas, but it is totally quiet,” he said. McCain was alone when he found the body, but estimates search efforts involved more than a thousand people. The SMU Police Department has 32 officers, six dispatchers, and an administrative assistant. “Everybody in the department at some time was out there – on duty or off duty – trying to find him,” Shafer said.
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Looking Ahead to Thinking Back This month, we honor the SMU Police Department as Newsmakers of the Year for their tireless efforts to find one of their fallen brothers. In a year when police behavior was a constant source of debate, we are proud to recognize one instance in which their actions are beyond reproach. We know there are many more. Choosing a newsmaker of the year has led to much reminiscing on the year that has passed. Thoughts turned to the stories and people that affected us most. Of course, reflection on 2016 inevitably leads to the presidential election. Back in September, I was walking down a sidewalk in downtown Dallas when a chopper motorcycle came racing up the street. The rider had long flowing hair, a tattered tank top, and the Marshall Tucker Band blaring from his speakers. Can’t you see, can’t you see, what that woman, she been doin’ to me. I thought I’d stepped into a time warp, an extra from the set of Easy Rider appearing out of nowhere. The older man glanced my way, turned the corner, and rode back in time, I can only assume. Was he longing for the past or did he never leave? How do the events of this year compare to the other turbulent times he must have seen? Only time will tell how 2016 has changed us. I can’t help but ponder how I will remember this year when I’ve traveled as many miles as the guy on the chopper.
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Crime Report: Nov. 21 – Dec. 11 H I G H L A N D PA R K Nov. 21 At 11:20 a.m., a runner was bitten by a white dog on a leash in the 4600 block of Beverly Drive. Nov. 25 Between 12 p.m. Nov. 21 and 1:15 p.m. Nov. 25, a shoplifter stole two black semi-automatic 9mm pistols with ebony handles, valued at $43,995 and $44,500, from Beretta in Highland Park Village. Nov. 27 Between 8 p.m. Nov. 26 and 2 p.m. Nov. 27, a burglar broke into a black 2012 GMC Yukon in the 4300 block of Arcady Avenue and stole a machete, a straight blade knife, a wood and silver “National Jamboree” Boy Scout pocket knife, pepper spray, Ray Ban sunglasses, a white iPhone 5s, and an Apple charging cord with a cigarette lighter adapter. Between 5 p.m. Nov. 25 and 1 p.m. Nov. 27, a $70 Polaris pool sweep filter bag was stolen from the backyard of a house in the 3900 block of Miramar Avenue. At 8:49 p.m., Jordan Collie Sherman, 26, of Azle, was arrested in the 4100 block of Mockingbird Lane on a charge of possession of marijuana. Nov. 28 At 9:24 a.m., a victim reported three packages stolen containing a $1,299 pair of brown Neiman Marcus boots and $30 of Chicago Cubs memorabilia from the front porch of a house in the 4400 block of Rheims Place sometime between 11 a.m. Nov. 23 and noon Nov. 27.
water line nearby and they needed to test the faucets in the house to see if there was green dye in the water. They stole $31,300 of jewelry, including three diamond rings, two custom ring bands, and a pair of diamond stud earrings. Dec. 2 Between 10 a.m. and 12 p.m., a thief entered a green Mercedes-Benz G550 in the parking lot of Highland Park Village and stole $60 cash. At 9:38 p.m., police responded to a noise complaint in the 3800 block of Beverly Drive and detained several minors fleeing a house party. One was issued a $271 citation for minor in consumption of alcohol. After 10:20 p.m., a thief entered a house in the 3500 block of Cornell Avenue and stole two purses containing a credit card, a U.S. passport, and the keys to a black 2010 Audi. The thief then stole the car. Dec. 3 Between 8:45 p.m. Dec. 2 and 9:25 a.m. Dec. 3, a thief entered a house in the 3800 block of Maplewood Avenue and a blue Lexus and a silver Lexus parked in the garage and stole stock certificates and financial information. Dec. 6 At 10:39 a.m., a victim reported two firearms, a 9mm revolver and a 1911 Colt 45 both valued at $1,000, stolen sometime between June 1 and Nov. 15 from a house in the 3800 block of Potomac Avenue.
Dec. 1 At 2:38 a.m., David Lee Barron, 43, of Richardson, was arrested in the 4900 block of Preston Road on a charge of driving while intoxicated. Two minutes later, Erwin Gatchalian Montoya, 41, of Dallas, was arrested on a charge of public intoxication.
Dec. 7 At 2:41 p.m., Servall Contractor Services reported a $5,000 dumpster stolen from the 3500 block of Beverly Drive almost a year previously, in January 2016.
At 2:52 p.m., several thieves pretending to be construction workers gained entry to a house in the 3800 block of Mockingbird Lane saying there was a busted
Dec. 9 After 11:15 p.m., a thief stole a $10,500 navy 2007 Lexus ES350 in the 4300 block of Westway Avenue.
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U N I V E R S I T Y PA R K Nov. 29 At 3:47 p.m., a driver in a black 2010 Chevrolet Camaro was cited for possession of drug paraphernalia in the 7800 block of Preston Road. Nov. 30 Between 10 a.m. Nov. 28 and 2:30 p.m. Nov. 30, a thief stole a $1,500 third row seat from a white 2011 GMC Yukon in the 4400 block of Bryn Mawr Drive. Between 9 p.m. Nov. 29 and noon Nov. 30, a thief stole a $900 Smith & Wesson and $4,000 Swarovski binoculars from a silver 2013 GMC Denali in the 3800 block of Colgate Avenue.
Between 7 p.m. Dec. 9 and 9 a.m. Dec. 10, a thief stole a four foot tall illuminated inflatable Santa Claus from the front yard of a house in the 4400 block of Fairfax Avenue.
$130,230 The amount shoplifted from stores in Highland Park Village over one month, from Nov. 11 through Dec. 11.
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At 11:52 p.m., Nancy Moramay Parrish, 22, of Dallas, was arrested in the 4200 block of Lovers Lane on a charge of driving while intoxicated. Dec. 1 Between 8 a.m. Nov. 30 and noon Dec. 1, a victim received a letter containing a terroristic threat in the 2900 block of Milton Avenue. Dec. 2 At 2:30 a.m., Kyle J. Heeke, 31, of Kearny, was arrested in the 4400 block of Lovers Lane on a charge of possession of a dangerous drug. Between 8 a.m. Nov. 1 and 10 a.m. Dec. 2, a thief stole a $230 ladder from a garage in the 4300 block of Glenwick Lane. Dec. 3 At 11:33 p.m., a minor was caught driving under the influence of alcohol in the 3000 block of Stanford Lane. Dec. 7 At 8:01 a.m., a victim reported that a wedding ring, a pair of platinum rings valued at $11,910, was stolen between 10 p.m. Nov. 30 and 7 p.m. Dec. 1 from a house in the 6300 block of Westchester Drive. At 10:27 a.m., a thief stole a $1,500 power hand tool from a white 2004 Ford E250 in the 3300 block of Amherst Street.
At 3:13 p.m., two shoplifters stole $569 of merchandise from Barbeques Galore in the 4300 block of Lovers Lane. After midnight, a burglar broke into a white 2011 Chevrolet Suburban in the 3900 block of Amherst Street. Dec. 8 Between 10 p.m. Dec. 7 and 10 a.m. Dec. 8, a thief stole $650 of property from a brown 2011 Buick Enclave in the 3200 block of Bryn Mawr Drive. Dec. 9 At 12:39 a.m., a victim reported a prowler outside a house in the 4200 block of Normandy Avenue. Gideon Paul Harder, 29, of Dallas, was arrested on a charge of criminal trespass. He said he was the victim’s boyfriend. The victim said he was not. The next night, the same victim reported receiving frequent, harassing text messages. At 5:50 p.m., a burglar broke into a white 2004 Ford Ranger in the parking lot of Preston Center and stole blank checks. Dec. 10 At 1:57 a.m., officers responded to a welfare concern of child negligence at the Chevron gas station in Preston Center. Between 3:30 p.m. Dec. 9 and 8 a.m. Dec. 10, a burglar broke into a black 2012 GMC Yukon in the 3600 block of Purdue Street and stole the third row seats, valued at $3,300. At 4:32 p.m., burglars stole $8,563.97 of property, including two laptops, four iPads, four XBOXes, a cell phone, jewelry, clothing, cash, and an American Express credit card from a house in the 2700 block of Westminster Avenue. Two minors were taken into custody. Dec. 11 At 3:40 a.m., Andrew Hutchinson Collins, 20, of Dallas, was arrested on a charge of public intoxication in the 3400 block of Stanford Avenue.
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LONCAR REMEMBERED FOR STRONG ARM, BIG HEART By Joshua Baethge
People Newspapers Many saw Brian Loncar as an amusing character from local television commercials, the brash trial lawyer who implored viewers to “call in the strong arm.” But those who knew the Highland Park resident personally saw a generous soul who loved life and would do anything for his family and friends. “He loved people and genuinely wanted to help those that he could,” Loncar’s close friend Dr. Alex Black said. Loncar died Dec. 4, one week after his youngest daughter, 16-year-old Grace, took her own life. Black said he had never seen a more grief-stricken man. Nevertheless, less than a week later, Loncar had turned his attention to establishing a foundation in his daughter’s memory that
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would award a scholarship to Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing Arts, the school Grace loved. “I was with him the afternoon before he died, and he seemed really positive and was looking forward,” Black said.
During his Dec. 9 funeral, Loncar’s sister Jillian Brade described her brother as a “force of nature” who “drove head-first into anything.” Brade recalled the day Loncar met his wife, Sue. He called his sister, and told her he’d met the “most beautiful girl in the world.” He canceled his scheduled meetings so that he could spend the afternoon talking to Sue. The conversation lasted for hours. The Loncars were married for 23 years and had two daughters together. They also had a combined four children from previous marriages, creating a dynamic that several friends compared to The Brady Bunch. John McShan knew Loncar for 25 years. He said that Loncar had a “heart as big as Texas.” “He had the image of the strong arm and all that but the overarching thing about Brian was kindness.”
