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If passed, Lewisville ISD will use portions of the $1.23 billion bond on athletic complexes, such as Hebron High School's Brian Brazil Stadium.

COURTESY LEWISVILLE ISD

New bond, tax rate vote could help revitalize LISD

“Without access to additional revenue, [LISD] faces a $48 million decit budget that would impact student instruction and program opportunities,” Superintendent Lori Rapp said in an email.

annually for the district. There are seven total propositions, including the VATRE. If all propositions are approved, the district’s total tax rate will be reduced to $1.13 per $100 valuation—10.6 cents lower than last year’s.

BY DESTINE GIBSON AND TIM GLAZE

In addition to the $1.23 billion bond, Lewisville ISD voters will consider a voter-approval tax rate election, or VATRE, for the Nov. 7 election that could generate $37.5 million in additional funding

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Also in this issue

Impacts: Italian restaurant now open in Coppell (Page 4)

Government: Progress made on new Coppell re station (Page 6)

Election: Learn more about the 14 state propositions (Page 7)

Education: Coppell ISD ocials discuss security (Page 89)

www.lisdbond.com Lewisville ISD will have seven propositions on the November 7 ballot.

Prop A | Sustain competitive pay for staff, and maintain student instructional and extracurricular opportunities and programs of choice Prop B | Maintenance, repairs and renovations to LISD campuses and facilities Prop C | Update and purchase instructional technology equipment Prop D | Maintenance, repairs and renovations at athletics facilities Prop E | Maintenance, repairs and renovations at the Eastside and Westside Aquatic Centers Prop F | Maintenance, repairs and renovations to stadiums at Hebron, Flower Mound, The Colony, Marcus and Lewisville High Schools Prop G | Construction, improvements and/or renovations to multi-purpose indoor facilities at Hebron, Flower Mound, The Colony, Marcus and Lewisville High Schools

EARLY VOTING: OCT. 23 - NOV. 3

ELECTION DAY: TUESDAY, NOV. 7

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Impacts

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owned business provides customers a rental space for events and celebrations, such as birthday parties and weddings. • Opened July 9 • 101 E. Corporate Drive, Ste. 180, Lewisville • www.dlseventcenter.com 3 One Day Doors and Closets The interior doors and closets store opened in Lewisville, said co-owner Debi Rogers. It offers a selection of interior, closet and barn doors for sale as well as installation services. The company also designs, builds and installs custom closets for patrons. • Opened Sept. 23 4 Gas Coffee Co. Complete with indoor seating and a drive-thru, the Coppell coffee shop sells drinks such as espressos, flat whites and traditional macchiatos alongside different pastries. The company sources high-quality green coffees and roasts them with a sensitivity to their individual characteristics. • Opened July 16 • 833 S. Denton Tap Road, Coppell • www.gascoffee.co • 760 E. Main St., Ste. 302, Lewisville • www.onedaydoorsandclosets.com

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5 The Luxe Lewisville Construction will begin soon on The Luxe at Lewisville, a senior living community for people aged 55 and older, a company representative said. A groundbreaking ceremony for the senior living community is planned for late 2023. Amenities include a media room, library, hair salon, dog park, resort-style pool and yoga classes. • Construction scheduled to be completed by February 2025 • Corner of Round Grove Road and Ace Lane in Lewisville • No website is available at this time 6 Pathfinder Sports cricket facility Lewisville City Council approved a special-use permit for a cricket facility on Sept. 18. Pathfinder Sports is expected to open a 19,200 square-foot sports facility

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double smash burger; a caprese panini; pizza; salads; lasagna and traditional pasta; and a variety of other entrees. • Opened Aug. 28 • 110 W. Sandy Lake Road, Ste. 150, Coppell • www.sandanieleitalianeatery.com 2 DLS Event Center DLS Event Center is now open in Lewisville. The family-

Now open

1 San Daniele Italian Eatery and Bar The Italian restaurant is now open in Coppell, serving authentic cuisine and a selection of wines—while also serving a few classic American dishes, according to restaurant officials. Menu items at San Daniele include chicken pesto served with fettuccine noodles, pancetta, pesto cream, grilled chicken, parmesan and walnuts; a

