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Flower Mound Highland Village Argyle Edition VOLUME 9, ISSUE 2 DEC. 9, 2025JAN. 9, 2026

2025 Senior Living Edition

Argyle ISD considers portables amid growth

BY MARY KATHERINE SHAPIRO

Argyle ISD is experiencing rapid growth and showing no signs of slowing down, according to data from Zonda Education, the district’s demographer. Enrollment is rising faster than new schools can be built, leading AISD to prepare for a temporary shift to portable classrooms. AISD’s growth has strained campuses to this point despite more than $685 million in voter-ap- proved bonds over the past two years. The district broke ground on Ele- mentary School No. 5 on Nov. 18 and has plans for additional school facili- ties, but these new buildings will not be ready for students until the 2027-28 school year. “Short-term portable classrooms may be used until the new campus opens,” AISD Superintendent Courtney Carpenter said. “It’s a delicate balance, meeting today’s needs while responsi- bly preparing for tomorrow’s growth.”

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Also in this issue

Read more about Shake Shack’s new location coming to The Shops at Highland Village Impacts Page 5

Check out the story behind a local Argyle boutique, TBK-The Bee’s Knees Business Page 12

Amber Bridges teaches art at Argyle West Elementary School, which is projected to have 1,000 students—150 over capacity—in 202930. (Courtesy Argyle ISD)

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4 Pigtails and Crewcuts The salon has themed vehicle chairs, books, movies, video games and a variety of toys for children to play with while in the building. There is also a retail section with children’s hair products, accessories, gifts and ear

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5 Quandary Kitchen & Market The restaurant’s menu includes a blackened chicken sandwich, a gourmet grilled cheese and rocky mountain kabobs. The market sells soups, lasagnas, charcuterie boards, dishware, trays and towels. • Opened Oct. 28 • 429 US 377, Argyle • www.quandarykitchen.com

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6 Ambition Dance Productions The dance studio teaches classes for students starting at 2 years old and continuing to adults. Classes are offered for several dance styles, including ballet, tap, lyrical, jazz and contemporary. • Opening in January 2026 • 2800 Village Parkway, Ste. 710, Highland Village • www.ambitiondancepro.com 7 Green Bird The business will offer five golf simulator bays, and a full bar with food. • Opening in winter 2026 • 5701 Long Prairie Road, Ste. 200, Flower Mound • www.playgreenbird.com 8 inLIFE Wellness The business offers classes based on reformer Pilates, which combines a typical Pilates class with strength, cardio and barre exercise modalities, or types of exercises. • Opening Jan. 17, 2026 • 1901 Long Prairie Road, Ste. 116, Flower Mound • www.inlifewellness.com/flower-mound-info-page

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said. Although the practice’s primary focus is treating athletes with sports injuries, anyone can come to the clinic to receive care, he said. • Opened Nov. 4 • 2820 Village Parkway, Ste. 625, Highland Village • www.fortitudeperformancept.com 3 MaxStrength Fitness The business offers 20-minute sessions with a private trainer for customers twice a week. Individuals can purchase workout session packages for 6, 12 or 18 months, its website states. • Opened Oct. 27 • 4951 Long Prairie Road, Ste. 120, Flower Mound • www.maxstrengthfitness.com/location/flowermound

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1 Flower Mound RV & Boat Storage The business offers storage for boats, RVs, cars, jet skis and motorcycles. Flower Mound RV & Boat Storage also offers an on-site dog wash and an air, water and dump station. • Opened Nov. 5 • 7300 Hawk Road, Flower Mound • www.flowermoundrvboatstorage.com 2 Fortitude Performance Physical Therapy The cash-based physical therapy clinic offers one-on- one treatment for orthopedic injuries, owner Zach Dixon

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9 Twisted Goat Coffee The coffee shop will offer specialty coffee roasts and bakery items. • Opening in spring 2026 • 4251 Cross Timbers Road, Flower Mound • www.twistedgoatcoffee.com 10 Vinifera Wine Lounge & Bistro Vinifera will have a curated selection of wines and a menu with seafood, charcuterie boards and small plates. The business will also have patio seating and a private dining space. • Expected to open Dec. 5