Black recalled how people were usually surprised when they met him. “He wasn’t this loud guy that they thought he would be. He was smart, thoughtful, and always nice to everyone he met.” Black said Loncar would do anything for his friends: fly across the world to spend time with them; pick up the tab when nobody was looking. His generosity extended to those who helped him as well. He was almost legendary for the large tips he left golf caddies, waiters, and valets. Loncar was extremely open about his battles with alcoholism and depression. In his memory,
Sue established the Grace and Brian Loncar Foundation to help other families dealing with teenage depression. “We are determined to make something good come from our devastating circumstance,” she said in a statement released Dec. 8. Black said he still can’t believe the Loncar family has had to endure these two tragedies in such a short time frame. Still, he’s hopeful that they will be able to overcome these trying times. “It’s really tough for them right now,” he said. “But Sue is strong and I know they will get through it.”
M O R E D E TA I L S In honor of Grace and Brian Loncar, the family has established a foundation to help others facing teenage depression. For more information, visit graceandbrianloncarfoundation.mydagsite.com
New UP Elementary to Feature More Green Space, Less Sprawl By Annie Wiles
People Newspapers Highland Park ISD officials have learned to tread carefully with construction plans. The district’s new UP Elementary plans show a design approach rooted in the school’s traditional aesthetic — blonde brick, original stonework, if structurally viable — but updated to accommodate a more modern learning approach and the demands of the district’s ever-growing student body. “You’re going to see really interesting and innovative educational things happening across the district,” design and construction committee member and Highland Park dad Michael Malone said. The school’s capacity will increase 15 percent, allowing space for 770 students once the district is reorganized into five sectors. HPISD and Stantec, the architecture firm heading up the rebuild, will present their plans to the University Park planning and zoning committee Jan. 10 after months of negotiations with neighbors, the district’s own design committee, and the school’s Legacy Committee. “The students are going to have a great school, that’s not the question. But it will be improved for the community too,” Jonathan Aldis, the lead architect at Stantec, said. Aldis reported at a November board meeting, prior to finalizing plans, that the school’s outdoor playfield area will increase by 35 percent. This effect, which will soften the building’s 100,917-square-foot presence on the
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block, is made possible by the compact interior design of the campus. Eliminating the wings and expansions that were patched onto the campus over the years will create more yard space, allowing the district to consider options such as better landscaping, an outdoor dining space on Amherst, and outdoor learning areas. The extra green space also frees up room to build in the future, which is beneficial to HPISD since the district’s school-age population continues to grow, while its geographic footprint is landlocked.
“That alone has driven so much of the planning of this particular school,” Malone said. “We’re not going to be able to come up with more land for these schools.” The green space, while potentially being kept as extra building space in the district’s back pocket, is designed to be both useful for the students and palatable for the neighbors. Aldis said designers will try to keep as many mature trees as possible, but most of the landscaping will be new. Another green factor: the roof of the building will allow for solar panels to be in-
stalled in the future. Onsite parking will remain on Lovers Lane. Six spaces will be lost to provide entry to an underground parking garage, which will accommodate staff parking needs. The updated classrooms, arranged in five grade-level pods with another pod for special education and courses, will be larger and feature flex learning spaces. Each kindergarten classroom is fitted with a single-student bathroom. Faculty will also get their own bathrooms. Art and music classrooms are accessible to the main hallway, with art students on the ground floor where they can easily take classes outside. Open spaces and traffic flow create a synergistic campus feel. But the keys to getting approval will be the size and setback of the building, as well as its general aesthetic. As of press time, max height is set at 48 feet on the far east side of the building. The building is as low as 18 feet in other places. The setbacks are 21 feet 4 inches (north), 53 feet (east), 37 feet (south), and 50 feet 9 inches (south gym). At the November meeting, Aldis presented both a redbrick façade and the traditional blonde brick, which Malone said was met with overwhelming favor by consultants. The latter will be presented to UP when the district seeks zoning approval. Malone said he’s been impressed with district’s efforts “to make sure that everybody will get their voices heard.” The district hopes to begin the bidding process in early May so they can break ground in early June.
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New Y CEO Likes to Play Undercover Boss “IF WE CAN TAKE THESE KIDS AND GIVE THEM THE OPPORTUNITY AND SHOW THEM [THEIR] POTENTIAL...THEY’VE GOT A CHANCE TO SUCCEED.”
By Maria Adolphs
Special Contributor Curt Hazelbaker likes to get his exercise at all of his area YMCAs and enjoys it when no one recognizes him. Such visits let him see firsthand what his locations are doing well, and where they can improve. That attention to detail has brought him up the YMCA ranks, first in Dallas and later in North Carolina. Hazelbaker recently returned to Texas to become president and CEO of YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas, effective Jan. 16. “People still think we are just a place to swim, and a place to work out,” Hazelbaker said, noting the Y also offers social opportunities, educational services, and wellness programs such as diabetes prevention and Livestrong for cancer survivors. He considers communal activities, such as seniors having coffee together after morning workouts or making new friends on the treadmill, one of the Y’s most important services. During his Y career, Hazelbaker has held almost every position, from summer camp counselor, afterschool counselor, and camp director to stints in the fitness center as a sports referee and painting the lines on ath-
CURT HA ZE LBAKE R Curt Hazelbaker starts Jan. 16. C O U RT E SY Y M CA O F M E T RO P O L I TA N DA LL A S
letic fields. As a camp counselor at Town North YMCA on Lake Lewisville when he was 19, Hazelbaker led a new group of 6-year-old boys each week. “A lot of these kids had never been out of the city,” Hazelbaker said. “Seeing their faces when [they] felt the mud between their toes, shooting BB guns, taking them out on the sailboat — just seeing those kids’ faces, who never had those opportunities, to experience that with them is what really sold me on the Y.” Hazelbaker went on to become teen director, working with middle and high
school students. He served as executive director of the Garland Y for three years before becoming the executive director and vice president of operations at Coppell. In 2003, Hazelbaker moved to North Carolina, where he held several roles within the YMCA of Northwest North Carolina, most recently as president and CEO, and was described by a colleague as “one of the strongest Y leaders in the nation.” Norm Potter, the location’s chief volunteer officer, praised Hazelbaker’s focus, innovation, and contributions to the Y’s fiscal strength and growth. “The impact of Curt’s leadership will be felt for years to come,” Potter said. In Dallas, Hazelbaker will manage the annual giving campaign, raising funds to
ensure that no one is turned away due to inability to pay, and look for opportunities to expand services. He hopes to start Summer Learning Academies, a program offered in North Carolina. The five-week summer education camp is geared toward keeping students in kindergarten through third grade up to speed in school. Many children from Title I schools fall behind during the summer, but Summer Learning Academies, focusing on reading and math, have kept on average 78-82 percent of their students at grade level, with some even progressing beyond, Hazelbaker said. “If we can take these kids and give them the opportunity and show them [their] potential...they’ve got a chance to succeed,” Hazelbaker said. “I think it’s a great role the Y should take.” When not working, he enjoys spending time with his wife of 28 years, Melody, and daughters, Maddie, 22, and Caroline, 19. He also enjoys woodworking, fabricating furniture, and repurposing old doors and windows into something new. Hazelbaker said one of the most rewarding aspects of the hobby, much like his new role with the YMCA, is to “envision what it could become.”
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YOUNG DJ KEEPS ‘KILLING IT’
Event planner awed by 10-year-old’s style By Joshua Baethge
People Newspapers Brian Roberts was taking in the boulevard tailgating scene before an SMU football game when he noticed a group of mostly girls staring at something. “I was watching these people’s reaction and couldn’t tell what they were looking at,” he said. “Then I see this kid DJ up there, and he was killing it.” The boy stopping the crowd was 10-year-old DJ Vex, also known as Episcopal School of Dallas fifth-grader Colin Koch. “[DJing is] just fun in general, but it’s also really different for someone my age,” Colin said. Colin loves EDM music, particularly the dubstep, house, and trap subgenres. His favorite artists include Martin Garrix, Getter, and Skrillex. Collin’s age prevents him from going to many of the venues where these styles are played, so he seeks out new music and inspiration on YouTube. “It’s almost like he has an alter ego when he is performing,” said his mother Leigh. “He works for hours in his home studio and gets so serious and into it. Colin first expressed interest in becoming a DJ about a year and a half ago, Leigh said. She’d used the Shazam app in spin class to identify a Skrillex song. Collin listened to it several times. Then he downloaded a DJ iPad app and start-
DJ Vex, aka ESD fifth-grader Colin Koch. C O U R T E SY L E I G H KO C H
ed trying to mix it. Not long afterward, he asked his mom if he could take DJ lessons. “I was like, ‘Uh oh, I don’t know where to go for that,’” Leigh said. As fate would have it, Leigh ran into Julio Rivera, aka DJ S.O.U.L.jah, at a local charity event. Rivera was in the process of starting his own DJ school and was willing to give Colin a shot. He would soon become Colin’s professional mentor. “It’s different being in front of an audience versus having a computer in front of you,” Rivera said. Most of his students are not there to pursue a hobby, Rivera said. They are people whose lives revolve around music and DJing. Rivera sees that passion in Colin, and notes that one of Colin’s biggest challenges was learning to work through mistakes without getting too frustrated. “Being perfect is what we strive for, but don’t kill yourself trying to do it,” Rivera says. Rivera also helped Colin develop his own style. He said when Colin began, he would often mimic Martin Garrix. “When you are that age, your brain is set on certain things,” Rivera said. “I told him, ‘You aren’t Martin Garrix. You need to be yourself.’ I believe I helped him grow a little.” By summer, Colin had progressed enough to graduate. He performed at a Disco Kids event in the It’ll Do Club
on Elm Street. The following month, he performed at Peace Day NTX at Klyde Warren Park. “He smashed it there,” Rivera said. Colin has performed twice on the boulevard and at his school homecoming pep rally. In November, Colin joined Rivera at the Miracle on McKinnon charity fundraiser for the Children’s Medical Foundation. Rivers said it was his best performance yet. The event was put on by REG Presents, a company founded by Brian Roberts, the guy who saw him on the boulevard a couple of months before. “He absolutely killed it,” Roberts said. “I’m still getting texts from people asking about him.” Roberts also marveled at Colin’s professionalism, noting that he worked through a momentary power problem without the crowd even noticing it. Roberts said his favorite part of the evening might have been meeting Colin’s “tour managers,” better known as his grandparents. “I’ve produced events for a long time, and I’ve never seen anything like him,” Roberts said. “His parents and family really rally around him and are truly supportive.” Colin plans to pursue his DJ dreams as far as he can. He said he might try to learn about the producing side of music at some point. He continues to train with Rivera, and hopes to work more gigs in 2017.
