TABLE OF CONTENTS

Overview Welcome From the Red Oak Area Chamber of Commerce ....1 Red Oak Trivia ........................................................................2 Join the Celebrations: Red Oak’s Fun Festivals .....................2 Demographics ........................................................................3

Economic Development Preparing for Growth .............................................................4 Meet Our Mayor, Manager, & Council ....................................5

Education Growing and Staying Strong ..................................................6 A Helping Hand During Difficult Times .................................8 Civil Air Patrol .......................................................................8

Health Baylor Medical Center ...........................................................9 Red Oak Health & Rehabilitation Center ..............................11 Loving Touch Adult Day Care ...............................................11

Charitable Organizations Lions Club ............................................................................12 North Ellis County Outreach .................................................12 Meals on Wheels ..................................................................12

Recreation Family-Friendly Entertainment ............................................13 Sports, Special Events, and the Great Outdoors ..................15

Real Estate Suburban Living With Small-Town Charm ...........................16

Worship Nourishing Faith and Helping Others ...................................17

Membership Directory ...........................................................18

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The Red Oak Area Chamber of Commerce works to unite business, civic organizations, and educational leaders in order to form a more perfect community. Since 1973, this unique partnership within the community has allowed for growth and development that

have made Red Oak the perfect place to live. The Chamber helps to service local businesses through sponsoring regularly scheduled

networking opportunities such as Early Morning Networking Groups, Membership Luncheons, Business After Hours, Ribbon Cuttings, Ground Breakings, and Grand Openings. Along with the benefit of involvement, the Red Oak Area Chamber of Commerce also offers online services, referrals, and up-to-date information through our weekly updates. Annual events include the Red Oak Area Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament, the Annual Auction, Founder’s Day, Christmas Downtown, and Taste of Red Oak.

Red Oak is a unique community built upon its great heritage and ideal placement. Located only 20 minutes from Dallas, Red Oak has all the benefits of the big city, but the laid-back and comfortable atmosphere of a small hometown. It is very easy to see that the Chamber offers the necessary steps to create positive business growth and opportunity.

Businesses that hope to achieve such growth and opportunity know that joining the Chamber is the first step to success.

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The City of Red Oak and the Chamber of Commerce sponsor several annual events that have become must-do

activities for residents. Local business owners take pride in their city and pull out all the stops to ensure the community and visitors have memorable experiences.

SummerAn annual golf tournament held at the

Country View Golf Course in Lancaster is open to everyone, with all proceeds going towards the Chamber’s operating budget.

The City of Red Oak, the Chamber of Commerce, and several local organizations and businesses combined their efforts last year to produce the city’s first Red Oak White and Blue July 4th Celebration, held at the high school football stadium. The celebration includes live music and entertainment along with programs to honor the troops and a spectacular fireworks show.

FallFounders Day is an annual two-day

celebration in September and the biggest event on the Chamber calendar. Kicking off with dancing in the street at Main Street Plaza on Friday night, the festivities continue on Saturday with a parade and a festival at Live Oak Park, including musical entertainment. Booths feature food, arts, crafts, and jewelry, and children enjoy a variety of activities, from bounce houses to pony rides and a petting zoo.

Taste of Red Oak, hosted by the City in September, was a benefit inaugurated in 2007 to raise funds for North Ellis County Outreach. The event offers a chance to sample food from a dozen area restaurants while enjoying live music, art exhibits, and a silent auction. Participating restaurants in 2007 included Bubba’s BBQ, Joe’s Burrito, Fred’s Steakhouse, Whataburger, and Starbucks, among others.

Another big fundraiser for the Chamber is the Annual Auction. In October 2007 the event featured a Moonlight Serenade theme and brought in more than $50,000. More than 250 silent and live auction items were up for bid, including a variety of merchandise from local merchants, trips, and a diamond ring appraised at $3,000. Funds netted from the event are used to cover Chamber operating costs and support other charities and events held throughout the year.

WinterThe Second Annual Festival of Trees

was held Nov. 24–Dec. 1, 2007, at Red Oak Elementary. Admission is free, and proceeds from the sale of decorated trees and wreaths benefit the Red Oak Independent School District Education Foundation. Businesses, churches, schools, and city organizations donate the decorated trees, which are sold to the highest bidders. A special room for children allows them to make “snow angels” on the floor and take home a souvenir ornament. Other activities include photos with Santa and a variety of entertainment and musical performances throughout the event.

Christmas Downtown Red Oak is a highly anticipated community event put on by the Chamber, Parks and Recreation Department, and downtown merchants. The annual celebration includes a parade, holiday food and drinks, entertainment from area groups, and a visit from Santa.

Municipal CenterCommunity events hosted by local

organizations frequently take place at the city’s modern and conveniently located Municipal Center, which can accommodate 300 people. It may be rented for wedding receptions, family reunions, and private business functions.

• Red Oak was originally called “Possum Trot”

because of the proliferation of possums in

the area. After Ellis County was formed in

1849, the town was renamed Red Oak for the

creek, and it became an incorporated city in

1949. Today the city’s trail system is named

Possum Trot in honor of the city’s old and

colorful name.

• Red Oak is the hometown of beloved country

music star Boxcar Willie. After a major road

reconstruction project, the City of Red Oak

designated the overpass at I-35 and FM Road

664 as Boxcar Willie Memorial Overpass in

honor of the singer, known for his hobo songs

and fondness for the railroad. Boxcar Willie

died in April 1999.

• In 1967, the movie Bonnie and Clyde, starring

Warren Beatty and Faye Dunaway, shot on

location in Red Oak for three days. Local

resident Mabel Cavitt was on the sidelines

observing shooting when she was instantly

recruited to play Bonnie Parker’s mother. The

current North Ellis County Outreach (NECO)

Building was featured in the film as a bank

robbed by the infamous duo.

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MediaWeekly Papers .................................................3Local TV ...................................................... YesCable TV Available ....................................... Yes

RecreationParks ...............................................................2Area Lakes ......................................................1Health Centers .................................................1Public Golf Courses .........................................1Hotel & Motel Rooms ...................................125Libraries ..........................................................1

WorshipAssembly of God; Baptist BMA; Baptist Independent; Baptist Southern; Church of Christ; Methodist; Nazarene; Lutheran

FinanceCitizens National Bank; Jefferson Bank; Prosperity Bank; Wachovia

Population

2007 (est.) 2000 1990City 7,986 4,301 3,124County 134,895 111,360 85,167

City Incentives

Incentive Type City Has Incentive CommentsTax Abatement YesEnterprise Zone NoIndustrial Foundation YesForeign Trade Zone Yes AvailableReinvestment Zone YesFreeport Exemption Yes City & SchoolOther Incentives Yes Infrastructure Land Price Incentives; Cash Incentives

UtilitiesElectricityElectric Energy Delivery .............................. OncorReliability ............................................ 99.973948Transmission Voltage .........69 KV, 138 KV, 345 KVService Voltage .......................120/208, 120/240, ..........................................240/480, 277/480

Natural GasProvider ..........................................Atmos EnergyBTU Content Per Cubic Ft. .......................... 1,050

WaterSupplier ....................................... City of Red OakSource ..................................Wells/Surface WaterMaximum Daily System Capacity ................ 1,400,000 gallonsMaximum Daily Use to Date ....... 600,000 gallonsPressure on Mains ......................................55 psiStorage Capacity ..................... 1,400,000 gallonsSize of Mains .....................................6-14 inchesSystem Looped ............................................... YesProjects under Construction:

Studies being evaluated to switch to surface water; surface water available for large user

SewerTreatment Plan Types ........................ Trinity River .............................Authority-Activated SludgeMax Capacity ........................... 7,000,000 gallonsMax Daily Use to Date ............. 4,000,000 gallons

TelephoneProvider .........................................................SBCDigital Available .............................................. YesAnalog Available .............................................. NoElectromechanical ........................................... NoMake and Model .......Northern Telecom -DMS 10Software Level .................... 400 Series - GenericFiber Optics .................................................... YesSwitched 56 Kbps .......................................... YesHigh Capacity Digital (T-1) .............................. YesDigital Data Service ........................................ Yes911 Available .................................................. YesOther Network Services ............ AT&T, Air Canopy, .................................... Texas Air Net, Zyterra

ClimateAnnual Average Temperature .....................65.7°FAnnual Average High Temperature .............96.0°FAnnual Average Low Temperature .............34.0°FAnnual Average Precipitation .......................36.8"Annual Average Snowfall ...............................3.0"Elevation....................................................... 500'

Transportation

Nearest AirportAirport Name ...............................Lancaster (LNC)Longest Runway Length ............................. 5,000Runway Surface ........................Concrete/AsphaltFuel for Purchase ........................................... YesInstrument Landing System ............................ YesLighted ........................................................... Yes

Airports Within One HourInternational Airports .................Dallas/Fort Worth .........................................International (DFW)Regional Airports .................. Mid-Way Regional - ............................................ Midlothian (JWY)Municipal Airports........................Lancaster (LNC)

Rail Service ProvidersBNSF; Union Pacific Railroad

Freight CarriersABF Freight Systems; Central Freight Lines; National Freight; Texas Overnight

Major Employers

Employer Industry Number of EmployeesRed Oak ISD Education 800Red Oak Health & Rehabilitation Health Care 150Brookshire’s Grocery Store 120Red Oak, City of Local Government 98Perfect Technology Center Glass Cutting Equipment 49Whataburger Restaurant 47McDonald’s Restaurant 45Knapheide Truck Equipment Southwest Truck & Trailer 35Foxworth Galbriath Building Supplies 32CVS Drug Store 27

City GovernmentType .................................................Home RuleNumber on Council .......................................... 6Municipal Police ............................................45Paid Firefighters ............................................33Volunteer Firefighters ....................................15City Zoning Body ..........................................YesMaster Plan ..................................................Yes

Education

Area Colleges and UniversitiesCedar Valley College, Lancaster; Navarro College, Waxahachie; Southwestern Assemblies of God University, Waxahachie; University of North Texas at DeSoto; University of Texas at Arlington

Available TrainingVocational Program Available ......................YesState Industrial Job Training Available .........YesPrivate Schools ............................................... 4

Red Oak ISD (2006)Budget .....................................$43,000,000.00 No. of Schools EnrollmentElementary 4 1,800Intermediate 1 840Junior High 1 905High School 1 1,683

Source: Oncor Economic Development Department / www.oncorgroup.com

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Population ExplosionFirst settled by James Patton and his

family in 1844, Red Oak has come a long way from the pioneer days when it was known as Possum Trot. With a population of 3,124 in 1990, the city has grown to 7,986 in 2007, with a projected population of 33,853 in 2010 and 63,329 by 2030, according to the North Central Texas Council of Governments.

City Manager Scott Albert says Red Oak has become one of the fastest-growing cities in Texas because of several key factors. “It has unique small-town charm, a great school district, close proximity to I-35, and it offers convenient access to downtown Dallas, DFW Airport, and Love Field.”

In response to current and future growth demands on city services, Albert says the city will be implementing several programs over the next 12–24 months. “One of our major goals is to create a premier economic development program by diversifying the tax base, decreasing the residential tax burden, and creating a healthy local economy that will sustain the community today and in the future,” he emphasizes.

Economic Plans Are in PlaceThe Red Oak Economic Development

Department has an aggressive incentive policy for industry and business recruitment. Incentives include tax abatements, land pricing, tax exemptions, relocation support, and employee training programs.

Additionally, the city is working to open up more space for development. “Red Oak currently has an industrial park that has been successful for several years,” Albert

explains. “Our staff is preparing a proposal for a professional business park unique to the southern Dallas area, yet competitive with northern sector parks.”

Red Oak leaders also know exactly what types of businesses they hope to attract. The city is ideally located to become not only a stopping point for travelers, but also a destination in and of itself. Albert says the city is aggressively pursuing retail shops, entertainment venues, shopping centers, and other commercial and business opportunities that will not only serve local residents, but also be recognized as regional, state, national, and international destinations.

“Our biggest priority is attracting new business along the I-35 corridor,” says Mayor Alan Hugley. “It is one of the busiest traffic thoroughfares in the state, and we need to develop more restaurants, retail, and entertainment venues that will entice more people passing through to stop in our city.”