12 Work Simple The coworking space will have private meeting rooms as well as high-speed Wi-Fi, on-site parking and break out rooms. Construction on Work Simple is expected to begin in December and wrap up in February 2026. • 1001 Cross Timbers Road, Floor 2, Ste. 2300, Flower Mound • Facebook: Work Simple

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13 Brightside Boutique The business offered a selection of handbags, jewelry, clothing, makeup and more. Ann Wolf, the owner of Brightside Boutique and the adjoining Merle Norman studio, plans to retire after 27 years in business. • Closed Nov. 29 • 1400 Shoal Creek, Ste. 150, Highland Village • www.brightsideboutique.net 14 Success Space The business offered membership-based services, including rentals for private office space, a multimedia studio and conference rooms. • Closed in November • 6050 Long Prairie Road, Ste. 100, Flower Mound • www.success.space/_location/flower-mound

• 4120 River Walk Drive, Flower Mound • Facebook: Vinifera Wine Lounge & Bistro

15 Hurtado Barbecue The menu will include brisket plates, beef ribs, turkey, house-made sausage, burgers and sandwiches. A brunch menu will also be offered with pork belly butt on French toast, fish and brisket. • Opening in March 2026 • 421 US 377, Argyle • www.hurtadobbq.com

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11 Shake Shack The menu includes burgers, French fries, hot dogs, chicken sandwiches, milkshakes and more. Construction is slated to begin in December and wrap up in June 2026. • 4000 Waller Creek, Highland Village • www.shakeshack.com

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BY ADAM DOE, CONNOR PITTMAN & MARY KATHERINE SHAPIRO

335-acre Eden Ranch proposal moves forward Several requests, including for rezoning and an update to the thoroughfare master plan, for the nearly 335-acre conservation development Eden Ranch were approved by Flower Mound officials. Council approved four requests—one for rezoning, one for a thoroughfare master plan amendment, one for a land dedication for a park and park dedication fees, and one for removing several trees—during the Nov. 3 meeting. The details Before the modifications were approved as development regulations, Eden Ranch was expected to have 158 residential lots. Modified development standards include: • Limiting the number of 0.75-acre lots with widths under 150 feet from 52 to 26 • Allowing one 1-acre lot to have a minimum

Argyle ISD OKs $2.55M for 16 buses Due to projected district growth, the Argyle ISD board of trustees approved the purchase of 16 additional buses for the 2026-27 school year at a Nov. 17 meeting. Zoom in The buses will cost nearly $2.55 million, and funding will come from the 2022 bond, per district documents. District officials estimate the buses will arrive in spring 2026. “We went through our numbers, went through our enrollment, went through our routing and determined that we need 16 new buses,” Executive Director of District Operations Thomas Ledford said.

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width of 100 feet • Permitting 25 lots with a width minimum between 110 feet and 150 feet The proposed conservation development also includes a 9.35-acre park with a retention pond that will be dredged and refurbished to meet town standards. The developer will also be required to pay park development fees totaling $233,184. Also of note Additionally, there are around 147 acres of open space included in the plan, with potential uses including greenhouses, shade structures along the trail and a community center.

The district is buying: • 14 77-passenger buses • Two 14-passenger buses

Mill Street Elementary to become a preschool following low accountability ratings Lewisville ISD officials voted to repurpose Mill Street Elementary School to an early childhood education center for the 2026-27 school year at a TEA data shows that roughly two thirds of Mill Street students were in the bilingual program during the 2024-25 school year.

“This is an investment in students and this is an investment in their future success.” JENNY PROZNIK, BOARD PRESIDENT

The plan states nonbilingual students will be reassigned to the STEM Academy at Valley Ridge Elementary School. “This is about setting kids up for success for the long term. This will not be a quick turnaround program,” board President Jenny Proznik said.

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The plan, if approved by the TEA, will reassign Mill Street’s 616 students to one of four different campuses based on bilingual status and location.