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HPHS Introduces Fall French Contest Student organizer enjoys behind-the-scenes role By Lisa Ferguson
Special Contributor While other teens likely spent their summer vacations playing video games or hanging out at the swimming pool, 16-year-old Slade Sinak did something decidedly different. He worked out myriad details and logistics for a French-language competition he devised earlier this year. Following months of prep work, the inaugural competition was held Nov. 5 at Highland Park High School where Sinak, a junior, studies Level 4 Advanced Placement French and serves as vice president of the French Club. Nearly 170 students in grades seven through 12, representing more than a dozen schools throughout DFW, participated in Le Concours de Texas, which translates to “The Contest of Texas.” The event tested skills in French grammar, vocabulary, and culture as well as dictée, a language-dictation exercise that is a popular pastime in France. “The way that we have the National Spelling Bee on television here [in the U.S.], [in France] they’ve got the national dicte’e on television,” Sinak explained. Le Concours de Texas was similar in format to the small handful of other French-language competitions held nationally and in Texas each year during the spring. According to Sinak, it is the only one
Junior Slade Sinak.
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of its kind that is presented during the fall. Ribbons, medals, and trophies were awarded to the top three scorers in each of the test categories and in the competition’s five academic levels, as well as to the schools with the highest overall scores. Sinak has participated in several French-language competitions, as well as numerous UIL-sponsored mathematics and science events. “I sort of know how they work, and I thought I could probably pull one off,” he explained. With help from classmate William Cerny, Sinak prepared every aspect of the competition from promoting it on social media to rounding up teacher volunteers and sponsors, and even to penning the test questions. He enlisted the help of his HPHS French teacher Sandra Simmons and former teacher Dr. Celeste Renza-Guren to proofread the test questions. The tests also were graded by teachers and former teachers. During the daylong event, he worked largely behind the scenes helping to oversee the testing process. Having competed in other academic competitions, he said, “It was fun to be on that side of it, for sure.” Sinak began learning French in middle school and quickly became enamored with the language loaded with homonyms and other complexities. “French is a mental puzzle all the time,” he said. “I like being challenged, and I think
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French is particularly interesting just because of how difficult it is to [understand] certain bits of it.” With only 125 students enrolled in HPHS’s six French classes, teen francophones there form a tightknit community, Sinak said. Competitions like Le Concours de Texas can inspire people and make language more interesting than it can be just in the classroom, he said. “I wanted to provide that for other people.” Simmons and Renza-Guren both volunteered at the event, along with several HPHS Spanish teachers. Simmons said she was “extremely impressed” with Sinak’s organization. “He’s very courageous in the French sense [of the word], which means he dares to do things,” Simmons said. Sinak is already looking toward the next contest. “William and I have a list running of things we want to improve on,” he said. They may restructure tests into several exams that correlate with the varying levels of French that the competing students study in school. What won’t change, Sinak said, is the enjoyment he gets from watching other teens explore the language. “It was really cool to see middle schoolers having French conversations and asking teachers what something meant just because of something I started.”
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PARISH EPISCOPAL’S UNINVITED
A handful of Parish Upper School actors opened their fall production, Tim Kelley’s The Uninvited, at the Black Box Theatre Nov. 10. The show ran through Nov. 12. Rehearsals for the upcoming winter production, Nunsense, are in full swing. Look forward to the Mega Musical, which will hit the stage Feb. 2-4 at 7 p.m. followed by a matinee Feb. 5 at 2 p.m.
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UP ELEMENTARY EVENTS
University Park Elementary School had lots of fun this fall season, from the traditional Grandest Friends’ Day, which fell on Nov. 11 and was combined with the school’s annual Veterans Day celebration, to the school’s inaugural Turkey Trot Fun Run a week later on Nov. 18, when students were encouraged to dress up as turkeys.
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New Coats for Christmas
Growing HPHS club collects for Fair Park distribution to South Dallas children, teens By William Taylor
People Newspapers Maddy McGuire has grown up with Christmas in the Park, an annual distribution of gifts to needy families of South Dallas. Invited by other families in the Park Cities, the McGuires began volunteering at the S.M. Wright Foundation event when the now 17-year-old Highland Park High School senior was only 3. Back then, the distribution served hundreds of people and ran out of People’s Missionary Baptist Church in South Dallas. Each pew held toys for a different age group. Today, it serves tens of thousands each December from the Automobile Building at Fair Park and provides hot meals, groceries, clothing, household items, and toys to low-income families. A June article in D CEO put the
number served in 2015 at close to 44,000, and similar, if not larger, turnout was anticipated for this year’s Dec. 17 event. In recent years, Maddy’s role has grown: she’s gone from helping pass out toys to leading efforts to provide thousands of new coats for children in need. “I think it’s just love,” she said of her desire to serve. “I just love being able to share happiness with the kids who need it, especially at Christmas time.” To that end, she started a new club at Highland Park High School three years ago. “At my high school there are so many clubs you can be involved with, and I wanted one that could help the community,” she said. Her father, Mike McGuire, took her to meet with the Rev. S.M. Wright II, president of the foundation and son of its late namesake, a local civil rights icon
Members of Highland Park High School’s S.M. Wright Foundation Club present the Rev. S.M. Wright II with a check for nearly $20,000 after the 2015 Coats for Kids Drive. C O U R T E SY O F M I K E M C G U I R E known for his networking prowess and ability to foster relationships with some of Dallas’ wealthiest and most influential residents. “I’ve been knowing Maddy for such a long time,” Wright said. “Just to see her grow up and mature and have a passion for the community is just wonderful.” Over lunch Wright emphasized the importance of providing youths with the necessities they need to succeed. “I noticed that when we were having Christmas events that the children didn’t even have coats on,” he said. “We asked, and they told us they couldn’t afford coats.” That observation gave Maddy and HPHS’s S.M. Wright Foundation Club direction. In its first year with 200 members, the club collected 500
coats, and added a similar number of new ones with the support of Burlington Coat Factory. They also learned a useful lesson. “The kids obviously responded to the new coats better,” Maddy said. The focus of the club shifted in its second year to collecting money instead of coats. Using social media and in-person pitches, it raised nearly $20,000, enough to provide 2,000 new coats, she said. This year the club, which has grown to 300 members, did even better, collecting $22,000 online plus about $4,000 in cash and checks with contributions coming from 135 people. With Maddy set to graduate in the spring and awaiting ac-
ceptance letters from colleges, her sister, Sophie, 14, a freshman who helped this year, is set to lead next year’s collection. Matt McGuire said he’s proud of his daughters and the community. “It’s amazing how incredibly generous the Highland Park community is, and Maddy’s friends have just been amazing helping out,” he said. That help doesn’t end with the fundraising drives. The McGuires expected about 25 club members to work Dec. 17 at Christmas in the Park, helping children “shop” for their own coats. “They get to pick the color and try it on,” she said. “They feel so good about themselves, it makes it all worth it.” S P E C I A L A DV E RT I S I N G C O N T E N T
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Hammering for Habitat
Highland Park High students learn skills, help others By Hannah Kirkpatrick People Newspapers
Highland Park High School students hammered away in October to help Dallas Area Habitat for Humanity provide affordable housing in Joppa, an unincorporated neighborhood about 6 miles southeast of downtown Dallas. For nearly three decades, Dallas Habitat has sought to build a better city by helping more than 1,600 partner families achieve homeownership According to its website, dallasareahabitat.org, Dallas has one of the lowest homeownership rates in the nation with the average new home price more than double what a median household income can afford. To bridge that gap, Habitat builds houses with volunteer labor and provides down payment assistance to qualifying participants who contribute “sweat equity” by helping build their new homes. The group of 15 students from the Habitat for Humanity club, student council, and National Honor Society spent the S PE C I A L A DV ERTI SI N G C O N T E N T
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day at a build site, assisting with such tasks as caulking and putting up siding. Working alongside the construction crew, students learned how to correctly do each task assigned to them. Junior Jillian Ellis said she hammered a nail for the first time. “In other places that would be a really simple task that everyone grows up doing, but I just never had to do that,” she said. “I’ve always been privileged with someone having already hammered the nail.” Euan Blackman, the Habitat club teacher sponsor, said it’s important for students to be involved in projects such as this because they learn life skills that they might otherwise take for granted, as well as being exposed to other walks of life. “You really get that sort of tactile learning environment,” Blackman said. “You get that feel of actually doing something and then you come back and talk to your mates about it.” The Habitat club is one of many opportunities students have to give back. Each high school student must complete
HPHS students work at a Habitat for Humanity build site in Joppa. 50 hours of community service to graduate. Last year’s seniors completed 70,000 community hours, an average of 146 hours per student. But serving is about more than just meeting a school requirement, junior Kaki Glieber said. “It’s so nice giving back.”