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located near the southern end of Barfknecht Lane, approximately 1,540 feet south of Midway Road. The property will also have an outdoor practice field on the property’s east side to mitigate sound and light impacts. The facility will be open daily from 7 a.m.-10 p.m. Its outdoor practice field’s hours will be from 10 a.m.-10 p.m. daily. • Opening TBD • Located at Barfknecht Lane, Lewisville 7 Pasha Luxury Decor The home and decor shop is taking a space previously occupied by Shake Land in Lewisville, and will sell decorations and furnishings for the home and kitchen. • Opening this fall • 190 W. Main St., Ste. 103, Lewisville • Website and phone number not yet available 8 Dutch Bros Coffee Construction is underway for a new Dutch Bros Coffee opening in Lewisville, according to the company’s website. The coffee shop will feature a drive-thru and offer a variety of coffees from cold brews to Americanos, teas, smoothies and baked goods. • Opening in early 2024 • 815 W. Main St., Lewisville • www.dutchbros.com/t

In the news

9 Aw Shucks The oyster bar, celebrating its 40-year anniversary at its Lewisville location north of Main Street, first opened in 1983 and currently offers a wide variety of fresh seafood choices, including fried shrimp, oysters, catfish, boiled shrimp and crab legs, fresh grilled

seafood, fish tacos, po’boy sandwiches and more. • 1630 S. Stemmons Freeway, Lewisville • www.awshucksdallas.com

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Government

BY DESTINE GIBSON & CONNOR PITTMAN

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Cities agree on joint warehouse location Plans for a warehouse development progressed after Lewisville City Council approved an interlocal agreement with Coppell during a recent meeting. The gist Alliance Industrial plans to construct an approximately 80,000-square-foot distribu- tion warehouse at the southeast corner of State Highway 121 Business and Vista Ridge Mall Drive. The development will straddle the cities of Lewisville and Coppell. Most of the development is located in Lewisville, while a portion of parking and detention will be located in Coppell, according to the agenda item. Explained An interlocal agreement is the best option to allow a larger-scale and more cohesive development of the property, according to the agenda item. It outlines the responsibilities both cities have in regard to utilities, emergency services, and platting and permitting. The agreement was rst approved during an Aug. 8 meeting.

The Palladium USA single and multifamily development will be on Round Grove Road in Lewisville.

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Lewisville council approves future multifamily housing Lewisville City Council approved a pair of zone change requests that will bring a range of housing options to the city. The details Council approved plans for a four-story, 90-unit multifamily residential development at 305 E. Round Grove Road. The property will be owned by Palladium USA. Planned amenities include a dog park, a play- ground, a clubhouse and Operation Community Care, a nonprot that will coordinate with the property manager to provide counseling, job

training, a food pantry and social events, according to the agenda item. Also of note The applicant is using low-income housing tax credits for the project. Council approved a resolu- tion of support for the 9% tax credit project Feb. 20. Creating aordable housing is one of council’s 2023 priorities. “Palladium is legally required to own the property for 45 years at a minimum,” said Maxwell Fisher, the project’s applicant. “You’re not only getting a great development, but you’re also getting a rst-class management company.” What else? Council also approved a zone change request that will bring townhomes to Edmonds Lane. The development will provide 16 single-family detached houses on lots with a minimum area of 4,000 square feet, according to ocials.

Coppell awards construction bid for fth re station near Austin Elementary

reviewing the nal design documents. The rm will also provide eld inspections and visits, and budget management. The proposed re station is in its design stage as it progresses to the schematic design phase with PGAL Architects, ocials said. The re station is expected to help the re department “safeguard the lives and property of residents” and “ensure rapid responses,” according to the city website.