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Transportation

BY HEATHER MCCULLOUGH

Argyle Town Council discusses median improvements ahead of US 377 work

Town-funded median breaks and landscaping infrastructure

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the medians in the middle of the road, we want to have an option to put landscaping on the west side of US 377 between the highway and the railroad tracks,” he said. The agreement also includes direct and indirect state costs, which are based on percentages of the construction cost, according to town documents. The total cost for these improvements has not been finalized, and town staff will bring the final agreement to council for approval at the Dec. 15 meeting. At that time, town staff will propose using street sales tax funds as the funding source for the projects, Town Manager Mike Sims said. Looking ahead TxDOT officials estimate the US 377 project will go out to bid in June, according to town documents.

Town Council discussed an advance funding agreement with the Texas Department of Trans- portation at the Nov. 17 meeting. This agreement would fund median enhancements for the US 377 reconstruction. What’s happening? The advance funding agreement will include median breaks to enter the Waterbrook neighbor- hood and Point Bank, and infrastructure to add landscaping along US 377, Director of Community Development Harrison Wicks said. The cost for irrigation infrastructure is estimated to be $468,450, and the cost for both median breaks is estimated to be $150,000, the latter of which may be reimbursed by the Waterbrook and Point Bank property owners, Wicks said. “Not only do we want to have landscaping along

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4 Morriss Road Project: Work includes installing 4,400 linear feet of a 30-inch water line along Morriss Road. Update: Substantial completion of the project is expected in December. • Timeline: December 2024-January 2026 • Cost: nearly $7.44 million • Funding sources: town impact fees, utility debt and grants

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Update: Flower Mound Town Council approved a contract with F&F Construction for the project Nov. 17, which will be completed ahead of a planned widening project along the roadway. • Timeline: January 2026-June 2026 • Cost: around $3.1 million • Funding source: town street maintenance sales tax funds

Upcoming projects

1 Amhearst Lane Project: A full reconstruction of the street, sidewalk and barrier-free ramps on the roadway, and rebuilding the water main and portions of the sewer line under the road. Update: A design contract for the road’s improvements was approved by council in November. The design phase is expected to last until next summer, according to town ocials. • Timeline: fall 2026-summer 2027 • Cost: $2.7 million • Funding sources: town street reconstruction bonds and utility debt 2 Lakeside Parkway Project: Construction will include the replacement of deteriorating concrete panels along Lakeside Parkway between Long Prairie Road and town limits.

• Cost: about $118,120 • Funding source: town street maintenance sales tax funds 5 Wichita Trail Project: The two-phase street project includes construction starting 550 south of Cardinal Drive and Bayshore Drive. Update: The nal task for the project, which includes intersection work at the Twin Coves Park entrance, began Dec. 1. • Timeline: March-late December • Cost: $2.7 million • Funding source: town street maintenance sales tax funds

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3 Flower Mound Road Project: Work on the street will include pavement joint sealing, which helps make sure that moisture is not able to get to the road’s subgrade, which can lead to further damage. Update: During construction, there will be daily lane

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Development

BY HEATHER MCCULLOUGH, CONNOR PITTMAN & MARY KATHERINE SHAPIRO

Read more about 3 local development updates

Magnolia Village

Tribes Church

Highland Village City Council approved the nal steps for development of the Magnolia Village subdivision at a Nov. 11 meeting. The approximately 4.35 acre-community is located at 102 Barnett Blvd. DJB Development, the site’s developer, requested a zoning change to allow patio homes in 2024. Per city documents, the development includes: • 25 lots for new single-family patio homes

Argyle Town Council approved the site plan for Tribes Church at the Nov. 17 meeting. The church will be located on 6.96 acres and include a 194-seat sanctuary and chil- dren’s area, according to town documents. Construction will begin in March 2026 and take a year to complete, said Gavin Papit, the lead pastor at Tribes Church.

The Magnolia Village subdivision will include 25 lots for single-family patio homes.