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Gardiner to Retire After 15 Years with District
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Highland Park ISD announced that Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum, Instruction, and Special Programs Gena Gardiner will retire during this school year. She had planned to retire sooner, but district officials convinced her to stay to help them transition to a new administration. Gardiner began her education career as a teacher in 1977. She has been with HPISD since 2002. In a prepared statement released Nov. 11, HPISD Superintendent Dr. Tom Trigg called Gardiner’s work ethic “unmatched.” “From the moment you meet her, it is evident that Gena Gardiner has an enduring passion for providing an exemplary education for every student,” Trigg said. HPISD has yet to name a successor. The district has been conducting interviews over the past few months.
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Deborah Cabrera will oversee Highland Park ISD’s business services department until the district finds a full-time replacement for Tim Turner, who announced his retirement effective Jan. 24. Cabrera’s interim appointment began Nov. 28. Previously, she served as associate superintendent of business services at Irving ISD for several years until her retirement in 2015. Cabrera, who has 34 years of experience in Texas public school finance, has also worked with Lewisville and Richardson ISDs. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Connecticut and an MBA from Letourneau University. The district’s administrators have begun interviewing for a permanent replacement. — Staff Reports
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By Todd Jorgenson Sports Editor
Motivation won’t be a problem this season for the Highland Park girls soccer team, and neither will optimism. The Lady Scots suffered a heartbreaking shootout loss to Flower Mound in the Class 6A state championship game last spring, and have several players returning who were on the field that day. That group will be eager to atone for that defeat this season, which would allow HP to claim its first state title since 2012, after coming up short at the state tournament in each of the past two seasons. Those are lofty ambitions, but such expectations are common for a program that head coach Stewart Brown has developed into a perennial state power. HP must replace Savanna Jones, who signed with Texas Tech after tallying a team-high 29 goals and dishing out a remarkable 41 assists last year as the high-scoring Lady Scots finished with a 24-3-2 record. However, a handful of top
scorers return this season, including Jones’ younger sister, Sierra, along with Rachel Wasserman, Sarah O’Neal, Riley Malone, and others. There will be plenty of firepower in front of returning goalkeeper K.K. Callahan. If that’s not enough to inspire confidence, HP is dropping to Class 5A this season after playing the past two years at the 6A level — and earning state runner-up finishes both times. On the boys side, HP will try to reverse its recent fortunes during 2017 after struggling at the 6A level. In fact, the Scots haven’t qualified for the playoffs since 2013, when they advanced to the regional semifinals in Class 4A (now 5A). However, the Scots have reason to expect improvement this spring, with a solid core of returnees who contributed to a team that was victimized by numerous close losses a year ago. Plus, there’s the drop to 5A, which could pay dividends. The HP boys and girls will host their season-opening tournament on Jan. 5-7, and start District 155A play on Jan. 24. The playoffs are slated to begin in late March.
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Alexander scored three touchdowns during a playoff win over Mansfield Lake Ridge and caught a touchdown pass during a victory over Mansfield Legacy the next week.
Enzor, a guard, returned to the lineup and scored 21 points to lead HP past McKinney in a nondistrict game, then tallied 20 points during a nondistrict win over HSAA.
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Water Kings: Siblings Fuel Resurgence for Blue Wave HP swimmers look to state By Todd Jorgenson Sports Editor
Tommy and Robby King have been teammates in the pool on plenty of relays. But earlier this season, they found themselves on the blocks in opposite lanes — at the same time. Thanks to some creative lineup shuffling by Highland Park head coach Jesse Cole at a relatively inconsequential dual meet, the twins turned from supporters to rivals for the two lengths of the pool that followed. “I didn’t want him to beat me, and he didn’t want me to beat him,” Tommy King said. “It was close.” For the past four years, the King brothers have helped to lead a resurgence among the HP boys, on a squad that was previously dominated by their female counterparts. And now the seniors hope their high
school swimming careers will end at the UIL state meet in February. “We’re kind of building off the momentum that we had last year,” Tommy said. “We’ve had some really good swimmers come through.” The siblings have been swimming competitively since they were very young, following in the footsteps of their older sisters — former HP standouts Taylor and Morgan. The family moved from California to the Park Cities several years ago. “When they were freshmen, they kind of had a spark to them and brought an energy to the program,” Cole said. “They started contributing right away.” Tommy said the camaraderie among teammates has helped to drive the success of the program at HP. That certainly extends to the twins, who provide extra coaching
for one another both in and out of the pool. “We’ve been swimming together for so long,” Robby said. “We’ll watch each other’s races.” Cole said that while Tommy tends to excel in sprints, both of the siblings are among the most versatile swimmers on his roster. They give him more choices when matching up relay quartets. “If one is doing better, the other one knows they need to pick it up,” Cole said. “They tend to push each other.” Tommy said the Blue Wave has developed a foundation of depth and talent now to continue the progress of the program after the duo graduates next spring — and to make some hardware a realistic possibility. “Even the younger swimmers know that state is a possibility,” he said. “Our dream is within reach now.”
Twins Tommy and Robby King dominate the pool.
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Lily Overton Sophomore, Gymnastics Overton took first place on balance beam and was second in the allaround competition as HP was the runner-up at its final compulsory meet of the season in Rockwall.
Morgan Smith Senior, Basketball Smith, an SMU signee, scored in double figures in all five games at the Curtis Culwell Invitational tournament, where HP won four of five games and the consolation title.
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GOOD FIT
Designer launches custom-made line, opens downtown, Uptown stores
By Meredith Carey
Special Contributor Spend five minutes talking to fashion designer Christina Benedetti and you know where her passion lies: making men look good in their shirts. “When people meet you, before they even speak with you, they’re judging,” Benedetti said. At her company Benedetti Beyond Bespoke, she helps men make an impeccable first impression. Benedetti, who lives off Turtle Creek Boulevard, offers custom shirts designed to complement a man’s body shape, with old world details such as front yoke seams cut on the fabric’s straight grain and chevroned at the center back to make the shoulders look stronger and wider, or hand-embroidered monograms that can be applied to cuffs or to the left chest. “Getting dressed and knowing you look good should be easy,” she said. “You shouldn’t have to think about it, because we think about it for you.” At her two Dallas locations, Uptown on Oak Lawn Avenue and downtown on Elm Street, Benedetti sells exclusively custom clothing. Benedetti spent years working directly under Calvin Klein, where she developed an eye for minimalism and exquisite detail. Her Calvin Klein men’s Black Label won the Designer of the Year award from the Council of Fashion Designers of America Menswear. She also designed and developed J. Crew’s men’s line, where she intro-
Benedetti Bespoke brings old-world detail to new line. duced tailored clothing as well as “made in Italy” products. “I got to build something from scratch,” she said, “since it was a couple of chino pants tucked in the corner of a women’s store before.” Her website, benedettibespoke.com, lists locations in Milan, Italy and the United Arab Emirates, in addition to her Dallas locations. She plans to expand to Argentina, California, Florida, New York, Panama, and Uruguay. While the measuring and the design
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process is done both in clients’ homes and at locations, all the manufacturing is done in Italy by carefully selected artisans. “These are people who for generations have been producing these products,” Benedetti said. Her husband Alessio, who comes from five generations of Italian weavers, handles logistics and product development at the Benedetti design studio in a converted textile mill just outside of Florence in Alessio’s hometown of Prato.
The company soft launched in February and went online in July. Shirts start at $250 with a four-week turnaround. Plans include adding a more casual, though still custom, option for less than $200. The 10-month-old company also sells seven-fold silk ties from Como, Italy, which Benedetti says has a tradition of weaving silk at the perfect density for men’s ties. She has also expanded into a product she never expected: golf accessories. Benedetti was looking for golf cufflinks for her husband, but could only find trinket-like options that reminded her of a “little girl’s charm bracelet,” so she tried something simple and stuck a golf tee through a cuff. “I love the little surprise things that men’s accessories seem to hide,” she said. Benedetti cast knotted golf tee-inspired cufflinks in silver, and one of her Italian vendors suggested she also create a ring for herself out of the discarded prototypes. The result is Benedetti’s Italian-manufactured silver Tee Time accessories collection for men and women, available in typically male-dominated golf shops including the Four Seasons Las Colinas and the Old Course at Broken Sound in Boca Raton, FL. Benedetti’s two Dallas locations operate by appointment only. Benedetti conducts many appointments in-home, where she also offers a review of clients’ wardrobes.
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Special Contributor When Kyle Bainter and his wife were remodeling their home after having their first child, they needed more storage, but didn’t enjoy the experience of renting an off-site unit.
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“I’m a young and able guy,” Bainter said. “But this was a difficult, inefficient process, on a hot summer day, which isn’t fun.” Bainter thought there had to be a better way. He and his business partner Dan Slaven, a Highland Park
High School graduate, came up with a modernized approach to streamline the entire process of moving and make storing hassle-free. Bainter and Slaven’s company Callbox Storage, which they started up in July 2016, offers “storage without the headache.” Bainter and Slaven haul off customers’ property for free to the storage facility and create a photo-inventory of the property, which customers can access by logging in at callboxstorage.com. Customers can ask Callbox Storage to bring back any item individually at any time. Customers are allowed one free delivery of up to five boxes a month. Monthly storage fees range from $18 to $486. A 5-by 10foot unit, which can typically hold a room’s worth of items,
cost $97.50. A larger unit capable of accommodating the furnishings of a small apartment costs $178. Bainter and Slaven’s first customers were mostly family and friends, but now the company averages 30 to 40 customers a month. About 70 percent of their business is residential and 30 percent commercial. The location of the storage facility in Grapevine makes for convenient transportation. “We can service different markets in the DFW area,” Slaven said. “We have a centralized location, and we inventory for free.” When up against a larger commercial company, Bainter said CallBox aims to stand out with a personal touch. “We do the heavy lifting,” he said.