Additionally, regional developments are expected to have a positive impact on Red Oak. “The Dallas Logistics Hub is going to have a huge impact on our city in years to come,” explains Mayor Hugley. “It is a development near Lancaster, just north of the Red Oak city limits, which encompasses 6,000 acres that will be used for manufacturing, distribution, and retail. In 10–15 years it could generate employment for 30,000 people. It is only natural that some of those people will come to Red Oak for housing.” Hugley notes that the long-term economic impact could parallel what happened with development in the DFW Airport area.

Including DowntownA Downtown Vision Plan approved by

the Economic Development Corporation and City Council has been implemented to turn the city’s historic downtown area into a destination point for shopping and business as well as a gathering place for community events. The goal is to provide a pedestrian-friendly environment with amenities such as water features, historic street lighting, and monument signage.

The plan has already seen a major success. Main Street Plaza is a classically designed retail office and commercial plaza in the heart of downtown, featuring brick façades and Southwest styling. Phase One of Main Street Plaza offers 45,000 square feet; Phase Two is expected to open an additional 32,000 square feet. Among those already leasing space in Main Street Plaza are Fred’s Steakhouse Bar and Grill, Snap Fitness, Plaza Hair and Spa, Candle Heaven, Kids University Day Care Center, and Dance Xpressions.

Other new businesses that have opened downtown include Heather’s Dining and Ice Cream and Unique Party Supplies.

Getting Here From There“Regional transportation will be discussed

over the next 12 months while the city is preparing a comprehensive plan,” Albert notes. “We hope to gather input from residents on the type of public access necessary to serve their current and future transportation needs. Light rail is a strong alternative due to the city’s proximity to the Dallas Area Rapid Transit system.”

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Red Oak employs a mayor/city council form of government. The city also employs a city manager who works

closely with the mayor, City Council, and other agencies to implement strategic plans.

Mayor Alan HugleyAlan Hugley became mayor of Red Oak

following a special election in October 2007. Born and raised in nearby Lancaster, he graduated from the University of Texas at Austin with a B.A. in business and a minor in economics. Employed as a flight dispatcher for 19 years, he is married and the father of three sons.

Hugley moved to Red Oak four years ago, and he’s no stranger to Red Oak City Council meetings, having previously served on the Planning and Zoning Commission and on the City Manager Search Committee.

Hugley notes, “One of my goals is to encourage both long-time and new residents of Red Oak to have a greater sense of involvement. Whether they serve on committees, attend City Council meetings, or participate in local charities, being active in our community can help shape its future.”

City Manager Scott AlbertCity Manager Scott Albert assumed his

position in October 2007 and has much experience handling the special problems of a

growing city. While he was the administrator in Celina, Texas, the city grew 150 percent. During his five-year term, Albert coordinated a downtown revitalization plan and helped create the Preston Road Corridor, projects that mirror closely what he hopes to accomplish in Red Oak.

Albert has a B.A. in business administration with a minor in economics and finance, as well as a master’s degree in public affairs from the University of Texas at Dallas. He has worked for 16 years in local government management, including positions in Plano, Springtown, and Fairview, Texas.

Councilman Ben GoodwynBen Goodwyn, a long-time City Council

member and former mayor pro tem, was born in southern Ellis County and graduated from Texas A&M with a B.A. in business. As a commissioned officer in the United States Marines, he was a commanding officer of an infantry rifle company in Vietnam.

Following five years in the military, Goodwyn launched a career in business. Currently he is chairman of the Red Oak Chamber of Commerce.

Councilman Casey HargroveCasey Hargrove has been a resident of

Red Oak since 2001. He graduated from the University of Dallas with a B.A. in history.

Hargrove has served on the Red Oak Parks and Recreation Board. A licensed REALTOR® for seven years, he says his goal is to improve the quality of life in the city and help decrease the tax rate.

Councilman Scott LindseyA resident of Red Oak since 1990, Scott

Lindsey has 20 years’ experience in law enforcement and serves as chief of the Red Oak Independent School District Police Department. Previously he worked for 12 years with the Red Oak Police Department. Lindsey also served one year as mayor pro tem of the City of Ferris.

Councilman Eric Smith Eric Smith, City Council member and

mayor pro tem, is a native of Fort Worth, Texas, and earned a criminal justice degree from Saint Joseph College in Maine. He also has graduate degrees as a United States marshal and criminal investigator from the Federal Law Enforcement Academy in Brunswick, Georgia.

A veteran of the U.S. Navy, Smith began his career in politics at the age of 40 when he was elected to the Red Oak City Council. Smith says his goal is to attract new businesses and jobs to the city and to improve the quality of life for residents.

mayor, manager,

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Tradition of ExcellenceThe Red Oak Independent School District

is highly respected for its 4-A rating and for its safe and secure setting, which gives both students and teachers the chance to grow in a supportive environment. More than 5,100 students are enrolled in the system, which includes Red Oak High, Red Oak Junior High, Red Oak Intermediate, and four elementary schools: D.T. Shields, Eastridge, H.A.Wooden, and Red Oak. Acorn Academy is the district’s special education facility. Offering a student-to-teacher ratio of 16-to-1 and proficiency scores of 92.2 percent for reading and 80 percent for math, the school has definitely earned a reputation for excellence.

The Red Oak School District’s mission, “Realizing Our Individual Student’s Dreams,” is achieved through a strong academic program, numerous opportunities to participate in sports and extracurricular activities, a very active PTA, and plenty of volunteer support.

The Red Oak Education FoundationEncouraging students to follow their

dreams is a recurring theme throughout the school system. The Red Oak Education Foundation was founded to provide teachers with the funds for innovative projects that aren’t covered in the school budget.

“We want students in Red Oak to get an education they wouldn’t be able to get anywhere else,” explains Pam Lynch, executive director of the Foundation. “We invite teachers with creative ideas to present their proposals through a grant process, and funds from the Foundation help them buy the supplies and equipment they need for their classrooms.”

Lynch notes that some of the grant proposals might be considered “fluff” or “not practical” if reviewed by the state, but the Education Foundation rewards teachers for thinking outside the box by helping them bring innovative teaching methods to the classroom. The Foundation started in 2002 and has been a great success. Students are stimulated by the imaginative programs, and teachers get a chance to express their creativity without feeling hampered by a lack of funds.

One of the first projects funded by the Foundation helped transform the classroom of a teacher working with special-needs students. Needing an effective method to teach the children basic life skills, the teacher applied for a grant to transform her room into a home-like environment. The classroom is now stocked with a refrigerator, stove, color-coded dishwasher, couch, tables, and so on. Students are taught how to make a grocery list, prepare a meal, store perishable foods after they’re prepared, load the dishwasher, put the dishes away, and clean up the kitchen.

The Foundation has also supplied the school with the TechnoJungle, which houses a treehouse loft with flatscreen TVs under it, educational video games, and software for pre-K students and gifted fourth grade students. Additional programs funded by the Foundation include a high-tech reading lab

at Eastridge Elementary, a steel drum band at Shields Elementary, a fully equipped science lab at Wooden Elementary, and a greenhouse for horticultural education at Acorn Academy. Other grants have funded art, theater, and music programs.

The Foundation is supported through private donations, an annual fundraising campaign, and generous gifts from community associations and businesses.

Growing to ServeAn ambitious construction plan for a new

high school is currently under way. The district has purchased a 121-acre tract of land for the site of the state-of-the-art building, and Superintendent Scott Niven says construction is expected to begin in 2008.

The new high school is part of a $95 billion bond approved by Red Oak voters in May 2007. A new elementary school to replace the current Shields Elementary facility is also planned.

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Noted Red Oak ISD Alumni Athletes• Louise Ritter won the gold medal in the high

jump at the 1988 Olympics in Seoul, Korea.• Casey Fitzgerald is a North Texas University

wide receiver who finished the 2007 season ranked third in the NCAA for receptions per game and sixth in receiving yards per game. The 2004 graduate of Red Oak became a star player even after being warned he was too small and not fast enough for college football.

Hawk Eye News Keeps Community Informed

Hawk Eye News is a monthly news program produced by 16 student reporters from Red Oak High for the school network and Web site.

First introduced in 2002, the program has become a popular source for information on community events and school and sports news. Students participating in the program get an education in news-gathering, on-air communications skills, and the hard work involved in producing news programming and Web site content.

Local sponsors help defray costs, and numerous adults volunteer their time to help with equipment, fundraising, and special events.

Age Before Beauty? Mr. and Mrs. Red Oak

Mr. and Mrs. Red Oak is a tongue-in-cheek beauty pageant offering adult contestants from Red Oak schools a chance to compete and raise money to benefit the Project Success Drug Education Program.

In past pageants, teachers and counselors vying for the crown have stunned and amused students and community members with their outrageous costumes and flair for comedy. The huge turnout for the event ensures the drug education program can continue to educate young people and their parents about the dangers of drug use.

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Red Oak’s Civil Air Patrol (CAP), one of only two such programs within school systems in Texas, engages students in three missions: aerospace education, emergency services, and cadet programs. The Patrol’s official mission states, “The mission of the Civil Air Patrol

cadet program is to serve America by developing our nation’s youth, accomplishing local, state, and national missions, and educating our citizens to ensure air and space supremacy.”

Jane Smalley, captain of the Red Oak Cadet Squadron, explains, “What it means is that we take the youth of our nation and work with them to develop the leaders of tomorrow.”

Cadets learn leadership from the ground up. Just as in the military, this means that, at first, they must learn to follow. “Cadets begin with what we call ‘followership,’ which basically means that a cadet must learn to follow if they ever expect to lead,” Smalley says. “They learn what it truly means to follow, not blindly, but with knowledge and trust in their leaders.”

Participants get intensive instruction in aerospace education, including everything from the basic dynamics of flight with paper airplanes to the physics of a space flight. Activities and train-ing sessions are numerous. Cadets attend Encampment, a week-long boot camp; Ground Search and Rescue, which teaches them to work as a team to find downed aircraft and save survivors; and communications school, where they get instruction on the CAP radio system and train to work on disaster missions.

Physical fitness is another requirement — and benefit — of the program. “Cadets in the program are required to be physically fit,” Smalley notes. “They must pass a rigorous physical training test to promote to each achievement. We work with cadets to help them pass these tests if they are struggling.”

Cadets who make it at least halfway through the program or to the Mitchell Award (Cadet Second Lieutenant) are eligible for many scholarships for school and flying. Cadets who make it to the highest award, the Spaatz Award (Cadet Colonel), have a slot at the Air Force Academy if they choose to take it. About 10 percent of all cadets at all the academies are made up of Civil Air Patrol cadets.

Successful completion of the program equips cadets with a multitude of skills. Smalley asserts, “When a cadet finishes the program they can not only use the skills they have learned in CAP in the military, but in business as well. They learn everything from how to teach a new person how to do drill and ceremonies [march] to how to plan and execute a week-long activity that has a defined budget, time, and facility constraints, and other variables that they need to work through to make it successful. In our Moral Leadership program, they learn problem-solving skills, how to work with a team, and how to deal with conflict and work through it.”

The Care and Share Grief Group, part of the Practical Parenting Education program at Red Oak ISD, is a support group for parents who have lost a child at any age. Leaders of the group include Leslie Jacob, a first grade teacher at Red Oak Elementary; Lori Walton, a paraprofessional who works with students in Structure of Intellect; and Cindy Dooly, a practical parenting leader and counselor at Red Oak Elementary.

Having shared the unequaled heartbreak of losing a child drew the group’s leaders to action. “Unfortunately, we have had many parents in the community who lost children in the last two years,” says Jacob. “The group just seemed to become a need, so we started it. We sent off about 10–12 personal invitations. We had seven parents there, including myself and Lori, that had lost a child. A few have lost more than one child.”

According to Jacob, the group began as a place where grieving parents could go to share their feelings. “It helps to know there are others having the same feelings, to know you are normal,” she notes. “We try to help members be aware of and deal with the stages of grief.”

The group solicits ideas from members on things they have done that helped them with the healing process. “It was very helpful to see one parent that was 12 years out in their grief and how they were dealing and still affected by it,” Jacob says.

Discussions among the group also help bereaved parents to realize that people deal with grief in different ways. But important to all members of the group is honoring the memories of their children. “We want to be able to know our children are making an impact on the world,” Jacob says. “We will be working on charitable projects in the community in our children’s names to honor them. For example, this year we donated a Christmas tree to the Festival of Trees, which benefits the Red Oak Education Foundation. The tree had stars decorated in memory of our children or other losses. We called it our Shining Stars Tree.”