• Sidewalks within the development • A sidewalk along Barnett Boulevard

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In addition, the face of all garage doors cannot be closer than 20 feet from the edge of any side- walk within the community. City sta also specied that the builder must plant two 4-inch trees in the front yard of each house in the community, per city documents.

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square feet, according to town documents. All homes within the subdivision will be built in one phase, per town documents.

Flower Mound’s planning and zoning commis- sion approved a subdivision site plan for a 14-home neighborhood called Pine Hill in mid-November. Because no modications were requested, no council approval was required for the site plan. The neighborhood will include 14 single-family homes in the subdivision, which is located o of FM 1171 near the Grace Park neighborhood. Lots within the neighborhood must be at least 8,000

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Events

BY ADAM DOE

December

Horse-drawn Carriage Rides Take a ride in a horse-drawn carriage around The Shops at Highland Village. Rides are complimentary, and will take place every weekend through Dec. 21 at The Shops. • Dec. 12, 13, 14, 20,; 4-8 p.m.; Dec. 14, 21, 2-6 p.m. • Free • 1701 Shoal Creek, Highland Village • www.theshopsathighlandvillage.com/events Incognito at Marty B’s Classic rock cover band Incognito will perform at Marty B’s in Bartonville. Incognito performs hits from classic rock bands, including The Eagles and Rush.

• Dec. 12, 7-10 p.m. • Free (admission)

• 2664 FM 407, Bartonville • www.martybsplace.com

Tom Petty tribute concert in Bartonville Dallas-based Tom Petty tribute band Petty Theft will perform at the Bartonville store. Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers’ hits include Last Dance with Mary Jane and Free Fallin’. • Dec. 12, 6 p.m. (doors), 8:30 p.m. (show) • $22.77-$432 Breakfast with Santa Enjoy a pancake breakfast with Santa Claus at Flower Mound’s Community Activity Center. Guests can make crafts and write a wishlist for Santa. • Dec. 13, 8-10:30 a.m. • $11-$14 (registration required) • 1200 Gerault Road, Flower Mound • www.flowermound.gov/112/Special-Events • 96 McMakin Road, Bartonville • www.thebartonvillestore.com Pet photos with Santa Bring your furry friend to meet Santa Claus for a holiday photo session every Monday through Dec. 22 at The Shops at Highland Village. All pets are required to be on a leash and owners must sign a waiver before their pet meets Santa.

Christmas at the Ranch Enjoy Christmas festivities at Double Tree Ranch Park in Highland Village. The event will feature bounce houses, reindeer and food vendors. • Dec. 13, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

• Free (admission) • 310 Highland Village Road, Highland Village • www.highlandvillage.org/992/ Christmas-at-the-Ranch

• Dec. 15, 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; Dec 22., 10 a.m.-8 p.m. • $35-$86 • 1701 Shoal Creek, Highland Village • www.theshopsathighlandvillage.com/event Pajama story time Children of all ages and their caregivers are welcome to wear cozy pajamas to the Flower Mound Public Library’s pajama story time. • Dec. 18, 6:30-7:30 • 3030 Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound • Free • https://fmlibrary.libnet.info/event/14461607 New Year’s Noon Ring in the new year while the sun still shines at The

Shops at Highland Village New Year’s Noon celebration. This kid-friendly party will feature a dance party and DJ, along with a countdown to noon, ending in a balloon drop. • Dec. 31, 11 a.m.- 1 p.m. • Free • 1701 Shoal Creek, Highland Village • www.theshopsathighlandvillage.com/events New Year’s Eve Party at Hilltop Truck Park Celebrate the new year at Hilltop Food Truck park with a DJ, door prizes and drink specials. • Dec. 31, 6 p.m. • Free (admission) • 1387 FM 407, Argyle • www.facebook.com/events/1457750228780783

DCTA presents the LISD “Destination: Success” Achievement Award

Honor Jones, 10th grade student at Lewisville HS Harmon Future aspirations: Video Game Developer “This year he has really taken his talents to the big screen as a member of our Fighting Farmer TV cast. This was a new adventure for him and we are so proud seeing his segments… twice a month. With his appearance on FFTV he’s able to brighten up every classroom at Harmon.” — Rachel Flanders, Principal, Lewisville HS Harmon

“My coding teacher at TECC East has made a difference in my life because he noticed I was struggling and he didn’t just let me fall behind, he was honest with me and it saved me…and I am going to try [the class] again next year.”