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ALLY’S WISH BOOTS & BLESSINGS GALA
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Ally’s Wish hosted a kick-off event Nov. 15 at the new Reese Witherspoon retail boutique, Draper James, in Highland Park Village to celebrate the annual Boots & Blessings Gala, which will be held at Gilley’s Dallas April 29. Event co-chair Kim Gilchrist welcomed guests and Kellie Rasberry served as the evening’s emcee. Ally’s Wish has granted the wishes of more than 40 terminally ill mothers, giving their families lasting memories. Lydia Irwin and Amanda Widlund
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Attendees gathered at the Kessler Theater Nov. 16 to rejoice and celebrate the many faces of human rights at the Triumph of the Spirit Awards, presented by SMU’s Embrey Human Rights Program. Georges Bwelle flew in from Africa to accept an award in recognition of his work providing free medical care in rural Cameroon. Emmanuel Jal
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Pianist Eva Brandys released her first CD, featuring all original piano music, Nov. 10. A celebration was held at the Melrose Warwick Library bar, where she performed her compositions. Friends and fans gathered to support her and celebrate the five-year anniversary of Park Cities School of Music, and the Jan. 2016 opening of Lakewood Conservatory of Fine Arts.
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Nearly 1,000 guests attended the Perot Museum’s annual Night at the Museum gala Nov. 12. With the theme “Elevate,” the aerial-inspired evening offered guests a unique glimpse into the world of aerospace — from nature’s influence on modernday aviation to the future of flight to artistic interpretations of elevation and more. Thomas Surgent and Mariah Wilcox with Hunter and Wendy Covitz
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Ronald McDonald House of Dallas honored the chairs and sponsors of the 2016 Trains at NorthPark at a cocktail party hosted by Sam and Cheryl Chantilis Nov. 10. The elaborate miniature toy trains exhibit in Texas, benefiting RMHD and presented by Bank of Texas, features more than 750 railcars on a 1,600-foot intricate configuration of tracks set against notable American landmarks.
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The Dallas Symphony Orchestra League hosted the Fashion Notes Luncheon and Style Show Nov. 15 at the Adolphus Hotel, marking the 70th anniversary of the DSOL. The League’s past presidents were recognized at the luncheon. The fashion show featured styles from Stanley Korshak and KidBiz, which league members and their children and grandchildren modeled. Funds raised will benefit the Dallas Symphony’s community and educational programs.
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arolyn “Carly” Bekins Bender and Andrew Joseph DeTrempe were married October 15, 2016 at Gulf Stream Golf Club in Gulf Stream, Fla. Rev. Ronald W. Scates officiated the ceremony. A seated dinner and dancing followed at the club The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Garesche Bender of University Park. She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Irving Frederick Jensen Jr. of Sioux City, Iowa, and the late Mr. and Mrs. Richard Joseph Bender, of St. Louis. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Peter Joseph DeTrempe of Dallas. He is the grandson of Ms. Anna Marie Marino of Dallas, Mr. and Mrs. Tony Joe Salvaggio of Payson, Ariz. and the late Mr. and Mrs. Lester David DeTrempe of Peoria, Ill. The bride’s vision of a traditional cathedral gown that could transcend the ocean backdrop came to life through the creation of a custom cou-
ture gown by iconic fashion designer Nardos Imam. Three panels of French lace extended past the train, creating not only a dramatic extension to the gown, but also a parallel to the lace featured in the bride’s cathedral-length veil of antique Belgian lace. The veil was a family heirloom first worn in 1942 by the bride’s cousin, again in 1983 by the bride’s mother, and most recently in 2013 by the bride’s sister. The bride carried a bouquet of white roses wrapped in a lace monogrammed handkerchief accentuated by a 14 karat gold scallop shell pendant. Carly also wore a navy blue Yale garter. The bride’s grandfather graduated from Yale University in 1954, and gave the garter to his intended, Carolyn Bekins (the bride’s grandmother and namesake), for her to wear on their wedding day. In addition to the bride’s grandmother, the bride’s mother and sister also wore the
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r. a n d M r s. Pa u l Talmage Boston Jr. of Highland Park are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Lindsey Anne Boston, to William Mitchell Miller, son of Dr. and Mrs. Loren Matthew Miller of Plano, Texas. The bride is a graduate of Highland Park High School. She received a Bachelor of Arts in strategic communication (advertising), with a minor in business, from Texas Christian University. Lindsey is a marketing analyst for Ambit Energy.
garter on their wedding days, but the bride was the first to have worn the garter having attended Yale University. Assisting the bride as matron of honor was her sister, Erika Burton. Her bridal party included Elizabeth DeTrempe, Sarah Bennett, Shannon Davey, Elizabeth O’Malley, Hayley Alexandra Stenger, Christian Bender, Lea Bender, Samantha Bidwill, Eva Dunlap, Christine Pedersen, and Maria Yegikyan. Attending the groom as best man was his brother, Philip DeTrempe. His groomsmen and ushers included Robert Bender, Christopher Burton, Spencer Connaughton, Alexander Muñoz, Cameron Wakley, Kevin Burton, Marc Feldman, David Gassko, Thomas Hughes, Cameron Pipes, and Robert Roher. Performing as honorary ring-bearer was the bride’s 9 month old nephew, Master Charles Burton. Carly is a 2008 graduate of Highland Park High School. She received a Bachelor of Business Administration from Southern Methodist University Cox School of Business 2012 and a Masters of Accountancy from Vanderbilt University 2013. She will be graduating May 2017 from Yale University with a Masters of Business. Andrew is a 2008 graduate of Antonian College Preparatory High School in San Antonio. He received a Bachelor of Business Administration from Southern Methodist University Cox School of Business. Andrew is a hedge fund analyst at Robertson Opportunity Capital. The couple took their wedding trip in Antigua, and now reside in New Haven, Conn.. They plan to return to Dallas in May 2017.
The groom is a graduate of Trinity Christian Academy in Addison, Texas. He received a Bachelor of Business Administration, majoring in finance and real estate, from Baylor University. Mitchell is an analyst with JLL’s Capital Markets Group. The couple will exchange vows January 21, 2017 at H i g h l a n d Pa r k U n i t e d Methodist Church with a reception following at Brook Hollow Golf Club. Following their wedding trip to Turks and Caicos, Lindsey and Mitchell will reside in Dallas.
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r. and Mrs. Mike Pipkin of University Park are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Mary Ellen Pipkin, to Benjamin Mark Sorrell, son of Mr. and Mrs. Scott Sorrell of Coppell, Texas. Mary Ellen is a graduate of Highland Park High School and Abilene Christian University. Ben was home-schooled and also graduated from Abilene Christian University. They are pursuing their master’s degrees, Mary Ellen in teaching and learning, and Ben in accounting, at ACU. On completion, Ben will begin work at PricewaterhouseCoopers.
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ony and Cathy Sisk, of Dallas, are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Jamie Amanda, to Douglas Wade Pickering Jr. Doug is the son of Jeanette and Lamar Norsworthy of Highland Park and Joanie and Doug Pickering Sr., of Dallas. Amanda is a 2004 graduate of Highland Park High School. She received a BS in communications from Texas A&M University in 2008 and is a legal recruiter at Fish & Richardson. Doug is a 1997 graduate of Culver Military Academy. He received a BS in financial economics from Southern Methodist University in 2001. He is owner of DWP BBQ and co-owner/ex-
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ecutive chef/pit master of a new restaurant concept planned to open in 2017. An April wedding in San Jose del Cabo, Mexico is planned.
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athy Travis of Monument, Colo. and Greg Antle of Englewood, Colo. are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Brittany Nicole Antle, to Matthew Edwin Gandy, son of Susan and Woodrow Gandy of the Bluffview area of Dallas. The bride is a graduate of Cherry Creek High School in Greenwood Village, Colo. She received a BA in integrative physiology from the University of Colorado. Brittany is in her final year of medical school at Ross University School of Medicine. The groom is a graduate of The Episcopal School of Dallas. He received a BS in journalism from the University of Colora-
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do. Matt is in his final year of medical school at Ross University School of Medicine. The couple plan a May 20, 2017 wedding at The Pines at Genesee in Golden, Colo..
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GET GOING AT THE BALLET BURN Dancer blends moves, poses for healthy classes By Tiana Pigford
Special Contributor The Park Cities’ new fitness studio, The Ballet Burn, is not like your average barre workout. Here, groups of women with limited dance backgrounds learn to dance and pose in eclectic styles, barre-free, in socks or bare feet to the tunes of the Notorious B.I.G., Outkast, or the Pointer Sisters. Classes are taught by instructors with professional and collegiate ballet backgrounds, many of whom still dance. Clients build strength and coordination over time through a unique combination of ballet, yoga, and physical therapy. The studio also offers lessons in ballet technique and restorative yoga classes, as well as private lessons. The mastermind behind the concept is Margot Martin, an Ursuline Academy alum and retired professional ballerina who turned to yoga after a career-changing injury. Martin, who grew up in Richardson, began taking ballet lessons when she was eight years old. She spent her summers dancing at Pacific Northwest Ballet in Seattle, and after high school, joined Carolina Ballet in North Carolina as a founding member. Martin had ankle issues throughout her career, but never missed significant time from the stage until suffering a knee injury during a rehearsal for Swan Lake. “The way I danced was with really fast and strong movements. I felt like I couldn’t execute things the way I had. I didn’t want to ‘dumb down’ my skill or style that I had been doing for 13 years just to keep going,” Martin said. For the next ten months she had to
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sacrifice the stage for regular physical therapy, but during her recovery she injured her knee again. Martin was met with a challenge most retiring dancers face: what to do next? Martin turned her focus to yoga, a passion of hers since she was 16. In 2005 she received a grant from Career Transitions for Dancers to complete her yoga teaching certification in New York City. “I think what I really loved most about yoga was that it is not an aesthetic practice. It’s not about what your pose looks like, necessarily, but about what things feel like. You kind of let go of ego and just work with what you’ve got. That really spoke to me, especially that point in my career. I needed that,” she said. One day at the gym, a friend jokingly commented on the unique moves and odd poses that combined Mar-
tin’s dance background, love of yoga, and need for therapy. He suggested she package it and make the funky routine into a class. As a retired professional ballerina with no business knowledge, the project seemed daunting. However, over the course of three years, her classes were incorporated at around 11 locations across North Carolina. After more than 16 years in Raleigh, Martin made her way back to Dallas. “Dallas was everything I needed as far as inspiration and motivation to push me to the next level, which is where we are now,” she said. A regular client who works in commercial real estate was able to help her look at potential spaces for the studio, while another client’s husband, a lawyer, was able to walk her through the leasing agreement. “I’m learning something new every day. I’m not a college grad,” Martin said. “Every day is like I go to school and I figure something out, or I find a friend who can help me figure it out. It is really scary being the new kid on the block.” After getting turned down for numerous bank loans, Martin was approached by two women who offered to invest in her studio and lent her the money she needed without asking for equity or interest. “It was just a true miracle, and I loved that it came from women. A lot of my help came from my regulars, people who wanted to see this happen just as much as I did, maybe even more,” she said. The Ballet Burn opened its doors Sept. 10.