Progress continues to be made in the early stages of Fire Station No. 5 in Coppell, set to be built near Austin Elementary on Moore Road. Coppell City Council approved a construction contract costing $306,000 with Gallagher Con- struction Services during the Sept. 26 meeting. In a nutshell According to a council memo, Gallagher sta will assist the city in selecting a construction manager at risk, value engineering, budgeting and

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Election

BY HANNAH NORTON

Breaking down the 14 state propositions on the Nov. ballot

Texas voters will find 14 propositions to amend the state constitution on the Nov. 7 ballot. Community Impact spoke with Brandon Rottinghaus, a political science professor at the University of Houston, to break down each proposition. Constitutional amendment elections give Texans “a window into the policy process” and a “chance to participate” in state affairs, Rottinghaus said.

Proposition 10

Proposition 5

SJR 87 What it’s asking: Proposition 10 would prevent medical and biomedical manufacturers from paying taxes on their tangible personal property, which the majority of businesses are currently taxed on. Officials said this exemption would strengthen Texas’ medical industry.

HJR 3 What it’s asking: The state’s National Research University Fund would be replaced with the Texas University Fund. Four universities—Texas Tech University, the University of Houston, the University of North Texas and Texas State University—would qualify for the research endowment. Roughly $273 million would be set aside for 2024-25.

SOURCES: TEXAS SECRETARY OF STATE, TEXAS LEGISLATURE ONLINE/ COMMUNITY IMPACT

Proposition 1

House Joint Resolution 126 What it’s asking: This proposition aims to increase landowners’ rights to regulate what happens on their property and limit state or federal interference.

Proposition 11

Proposition 6

SJR 32 What it’s asking: This proposition would create the El Paso County Conservation and Reclamation District. Various counties and regions in Texas have similar districts, which tax local residents to support the creation and development of water services and other facilities.

SJR 75 What it’s asking: Voters can decide whether to establish the Texas Water Fund, which would support new and existing water projects across the state. The Texas Water Development Board would oversee the new fund.

Proposition 2

Senate Joint Resolution 64 What it’s asking: City and county governments would be allowed to offer a property tax exemption to child care facilities. Rottinghaus said this would reduce property tax burdens on child care organizations, which many families rely on.

Proposition 7

Proposition 12

SJR 93 What it’s asking: This proposition would establish the Texas Energy Fund, which would finance the construction, maintenance and operation of electric facilities to ensure the state power grid remains reliable. The Public Utility Commission of Texas would oversee the new fund.

HJR 134 What it’s asking: This proposition would eliminate the Galveston County Treasurer’s Office. If approved, other county officials would take over the duties of the treasurer. All Texas voters can vote on the proposition, but it only takes effect if a majority of Galveston County voters authorize it.

Proposition 3

HJR 132 What it’s asking: This proposition asks voters to prevent a wealth tax, which is based on a person or entity’s assets, from being imposed in the future. Texas does not currently have any form of wealth taxes.

Proposition 8

Proposition 13

HJR 125 What it’s asking: Proposition 8 asks voters to authorize the creation of the Texas Broadband Infrastructure Fund, which would help expand high-speed internet access statewide. The Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts would oversee the new fund.

HJR 107 What it’s asking: Voters can decide whether to raise the mandatory retirement period from 70-75 years old to 75-79 years old for justices and judges on appellate, district and criminal district courts.

Proposition 4

HJR 2, from the second special session What it’s asking: Voters can decide to authorize a $100,000 property tax exemption for Texans’ primary homes; establish a temporary 20% limit on annual value increases for nonhomestead properties worth $5 million or less; require members of appraisal boards in counties of over 75,000 people to serve staggered four-year terms; and prevent funds allocated for property tax relief from going against the state’s constitutional spending limit.

Proposition 9

Proposition 14

HJR 2, from the regular session What it’s asking: Voters can approve a cost-of- living adjustment for many former teachers. To combat inflation, teachers who retired before 2001 would get a 6% adjustment, those who retired between 2001-13 would get a 4% adjustment, and those who retired between 2013-20 would get a 2% adjustment.

SJR 74 What it’s asking: This proposition would create the Texas Centennial Parks Conservation Fund, which would support the creation and improvement of state parks. The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department would oversee the new fund.

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Education

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LISD construction updates Lewisville ISD campuses will undergo current and future construction updates as part of the ongoing 2017 bond package.