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Business

BY HEATHER MCCULLOUGH

Buckert hosts two or three events a month, which include Mahjong nights or seasonal craft workshops.

Buckert brings in new products weekly, including holiday-themed products.

The shop has a booth at Painted Tree in Highland Village and a store in Argyle, Buckert said.

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TBK- The Bees Knees aims to bring shoppers joy

Owner Aimee Buckert seeks to make shopping a joyful experience for customers.

Mahjong, a Chinese tile-based game and hosts game nights each month. “I love giving people a reason to spend time together,” she said. Looking ahead Buckert dreams of expanding to sell men’s products. “I think it would be cool to have a one-stop shop where [men are] willing to shop,” she said. Buckert is also looking to oer her products online.

TBK- The Bees Knees owner Aimee Buckert seeks to make shopping a joyful experience. “I want [customers] to know that if you need an outt, you’re going to nd something here,” Buckert said. What they oer Buckert brings in new products weekly, includ- ing dresses, candles and denim. “It’s been important for me to nd the best denim and continually updating the styles,” she said. TBK has a small collection of accessories for

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Lazi Cow The tea shop offers boba tea, coffee drinks, smoothies and milk shakes, according to their website. Lazi Cow opened their first Dallas-Fort Worth location in Frisco in August 2024 and their second in Colleyville in August 2025. • Opened Nov. 2 • 1800 Brinker Road, Ste. 250, Denton • https://lazicowtexas.square.site

Noodle One The restaurant, which is Halal-certified, serves beef noodle soup, stir-fry noodles and wok-tossed fried rice, the eatery’s website states. • Opened in October

Hopdoddy Burger Bar The eatery serves a variety of burger choices including the Cadillac Wagyu, Tikka Masala and the Magic Shroom. Non-beef burgers are also available. Milkshake options include Midnight Mocha, Nutella Chocolate Pretzel and more. • Opened Nov. 11 • 8565 W. University Drive, Ste. 100, McKinney • www.hopdoddy.com

• 3311 Preston Road, Frisco • www.noodleonetx.com

Plano

Richardson

Roanoke

Pizza Guys The eatery’s menu features a variety of pizza crust options including cheese-stuffed, signature, thick, thin and heart-shaped. A create your own pizza option is available as well as standard menu items, including Cup & Crisp Pepperoni Duo. • Opened Oct. 18 • 9617 Coit Road, Ste.109, Plano • www.pizzaguys.com

OG Chicken and Gyro The restaurant serves New York-style halal dishes and street food in Richardson. Featured menu items include chicken and gyro platters, classic Philly cheesesteaks, chicken wings, smash burgers and “Fajiros,” a fusion of fajitas and cheesy pita bread. • Opened Oct. 17 • 300 Terrace Drive, Ste. 312, Richardson • Instagram: og.chickengyro

Enea’s Pizzeria The restaurant is now serving New York-style pizza in Roanoke, owner Edmond Gjekaj said. The pizzeria serves big slices made with fresh ingredients and hand-tossed dough. The restaurant also serves calzones, chicken wings, salads and sandwiches. • Opened Oct. 6

• 500 N. US 377, Roanoke • www.eneaspizzeria.com

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Argyle ISD considers portables amid growth From the cover

How we got here

What’s happening

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One of the factors driving AISD’s growth is the amount of residential development in the area. Town Manager Mike Sims said the town of Argyle’s population has increased by over 50% in the past five years because of the town’s location. Within AISD’s boundaries, there are 27 subdivisions with active development and 17 future subdivi- sions in various stages of planning, according to district documents. The Harvest development, which is zoned for Jane Ruestmann Elementary, has a total of 640 occu- pied homes with 118 more under construction. In addition, all 2,300 acres of Furst Ranch in western Flower Mound are zoned for AISD.

bond in May to fund new school construction, land purchases, and bus and technology infrastructure improvements. However, three elementary campuses are within five students of capacity. “As enrollment continues to rise and class sizes exceed state limits, portable buildings may be needed temporarily,” Slaton said. Chief Communications Officer Rick Herrin said the number of portables the district might need is unknown and will depend on the demographer’s report, which is expected mid-December. The cost of portables will depend on market rates, Herrin said.