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Baylor Medical Center at Waxahachie provides quality health care to Ellis County residents at its 69-bed, not-for-profit hospital. As the Ellis County area has continued to grow, the hospital

has expanded its staff to include more medical specialists. Specialties include eye, ear, nose, and throat; emergency medicine; pediatrics; gastroenterology; obstetrics/gynecology; family practice; general surgery; orthopedics; plastic surgery; podiatry; and pulmonology. Last year the emergency room was renovated to reduce wait times and enhance efficient patient care. The hospital also installed a new patient tracking system in the surgery waiting area. A new Web-based imaging technology, the Picture Archival System, gives doctors faster access to X-rays and other digital images.

For two years in a row Baylor Medical Center at Waxahachie has received Leadership Awards for clinical excellence from VHA Inc. in the areas of surgical infection prevention and treatment of heart attack and congestive heart failure. The hospital also earned best-practice recognition for timeliness of administering procedures and for surgical procedures, including colon surgery, hysterectomies, and hip and knee anthroplasty. A Texas Health Care Quality Improvement Award presented by the TMG Health Quality Institute was also received in 2007. The award honors Texas hospitals that have improved their performance on specific national quality measures.

The Medical Center at Waxahachie was recently recognized at the first annual Baylor Health Care System Quality Improvement Summit for its success in creating a system to identify and treat patients at high risk for developing blood clots, which are among the leading causes of preventable death in hospitals. Baylor Waxahachie has adopted procedures so that all incoming patients are screened for their risk of developing clots. A screening form, included with every patient admission packet, helps determine a patient’s risk. Based on a patient’s history and risk scoring, physicians recommend appropriate preventive treatments, such as low-dose blood thinners or physical devices like compression stockings. Due to the success rate of the program, other hospitals in the Baylor Health Care System are adopting similar assessment tools for their patients.

Community education plays an important role in preventive care, and the Medical Center hosts a variety of events to educate adults about healthy lifestyles, diabetes management, stress control, weight management, and smoking cessation. “For Women For Life” offers women in Ellis County a chance to learn about the latest developments in health, wellness, beauty, and lifestyle through a series of educational programs presented by Baylor physicians and other health professionals. Six locations also offer free health screenings, assessments, and educational literature.

Gastric bypass surgery is now offered at Baylor Waxahachie to help those suffering from obesity, who are at risk for serious health issues such as diabetes, heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure, and cancer. The weight-loss surgery is performed using a laparoscopic incision in the abdomen, and the after-care program includes nutrition and exercise counseling and a weight-loss surgery support group.

In 2006, Baylor Medical Center at Waxahachie installed wireless technology throughout the hospital. Patients can connect to the Internet quickly and easily from their rooms, and visitors may conduct business from their laptops in the waiting room or while having a meal at the Parkview Café. Best of all, the internal wireless network allows employees and staff to transmit information from anywhere in the hospital, which dramatically speeds up access to laboratory test results and enhances communication between departments. The wireless technology also enables the hospital to implement mobile medical devices such as wireless intravenous pumps.

The Medical Center also has made a strong commitment to helping low-income families and the uninsured. Each year sizeable grants go to Hope Clinic, an outpatient health care clinic serving the uninsured in Ellis County. Staff physicians from Baylor Waxahachie see patients at the Hope Clinic free of charge. On the second Thursday of each month Baylor Waxahachie nurses work with local school nurses to provide vaccinations for school-age and preschool children. Flu vaccinations are also scheduled seasonally.

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Red Oak Health and Rehabilitation Center has offered skilled nursing care as well as rehabilitation services

since 2002. The rehabilitation department offers

physical, occupational, and speech therapies for patients who need short-term treatment. For those who need ongoing care, the Center offers beautifully landscaped grounds with a courtyard and cabana, spacious rooms with windows, a dining room, beauty shop, and a community area with a fireplace. The specially designed Alzheimer’s unit provides a secure and caring environment for memory-impaired patients, and the hospice unit provides private and comfortable rooms for patients and visiting family members.

“Our skilled and caring staff members are trained to provide personalized care and treat residents with dignity and respect,” says Director Roy Miller.

Through rehabilitative therapy some patients are able to return home, where they can lead more independent lives, but for those who need long-term care, the Center offers a homelike environment that provides opportunities for residents to participate in activities and socialize with others.

“We have a full-time activities director, and many volunteers from the community commit their time to helping out with activities and special events throughout the year,” Miller says. “Some of our volunteers come in weekly and bring books and magazines or fruit. Their visits really give the residents’ spirits a lift. One of our regular volunteers recently got all dressed up and escorted some of the ladies to a ball. His being there has made a huge difference in the participation of our male patients.”

Loving Touch Adult Day Care

Loving Touch Adult Day Care offers a safe home environment for seniors from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday. Providing an alter-native to live-in care, the center offers lunch and dinner and a wide variety of activities, including movies, creative arts, outdoor games, nature walks, bingo, low-impact fitness exercises, and crosswords.

“Our day care program is a place where adults can enjoy social activities and group inter-action away from their families,” says Program Director Joeann Tyler. “Many of our participants come in four or five times a week, but we do take drop-ins. It is a safe alternative when caregivers need a break from providing constant in-home care.”

Loving Touch can also assist with everyday health needs. “Medications prescribed by a doctor are administered by a registered nurse,” Tyler notes. “We have an LVN on staff, and we honor special dietary needs.”

The center provides beds as needed, has handicap-equipped bathrooms, and fea-tures a fenced sitting area outside. “We make sure we have enough caregivers to provide personalized attention,” Tyler emphasizes.

Dallas for doctor-ordered tests. Outpatient services include digital mammography, EKG, CT scans, ultrasound testing, bone density tests, MRI, and routine radiology and blood work.

The Center at Red Oak was the first in Ellis County to offer digital mammography. Unlike

traditional mammograms, the digital test uses an enhanced high-resolution image of the breast, which allows radiologists to adjust contrast and brightness or zoom in for a closer look at suspicious areas. Images are ready in seconds, which eliminates the waiting time involved with traditional film mammography.

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Lions Club“Our motto is ‘We Serve,’ and that’s exactly

what we try to do in every way we can to help the community,” says Pete Anderson, president of the Red Oak Lions Club.

The Lions Club is nationally famous for its work to help the vision-impaired. The group provides needed eyeglasses to those who can’t afford them. The Red Oak club frequently works on projects with other national and state nonprofit organizations, such as the Leader Dog program, which helps provide seeing-eye dogs for the blind. Preserving healthy eyesight is also a priority for the Lions. “We work with the Sight and Tissue Foundation and sponsor a local mobile eye clinic that travels around the Metroplex providing free eye exams for people in the community and for school children,” Anderson notes.

Kids are among those most helped by the Lions. Locally the group helps raise funds for the Red Oak Education Foundation through chili suppers, spaghetti dinners, and its popular pancake breakfasts. The club sponsors a Student of the Month program, honoring a student from a different school each month with a plaque and savings bond.

One of the programs that brings the Red Oak group the most pride is their sponsorship of the Lions Camp in Kerville, Texas. The camp offers children with physical disabilities, Type 1 diabetes, and hearing/vision impairments a chance to spend a complimentary week in the scenic Texas Hill Country, socializing with other kids and learning from specially trained camp counselors how to cope with their conditions by adopting a “Can Do” attitude.

Frequently the Red Oak Lions Club works to match the donations of generous givers with the needs of worthy recipients. Recently a local woman donated the electric wheelchair that belonged to her deceased husband, in hopes the club might find someone in need who could use it. The club donated it to a local physically challenged student who is grateful to have a more comfortable and convenient means of getting around and who can now participate in more extracurricular activities. “It worked out great for everyone,” says Anderson. “We helped a generous woman find a worthy recipient for the wheelchair, and the boy was thrilled.”

The Lions Club is also proud to support and participate in the programs of the Red Oak Chamber of Commerce.

North Ellis County OutreachNorth Ellis County Outreach is a nonprofit organization that raises funds to provide

low-income families in the area with food, clothes, rent, and utilities. The center also pays for prescriptions and medicines as needed.

Pennies From Heaven, the group’s local thrift shop, accepts donations of furniture, kitchen equipment, clothing, and other household items, which are then sold to the public. According to Executive Director Denise Butler, families who meet federal poverty guidelines can obtain any items they need from the shop at no charge. Proceeds from the thrift shop’s sales go into the assistance fund and help pay for operating expenses and events such as holiday meals.

Additionally, the group sponsors annual fundraisers. “Our annual Christmas card program, which allows family members to honor loved ones who have passed away, is one of our biggest fundraisers of the year,” explains Butler. “We receive generous support from organizations and residents of the community through a variety of events, and that enables us to help more people.”

Butler emphasizes that all monetary donations go toward helping needy families. “We also help senior citizens with light home repairs, and we have a food pantry to assist those who need help with groceries.”

meals on WheelsEvery weekday, across the country, thousands of seniors and disabled people receive

comfort and companionship when local volunteers stop by their house with a nourishing meal and a friendly hello. Meals on Wheels delivers prepared meals Monday through

Friday at lunch time to residents who find it difficult to leave their homes. Four routes serve the greater Red Oak area, and according to Amy Jackson, approximately

50 lunches per day are delivered by volunteers from the community. “Volunteers deliver meals when they can, whether it be daily, weekly, or a few times a month,” says Jackson. “For volunteers, the reward comes not only from serving meals, but providing a friendly smile and a few minutes of conversation with recipients who often feel isolated and lonely.”

The countywide organization frequently participates with other nonprofit organizations in the area to help organize the preparation and delivery of holiday meals. Funding comes from donations by civic groups, individuals, businesses, the United Way, private foundations, and federal and state grants.

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Reindeer Manor: Caring Through Scaring For more than 30 years, during Halloween season, Reindeer

Manor has delighted area residents as a haunted house attraction that combines mazes, special effects, scary rooms, and interaction with costumed monsters.

The haunted house is operated, decorated, maintained, and staffed by Boy Scouts Troop #1. According to Troop Leader Richard Kinney, proceeds from Reindeer Manor fund the scouts’ budget for the following year, with some left-over money going toward a special account to help pay for uniforms and trips. “This account paid for my uniforms and trips when I was a scout,” Kinney notes. “So I know how much it means to the boys.” The remainder of the cash is split between the scouts per hours served at the Manor.

In addition to tours of the spooky main house, which boasts themed rooms haunted by costumed actors, Reindeer Manor features an outdoor midway that offers a chance to play games and win prizes. For those who crave even more excitement, a haunted trail is full of more goblins waiting to jump out and startle anyone passing by. The journey to reach the house is an adventure in itself, with a spooky drive down dark and winding rural roads. The permanent location, sporting a 20-foot gate decorated with gargoyles and fire lanterns, is used off-season for Boy Scout outings.

Running the Manor is a great experience for the scouts, Kinney asserts, as it not only teaches them work habits and responsibility, but also gives them a chance to give back to the community.

“We hold an annual blood drive at the house and collect donations for two food banks during the holiday season,” Kinney notes. “Additionally, local organizations who run booths in the midway get to keep 100 percent of their profits.”

Reindeer Manor is located at 410 Houston School Road, off I-35, approximately five miles south of I-20 on Bear Creek Road. Call 918-218-RATS or visit www.reindeermanor.com for directions and information, including a spooky haunted history of the house and grounds — which locals claim has its share of genuine ghosts, as well as playful scouts!

Special of the Day, Every Day: BarbecueVisitors to Red Oak will find several restaurants serving up hearty

portions along with Texas hospitality. Not surprisingly, three of the most popular spots to eat serve Southern-style barbecue. All three offer a down-home atmosphere and heaping helpings of ribs, chopped brisket, hot links, and mouthwatering sides like cole slaw, mashed potatoes, and biscuits.

Randy’s BBQ, located at Highway 342 and FM 2377, offers daily lunch specials as well as a full dinner and catering menu featuring hickory-smoked barbecue, burgers, sandwiches, and specialty desserts like pecan cobbler, banana pudding, and strawberry shortcake.

Junior’s BBQ, with a motto of service, quality, and quantity, is the oldest restaurant in the city and a favorite of locals, police, and firefighters. In fact, the owner is so revered by the firemen he was invited to their banquet and presented with a plaque in appreciation for his generosity and kindness to the firefighters.

Community spirit is also evident at Bubba Que BBQ. Each Tuesday the restaurant holds Spirit Night, and 10 percent of each customer’s check is donated to a local school. Recent donations helped fund an art program, field trips, and equipment for the steel drum band at Shields Elementary.