• New band towers at all high schools • Enlarged parking lot at LISD Student Success Center • New band hall, technology lab at Lamar Middle School • New press box at The Colony High School football stadium

• New multipurpose gymnasium at The Colony High School set for summer 2024 • Renovations to LISD’s Technology, Exploration & Career Center East set for March 2024

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Hebron stadium renamed for coach Hebron High School honored late football coach Brian Brazil and unveiled the renamed football stadium before the school’s home- coming game Sept. 29. Brazil coached at the school for 23 years until his retirement in May 2022. Brazil died July 5 and is survived by his wife, Birdie Brazil, and his three children, Danielle, Gabrielle and David Brazil, all of whom were present during the event.

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Lewisville ISD talks construction, wellness The Oct. 2 Lewisville ISD board of trustees meeting included updates for the 2023-24 school year, including construction updates for campuses across the district. What you need to know In a presentation discussing their plans for the upcoming school year, the LISD School Health Advisory Council committee announced the following items:

• A subcommittee will be formed for elementary campuses to monitor student’s physical activity and movement throughout the day. • A Fentanyl Poisoning Awareness week will take place to educate students in grades 6-12 about the dangers of the drug, as established by House Bill 3908. • The continued collaboration with Aramark Student Nutrition to sample food and provide feedback. • Randy Fite, LISD’s executive director of con- struction, presented the district’s construction updates that took place during the summer, some of which were part of a 2017 bond.

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STEAM classes now in Coppell elementaries Coppell ISD has introduced a science, technology, engineering, arts and math curriculum to all elementary schools for the 2023-24 school year. Students will attend the STEAM courses once a week, district officials said. A closer look The curriculum promotes hands-on projects to enhance problem-solving skills, while also emphasizing teamwork and communication by having students work together in groups, district officials said. Quote of note “This initiative cohesively aligns with the current STEAM pathways in CISD middle and high schools,” CISD Superintendent Brad Hunt said in a release.

Staff retention, safety discussed by Coppell ISD Coppell ISD board of trustees unanimously voted to approve campus improvement plans for the 2023-24 fiscal year during the Sept. 25 meeting. Zooming In Chief Operations Officer Chris Trotter discussed safety and security updates, noting the district is partnering with the Dallas County Sheriff’s Office to provide advanced law enforcement rapid response training—an eight-hour program for school officers. Campus walkthroughs will also be conducted with newly hired firefighters and first responders so they are able to navigate the district buildings, Trotter said. He added that campus principals have the ability to add tornado and lockdown drills—in addition to fire drills—throughout the school year.

"Retention rates have lowered in public education in Coppell in the past few years due to the lack of respect for public educators and quality pay for educators.” LAURA SPRINGER, COPPELL HIGH SCHOOL PRINCIPAL

Also this year, Coppell High School will receive $30,000 toward intervention materials and additional tutoring resources. Also of note Coppell High School Principal Laura Springer said in a presentation to the board that improve- ments must be made to the public education system in order to “strengthen ... recruiting, hiring, mentoring and retention systems to keep individuals wanting to work and stay in public education.”

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Transportation

Real estate

BY COLBY FARR

DCTA reports 21,000 GoZone riders in Lewisville this summer

Number of homes sold

August 2022

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Each ZIP code except 75019 saw an increase in median homes sales prices in August 2023 compared to last year. Three ZIP codes saw a decrease in year-over-year home sales, while only two saw increases.

The Denton County Transportation Authority’s GoZone on-demand rideshare service saw ridership reach new peaks halfway through 2023—including a bevy of users in Lewisville during May, June and July, according to a sta presentation. Chief Operating Ocer Maurice Bell and Javier Trilla, innovation and information technology vice president, delivered a presentation on performance indicators to the board of directors Aug. 24. What happened The local service, which oers rides in Denton County, saw a 32% growth in rides between the second quarter of 2022 and the second quarter of 2023, according to the presentation. Specically, ridership in Lewisville reached 21,000 riders in May, June and July, Bell said. “Lewisville is probably one of the most unique because we see some real good numbers and it continues to maintain its steady peak,” Bell said.