Over the past five years, AISD enrollment increased by 2,246 students, a nearly 77% increase, according to district documents. This trend is unique to AISD as most other districts in the Region 11 Education Service District, an organization that provides support to public schools, are seeing enrollment numbers decrease, according to Zonda Education. “Argyle ISD’s reputation for academic excellence, strong extracurricular programs and a close-knit community continues to attract families,” board President Sam Slaton said. The district passed a $262 million bond in 2022, and voters approved another $423 million

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SOURCE: ARGYLE ISD/COMMUNITY IMPACT

“Families want to be part of a district that combines high expec- tations with personal connections, and Argyle [ISD] embodies that balance,” Slaton said.

Argyle ISD's past growth and projected growth

+139.21%

6K 8K 10K

The impact

Argyle ISD’s general fund The majority of AISD’s spending for FY 2025-26 is going toward instruction.

Instructional expenditures have increased along with growth. Carpenter said AISD hired 50 new teaching positions ahead of the 2025-26 school year to keep class size ratios at the recommended 22-1 ratio. Of the district’s $67.89 million in projected expenses, $55.23 million was allocated to payroll.

Payroll: $55.34M Other: $12.55M

$67.89M total budget

School years

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The town of Argyle is also growing along with the school district over the past five years, and town officials are working to balance residential and commer- cial development. “We’ve had this really big burst of residential growth, and right now we’re trying to see if we can balance out in a much more thoughtful way and concentrate on some commercial growth,” Sims said. Current efforts are centered on strengthening the downtown area by attracting more restaurants and small businesses, Sims said. Although beneficial for the area’s small businesses, the town’s growth is a challenge for the local infrastructure, Sims said. “I’m always worried about maintaining our roadway system,” Sims said. “We try to do what we can to calm traffic and make sure that we have some safety. There’s those challenges on your infrastructure system, and I think the positive side of it would be more opportunities for our small

businesses.” Sims said town staff and school district staff meet frequently to share updates on upcoming projects and are collaborating to manage the area’s growth. “Building the middle school and then the new elementary school on FM 407, that’s taken a lot of coordination to make sure that we’re helping the school district be able to achieve its goals in that construction project,” Sims said.

Town revenue change

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+328.6%

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Looking ahead

Argyle ISD continues to plan for the district’s future growth with the purchase of 128 acres in Northlake. The AISD board of trustees approved the land purchase during a special meeting Oct. 30. In addition, once the new middle school is complete, the middle school along US 377 will become the district’s second high school. “As we transition to a two- high-school model in 2027, our focus is on maintaining the small-school feel and

strong culture that define Argyle ISD while providing expanded opportunities for students,” Carpenter said. “We’re building not just schools, but pathways that help every student maximize their potential.”

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Senior Living Guide

2025

Readers, welcome to your annual Community Impact senior living edition. It’s that time of year when many of us gather with family for the holidays. A season filled with laughter, traditions and meaningful conversations. It’s also often when we begin to notice subtle changes in the well-being of our aging parents or loved ones and start thinking about how best to support them. In this year’s Senior Living Guide, we’ve put together resources to help make those next steps easier. You’ll find details on a ride-sharing service for seniors, along with a full guide to local senior living communities–including costs, services and helpful information to support informed, compassionate decision-making. Additionally, there is also information showing the changes in the local senior population over the past several years. Thank you for welcoming us into your home this year. Wishing you and your loved ones a warm, peaceful and joyful holiday season.