Shoppin’ AroundRed Oak offers a variety of specialty shops in the Main Street

Plaza, located amidst the historic downtown renaissance, as well as in strip centers like Red Oak Square and Red Oak Corners.

A new Wal-Mart is expected to open in 2009.In March 2008, the Uptown Village at Cedar Hill debuted

with an open-air shopping environment including Dillard’s, Barnes and Noble, and a variety of apparel and accessories retailers. Cedar Hill is a short drive from Red Oak off Highway 67 at FM 1382 and Pleasant Run.

Pleasant Run Town Crossing, on Highway 67, offers a Super Target; Bed, Bath & Beyond; and Circuit City.

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Waxahachie, located nine miles south of Red Oak, has a downtown district filled with antique shops, boutiques, and specialty stores.

Nearby AttractionsThe Ellis County Museum takes visitors

on a tour of the county’s history with a variety of exhibits that include photos, furniture, artifacts, and toys highlighting the area’s fascinating history. It is located at 201 S. College St. in Waxahachie. Hours are Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, 12 to 4 p.m. Call 972-937-0681 or visit www.rootsweb.com/~txecm/.

Texas Motorplex, located in Ennis, is an all-concrete, quarter-mile drag strip that’s seen several world-record performances since opening in 1986. The Motorplex hosts regular NHRA events. Call 1-800-MOTORPLEX or visit www.texasmotorplex.com.

The Promise, at the Glen Rose Amphitheater, is an award-winning Christian musical production featuring a cast and crew of more than 100 people (including a Red Oak family, whose son was also featured in a 2007 episode of Friday Night Lights) bringing beloved stories from the Bible to the

stage. The production runs from September–October and celebrates its 20th anniversary in 2008. The Texas Amphitheater is located in Glen Rose, southwest of Red Oak off Highway 67 and Bo Gibbs Boulevard. For more information call 800-687-2661.

Destination DallasA 20-minute drive will take you to the

heart of Dallas. Among the city’s many popular attractions are:

Dallas Arboretum214-515-6500 • www.dallasarboretum.org

Dallas Farmers MarketOpen-air fresh produce and plant market in

downtown Dallas, dating back to the 1800s214-670-5880 • www.dallasfarmersmarket.org

Dallas Museum of Art

Home to works by impressionists and other European painters, as well as the most extensive collection of African art in the United States

214-922-1200 • dallasmuseumofart.org

Dallas World AquariumVisit the aquatic worlds of four continents

at this underwater center214-720-2224 • www.dwazoo.com

Dallas ZooThousands of animals roam 95 acres of land214-670-5656 • www.dallas-zoo.org

Deep Ellum DistrictAn entertainment and arts district east of

downtown Dallas214-748-4332 • www.deepellumtx.com

Fair ParkNational Historic Landmark, home to an

extraordinary collection of 1930s Art Deco art and architecture; grounds are home to seven museums as well as Texas Discovery Gardens

214-670-8400 • www.fairpark.org

Galleria DallasMall anchored by Nordstrom, Macy’s, and

Saks Fifth Avenue and featuring skating center and playplace; more than 200 stores and restaurants

972-702-7100 • www.galleriadallas.com

Grapevine MillsDiscount mall featuring over 180 stores and

restaurants972-724-4900 • www.grapevinemills.com

Highland Park VillageShopping and entertainment center featuring

an eclectic assortment of shops; has been designated a National Historic Landmark

214-252-3071• www.hpvillage.com

NorthPark CenterMall anchored by Dilliard’s, Macy’s, Neiman

Marcus, and Nordstrom; will be home to more than 235 stores by the end of 2008

214-363-7441 • www.northparkcenter.com

SpeedZone DallasGet behind the wheel of four types of cars

across different racetracks; also 36 holes of mini-golf and more than 100 racing simulation video games

972-247-7223 • www.speedzone.com

This list is just a short sample. Visit www.dallascvb.com for full information on all Dallas has to offer.

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Parks and TrailsThe city is working vigilantly to expand its

Possum Trot Trail System so that residents and visitors will have more opportunities for enjoying hiking and biking.

Currently locals enjoy Cherry Creek Nature Preserve, Liberty Garden, and Old Town Park, where numerous community events take place throughout the year.

“One of our primary goals is to develop more parks,” says Mayor Alan Hugley. “We have purchased a 70-acre tract of land east of the city that will become our signature park. It has a creek that will be surrounded with trails, recreational areas, and ball fields.”

Youth SportsAttending Hawks sports events is a

popular activity in Red Oak. The beloved Red Oak Hawks football team reached the regional playoffs in 2007 for the first time in 23 years. Local businesses keep team spirit strong with signs of support, and residents turn out at pep rallies and events to support all the Hawks sports teams. Teams frequently hold car washes, bake sales, and other events to raise funds for equipment and training.

More than 500 kids ages 6 to 19 participate on 40 co-ed soccer teams. The spring and fall leagues are run by volunteer coaches, referees and organizers.

Softball and baseball leagues for children and adults are also offered.

Community EventsThe police and fire departments escort

the Easter Bunny into Old Town Park for the annual Easter Egg Hunt. Nearly 7,000 eggs

were hidden last year, with prizes awarded in several age categories.

In April, Ennis Garden Club sponsors Bluebonnet Trails, featuring 40 miles of marked trails that provide a spectacular scenic drive.

National Arbor Day is celebrated in the parks with the planting of special trees and a 5K run to benefit the Education Foundation.

Canine Carnival is an annual April event hosted by the Red Oak Parks and Recreation Department and Canine Counselors. Activities include live music, food, games, animal care demonstrations, a parade, a costume contest, and more. Ellis County SPCA offers nail clipping and microchipping.

The community turned out in force for the first annual Red Oak White and Blue Celebration in July 2007. Held at the high school football stadium, the event included live music, entertainment, food, fun activities for kids, and a spectacular fireworks display.

In August, the Red Oak Police Department sponsors National Night Out at Old Town Park. Officers educate the public on crime and drug prevention and offer on-site demonstrations and literature on safety and other topics.

Outdoor AttractionsRed Oak Valley Golf Club offers affordable

memberships and greens fees. The course offers a pro shop, driving range, lessons, and a lounge with food and beverages. Reservations are taken up to the Thursday before weekends. Group reservations are available for 48–52 players, and banquet facilities are available for members.

Lake Waxahachie is a favorite spot for boating and water-skiing. Fishermen find it’s a great spot for channel catfish, white bass, largemouth bass, and crappie.

Waxahachie Creek Hike and Bike Trail offers a chance to walk or bike along a scenic path and through woods alongside Waxahachie Creek. The path extends from Getzendaner Park to Lion’s Park, with a view of the historic Rogers Street Bridge.

Cedar Hill State Park offers boat ramps with access to the 7,740-acre Joe Pool Lake. More than 300 campsites are available, and there are more than 15 miles of biking trails. The park is on the site of a 19th-century farm, and some of the farm’s buildings have been restored to give visitors a glimpse of history.

Lake Bardwell offers fishing, skiing, boating, and camping. Paddleboats are rented at Highview Marina, which also offers fishing from a covered pavilion. Horseback riding, hiking, and bicycling are permitted on more than 13 miles of trails.

Texas Motorplex is an NHRA drag-racing venue featuring racing, concerts, and other special events.

Six Flags Over Texas is a 220-acre theme park located on I-30 in Arlington. The park features themed areas, thrill rides, and a variety of entertainment. It’s open weekends in the spring and fall and daily in the summer.

The Ballpark in Arlington is home to the Texas Rangers and features a Legends of the Game Baseball Museum and Learning Center. A centerfield picnic area with children’s activities is a popular spot for families.

Mesquite Championship Rodeo at Resistol Arena is located at 1818 Rodeo Drive in Mesquite. The modern, covered facility is open Friday and Saturday nights from April through September.

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Located just 20 minutes from down-town Dallas with close proximity to I-35 and I-20, Red Oak is ideally

suited for those who prefer suburban living without having to endure lengthy commutes for employment. The area has experienced a residential housing boom in recent years, and first-time buyers or those looking to trade up will find a wide variety of houses to choose from. Whether you are seeking to build your dream home from the ground up or move into an older home, there are many afford-able neighborhoods. Those seeking a larger expanse of land will also find acreage with a more rural feel.

Although the city’s population is escalating rapidly, residents go out of their way to make newcomers feel welcome. “People often comment that Red Oak doesn’t feel like other towns they’ve lived in,” says Mayor Alan Hugley. “It’s quickly evolving from rural to suburban, but even with all of the growth we have experienced in the last few years, it still has a friendly, small-town feel, and there is a sense of community here that is rare.”

According to the Home Builders Association of Greater Dallas, the Dallas Metroplex is ranked in the top half of the most affordable housing markets in the United States. “Our close proximity to Dallas and the availability of land is unique in this area,” Mayor Hugley notes. “While areas to the north of us now

have become so urban they have suburbs of other suburbs, Red Oak still has a lot of open, undeveloped land that can be used for both residential and business development.”

Buyers considering relocating to the Dallas-Fort Worth area will find that Red Oak offers a wide choice of affordable homes in several price ranges.

New CommunitiesHarmony is a 166-acre master-planned

community with houses built by J Houston Homes. Located just 20 minutes from downtown Dallas and close to I-35E, it provides convenient access to the city while offering residents a scenic environment of parks,

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Nourishing Faith and Helping Others

The Red Oak area is home to more than a dozen churches representing a variety of denominations. Many of them frequently work together on community projects such as Habitat for Humanity or helping North Ellis County Outreach provide food, clothing, and other assistance to needy families throughout the region.

In addition to providing worship and fellowship, churches also offer additional help to residents, such as the First Baptist Church’s Celebrate Recovery Program. A faith-based healing approach, the program organizes groups to assist in overcoming substance abuse, eating disorders, codependency, anger/resentment, domestic violence, and other issues.

Angel Food Ministries provides high-quality, affordable food to low-income families struggling to make ends meet. Angel Food groceries feed a family of four for one week or a single senior citizen for one month. Boxes of food valued at $50 are sold for $25 through the program.

Other churches work to provide holiday gift baskets to families who otherwise would not be able to afford Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners or gifts for their children.

The Empowering Word Christian Center organizes a different project each month in cooperation with Ellis County Outreach. Church volunteers help out in a variety of ways, from building handicap ramps to cleaning yards or repairing homes. Highland Meadows Church also encourages its members to pursue charitable activities outside the church.

First United Methodist Church has a strong volunteer program for children in grades seven through 12 and places an emphasis on missions and community service throughout the year. The church features a pumpkin patch and carnival in October, with funds going to support worthy causes.

New residents and visitors will find that Red Oak churches offer a casual and friendly atmosphere, with many opportunities to make new friends and get involved in helping others.

wooded trails, and close proximity to Red Oak schools. Amenities include a playground, swimming pool, and cabana, plus wooded trails and greenbelts. “We have a strong referral base of customers who recommend us to their friends,” says sales representative Rob Poole. “The Harmony subdivision fills a need for homes with quality construction and modern amenities in an affordable price range.” Homes in the Harmony complex start at $150,000.

Magnolia Farms, from David Weekley Homes, features houses from 1,921 to 2,277 square feet in the $172,000–$192,000 price range. Amenities include a pool, playground, parks, trails, pond, and clubhouse.

Quail Run is a subdivision from Wall Homes, with houses in the $136,000–$185,000 price range. Homes range from

1,607 to 2,525 square feet, with numerous floor plans and customization options to choose from.

Fox Hollow Estates, by Coleman Homes, combines small-town ambience with the convenience of close proximity to the Metroplex and the recreational facilities at Joe Pool Lake. One of the city’s elementary schools borders the neighborhood, and I-35 is close by for those who commute to jobs in Dallas or Waxahachie. Homes range from $127,000–$192,000.

Real Estate AgentsA full listing of real estate agents who

are members of the Red Oak Chamber of Commerce can be found at the back of this book.

Apartment LivingFor those not yet ready to make a commit-

ment to home ownership, Red Oak Town Village is a gated apartment complex offering one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments in sev-eral floor plans. Amenities include contemporary décor, modern appliances, a resort-style pool, a fitness center, and covered parking. Prices range from $699 to $1,299. Manager Michelle Jones notes, “We have apartments perfect for singles

and larger units suitable for families. Leases are available for six or 12 months.”