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From the cover

New bond, tax rate vote could help revitalize LISD

Current situation

Two-minute impact

The VATRE was triggered when the Lewisville ISD board adopted a tax rate greater than the calculated rate set by state law during the most recent legislative session. The revenue generated from the VATRE would be used to sustain competitive pay for sta, per district ocials, as well as maintain extracurric- ular opportunities and programs of choice, such as career and technical education classes, or CTE; science, technology, engineering and mathematics

instruction; world languages; leadership classes; ne arts; and athletics. The shortfall the district faces if the VATRE does not pass will aect teacher compensation and facility upgrades, among other district needs, ocials said. “The district has already undertaken cost-cut- ting measures to help close the decit as it asks voters to consider additional funding through the VATRE,” Rapp said.

The majority of the 2017 bond projects— about $737 million worth of projects—have been completed, Rapp said, and the funds from the upcoming bond will be put to use immediately if approved by voters. The propositions are: • The VATRE, listed as Proposition A, will provide funds for staff pay, student instruction and programs. • Proposition B funds maintenance and updates to campuses and facilities. • Proposition C funds instructional technology equipment. • Proposition D funds maintenance, repairs and renovations at athletics facilities. • Proposition E funds updates at the district’s aquatic centers. • Proposition F funds updates to stadiums at the district’s ive high schools. • Proposition G funds indoor multipurpose facilities.

Tax rate (per $100 valuation)

$1.2368 (current)

$1.1301 (if passed)

$1.5

$1.25

$0 $1

2015-16 2016-17 2017-18 2018-19 2019-20 Fiscal year

2020-21 2021-22 2022-23 2023-24

SOURCE: LEWISVILLE ISDCOMMUNITY IMPACT

Proposition E: $16.2M

Proposition F: $19.9M

The impact

“As board members, we aim to act in the best interests of the district and be stewards of taxpayer dollars. This proposal does both.” JENNY PROZNIK, LISD BOARD MEMBER

Proposition D: $31.3M

Proposition C: $69.6M

Over 88% of the propositions are dedicated to maintaining the facilities and technology over the district’s 127 square miles, LISD board President Jenny Proznik said in an email. For instance, Proposition B, which would provide the largest amount of funds, would help the district acquire additional security equipment and school buses.

Proposition G: $131.8M

Proposition B: $960.5M

NOTE: PROP A IS THE VATRE

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Diving in deeper

What's next

Four of the bond’s propositions aim to address the athletic department’s needs. The bond proposes adding new indoor multipur- pose facilities at three high schools and expanding the existing facilities at two high schools. Athletic facilities would also receive maintenance. LISD’s athletic programs have grown over the past 20 years, Athletic Director Cristie Liles said in an email. The district serves more than 38,000 students through ne arts and athletics programs. “The projects in this proposal will give students an extended opportunity to have the ability to reach higher goals,” she said. Some facilities have multiple uses. The aquatic centers host swim lessons, parties and club sports. “These facilities are in constant use by the community and LISD, and are a source of revenue for the district,” Liles said. Planned athletics upgrades include: • Football stadiums at all LISD high schools

Residents who are registered to vote have until Nov. 3 to vote early for the proposed Lewisville ISD bond and VATRE. Election Day is Nov. 7. Dates to know Oct. 23: First day of early voting Oct. 27: Last day to apply for ballot by mail (received, not postmarked) Nov. 3: Last day of early voting Nov. 7: Election Day and the last day to receive ballot by mail (or Nov. 8 if carrier envelope is postmarked by 7 p.m. at location of election) Where to vote Residents can vote in person at any of the eight venues located within Lewisville ISD in Lewisville, Flower Mound and The Colony. Location addresses can be found at www.votedenton.gov. Additional information can be found at www.lisd.net.

Max Goldsmith Stadium at Lewisville High School is slated to receive upgrades if the bond passes.

