Bellann Hyten, Principal & Financial Advisor, Maverick Financial Strength Drawn from Legacy Empowers Financial Advisor Bellann Hyten, Principal and Financial Advisor at Maverick Financial in Corinth has built her career on the principles of empowerment and self-reliance. Her journey began as a Chief Financial Officer in accounting firms, where she found fulfillment in helping employees…
Dr. Shira Ackerman, Co-Founder of Creating Young Minds Shaping Futures at Creating Young Minds Dr. Shira Ackerman, CEO and Co-Founder of Creating Young Minds™ in Lake Dallas, has dedicated her life to the empowerment and education of youth. Her journey began with a passion for helping others, starting with children with special needs and expanding…
EXCITING UPDATE FOR CLOUD 9 CHARITIES I am thrilled to share with you some exciting updates about the evolution of our annual October Festival hosted by Cloud 9 Charities. Introducing the North Texas Tribute Jam, a fresh and family-friendly music festival that will replace our traditional brewfest. Set to take place on October 19th, 2024,…
Lynn Clark, Mayor of Hickory Creek Embracing Community & Leadership in Hickory Creek Lynn Clark, the Mayor of Hickory Creek, exemplifies a journey of unexpected leadership fueled by a deep love for her community. With a college degree in History and Literature with an Education emphasis, Lynn never envisioned a career in politics. She spent…
In times of need, Denton County continues to come together as we did for the recent tornadoes and during Winter Storm Uri. Across the county, our entities share their resources collectively to assist neighboring communities during challenging times. One recent example is during the tornadoes that crossed into Cooke and Denton counties late Saturday evening…
Kristin Brown, Superintendent, Lake Dallas ISD Leading with Vision & Integrity at Lake Dallas ISD Kristin Brown, the Superintendent of Schools for Lake Dallas Independent School District, began her educational career as a high school mathematics teacher. This initial role allowed her to witness firsthand the growth and development of high school students as they…
With so many new people moving into Denton County daily, it is important to remember those who have spent their lives here. Our seniors have built the foundation upon which we now stand, and we should be thankful for their efforts. Denton County continues to grow with an estimated population of 1,036, 720 as of…
Lisa Cave, Vice President & Branch Manager, PointBank Building Community & Banking Success at PointBank Lisa Cave, Vice President and Branch Manager at PointBank in Corinth, has built an illustrious career in banking, driven by her passion for community engagement and leadership. Starting as a part-time teller while attending school, Lisa quickly rose through the…
When he arrived at the Cooke/Denton county line recently to inspect the tornado damage there, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said, when Texans need help, other Texans respond. In recent weeks, North Texans have needed help as tornadoes struck viciously here in Denton and Cooke counties. And earlier this year, wildfires were burning thousands of acres…
SHERIFF’S CORNER WITH SHERIFF TRACY MURPHREE Linda A. Ruth, from Lewisville, has been awarded The Yellow Rose of Texas. The award is an honorary commission given only through the Governor’s Office to recognize outstanding Texan women who have made significant contributions to their communities through community service, preserving history, accomplishments of the present, and building…