Other apartment complexes include Living Oaks Apartments, which offers tenants ameni-ties that include a free health club member-ship and a video library, and South Meadows Apartments, where upscale features include vaulted ceilings, fireplaces, and fenced patio and playscape, available in one-, two-, and three-bedroom designs.

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A+ Reliable Pool Service, LLCBauer, Bob or RenaP.O. Box 2114Red Oak TX 75154(972) 880-6333bbauer@aircanopy.net www.aarondesigns.comPOOL SUPPLIES

Aaron’s DesignsWickware, Aaron102 N. Hwy. 342Red Oak TX 75154(972) 617-3010 .........Fax: (972) 617-3009aaron@aaronsdesigns.comPRINTING & DESIGN

Acapulco’s of Red OakBahena, Refugio100 Plaza Drive Suite 100Red Oak TX 75154(469) 552-0909FOOD & DINING

AirCanopy Internet ServicesAverett, Reese3261 FM 663 Ste DMidlothian TX 76065(972) 617-8889sales@aircanopy.netwww.aircanopy.comCOMPUTER & INTERNET

All About KidsBubolz, Chris235 East Ovilla RoadRed Oak TX 75154(972) 617-9009allaboutkids235@yahoo.comRETAIL

All Sports TrophiesBuford, Thomas109 N. CollegeWaxahachie TX 75165(972) 937-2222tbuford@ectisp.netRETAIL

Allen’s Pool SupplyLundy, Allen233 E. Ovilla Rd.Red Oak TX 75154(972) 617-2566 .........Fax: (972) 576-2488poolworks2005@yahoo.com POOL SUPPLIES

Alley Cat Animal Hospital, Inc.Bohanan, DVM, Ron130 E. Ovilla RoadRed Oak TX 75154(972) 617-5306 .........Fax: (972) 576-0701PET CARE

Allstate InsuranceKing, Tiffany133 W. Ovilla Rd.Red Oak TX 75154(972) 223-0566 .........Fax: (972) 225-0490tiffanyking@allstate.com INSURANCE

Allstate InsuranceWeyrauch, Nickie504 N. Hwy 342Red Oak TX 75154(972) 617-5433 .........Fax: (972) 617-9157nickieweyrauch@allstate.com INSURANCE

Ameri-Tex CleaningPaluga, PatarickP.O. Box 2476Red Oak TX 75154(972) 217-1773 .........Fax: (972) 217-1774albio@earthlink.netCLEANING SERVICES

American Health DistributorsKirby, Lee5461 Mulberry LaneMidlothian TX 76065(469) 337-6244lee@americanhealthdistributors.com HEALTH CARE

Animal Hospital of OvillaMark Stanfill, DVM3357 Ovilla Rd.Ovilla TX 75154(972) 617-9996 .........Fax: (972) 617-5559VERTERINARIAN

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Area Wide Directory Co.Rogerson, Joan2241 Valwood PkwyFarmers Branch TX 75234(972) 241-5434 .........Fax: (972) 241-5660http://www.areawidedirectory.comINFORMATION

Around The Clock Service Co., Inc.Shahan, Angela1347 Lyndon AveDesoto TX 75115(972) 224-9795angie@aroundtheclockair.comwww.aroundtheclockair.comHEATING & AIR CONDITIONING

ASCO Portable ToiletsHolder, DavidP.O. Box 595061Dallas TX 75359(214) 520-4474 .........Fax: (214) 327-2726deholder@flash.net WASTE SERVICES

Assistance Dogs of TexasRoberts, CindyP.O. Box 1074Red Oak TX 75154(972) 617-3136 .........Fax: (972) 617-3846PET CARE

Atmos EnergyDrones, A. Z.,800 E. Border St.Arlington TX 756010(817) 303-2906a.drones@atmosenergy.comUTILITIES

Avon, The Company for WomenBobo, TobiP.O. Box 357Red Oak TX 75154t.bobo@sbcglobal.net COSMETICS & SKIN CARE

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B & B Fun RentalsBenton, Jim809 Ferris Ave.Waxahachie TX 75165(972) 938-9920 .........Fax: (972) 938-1194bandbfun@sbcglobal.nethttp://www.bandbfun.comENTERTAINMENT & PARTY PLANNING

Bauerle Real EstateBauerle, GlennaP.O. Box 718Red Oak TX 75154(972) 617-7020 .........Fax: (972) 617-0939bauerleg@gmail.comREAL ESTATE

Baylor Medical Center at WaxahachieFox, Jay1405 W. Jefferson St.Waxahachie TX 75165(972) 923-7000 ... Fax: +1 (972) 923-7096http://www.bhcs.com/hospitals/ waxahachie/default.htmHEALTH CARE

Bella Balloons153 Historic Town SquareLancaster TX 75146Bella.Balloons@yahoo.comhttp://bella-balloons.comENTERTAINMENT & PARTY PLANNING

Ben Goodwyn AgencyGoodwyn, ShellyP.O. Box 2489Red Oak TX 75154(972) 842-8900 .........Fax: (866) 904-7720shellygoodwyn@hotmail.com http://www.bengood.comINSURANCE

Bevans Real EstateBevans, Gayla906 Summer Hill LaneRed Oak TX 75154(214) 477-3627 ... Fax: +1 (972) 228-8067GHBevans@aol.comREAL ESTATE

Big Show CelebrationsSantana, Sonya409 Houston School RoadRed Oak TX 75154ENTERTAINMENT & PARTY PLANNING

Blackstone DevelopmentShelly, RandyP.O. Box 205Red Oak TX 75154(214) 325-7170DEVELOPER

Blessings Art Academy and GalleryNorton, Lyn102 Meadow Wood LnOvilla TX 75154(972) 515-8184 .........Fax: (972) 217-1008lyn@blessing-art.comhttp://www.blessings-art.comEDUCATION & INSTRUCTION

Brookshire’s Grocery StoreOkorowski, MattPO Box 1709Red Oak TX 75154(972) 617-8465 .........Fax: (972) 576-3440GROCERY STORE

Bubba Que BBQArnoldy, Mike2500 E. Ovilla RdRed Oak TX 75154(972) 617-1222FOOD & DINING

Budget Yellow PagesKetchem, Troy550 N. Main St., Suite 203Duncanville TX 75116(972) 780-9737 .........Fax: (972) 780-2967worlddirectories@sbcglobal.neINFORMATION

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Canine Counslers Obedience TrainingPetersen, Melanie106 Creekview Dr. WestRed Oak TX 75154(214_ 864-8014melanie.caninecounselors@yahoo.comwww.caninecounselors.orgPET CARE

Carlisle ChevroletJackson, Alan(972) 938-8000 .........Fax: (972) 938-8007ajackchevy@yahoo.com AUTOMOBILE DEALERS

Carol Martinez State Farm InsuranceMartinez, Carol240 Old Denton Rd. Ste 311Carrollton TX 75006(972) 466-2005 .........Fax: (972) 466-0415www.carolmartinez.orgINSURANCESee ad page 1

Judge Bob Carroll6811 Montgomery Rd.Midlothian TX 76065INDIVIDUAL

Carter and Co. Pest ControlCarter, Glenn3145 Lomita Dr. Lancaster TX 75146(972) 230-7000 .........Fax: (214) 722-2004glenn@cartercopestcontol.comwww.cartercopestcontrol.comPEST CONTROL

Carter Blood CareHill, Keith2205 HWY 121Bedford TX 76021(817) 412-5116HEALTH CARE

Century 21 Judge Fite WaxahachieKelly, Suzanne507 N. Hwy 77, Ste 210Waxahachie TX 75154(972) 938-3636SuzanneKelly@JudgeFite.comREAL ESTATE

Century Label Inc.Wise, Randy421 CenturywayRed Oak TX 75154(972) 576-0826 .........Fax: (972) 576-0832sales@centurylabelinc.com http://www.centurylabelinc.comPRINTING & DESIGN

Chem-Dry by SaraSarasin, Ted(972) 617-8825sarasdream@aircanopy.netwww.carpetcleanerdallas.comCLEANING SERVICES

Church’s ChickenElchehimi, Mohamad100 Harris Ave.Red Oak TX 75154(972) 617-9998FOOD & DINING

Cici’s PizzaPope, Doug1440 N. Hwy 77 Ste 7Waxahachie TX 75165(972) 937-1222 .........Fax: (972) 617-6023dpcc67@msn.comFOOD & DINING

Citizens NationalPaghi, Nanette102 Harris Ave.Red Oak TX 75154(972) 351-5253npaghi@cnbwax.com BANKING CENTERSSee ad page Inside Front Cover

City of Red OakAlbert, ScottP.O. Box 393Red Oak TX 75154(972) 617-3638 .........Fax: (469) 218-1249salbert@redoaktx.orgCITY

City of Red OakWhatley, LaurenP.O Box 393Red Oak TX 75154(469) 218-1202lwhatley@redoaktx.org CITY

City of Red Oak Fire RescueThompson, EricP.O. Box 393Red Oak TX 75154(469) 218-7714 .........Fax: (469) 218-7719ethompson@redoaktx.org CITY

City of Red Oak Park and RecHopping, MichaelPO Box 393Red Oak TX 75154(972) 576-3414 .........Fax: (972) 576-3425mhopping@redoaktx.org CITY

City of Red Oak Police DepartmentP.O. Box 98Red Oak TX 75154(972) 617-7632 .........Fax: (972) 617-8239bbrock@redoaktx.orghttp://bbrock@redoaktx.orgCITY

Coldwell Banker Residential BrokerageJones, Carolyn1585-A North Hwy 77Waxahachie TX 75165(972) 351-5000 .........Fax: (972) 351-5060carolyn.jones@cbdfw.com http://www.cbdfw.netREAL ESTATE

Comfort InnSalika, Ray404 N. I35Red Oak TX 75154(972) 617-7797 .........Fax: (972) 617-7841gm.tx950@choicehotels.com HOTELS

Community Education SpecialistCameron, Rich2000 North Old Hickory TrailDesoto TX 75115(972) 298-7323 .........Fax: (972) 709-0581rich.cameron@psysolutions.comEDUCATION & INSTRUCTION

CommunityLinkSean Corrigan4742 Holts Prairie RoadPO Box 306Pinckneyville IL 62274800-455-5600sean.corrigan@communitylink.comwww.communitylink.comPUBLISHERS

Compton’s Carpet Cleaning & Restoration Inc. Compton, Greg1316 W. Main StWaxahachie TX 75165(972) 938-2708 .........Fax: (972) 938-0622comptonscarpet@sbcglobal.net CLEANING SERVICESRestoration

Country View Golf CourseMoran, Ken240 W. Beltline RoadLancaster TX 75146(972) 227-0995Lancastergolf@sbcglobal.nethttp://www.countryviewgolfcourse.comCLUBS & GROUPS

Creekside Mirror & GlassMcCloud, SteveP.O. Box 1890Red Oak TX 75154(972) 617-9805 .........Fax: (972) 617-4502cjmccloud831@aol.comWHOLESALE SUPPLIER TO BUILDERS

CurvesHensley, Shawna490 N. Hwy 342Red Oak TX 75154(972) 515-8000 .........Fax: (972) 515-8000redoakcurves@gmail.comHEALTH & FITNESS

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Dance XpressionsHarris, Cathy205 S. Main Street Ste #1502Red Oak TX 75154(972) 617-1234dancexp@sbcglobal.nethttp://dancexp.netDANCE

Charles and Dortha Daubitz212 MethodistRed Oak TX 75154INDIVIDUAL

David Service Heating & Air, Inc.David, Brenard & Sharon428 Country Ridge LnRed Oak TX 75154(972) 617-7885 .........Fax: (972) 617-8669davidservices@airmail.net HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING

DB Computer SolutionsBurge, Duke507 N Hwy 77 Ste 510Waxahachie TX 75165(972) 938-8087duke@dbcomputersolutions.net www.dbcsdirect.comCOMPUTER & INTERNET

Desoto Gun ClubCaldwell, Ken1876 Lone Star DriveDallas TX 75212(214) 943-7421kenc@oakcliffofficesupply.com CLUBS & GROUPS

Desoto Independent School DistrictBobo, Tobi1500 Heritage Blvd.Glenn Heights TX 75154(972) 230-2881 .........Fax: (972) 274-8073t.bobo@sbcglobal.net SCHOOLS