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STEPHANIE CASEY Winter officially runs Dec. 21 through March 20. It remains to be seen if we will get winter weather but we Texans generally bundle up when it gets below 70 degrees. So, inclement weather or no, I’d like to share a couple ideas for venturing around Dallas where you only have to park once and don’t have to walk in the elements for more than a block. Let’s start with dinner and a movie. One of Dallas’ best movie theaters is the Texas Theatre. If you haven’t been, it’s a Dallas must. This cool Oak Cliff theater is where Lee Harvey Oswald was captured. It has been restored with a neat little lobby bar and excellent projection and sound systems. Screening current releases and revivals on both digital and actual film prints, the place is run by a group of film-fanatic friends. There are often theme nights with live music, DJs, or even craft activities to match whatever film is screening. An art gallery, The Safe Room, is located inside the the theater upstairs in a room over the marquee. The theater’s live music stage is literally behind the movie screen and has some of the best
sound in town. This place also hosts comedy, Q&As with notables, and video festivals (get on their email list to keep up!). You can pair this adventure with one of two top restaurants a stone’s throw away. Small Brewpub is on the next block and has a creative menu, in addition to brewing their own beer and offering specialty cocktails. Across the street from the theater is notable fine-dining Latin eatery Mesa (Beyonce and Jay Z dined here when they came through on tour!) with dishes like lobster enchiladas and mole mama cata. In East Dallas, you’ve got a super sideby-side pairing by the folks at the Granada. The Granada Theater was built in 1946 as a movie house, then converted to a concert venue in the 70s, then back to a movie theater then AGAIN back to a concert venue in 2004. The concert venue is sticking for now and they bring an eclectic selection of acts to the space. Before your show, you can dine right next door at Sundown at Granada. I recently got to sample their winter menu and there is lots of yum! The chef has a little story behind each dish and there is something for everyone from healthy, hearty vegan dishes to super tender short ribs with truffle mac ‘n cheese (plus a stellar custom cocktail list). They also care about their sourcing so it’s GMOfree, organic, and local as much as possible. They even grow some greens and herbs in their own garden behind the space. Hope these ideas inspire some exploring. Have a terrific January!
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Additional highlights include museum walls, wet bar with temperature controlled wine storage room, whole-house insulation, and green energy certification. This new construction by NeoHome Building Group is slated for completion in January 2017. The open-concept home at 5823 Caladium Drive, features approximately 6,450 square feet and boasts 6 bedrooms, 5 full and 2 half baths. Julie Provenzano of Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate has it priced at $1,899,000. A custom iron door opens to a two-story foyer with elegant curved staircase and 4-inch solid oak floors. Natural light from numerous windows and 12-foot ceilings create a spacious feel. First floor highlights include an elegant dining room, gourmet kitchen, and 16-foot sliding door to the backyard. Media room off the kitchen is pre-wired with a 7.1 sound system. Downstairs master suite enjoys beautiful backyard views. Stunning bathroom has large walk in-closet, plus secret room for additional storage. Second floor features game room, four additional bedrooms with walk-in closets, an upstairs laundry room and exercise room. This property is not yet in MLS but is available for private showings by appointment. To schedule, please call Julie Provenzano at 214-315-4315. Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate (daveperrymiller.com) is a division of Ebby Halliday Real Estate, Inc. with five area locations, specializing in marketing the key areas of the Park Cities, Preston Hollow, Uptown, Lakewood, East Dallas and Kessler Park.
Visit the award-winning ebby.com. The all-new ebby.com offers a fully responsive, “mobilefirst” approach. “Our new site was built with your mobile lifestyle in mind,” says Randall Graham, vice president and director of marketing for Ebby Halliday Realtors. “You’ll enjoy a seamless experience regardless of the device you’re using or its screen size. With the new ebby.com, we’ve taken a huge leap forward as the leader in responsive technology.” All listings on the new ebby.com are updated within minutes of hitting the market. With Ebby’s Property Alerts, you’ll be the first to know when new properties become available. Ebby.com’s Advanced Search offers more filters than any other site in the North Texas market, according to Graham. Users may narrow their home search by the criteria that matters most to them to find a property that fits their unique needs. “With the new ebby.com, as a buyer you’ll enjoy multiple ways to search homes for sale across North Texas – whether you want to live in a particular school district, near your workplace or within specific street boundaries,” Graham says. “As a seller, you can be assured your home will be presented in the manner it deserves, with the latest in responsive technology.”
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Indulge in December, Detox in January
M O L LY N O L A N When the holidays are over, it’s time to refocus, renew, and rejuvenate...and detox. Detoxing isn’t only for our bodies, full from the gluttonous yumminess we didn’t say no to (I mean the holidays are meant for indulging and enjoying, am I right?). The post-holiday season is also a great time for some beauty detox. While we are laser-focused on ridding our bodies of the libations and treats, we should also concentrate on our largest organ — our skin, which is affected by everything we eat. Here are a few products that can help you retain that healthy glow and start the new year fresh-faced.
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Begin your beauty detox with Yogi Teas. Their Soothing Rose Hibiscus Skin DeTox tea supports a healthy glow from the inside out. Green tea supplies antioxidants for rejuvenation, while its rose petals and hibiscus cool and soothe the skin and Red Clover, Burdock, and Yellow Dock promote cleansing. Erno Laszlo, which for me brings back fond memories of childhood when my mom used their products, makes a wonder-
CONTINUED FROM 35 Martin said she was attracted to the Preston Center location because it is close to a lot of regular clients she taught at Park Cities Studios before and has a parking garage in back. “Having my vision become a reality has been really cool. I wanted it to feel like when you go to your mom’s house and there are pictures on the wall — that kind of comfort and authenticity,” Martin said, pointing to black-and-white photos of instructors and attendees on the wall near the entrance. The studio attracts a wide variety of mostly women, with moms frequenting
ful two-step detoxifying cleanser that regulates oil production, boosts clarity, and tightens pores. First, a Detoxifying Cleansing Oil dissolves impurities and reduces the appearance of large pores. Next, a Sea Mud Deep Cleansing Bar uses mud from the Dead Sea to detoxify, exfoliate, and hydrate. I love Philosophy; their Microdelivery Detoxifying Oxygen Peel, a twostep charcoal-based product that decongests, clarifies, calms, and brightens, leaves the skin radiant and revitalized with smaller, less noticeable pores. It also has an oxygenating effect, leaving skin soft, smooth, and hydrated. To combat winter dryness, Origins Drink Up Intensive Overnight Mask uses Japanese seaweed to repair your skin’s barrier, preventing future dehydration and signs of premature aging. Your skin will feel quenched and moisture-rich. It’s also great for dry body patches like knees and elbows. Winter, we win! For your nightly moisturizer needs, Estée Lauder’s NightWear Plus Anti-Oxidant Night Detox Creme will help with signs of aging like dullness and fine dry lines, giving you a softer, supple, radiant glow. Murad’s City Skin Overnight Detox Moisturizer is antioxidant-rich with Marrubium Plant stem cells, which neutralize pollutants and strengthen your skin’s barrier. Vitamin C brightens and evens tone, while nourishing botanicals help plump the skin for that youthful appearance we all crave. You don’t have to limit getting your detox on to sleeping hours. Sonya Dakar’s Detox Daily moisturizer enhances skin’s natural immune system, protecting it against environmental damage from free radicals, and gives you all-day hydration. Our skin is a reflection of our diet and lifestyle choices...and of all the holiday happiness we indulge in. Now is the perfect time to kickstart your year with a skin detox regimen. Start prepping today for beautifully glowing spring/summer skin. Here’s to a happy New Year and happy, healthy skin! during the day and young professionals after work. The oldest “ballet burner” is 76. “I have several come to my beginning ballet classes that have never danced. They just want to learn, and have fun, and move. And this is the space, there’s no judgment,” Martin said. She joked that some attendees seem to be most excited about playing with her French bulldog, Squirt, who tags along to classes most mornings. “Everything has happened so fast that I just have to believe that I’m doing the right thing. The people that are involved are so incredible, they are the true motivation behind this.”
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‘FIREFIGHTER KYLE’ GIVES BACK By Joshua Baethge
People Newspapers Highland Park High School junior Kyle Tananbaum donated $1,100 to the town of Highland Park during the Oct. 24 town council meeting. The money will help fund the town’s 2017 National Night Out festivities. Tananbaum’s gesture left public information officer Lt. Lance Koppa momentarily speechless. “I’ve known Kyle for a long time,” Koppa said. “I wasn’t expecting to talk, and I got a little emotional up there.” Koppa met Tananbaum during his first year in Highland Park, when Tananbaum’s mother arranged for a fire truck to come by for his birthday party. Koppa said the random encounter made a lasting impression. “That’s when I really started appreciating community service, and realizing what kind of impact I could have,” Koppa said. As a young kid, Tananbaum often wore a small fireman’s outfit, leading Koppa to nickname him “Firefighter Kyle.” The two remained friends throughout Tananbaum’s childhood. “He’s a great guy, and he’s real-
ABOVE: Lt. Lance Koppa helped Kyle Tananbaum with his Scout project. RIGHT: Retired Firefighter Doug Scot, Tananbaum, and Koppa.
ly easy to look up to,” Tananbaum said. Tananbaum has been involved in scouting since he was in first grade. As he began to consider Eagle Scout projects last year, he thought about doing something to help the fire department. He spoke with Koppa, and learned the department was looking for ways to increase community engagement and better explain the
department’s mission. “A lot of people don’t know that firefighters are also police officers and emergency medical technicians,” Tananbaum said. Tananbaum created a presentation to tell the department’s story. He recruited volunteers to help spread the word, and worked with Koppa and others to learn more about the interworkings of the departments.