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• Natatorium at Eastside and Westside Aquatic Centers • Indoor Multipurpose Athletic Centers at all LISD high schools • Locker rooms, eld houses, tennis courts and concession areas at all LISD schools

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Events

BY JONATHAN PERRIELLO

October

November

Rocktober Halloween Bash Lewisville residents can celebrate this Halloween with family-friendly trick-or-treating at businesses along Main Street. The event will feature carnival attractions, bounce houses, food trucks and local vendors. Attendees can also enjoy live music following the trick- or-treating. • Oct. 27, 5-9 p.m. • Free (admission) • Wayne Ferguson Plaza, 150 W. Church St., Lewisville • www.playlewisville.com/parks/park-listings/ wayne-ferguson-plaza Castle Hills Fall Festival For fall-themed family fun, Lewisville residents can attend the annual Castle Hills Fall Festival. Events include face painters, balloon artists, bounce houses, carnival games, a 3D inflatable corn maze and pumpkin decorating benefiting the Hebron High School Choir. Halloween costumes will also be permitted, and guests can purchase dinner and drinks from vendors at the Village Shops. • Oct. 28, 4-7 p.m. • Free • Castle Hills Village Shops, 2520 King Arthur Blvd., Lewisville • www.castlehillsvillageshops.com

The Greatest Piano Men Theater lovers can enjoy a production of “The Great Piano Men” from Jeff Davis, executive producer of Broadway’s “Rock of Ages.” The show celebrates pianists such as Little Richard, Jerry Lee Lewis and Ray Charles to Stevie Wonder, Elton John, Liberace and Billy Joel. Guests can expect storytelling, videos and 25 hit songs, including “Good Golly Miss Molly,” “Superstition” and “Rocket Man.” • Nov. 4, 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. • $46 • Coppell Arts Center, 505 Travis St., Coppell • www.coppellartscenter.org Taste of Coppell The city’s premier food festival will showcase the diversity and quality of Coppell’s local dining options. Music and activities will be on hand as well, and guests will receive unlimited food and beverage tastes from showcased restaurants, caterers and food trucks, as well as craft beers and wines. • Nov. 4, 4-7 p.m. • $40 for adults, $10 for children • Four Points by Sheraton, 1580 Point W. Blvd., Coppell • http://coppellchamber.org

Sammy and the Congregation Enjoy live music from a six-piece band led by Grammy Award-nominated drummer Sammy Miller. The jazz group has played all over the world, including at the White House and the Newport Jazz Festival. Concessions will be open before the performance. • Nov. 19, 6 p.m. • $40 • Coppell Arts Center, 505 Travis St., Coppell • www.sammymillercongregation.com

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Dining

BY JONATHAN PERRIELLO

Snow crab is oered at market price.

The restaurant sells fresh catsh, shrimp and oysters, shrimp and sh cocktails, crab legs and more.

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Flying Fish serves up seafood dishes in Coppell Over 20 years ago, owner and restaurateur Shan- non Wynne opened the rst Flying Fish seafood restaurant in Little Rock, Arkansas. By 2019 Wynne had opened a Flying Fish in Coppell after a long history in the restaurant and bar industry. The backstory Wynne has opened nine Rodeo Goat burger

pictures of sh, an outdoor deck and a rustic industrial feel, Wynne said. There is also a hiking trail where parents can walk around the lake or take their kids shing. “It’s a beautiful restaurant,” he said. What’s on the menu The restaurant sells fresh catsh, shrimp and oysters, grilled sh, shrimp cocktail, sh cocktail, crab legs, burgers, chicken, and mudbugs or craw- sh in season. It also oers a specialty selection of grilled salmon, trout or tilapia, Wynne said. Some of the bestsellers have been the fried catsh and the catsh with shrimp, each served with a side of fries and hush puppies, Wynne said.

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Blackall Photography nds niche in Lewisville Photographer Kelly Blackall said she will never forget the red hue of her grandfather’s darkroom, the heavy scent of developer and the feel of the wooden tongs on paper as they dipped photos. Blackall’s grandfather helped sow the seeds of her passion as a child by gifting her a blue Fisher-Price camera, which she owns to this day. Years later, she took the plunge and started her own photography business, Blackall Photography in Lewisville. The backstory Blackall began taking photography more seri-

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