DeSoto Janitorial Supply, Inc.Huskins, Barbara719 S. BeckleyDesoto TX 75115(972) 223-0310 ... Fax: +1 (972) 223-1505CLEANING SPPLIES

Donut DepotButler, Scott106 E. Ovilla Rd., Ste. 4Red Oak TX 75154(972) 576-2456scotster70@sbcglobal.net FOOD & DINING

Donut House, TheBurke, Jonathan205 S. Main StRed Oak TX 75154(972) 842-3836jbgecko5150@aol.comFOOD & DINING

Duramar Venus, Inc.Dickerson, Jackie1101 S. HamptonDesoto TX 75115(972) 223-8008 ... Fax: +1 (972) 223-8257annboyanton@yahoo.com HOME IMPROVEMENT

Dusti the ClownSanders, Jeanette3903 Ovilla RdOvilla TX 75154(972) 617-6964txqueen@chilitech.comENTERTAINMENT & PARTY PLANNING

Dynamic Computer SolutionsAkers, Thomas149 Crump CircleRed Oak TX 75154(972) 842-2134 .........Fax: (972) 842-2134takers@dynamicomputersolutions.com http://www.dynamicomputersolutions.comCOMPUTER & INTERNET

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Eastridge ElementaryMajors, BobP.O. Box 9000Red Oak TX 75154(972) 617-2266 .........Fax: (972) 617-4417christy.benedict@redoakisd.org http://www.redoakisd.orgSCHOOLS

Ebby Halliday RealtorsWheeler, Terri515 N. Cedar RidgeDuncanville TX 75116(972) 296-0110 .........Fax: (972) 296-9576terriwheeler@ebby.comhttp://www.ebby.comREAL ESTATE

Ebby Halliday RealtorsAnderson, Kathy515 N. Cedar RidgeDuncanville TX 75116(972) 989-4320 ... Fax: +1 (972) 296-9576kathyanderson@ebby.com http://www.ebby.comREAL ESTATE

Edward Jones InvestmentsChase, Renee307 E. Ovilla Rd.Red Oak TX 75154(972) 576-8536 .........Fax: (800) 303-9157renee.chase@edwardjones.comFINANCIAL

Edward Jones InvestmentsEsselman, Evan4 James CtWaxahachie TX 75165(972) 576-8061evan.esselman@edwardjones.com FINANCIAL

Eldridge House Fine Photography, TheEldridge, Bob1565 Stainback Rd.Red Oak TX 75154(972) 617-2227eldhouse@aircanopy.nethttp://www.eldridgehouse.comPHOTOGRAPHY

Ellis County Abstract & TitleBernard, Harold408 Ferris AveWaxahachie TX 75165(972) 938-2601 .........Fax: (972) 938-8341charlotte.wilson@ecatco.com TITLE SERVICESSee ad page 7

Ellis County Living MagazineBorders, Lauren405 W. MadisonWaxahachie TX 75165(972) 935-0938 .........Fax: (972) 937-7326lauren@living-magazine.comhttp://www.living-magazine.comMAGAZINES

Ellis County Music CenterGrant, Tim100 Plaza Dr.Red Oak TX 75154(972) 617-9992ellisco17@sbcglobal.netMUSIC

Especially For You!Kouns, Lee Ann,1203 Red Oak Creek RdRed Oak TX 75154(972) 617-8530cfy05@att.nethttp://www.e4utexas.comRETAIL

Everday Yellow PagesStout, Sandy2206 W. Park Row Drive Ste. 102 Arlington TX 76013(817) 795-5050 .........Fax: (817) 461-6723sstout@everydayyp.comwww.everdayyp.comINFORMATION

Express Car ServicesWynn, Kenneth240 E. Ovilla RdRed Oak TX 75154(972) 617-2014AUTOMOBILE REPAIR & SERVICES

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Family Care of TexasWasinger, Rhetta2001 Bates Drive #200Waxahachie TX 75165(972) 923-1853 .........Fax: (972) 923-1809wasinger@angmarholdings.comHEALTH CARE

Farmer’s InsuranceWhitley, Marianne117 W. Ovilla Rd.Glenn Heights TX 75154(972) 223-9992MWhitley@farmersagent.com INSURANCESee ad page 14

Farmers Insurance GroupHughes, Don505 N. I-35 ., Ste 400Red Oak TX 75154(972) 617-3732 .........Fax: (972) 576-2170dhughes@farmersagent.comINSURANCE

First United Methodist Church Red OakBlackford, DouglasPO Box 25 600 W. Red Oak RdRed Oak TX 75154(972) 617-9100 ........Fax: (972) 576-3276www.fumcro.orgCHURCHES

Fred’s Red Oak SteakhouseShelly, Randy205 South Main Street Suite 1007Red Oak TX 75154(972) 617-6700FOOD & DINING

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Gardner’s Kwik KarGardner, Bill136 E. Ovilla Rd.Red Oak TX 75154(972) 617-2256 .........Fax: (972) 617-8890billg@countrynet.nethttp://www.redoakkwikkar.comAUTOMOBILE REPAIR & SERVICES

Gary Puckett PhotographyPuckett, Gary W.,8830 Mallory CourtWaxahachie TX 75167(972) 670-6631Gary@GaryPuckettPhotography.comhttp://www.GaryPuckettPhotography.comPHOTOGRAPHY

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Gas N’ StufBell, Andy & Tina300 S. IH-35ERed Oak TX 75154(972) 576-5623 .........Fax: (972) 576-8439gasnstuf@sbcglobal.net AUTOMOBILE REPAIR & SERVICES

Generals International inc.Jacobs, MikeP.O. Box 340Red Oak TX 75154(972) 576-8887 .........Fax: (972) 576-8899ea@generals.org http://www.generals.orgMINISTRY

Gingerbread PressCull, Mike1605 E. Main StWaxahachie TX 75165(972) 938-1776 .........Fax: (972) 938-1780Mike@culego.comPRINTING & DESIGN

Golden JewelsAbraham288 E. Ovilla, Rd.Red Oak TX 75154(972) 617-9777 .........Fax: (972) 617-7799JEWELRY

Ben GoodwynP.O. Box 808Red Oak TX 75154bengoodwyn@yahoo.comINDIVIDUAL

Gourmet GrindRoss, Kay600 Methodist Ste #2110Red Oak TX 75154(214) 717-1077kayexpresso@yahoo.com FOOD & DINING

Greenery, TheGreen, Scott and Debra3708 N. Hwy 77Waxahachie TX 75165(972) 617-5459greenery@aircanopy.comNURSERY

Guerrero’s Custom UpholsteryGuerrero, Refugio336 Meadow LaneRed Oak TX 75154(972) 617-8817UPHOLSTERER

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H&R BlockEvans, Yulisa110 E. Ovilla Rd.Red Oak TX 75154(972) 617-1900yevans@hrblock.com http://www.HRBlock.comACCOUNTING & TAX

Hale Law Firm, TheHale, John D.,309 E. Ovilla Rd. Ste 2200Red Oak TX 75154(214) 446-5080 .........Fax: (214) 446-5081johale@thehalelawfirm.comwww.thehalelawfirm.comATTORNEYS

Hall Powell RealtyHall, Jerry2502 Ovilla RdRed Oak TX 75165(972) 617-5557 .........Fax: (972) 617-5580jhall@hallpowell.comhttp://www.hallpowell.comREAL ESTATE

Hamlin Construction, Inc.Hamlin, BobPO Box 1150Red Oak TX 75154(972) 846-3333 .........Fax: (972) 846-3003hamlinhomes@earthlink.netDEVELOPER

Happy House Day CareLankford, Noma2518 E. Ovilla Rd.Red Oak TX 75154(972) 617-3364 .........Fax: (972) 617-9113DAY CARESee ad page 7

Harty’s PrintingKennedy, Paula247 N. Hampton RdDesoto TX 75115(214) 388-0211PRINTING & DESIGN

HD BOAR INC. Investigative & Protective ServicesDikovitsky, MikeP.O. Box 2505Red Oak TX 75154(469) 222-8740 .........Fax: (469) 533-1598info@hdboar.comwww.hdboar.comINVESTIGATIVE & PROTECTIVE SERVICES

Ben Heckathorn, Attorney & CPAHeckathorn, BenPO Box 547Red Oak TX 75154(972) 617-3000 .........Fax: (469) 225-8030benh@birch.netATTORNEYS

Highland Meadows ChurchJohnston, David229 E. Ovilla Rd.Red Oak TX 75154(972) 617-3752info@highlandmeadowschurch.orgwww.highlandmeadowschurch.orgCHURCHES

Hilco Electric Cooperative, Inc.Seale, JoeP.O. Box 127Itasca TX 76055(254) 687-2331 .........Fax: (254) 687-2752jseale@hilco.coop http://www.hilco.orgUTILITIES

Hilltop Travel TrailersBacon, Mike700 W. Red Oak Rd.Red Oak TX 75154(972) 617-8311 .........Fax: (972) 617-7065hilltoptt@sbcglobal.netTRAVEL TRAILERS

Housewarmers of Red OakBaucum, PaulaP.O. Box 2778Red Oak TX 75154(972) 723-1004 .........Fax: (972) 775-1110redoakhw@yahoo.com http://www.housewarmerscorp.comWELCOMING SERVICES

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IESI- Solid Waste ServicesCalloway, PaulPO Box 2869Waxahachie TX 75168(972) 923-9661 .........Fax: (972) 923-9676http://www.iesi.comWASTE SERVICES

Inner Works Kitchen and Bath GalleryDickenson, Jason198 Brothers Blvd Ste 100Red Oak TX 75154(972) 617-4570jm.builder@yahoo.com HOME IMPROVEMENT

It Figures!Green, Lori107 W. Ovilla Rd.Glenn Heights TX 75154(972) 223-6060 .........Fax: (972) 223-6045lorigreen@aircanopy.nethttp://www.itfigurestx.comHEALTH & FITNESS

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Jefferson BankWatson, Jerry, Banking Center President309 E. Ovilla Rd., Ste. 1100Red Oak TX 75154(972) 617-8700 ........Fax: (972) 617-8747jwatson@jeffersonbanktexas.com http://www.jeffersonbanktexas.comBANKING CENTERS

Jefferson Home MortgageBartosh, Tom309 E. Ovilla Rd #1200Red Oak TX 75154(972) 617-4800tbartosh@JeffersonHomeMortgage.Com FINANCIAL

Jim Barron Custom PaintingBarron, Jim Barron Custom Painting513 Eagle Dr.Desoto TX 75115(972) 336-2117http://jbcp.home.texas.netPAINT CONTRACTORS

Jimmie and James InterprizeWade, JimmieP.O. Box 941Red Oak TX 75154(214) 546-9532 .........Fax: (972) 617-7707jimmiejwade@yahoo.comDEVELOPER

Joe Rust CompanyRust, Joe440 Gingerbread Ln.Waxahachie TX 75165(972) 333-4143 .........Fax: (972) 938-0600joerust@joerust.comwww.joerust.comREAL ESTATE

Joey’s BurritoMartinez, Joey241 E. Ovilla Rd.Red Oak TX 75154(469) 658-2499jose_armin16@yahoo.com FOOD & DININGSee ad page 1

John Bass HomesBass, John Bass HomesPO Box 39Red Oak TX 75154(972) 617-3661 .........Fax: (972) 617-3662REAL ESTATE DEVELOPERS

Johnston Studio of PhotographyJohnston, David302 Abel Dr.Glenn Heights TX 75154(972) 617-8929dj@johnstonstudio.comwww.johnstonstudio.comPHOTOGRAPHY

Judy’s Cafe #3132 E. Ovilla Rd.Red Oak TX 75154(972) 617-7552FOOD & DINING

Junior’s Bar-B-QSulak, Christa or Junior3710 FM 813Waxahachie TX 75165(972) 617-5362FOOD & DINING

Just In Time Track ClubChambers, Willis and Tracy1020 MeadowbrookeCedar Hill TX 75104(214) 929-4764 .........Fax: (214) 276-1422willisc2@sbcglobal.net http://www.justintimetrack.comHEALTH & FITNESS

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KB HomeHickman, John2711 LBJ Frwy., Ste. 600Dallas TX 75234(972) 617-1183 .........Fax: (972) 617-1185jhickman@kbhome.com REAL ESTATE

KBEC RadioRoberts, Ken711 Ferris Ave.Waxahachie TX 75165(972) 938-1390 .........Fax: (972) 935-0871kenr@KBEC.comhttp://www.kbec.comMEDIA