“I wanted to share the interest I had in the DPS with other kids,” Tananbaum said. He added that it’s important for kids and adults alike to think of the police as friends and members of the community. “There are definitely underlying stereotypes out there,” Tananbaum said. “After the D a l l a s shootings in July, this seemed like a great time for the presentation.” Around 55 people C O U R T E SY T O W N O F H I G H L A N D PA R K turned out for Kyle’s presentation at Town Hall, which began with a moment of silence in honor of the shooting victims and fallen SMU police officer Mark McCullers. Afterwards, Tananbaum led the audience on a tour of town hall and the fire station. According to Koppa, the town plans to find other ways to utilize his presentation in the future. In preparation for the project, Tananbaum solicited donations so he could provide officers and
the audience food and refreshments. He was hoping to raise $150, but ended up getting more than eight times that amount. Some of the excess will be used to provide meals to all three DPS shifts. The rest was included in the check presented to town council last month. “It’s kind of cool that I can give back through community service now after they gave to me when I was a little kid,” Tananbaum said. Tananbaum runs track for HPHS and heads up a March Madness Club that will soon be sponsoring a penny drive for less fortunate kids. He also runs an online wholesale shoe business that has grossed over $10,000 in sales. Upon graduation, Tananbaum plans to attend college and possibly focus on business. He also intends to continue finding ways to help others. “I want to make an impact through public works or philanthropy,” Tananbaum said. “I want to continue giving back to the community and to the less fortunate either through money or through programs where I can analyze growth and help other people.”
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Probity Wins Fidelity Award
SMU Chief of Police Richard Shafer credits a cadaver dog named Faith with helping focus the search for the body of drowned W I L L I A M TAY LO R officer Mark McCullers.
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Special Contributor Probity Advisors Inc., on Central Expressway near Walnut Hill Lane, has won industry recognition plus a charitable donation to assist families of seriously ill or injured police officers. The Dallas wealth management firm received the 2016 Fidelity Be Greater Award, created last year to recognize companies that push boundaries to achieve excellence. “It was phenomenal. The fact is it really is an award to Probity Advisors — our people, our staff, our clients,” Probity president Porter “Buddy” Ozanne III said. Ozanne and Probity vice president Chris Sorrows accepted the award Oct. 18 in New York. Probity Advisors won in the middle of three categories for fiduciaries that hold $250 million-$1 billion in assets under management. As part of the award, Fidelity donated $15,000 to the charity of Probity’s choice. “Particularly given what Dallas has been through this July, we chose Assist the Officer,” Ozanne said, recalling the July 7 shooting deaths of five police officers downtown. The foundation run by the Dallas Police Association helps families of officers who have life-threatening illnesses or who have been injured or killed in the line of duty. Ozanne has been in the industry for more than 45 years, and lived in the Dallas area all his life. He graduated from SMU in 1971. Probity Advisors evolved from a business Ozanne’s father started in 1960. Wanting to expand discretionary asset management services, Ozanne created Probity in 2002. He chose the name “Probity” because it means integrity or of high moral standing. “Most people may not know what probity means, but I wanted it to constantly remind me and my staff how important integrity is,” he said.
CONTINUED FROM 1 The chief would encourage his personnel to take time off to rest, only to get the reply, “I’m not going to rest until we find him.’’ McCullers, 46, served in the Marine Corps and worked private security before joining the department in 2015. He was sitting in his sedan in the early hours of July 5, working off-duty private security at a Highland Park construction site, when heavy rains caused Turtle Creek to overflow. “You know Turtle Creek is near,” Shafer said. “But who thinks there is going to be a flood there?” News coverage described how McCullers called 911 around 1:40 a.m. as he realized
rising waters were overtaking and moving his car. Video footage from the Fitzhugh Avenue Bridge shows him climbing out a door. The car was found 13 hours later about a half-mile downstream during a search operation involving Dallas-Fire Rescue, Dallas Police Department, Highland Park Department of Public Safety, Search One Rescue Team, Texas Parks and Wildlife Game Warden’s Office, and University Park Police Department. Other participants included City of Dallas Water Department, Pure Technologies, PC2 Construction, North Texas Drone Society, Rain for Rent, Texas EquuSearch, and Texas Search and Rescue, McCain said. Divers, mounted officers, and boaters along with search dogs and handlers
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combed first the creek, then the river. Cranes were used to sift through debris, he said. “As the search goes on, at some point they are going to say, you can’t find him,” Shafer said. SMU held a memorial service on July 28 after McCullers was presumed dead. The officer was survived by his Brady Bunch-like family. McCullers and his wife, Tiffany, had each brought three children to their marriage, Shafer said. “It’s just such a bad feeling when you can’t find your loved one,” the police chief said. “We told her we won’t quit until we find him.” Shafer assigned McCain, Assistant Chief Jim Walters, and Capt. Rico Jemmott to coordinate additional search efforts during the hottest days of the summer. The 3rd Battalion of the Texas State Guard, a maritime regiment, came to look. MARK9 Search and Rescue, of Mesquite, provided Faith, viewed by SMU officers as the key search dog. More rain thwarted plans for a mid-August excursion into the drainage tunnel but also may have served to flush out the mass of tree limbs, trash, and other debris where the body was found, McCain said. “It was nice that we found him and that it was his supervisor,” Shafer said, acknowledging, “It’s weird to say it was nice to find a dead body. It was just a gut-wrenching deal.”
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HIGHLAND PARK TREE LIGHTING
Face painting, a visit from Santa, a real reindeer, a photo booth, and various other activities made the night at Highland Park’s annual tree lighting ceremony at Armstrong Parkway Dec. 1. P H O T O S B Y C H R I S M C G AT H E Y
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High-Rise Luxury on Turtle Creek
Sue Krider with Allie Beth Allman & Associates is listing 3510 Turtle Creek Boulevard #5D for $1,474,000. For a private showing, call Krider at 214-673-6933. This hard-to find two bedroom, 3,049 square foot, corner unit in the Claridge has three full baths, a half bath, and study with built-in book shelves. Expansive windows this fifth floor condominium bathe the rooms in natural light and provide spectacular views of Turtle Creek, Lee Park, and the downtown Dallas skyline. The gallery entry is accented by a patterned floor in green and cream marble. The striking green marble continues on the countertops of the kitchen, with its cream cabinetry and rich hardwood floors. Hand-scraped hardwood floors continue in the wrap-around living room and formal dining area. The living room balcony has been enclosed to emphasize the views and provide expanded climate-controlled space for entertaining. The large master suite features a private balcony, sitting area, and spacious his and her baths featuring jetted soaking tub, enlarged shower, marble-topped vanities, and generous his and hers walk-in closets. The second bedroom has plush carpeting, a large window, and adjacent full bath. The study can be used as a home office or easily converted into a third bedroom. Spacious rooms, and high ceilings with recessed lighting throughout, two assigned parking spaces in the garage, and 24hour concierge service make this beautiful condo a rare find in the prestigious Turtle Creek corridor.
DAVE PERRY-MILLER REAL ESTATE
Sandler Lists Russwood Acres Mid-Century Modern
Frada Sandler’s open-concept listing at 5022 Pebblebrook hasn’t been on the market in over 30 years. This versatile custom build at 5022 Pebblebrook (5022pebblebrook.daveperrymiller.com), set on three-quarter acres on a cul-de-sac, has been extensively updated including a new metal standing seam roof (September, 2016). Frada Sandler of Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate is offering the five bedroom, four-and-one-half bath home for $1,395,000. Both the formal living and dining rooms have wood floors and vaulted ceilings. More family space awaits in the den with wet bar. Views of the pool, decks and lush landscaping are available from nearly every room. The kitchen comes with double ovens, warming drawer and built-in refrigerator. The large master has a sitting area and extra sun room with privacy doors. The master bath with skylights has tub, double shower heads and three closets (two walk in). Also downstairs are two other bedrooms sharing a remodeled bath, and an ensuite guest room. Upstairs is a large game room, guest bedroom with bath and an office. To schedule a showing, contact Frada at (214)616-6476 or frada@daveperrymiller.com. Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate (daveperrymiller.com) is a division of Ebby Halliday Real Estate, Inc. with five area locations, specializing in marketing the key areas of the Park Cities, Preston Hollow, Uptown, Lakewood, East Dallas and Kessler Park.
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Rich in warmth and character, 3921 Windsor Avenue is a Mediterranean masterpiece in University Park. Listed by Jonathan Rosen and Christy Berry for $2,395,000. Known for its impeccable schools, safety, strong sense of community and beautiful homes and parks, University Park stands out as an idyllic pocket of Dallas. While these attributes keep University Park homes in high demand, there is one other factor that is not going to change: scarcity. There are approximately 8,000 total homes in the University Park area and, unlike other growing neighborhoods around the Metroplex, they are not making any more. Whether looking for an established home or for a property to redevelop, buyers have continued to show steady interest in this coveted neighborhood. For more, visit briggsfreeman.com. 3921 Windsor Avenue Rich in warmth and character, this Mediterranean masterpiece emphasizes continuity between the indoors and outdoors through lush landscaping, insulted wood windows and handcrafted copper accents. Located on a serene street in University Park, this property offers a chance to depart form everyday life and retreat to a Tuscan villa. Listed by Jonathan Rosen and Christy Berry for $2,395,000. President and CEO Robbie Briggs independently owns and operates Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty. For more information see briggsfreeman.com.