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Span ridership in Flower Mound increases, trips eclipse 3.5K

More than 52,500 rides were taken through Span, Inc. by around 1,000 individuals across Denton County in 2024, according to ridership data. Span offers shared rides to seniors 65 years old and older, and individuals with disabilities through- out Denton County, including riders starting their trips in Flower Mound. How it works Span operates as the designated rural trans- portation provider in Denton County, but it also has contracts with certain municipalities, such as Flower Mound, Little Elm and Coppell, that govern the services provided, said Layton Woodul, Span’s director of development and community relations. Before booking a trip with Span, individuals can fill out an online application, or submit one by email to span@span-transit.org , fax or mail. To schedule rides, individuals must call 940-382-1900 at least one day in advance, but no more than two weeks before a trip. FLOWER MOUND - HIGHLAND VILLAGE - ARGYLE EDITION

The impact Woodul said Span has provided its trips to over 1,000 individuals countywide. Jennings added that the number of unduplicated riders in Flower Mound was 57 during the 20245 fiscal year, but it has increased to 76 in the 2025-26 fiscal year. During FY 24-25, Flower Mound riders took more than 3,500 trips . For the 2025-26 fiscal year, council approved allocating $40,973 from federal commu- nity development block grant funds for Span. “Our mission is to ensure that every individual in Denton County—regardless of age, ability, or income—has access to the essential services and connections that support a full and independent life,” Woodul said in an email. Some context Flower Mound originally contracted Span in 2005, left in 2008 and recontracted the nonprofit in 2009, Jennings said. In that time, the types of trips

Yearly Span trips 2019-24 More than 52,500 trips were taken across Denton County using Span’s services.

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eligible through the program have changed. “As things come up and seniors make requests, we try to visit with Span every year because it’s a yearly contract,” Jennings said.

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BY CONNOR PITTMAN

Senior statistics

Senior populations at the municipal and county level have increased since 2019, according to data from the American Community Survey.

Senior population changes over time

Demographics

Flower Mound Highland Village

Argyle

Denton County

Age 64 or younger

Age 65 or older

Flower Mound (2023)

Highland Village (2023)

10K

120K

+34.88%

+29.11%

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12.09%

15.27%

80K

Argyle (2023) 68,470 9,416

13,560 2,444

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Denton County (2023)

40K

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20K

18.49%

11.21%

4,051 919

839,593 106,051

SOURCE: AMERICAN COMMUNITY SURVEY ESTIMATES/COMMUNITY IMPACT

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Cross Timbers Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center Type: assisted living, memory care Opened: 2017 Cost: starting $4,900 per month Total units: 90 Amenities: housekeeping, library, transportation for doctor’s appointments, salon, chapel • 4041 Long Prairie Road, Flower Mound • www.flowermound.avanti-sl.com Hollymead Type: nursing home Opened: 2014 Cost: $9,000 per month Total units: 112 Amenities: fitness center, bar, private dining • 4101 Long Prairie Road, Flower Mound • www.cantexcc.com/snf/hollymead

Compassionate Residential Living Type: assisted living Opened: 2019 Cost: $2,500-$4,500 Total units: 6 Amenities: exercise, games, medicine assistance, snacks

Types of communities

Independent-living communities cater to older adults with limited care needs. Most include amenities, such as fitness programs, housekeeping and communal meals. Assisted-living communities specialize in providing care and supervision. These facilities frequently offer a full range of amenities as well as limited medical assistance. Memory care facilities specialize in providing care to seniors with Alzheimer’s, dementia and other cognitive issues. Staff members are trained to help residents manage these diseases. Hospice care is intended to relieve symptoms and suffering associated with a terminal illness in those who have been given six months or less to live. The patient must choose to forgo further curative treatment. Nursing home/skilled nursing facilities provide care to those with illnesses or mental conditions requiring full- time monitoring and medical care.

and three meals per day, laundry service • 1327 River Oaks Drive, Flower Mound • www.compassionateliving.net