Keith Ace HardwareBernhardt, Shane154 E. Ovilla RoadRed Oak TX 75154(972) 617-8880 .........Fax: (972) 617-1189RETAIL

Keller WilliamsPalmer, Brenda112 N. Lowrance RoadRed Oak TX 75154(469) 261-1217 .........Fax: (469) 218-0351brenda.palmer@kw.comhttp://www.BrendaPalmer.comREAL ESTATE

Kinney StudiosKinney, Richard600 Methodist #2120Red Oak TX 75154(817) 909-4285rjubbet@your-web-guys.comhttp://www.your-web-guys.comPHOTOGRAPHY

KJ McDonnell PLLCMcDonnell, Kevin714 Ferris Ave.Waxahachie TX 75165(972) 923-2881 .........Fax: (972) 937-3415kj@mcdonnelllegal.comATTORNEYSACCOUNTING & TAX

Knapheide Truck Equipment SouthwestWalker, Keith398 N. I-35 Service Rd.Red Oak TX 75154(972) 617-3770 .........Fax: (972) 617-8581wkwalker@knapheidesouthwest.comhttp://www.j-rod.comAUTOMOBILE PARTS & ACCESSORIESSee ad page 5

Kolache Depot BakeryBatten, AlBox 744Ennis TX 75120(972) 576-5301FOOD & DINING

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Latitudes Cruises and TravelElder, Tom3771 Joe Wilson Rd.Midlothian TX 76065+800 (/581) -9208thelder108@aircanopy.netTRAVEL AGENCIES

Legacy Hair SalonDodson, Holly105 N Main StreetRed Oak TX 75154(972) 617-9190SALONS, SPAS, & BARBERS

Lights GaloreRiney, Holly1011 N Highway 77Waxahachie TX 75165(972) 923-1188holly@lightsgalore.netHOME IMPROVEMENT

Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson, LLPChester, Kevin D., Esq.PO Box 1916Corsicana TX 75151(903) 872-3096 ... Fax: +1 (903) 874-5007kevin.chester@publicans.comACCOUNTING & TAX

Little Nook, TheBryant, Jan600 Methodist Rd Ste 3110Red Oak TX 75154juanita4him@hotmail.com COLLECTIBLES

Living Oaks ApartmentsZacharias, Julie200 Brothers Blvd.Red Oak TX 75154(972) 617-0508 ........Fax: (972) 617-7038living_oaks@juno.com APARTMENTS

Loving Touch Adult Day CareTyler, Joeann115 Vine St.Glenn Heights TX 75154(972) 617-0240 .........Fax: (972) 617-2811NURSING CENTERSSee ad page 11

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Madelina Realty ManagementBata, Amin14902 Preston #902Dallas TX 75242(214) 682-7005 .........Fax: (972) 386-6918aminbata@verizon.netREAL ESTATE

Martial Arts ExperienceNelson, Anthony Hare and Joseph,243 E. Ovilla Rd.Red Oak TX 75154(972) 576-5516HEALTH & FITNESS

Deborah Mathews105 N. Main St.Red Oak TX 75154(214) 460-6943INDIVIDUAL

McDonald’sHernandez, Luis101 E. Ovilla Rd.Red Oak TX 75154(972) 617-2282FOOD & DINING

MCM Grande HotelVan Horn, Joe1515 N. I35 E.Desoto TX 75115+972 (224) -9100HOTELS

Jamie McWilliams326 Meadow LaneRed Oak TX 75154(972) 617-8687 .........Fax: (972) 617-8687INDIVIDUAL

Metroplex Furniture Show IncBerry, Karl509 N. I-35ERed Oak TX 75154(214) 243-3088 ........Fax: (972) 291-6460metroplexfurnitureshow@sbcglobal.netFURNITURE

Mid America Mortgage Southwest, Inc.Mentzel, Jim229 South 9thMidlothian TX 76065(972) 723-2611 .........Fax: (972) 780-5996jmentzel@mamsw.comMORTGAGE SERVICES

Mike Dickey Atty at LawDickey, MikeP.O. Box 1171Red Oak TX 75154(972) 617-5200 .........Fax: (972) 617-0133mwdickey@mwdickey.comATTORNEYS

MJM FlooringBierhalter, Lee104 Brothers Ste ARed Oak TX 75154(972) 617-0043HOME IMPROVEMENT

Mooring SignsMooring, Johnny801 Augusta Ste 1Red Oak TX 75154mooringsigns@juno.comSIGNS

Mr. Jim’s Pizza132 E. Oviall RdRed Oak TX 75154(972) 617-2533FOOD & DINING

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Navarro College - Ellis County DivisionNolte, Dr. Harold1900 John Arden Dr.Waxahachie TX 75165(972) 937-7612 .........Fax: (972) 937-8763harold.nolte@navarrocollege.eduwww.navarrocollege.eduEDUCATION & INSTRUCTION

New Life MinistriesLowrey, JerryPO Box 1114Red Oak TX 75154(972) 617-1135 .........Fax: (972) 617-2325JeryLLowrey@juno.comCHURCHES

New World RealtyTaylor Ph.D., Tecumseh P.,505 N. Interstate 35, #300Red Oak TX 75154(972) 227-5652 .........Fax: (972) 227-2848ttaylor@newworldre.comhttp://www.newworldre.comREAL ESTATESee ad page 16

North Central Texas WorkforceDupree, Gerald1712 West 287 BusinessWaxahachie TX 75165(972) 937-8114 xExt. .Fax: (972) 937-1719EMPLOYMENT SERVICES

North Ellis County Outreach CenterButler, Denise102 Waller St.Red Oak TX 75154(972) 617-7261 .........Fax: (972) 617-7600neco@att.net NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS

North Texas Irrigation & LandscapeCasey, Robert210 Lisa WayRed Oak TX 75154(972) 824-7519mellurob@sbcglobal.net http://www.northtexasirrigationandland-scape.comSPRINKLER SYSTEMS

Now MagazineYates, TerriP.O. Box 1071Waxahachie TX 75168(972) 937-8447 .........Fax: (972) 937-4788terri.nowmag@sbcglobal.net www.nowmagazines.comMAGAZINES

Nu Image Spa and SalonNelson, Melinda115 W. OvillaGlenn Heights TX 75154(972) 230-2221 .........Fax: (972) 223-0809melinda@lecwireless.comhttp://www.nuimagespaandsalon.comSALONS, SPAS, & BARBERS

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O’Reilly Auto PartsWinter, Len285 E. Ovilla Rd.Red Oak TX 75154(972) 576-8588AUTOMOBILE PARTS & ACCESSORIES

Oaks Fellowship, TheWilson, Scott777 South IH-35Red Oak TX 75154(214) 376-8208 .........Fax: (214) 376-8209swilson@oaksfellowship.org http://www.oaksfellowship.orgCHURCHES

Occasions UnlimitedEngel, Jim & Mary101 YMCA Dr.Waxahachie TX 75165(972) 938-9998 ... Fax: +1 (972) 937-2363ENTERTAINMENT & PARTY PLANNING

Olde Downtown, LLCRusso, Beverly119 S. Hwy 342Red Oak TX 75154(972) 842-8441russoville@netzero.netRETAIL & APARTMENTS

Omega Psi Phi Fraternity IncChambers, WillisP.O. Box 2065Red Oak TX 75154CLUBS & GROUPS

On Time DesignsHeine, Darrell103 N. Main St.Red Oak TX 75154(972) 617-5752 .........Fax: (972) 617-9508ontimedesigns@msn.com PRINTING & DESIGN

OncorGovan, Kenneth(972) 230-5153 .........Fax: (972) 298-6062kenneth.govan@oncor.comUTILITIES

Ovilla Christian SchoolWeyand, Julie3251 Ovilla RoadOvilla TX 75154(972) 617-1177 .........Fax: (469) 218-0135jweyand@ovillachristianschool.orgwww.ovillachristianschool.orgPRIVATE SCHOOLS

Ovilla Wellness CenterSteinbrenner, Dr. Christine302-B E. Ovilla RdGlenn Heights TX 75154(972) 576-3949kids_dc@sbcglobal.netwww.ovillawellnesscenter.topchiro.comCHIROPRACTORS

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Pack & Stack Self StorageJohn and Janie201 Brothers Blvd.Red Oak TX 75154(972) 617-1191 .........Fax: (972) 617-9949cdagt@juno.comhttp://www.selfstoragetexas.comSELF STORAGE

Pearson & Aycox Family DentistryPearson, Corinne307 E. Ovilla Suite 400Red Oak TX 75154(972) 576-0602 .........Fax: (972) 576-1692aycoxpearsonfamilydentistry@yahoo.comDENTISTS

Petals Plus Florist & GiftsWoods, Sandra L.,276 E. Ovilla RoadRed Oak TX 75154(972) 617-7587www.petalsplusfloristandgifts.comFLORISTSSee ad page 5

Pete’s TireAnderson, Pete3704 HWY 77NWaxahachie TX 75165(972) 617-7029AUTOMOBILE PARTS & ACCESSORIES

Plaza Hair and SpaDorr, Nancy205 S. Main Ste 1005Red Oak TX 75154(972) 617-2933SALONS, SPAS, & BARBERS

Power Max Energy, LLCAdkins, Account Ma Tanya P.,205 N. Meadowview DriveWaxahachie TX 75165tanyaadkins@sbcglobal.netUTILITIES

Premier DesignsTerry, Pam173 E. Creekview Dr.Red Oak TX 75154(214) 549-7997 .........Fax: (214) 209-1181redoakjeweler@yahoo.com JEWELRY

Premier Platinum HomesRoss, DeniseP.O. Box 1671Red Oak TX 75154(972) 617-9832story@storyh.comREAL ESTATE

PrimericaWright, Katy7831 Mavis AvenueWaxahachie TX 75167(214) 373-3040 .........Fax: (877) 764-1067jwright238@aol.com FINANCIAL

Prosperity BankBrewer, JoAnnP.O. Box 909Red Oak TX 75154(972) 617-7377 .........Fax: (972) 617-2002joann.brewer@prosperitybanktx.comBANKING CENTERSSee ad page 14

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Rainbow Paint & Body, Inc.Allison, Clay & Sheila324 MooreviewRed Oak TX 75154(972) 617-8111 .........Fax: (972) 617-1137AUTOMOBILE REPAIR & SERVICESSee ad page 5

Rawson AutomotiveRawson, Keith111 N. Main,Red Oak TX 75154(972) 617-7431AUTOMOBILE REPAIR & SERVICES

Red Oak Area Chamber of CommerceChase, KelseyP.O. Box 2098Red Oak TX 75154(972) 617-0906 .........Fax: (972) 576-3737CHAMBERS

Red Oak Area Chamber of Commerce20

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Red Oak Car WashWagner, Mark & SherryP.O. Box 187Red Oak TX 75154(972) 515-8501 .........Fax: (972) 515-8502redoakcarwash@sbcglobal.net CARWASH

Red Oak Check Cashing Co.Tom or Valerie, Manager101 Norton LaneRed Oak TX 75154(972) 617-0997 ........Fax: (972) 617-2024rocc@aircanopy.net www.redoakcheckcashing.netFINANCIAL

Red Oak Chiropractic & Therapy307 East Ovilla Road Ste 100Red Oak TX 75154(972) 576-5501 .........Fax: (972) 576-5654redoakchiro@fwdhealth.comwww.redoakchiropractic.comCHIROPRACTORS

Red Oak DrugBoyd, Michael106 E. Ovilla Rd., Ste. 1Red Oak TX 75154(972) 617-2222 .........Fax: (972) 617-6020PHARMACY

Red Oak ElementaryGraves, SharonP.O. Box 9000Red Oak TX 75154(469) 437-2193 .........Fax: (972) 617-3423sharon.graves@redoakisd.orghttp://www.redoakisd.orgSCHOOLS

Red Oak Funeral HomeBoze, Wayne120 S. Central BlvdRed Oak TX 75154(972) 617-0100 .........Fax: (972) 617-0101waynebozefuneralhome@sbcglobal.net http://www.waynebozefuneralhome.comFUNERAL SERVICES

Red Oak Health & Rehabilitation CenterMiller, Roy101 Reese DrRed Oak TX 75154(469) 552-0500 .........Fax: (469) 552-0501rmiller@scc-texas.comhttp://www.scc-texas.comNURSING CENTERSSee ad page 10