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Murrell & Lee List 4-Bedroom Caruth Hills Transitional
7510 Villanova was taken to the studs, and the pier and beam foundation was also reengineered. This 3,584 square foot, Mediterranean masterpiece at 7510 Villanova (7510villanova.daveperrymiller.com) is offered by Phillip Murrell and Stewart Lee of Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate. Priced at $1,399,000, it was recently re-envisioned to embody the height of entertainment, convenience and luxury. The floor plan is open concept with clean lines, contemporary lighting, designer tile and gleaming hardwoods throughout. A large family room and the kitchen are the heart of the home. The latter features Thermador stainless steel appliances, custom white oak cabinets with sleek hardware, and a unique “quilted” backsplash. Two masters, including one on the first floor, offer flexibility for your unique family situation. Both feature expansive bathrooms and closets, while the downstairs one has a herringbone floor and wall in the master bath, and overlooks the resort-style pool. Upstairs are three secondary bedrooms, all en-suite, a media room and a large utility room. A two-car garage is under construction. For more information, please contact Phillip at 989.859.2275/ phillip@philliprealestate.com or Stewart at 214.707.7784/ stewartlee@daveperrymiller.com. Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate (daveperrymiller.com) is a division of Ebby Halliday Real Estate, Inc. with five locations that specialize in marketing the key areas of the Park Cities, Preston Hollow, North Dallas, Lakewood, East Dallas, Uptown, and Kessler Park.
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4308 Arcady’s interior, by noted designer Mary Ann Smiley, boasts high ceilings, hand scraped hardwoods and custom detailing.
A modern masterpiece crafted by Frank Welch, 3636 University Boulevard is listed by Caroline Summers for $4,950,000.
Hayes & Fry List Divinely Appointed Modern Living Comes Home Home
This 1999 updated traditional at 4308 Arcady Avenue (4308arcady.daveperrymiller.com), offered by Meridith Hayes and Karen Fry of Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate, is priced at $3,390,000. The foyer is flanked by a living room with large windows and the formal dining room with adjacent butlers’ pantry. A study features coffered ceiling and built-ins. The large family room with stone fireplace and beamed ceilings offers views of the entertaining terrace. The gourmet island kitchen is appointed with granite surfaces, stone and wood beam inlaid floor and top-of-theline stainless appliances. A breakfast room and nearby wet bar complete the space. The upstairs master suite features windows overlooking the backyard and a bathroom with marble jetted tub, his-and-her vanities, walk-in shower and separate closets. Three additional bedrooms with en-suite baths and a utility room round out this level. A covered breezeway connects the two-car garage and quarters above with full bath and kitchenette. For more information, please contact Meridith at 214.799.7476/meridith@daveperrymiller.com or Karen at 214.288.1391/kfry@daveperrymiller.com. Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate (daveperrymiller.com) is a division of Ebby Halliday Real Estate Inc. with five locations that specialize in marketing the key areas of the Park Cities, Preston Hollow, North Dallas, Lakewood, East Dallas, Uptown, and Kessler Park.
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Recently Sold by Expert Agents
The newly constructed, transitional-style home at 3612 Purdue Avenue in University Park was recently sold by Becky Frey and listed for $2,350,000. With market knowledge, industry expertise and invaluable connections, the expert agents at Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty are outstanding resources for any and all of your real estate needs. The North Texas homes featured below were recently sold by these market leaders. To see more, visit briggsfreeman.com. 3612 Purdue Avenue | University Park In the Fairway in University Park sits this low-maintenance, transitional-style home, recently constructed by LRO Residential. Owners will enjoy walking to numerous parks, and a light-and-bright, open floorplan outfitted with designer finishes. Sold by Becky Frey. Listed for $2,350,000. 6634 Aberdeen Avenue | Preston Hollow The gourmet kitchen in this spectacular Preston Hollow home opens to the den and is a chef’s delight. Gorgeous Grecian Volakas marble graces the countertops and island. Premium appliances include Dacor double ovens, dual Bosch dishwashers, and a Sub-Zero refrigerator. Sold by Christopher McGuire. Listed for $2,099,000. President and CEO Robbie Briggs independently owns and operates Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty. For more information see briggsfreeman.com
Some of the Dallas’ most architecturally significant homes are built in a contemporary or modern design. Clean lines, open spaces and smart floor plans make homes of this style an outstanding choice for buyers looking to clear the way to an uncluttered lifestyle. The exceptionally beautiful homes home at 3636 University Boulevard is a stunning example of modern living. A modern masterpiece crafted by Frank Welch with meticulous updates and renovations. This architecturally significant home has three levels with matchstick rift-cut white oak ceilings, a stunning elevator with wood detailing, a new bocce ball court and swimming pool, and the most beautiful woodwork details, craftsmanship and customization. Listed by Caroline Summers for $4,950,000. President and CEO Robbie Briggs independently owns and operates Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty. For more information see briggsfreeman.com.
VIRGINIA COOK, REALTORS
Greg Page of Virginia Cook, Realtors Presents Gracious Home in Caruth Homeplace
This remarkable home rests on a secluded cul-de-sac lot within the premier Caruth Homeplace community, where a lush greenbelt and pergola enchant all upon arrival. A handsome gated and covered porch lead to the formal entry, which opens to more than 3,300 square feet of sunny living space showcasing impeccable craftsmanship accentuated by wood floors throughout. Four charming courtyards extend the choices for entertaining and relaxation to the outdoors. A spacious main living room features a fireplace and sitting area. The downstairs den also has a cozy fireplace, a high wood-beaming ceiling and flows into the breakfast area and kitchen for a combined space that offers a comfortable place for gathering. Natural light baths the kitchen’s sweeping granite counters and handsome backsplash while double ovens, a built-in refrigerator/freezer, butler’s pantry and abundant cabinetry make it easy to pamper loved ones with special meals to be savored in the formal dining room or at the dining bar. Three bedrooms and three full baths include the downstairs private master suite with a sitting area, built-ins and a wall of glass overlooking one of the courtyards. The sumptuous bath boasts separate walk-in closets, vanities and shower. Two additional large bedrooms, each with attached full bathrooms, are located upstairs. Added amenities include a utility room with a sink, two-car garage and access to the exclusive neighborhood club house, pool, tennis courts and park. 11 Lakeside is Offered at $1,200,000. For information, contact Greg Pape at 214-546-4066 or gpape@virginiacook.com.
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Phew! Thank goodness 2016 is in the rearview mirror. January is the month for taking stock, or this year it’s the month for a wild and woolly inaugural. People tend to do a couple of things: look at the year in review and make resolutions for the new one. The year 2016 was inextricably linked with the 1960s. Racial tensions not seen since the civil rights era were renewed; the thorn in our side since 1960, Fidel Castro, finally, finally died; and the presidential election was even weirder than that revolutionary one in 1968. Americans dominated once again in the Olympics. America became red and blue and black and blue. The stock market went through the roof. After the year of the tweet, methinks it’s safer to work on resolutions. 1. Cut the cord. No more Direct TV. Less news, more money. 2. Avoid Alec Baldwin. I was OD’d on the guy before SNL. He’s everywhere. 3. Clean out closets. 4. Get rid of the squirrels or rats that are in the attic. (Actually, this should be number 1.) 5. Eat less red meat and more veggies. 6. Take a fun trip somewhere I’ve never been. (Outside of Texas.) 7. Work on cellulite. (Actually, this should be number 2.) 8. Write chapter one of that next book that’s buzzing around in my brain. 9. Plant an herb garden but stop short of being a budget Martha Stewart. 10. ??? The problem with lists is that you feel like they have to be an even number, like ten tip-top things to do in 2017 or a dozen ways to kick off the New Year. And they’re always about self or home improvement. The other game that people
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LEN BOURLAND play is Predictions. Here goes. I predict my last grandchild will finally sleep through the night. I predict the stock market will break 20,000. I predict someone will finally time the stoplight at Northwest Highway and the Tollway so people don’t sit behind a red light maddeningly watching a green arrow with only two cars able to turn because the lights don’t align. Well, these are probably wishes, not predictions, but I can dream. It’s not a bad thing to stop and take stock of our lives, to try to reflect on our purpose, renew our goals, absorb history, and plan for the future. But after the celebration and the perusal and the stirring up of the gumbo of life, the best movie line to summarize life may be from 20 years ago in 1997: “What if this is as good as it gets?” In the movie bearing that title, when Jack Nicholson poses that question to the folks in the group therapy room of the shrink’s office there is a momentary look of panic on everyone’s faces. If you’re in a low place, that’s a scary question. If you’re flying high it’s a triumphant declaration, not a question. For most of us, life is twisted with the strands of some agony, some ecstasy, and a lot of in between. Once a year it’s probably a good thing to sit down and make a list. And start with the squirrel’s nest in the attic. Len Bourland can be reached on her website www.lenbourland. com and is the author of the new book Normal’s Just a Cycle on a Washing Machine.
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Goyne. “The stylish and contemporary new building will offer state-of-the-art technology and amenities.” The bank plans to occupy the first floor and lease out the second floor. “The location of our bank is a natural complement to the bank’s two existing banking centers — Mockingbird Lane and Lemmon near Love Field and the Uptown location at Knox Street/Travis,” Goyne said.
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avid Hurmis, Jr., 86, passed away peacefully on December 3, 2016 in Dallas. He was born to David and Judith Hurmis on February 21, 1930 in Chicago, Illinois where he grew up and attended school until joining the army and serving in
the Korean War. Upon his return from the war he married his sweetheart and wife of 59 years, Alice Hurmis, and with his family moved to Dallas in 1960 to open Tempo Decorative Fabric’s first office and warehouse in Texas. Dave worked in the drapery and fabric business until his retirement in 2012. He was a founding member of John Calvin Presbyterian Church where he worshiped and served in many capacities over the past six decades and was instrumental in raising funds for the construction of Presbyterian Hospital of Dallas. Dave was preceded in death by his wife Alice, his parents and his brother Arthur Hurmis. He leaves behind his son
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