Mustang Creek Estates Type: assisted living, memory care Opened: 2024 Cost: $4,455 and up Total units: 6 individual homes that each house up to 16 people. 4 are assisted living, 2 are memory care Amenities: 3 cooked meals a day, daily cleaning and linen service, social activities, pet friendly, fee-based transportation and beauty services • 2500 College Parkway, Flower Mound • www.mce.care The Oaks at Flower Mound Type: assisted living, memory care Opened: 2016 Cost: $5,000 for assisted living, $5,900 for memory care Total units: 58 (assisted living), 34 (memory care) Amenities: wellness center, walking paths, outdoor patios, beauty salon, community room for activities and entertainment, library, dog park, transportation to medical appointment • 3281 Long Prairie Road, Flower Mound • www.theoaksatflowermound.com

Pinewood Hills Type: independent living

Opened: 2005 (renovated in 2025) Cost: $2,500-$3,300 per month, $600 additional resident fee Total units: 117

Argyle

Teresa’s House Type: assisted living, memory care Opened: 2023 Cost: Starts at $8,900 per month 64 total, 16 assisted care, 32 memory care, 16 skilled nursing care Amenities: on-site horse paddocks for horse therapy, classic car garage, garden center, activities 7 days a week, cooking and craft projects, athletic activities, certified nurses aides and medical technicians • 321 Tucker St., Argyle • www.teresashouse.com/argyle Double Oak Davis Family Elder Care Type: assisted living, memory care Opened: 2020 Cost: $5,800-$6,800 per month Total units: 9 Amenities: laundry service, daily activities, meals, 24-hour care • 185 Chinn Chapel Road, Double Oak • www.davisfamilyeldercare.com

Amenities: three meals per day, weekly housekeeping, walking trail, massage room, theater room, game room,

scheduled transportation, pet friendly • 3901 Kirkpatrick Lane, Flower Mound • www.pinewoodhillsseniorliving.com

Riverwalk Flats Type: Active adult community (62 years old and older) Opened: 2020 Cost: $1,785-$3,855 per month Total units: 183 Amenities: fitness center and yoga room, hair and nail salon, sports lounge, coffee bar, library, poolside cabanas with grilling stations, clubhouse area • 4650 Long Prairie Road, Flower Mound • www.rwflats.com Rosewood Assisted Living and Memory Care Type: assisted living, memory care Opened: not available Cost: $4,935 per month and up Total units: 51 assisted living, 24 memory care Amenities: bistro, salon, spa, outdoor spaces, recreation center, events, entertainment • 4141 Long Prairie Road, Flower Mound • www.legendseniorliving.com/find-a-community/ texas/rosewood.html Watermere Type: independent living Opened: not available Cost: not available Total units: 224 Amenities: fitness center, biweekly housekeeping and linen service, daily activities, courtyard areas • 2651 Whyburn Drive, Flower Mound • www.integratedseniorlifestyles.com/senior-living/tx/ flower-mound/long-prairie-road

Highland Village

Rambling Oaks Courtyard Assisted Living Residence Type: assisted living Opened: 2005 Cost: $4,280-$5,095 monthly plus additional care needs Total units: 69 Amenities: housekeeping, laundry services, balances meals and snacks, a community room, an activities room, a sun room, two enclosed courtyards, a home- style front porch • 110 Barnett Blvd., Highland Village • www.txseniorcare.net Village Green Memory Care Community Type: assisted living, memory care Opened: 2023 Cost: $7,000 a month Total units : 20 Amenities: private bedrooms, outdoor courtyards, housekeeping, laundry and linen services, home cooked meals and snacks, a spa bath, programs specialized for memory care, professional hair salon • 107 Barnett Blvd., Highland Village • www.villagegreenalzheimerscare.com/highland-village

Flower Mound

Avanti Senior Living in Flower Mound Type: assisted living, memory care Opened: 2017 Cost: starting $4,900 per month Total units: 90 Amenities: fitness center, three meals per day, bar, private dining • 4041 Long Prairie Road, Flower Mound • www.flowermound.avanti-sl.com

This list is not comprehensive.

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