Red Oak High SchoolSchupmann, RussellP.O. Box 9000Red Oak TX 75154(972) 617-3535 .........Fax: (972) 617-4355russell.schupmann@redoakisd.orghttp://www.redoakisd.orgSCHOOLS

Red Oak I.S.D.PO Box 9000Red Oak TX 75154(972) 617-4302 ......Fax: (972) 617-4333http://www.redoakisd.orgSCHOOLSSee ad page Outside Back Cover

Red Oak IntermediateMagier, Robert401 E. Ovilla Rd. Red Oak TX 75154(972) 617-2685 .........Fax: (972) 617-4388robert.magier@redoakisd.orghttp://www.redoakisd.orgSCHOOLS

Red Oak ISD Education FoundationLynch, PamP.O. Box 9000Red Oak TX 75154(972) 617-4320 .........Fax: (972) 617-4321pam.lynch@redoakisd.orghttp://www.redoakisdfoundation.orgNON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS

Red Oak Jazzercise LiteFrazier, Linda C.,118 S. Highway 342Red Oak TX 75154(972) 351-2103linda.frazier1951@sbcglobal.netHEALTH & FITNESS

Red Oak Junior HighWatson, MorrisP.O. Box 9000Red Oak TX 75154(972) 617-0066 .........Fax: (972) 617-4377morris.watson@redoakisd.org http://www.redoakisd.orgSCHOOLS

Red Oak Public LibraryBryant, Robyn200 Lakeview ParkwayRed Oak TX 75154(469) 218-1230 .........Fax: (469) 218-1231http://www.redoaktx.orgCITY

Red Oak RecordHamilton, JeffP.O. Box 696Red Oak TX 75154(972) 576-5120 .........Fax: (972) 576-5123redoakrecord@gmail.comNEWSPAPERS

Red Oak Tire & WheelBledsoe, James501 N. Hwy. 342Red Oak TX 75154(972) 617-8810www.redoaktireandwheel.comAUTOMOBILE REPAIR & SERVICES

Red Oak Town Village Apts.Jones, Michelle, Property Manager200 South Ryan DriveRed Oak TX 75154(972) 576-3330 ......Fax: (972) 576-3533michelle@redoaktownvillage.comAPARTMENTSSee ad page 17

Red Oak Valley Golf ClubWammack, Cliff800 S. I-35 Service Rd.Red Oak TX 75154(972) 617-3249 .........Fax: (972) 617-3249CLUBS & GROUPSSee ad page 7

Reindeer Manor Haunted HouseKinney, Richard410 Houston School Rd.Red Oak TX 75154(972) 218-7287KarenKidd@ReindeerManor.comhttp://www.ReindeerManor.comENTERTAINMENT

Remax BestHolcomb, Sheri558-B Bluebird LaneRed Oak TX 75154(972) 617-9888 .........Fax: (972) 617-9890sherih2006@aim.com REAL ESTATESee ad page 16

Roach Waste CompanyRoach, StephaniePO Box 953Red Oak TX 75154(972) 617-0663WASTE SERVICES

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Sam’s Pizza Pasta SubsLushat, Afrim279 Ovilla Rd.Red Oak TX 75154(972) 576-2240FOOD & DINING

ServproColes, Paul8777 Governer’s RowDallas TX 75247(972) 935-0827 .........Fax: (214) 634-2008pcoles@servproofrichardson.comRESTORATION

Shields ElementaryNorth, Tina205 W. Ovilla RdRed Oak TX 75154(972) 223-1499 .........Fax: (972) 230-0495tina.north@redoakisd.orghttp://www.redoakisd.orgSCHOOLS

SkinsationsRussell, Christy1936 Willow BendRed Oak TX 75154(972) 617-1777 .........Fax: (972) 617-1719christymrussell@hotmail.com COSMETICS & SKIN CARE

SnapFitnessIhde, Rebecca205 S. Main St #1901Red Oak TX 75154(972) 576-0388 .........Fax: (972) 767-1928rebecca_ihde@yahoo.com http://www.snapfitness.com/redoakHEALTH & FITNESS

Sonic Drive-InSmith, Gracie291 E. Ovilla Rd.Red Oak TX 75154(972) 617-1167http://www.sonicdrivein.comFOOD & DINING

South Bethany Development CorporationHargrove, Casey101 Valley Ridge Dr.Red Oak TX 75154(972) 617-1100 ... Fax: +1 (972) 227-3982cphargrove@msn.comREAL ESTATE DEVELOPERS

South Meadows ApartmentsClark, Melissa110 Sierra GrandeRed Oak TX 75154(972) 617-8989 .........Fax: (972) 617-8990southmeadowsapts@juno.comrAPARTMENTS

Southwest Custom HomesSteger, CharlesPO Box 505Red Oak TX 75154(972) 938-0378 .........Fax: (972) 938-9473swcusthomes505@sbcglobal.netHOME BUILDER

Southwest FundingRodriguez, ClaudiaP.O. Box 2385Red Oak TX 75154(972) 617-7008 .........Fax: (972) 576-0038claudiarodriguez@southwestfunding.comhttp://www.southwestfuding.comFINANCIAL

Southwest School Uniforms Co.Garr, Anita132 E. Ovilla Rd Ste 11Red Oak TX 75154anita_garr@hotmail.comhttp://www.swschooluniforms.comUNIFORMS

Stanley Restoration LLCReynolds, Sherry, Vice President100 Bonham Ct.Red Oak TX 75154(972) 296-4959 ......Fax: (972) 296-0616contact@stanleyrestoration.com www.stanleyrestoration.comCLEANING SERVICESWe have been providing excellent service to Ellis County for over 25 years. Our team is ready 24 hours a day to meet your emergency fire, water, and smoke restoration needs.

StarbucksGardner, Tanya502 N I35 Service RdRed Oak TX 75154(972) 576-5917FOOD & DINING

State Farm - Andrea WaltonWalton, AndreaP.O. Box 2249Red Oak TX 75154(972) 617-7770 .........Fax: (972) 617-7728myagent@andreawalton.comwww.andreawalton.comINSURANCE

State Farm Insurance Danny HumphreysHumphreys, DannyPO Box 1089Red Oak TX 75154(972) 617-7766 .........Fax: (972) 617-1003danny.humphreys.gz4p@statefarm.com http://www.dhump.comINSURANCE

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Texas House of RepresentativesPitts, Rep. Jim200-A North RogersWaxahachie TX 75165(972) 938-9392 ... Fax: +1 (972) 937-2842dinah.weable@house.state.tx.ushttp://www.house.state.tx.usINDIVIDUAL

Texsun PoolsBalderrama, Gina8211 Glenwick DrWaxahachie TX 75165progresshomes@sbcglobal.nethttp://texsunpoolandspa.comPOOL BUILDERS

Texzon UtilitiesEon, Larry2693 N. Hwy 77 Ste 1102Waxahachie TX 75165(972) 938-0533 .........Fax: (214) 279-0115larryweon@hotmail.comUTILITIES

TierOne Converged Networks, Inc.Celmer, Ron1700 Commerce St., Suite 1190Dallas TX 75201(214) 821-2675 .........Fax: (214) 887-0419ron.celmer@tieronecn.com COMPUTER & INTERNET

Tom Rogers Computer ConsultantRogers, Tom512 Winding Creek TrailRed Oak TX 75154(972) 571-9299Tomr@TArogers.comCOMPUTER & INTERNET

Training Academy for Dental Assistants, LLCAndrews, Michele213A W. 6th StreetFerris TX 75125(972) 842-2999 .........Fax: (972) 692-5135michele@dentmedstaffing.comhttp://www.dentmedstaffing.comEDUCATION & INSTRUCTIONSee ad page 2

TSO Construction & RemodelingSelman, David907 E. Ovilla Rd.Red Oak TX 75154(469) 371-3228Tso1@tsoconstructionremodeling.comhttp://www.tsoconstructionremodeling.com HOME IMPROVEMENT

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US Post OfficeMarshall, Brent104 E. Ovilla Rd.Red Oak TX 75154(972) 576-1661 .........Fax: (972) 617-8055brent.marshall@usps.govPACKING & SHIPPING

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Victory PromotionsJohnston, Daryl8070 Mavis Ave.Waxahachie TX 75167(972) 723-5040 .........Fax: (972) 723-0685dj@victorypromo.comhttp://www.victorypromo.comPRINTING & DESIGN

Vintage BankRoland, Gage119 West Ovilla Rd.Glenn Heights TX 75154(972) 223-0755 .........Fax: (972) 223-0756gage.roland@vintagebank.nethttp://www.vintagebank.netBANKING CENTERS

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Carol Randolph Wald, DDS101 Austin Blvrd. Suite 100Red Oak TX 75154(972) 617-3322 .........Fax: (972) 617-3315michelle@fearlessdentistry.netHEALTH CARE

Waxahachie Chamber of CommerceAlfaro, Shari102 YMCA DriveWaxahachie TX 75165(972) 937-2390 .........Fax: (972) 938-9827salfaro@waxahachiechamber.com CHAMBERS

Waxahachie Daily LightNeal White,PO Box 877Waxahachie TX 75168(972) 937-3310 .........Fax: (972) 937-1139neal.white@waxahachiedailylight.comhttp://www.waxahachiedailylight.comNEWSPAPERS

Wells Fargo BankWilliams, Darlene1111 N Hwy 77Waxahachie TX 75165(972) 923-5256 .........Fax: (972) 923-5268darlene.k.williams@wellsfargo.comhttp://wellsfargo.comBANKING CENTERS

WhataburgerJansky, Don420 Century Way, Suite 200Red Oak TX 75154(972) 617-5545 .........Fax: (972) 617-1963jhenry@barrandinc.comhttp://www.whataburger.comFOOD & DINING

Wild West Pony PartiesRestivo, Laura Jones,421 Pierce Rd.Red Oak TX 75154(214) 762-3006 .........Fax: (972) 617-2326info@dallaspony.comwww.dallaspony.comENTERTAINMENT & PARTY PLANNING

Wooden ElementarySellman, RobertP.O. Box 9000Red Oak TX 75154(972) 617-2977 .........Fax: (972) 617-4404robert.sellman@redoakisd.orghttp://www.redoakisd.orgSCHOOLS

Wray & Willet, PLLCWray, John C.,200A North Rogers St.Waxahachie TX 75165(972) 938-1850 .........Fax: (972) 937-6844jcwray@elliscountylaw.comATTORNEYS

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Your-Web-Guys.comKinney, Richard600 Methodist #2120Red Oak TX 75154(817) 909-4285rkinney@your-web-guys.comhttp://www.your-web-guys.comCOMPUTER & INTERNET

ACCOUNTING & TAX

H&R Block(972) 617-1900

KJ McDonnell PLLC(972) 923-2881

Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson, LLP(903) 872-3096

APARTMENTS

Living Oaks Apartments(972) 617-0508

Red Oak Town Village Apts.200 South Ryan DriveRed Oak, TX 75154Phone: (972) 576-3330See ad page 17

South Meadows Apartments(972) 617-8989

ATTORNEYS

Hale Law Firm, The(214) 446-5080

Ben Heckathorn, Attorney & CPA(972) 617-3000

KJ McDonnell PLLC(972) 923-2881

Mike Dickey Atty at Law(972) 617-5200

Wray & Willet, PLLC(972) 938-1850

AUTOMOBILE DEALERS

Carlisle Chevrolet(972) 938-8000

AUTOMOBILE PARTS & ACCESSORIES

Knapheide Truck Equipment Southwest(972) 617-3770See ad page 5

O’Reilly Auto Parts(972) 576-8588

Pete’s Tire(972) 617-7029

AUTOMOBILE REPAIR & SERVICES

Express Car Services(972) 617-2014

Gardner’s Kwik Kar(972) 617-2256

Gas N’ Stuf(972) 576-5623

Rainbow Paint & Body, Inc.(972) 617-8111See ad page 5

Rawson Automotive(972) 617-7431

Red Oak Tire & Wheel(972) 617-8810

BANKING CENTERS

Citizens National(972) 351-5253See ad page Inside Front Cover

Jefferson Bank(972) 617-8700

Prosperity Bank(972) 617-7377See ad page 14

Vintage Bank(972) 223-0755

Wells Fargo Bank(972) 923-5256

CARWASH

Red Oak Car Wash(972) 515-8501

CHAMBERS

Red Oak Area Chamber of Commerce(972) 617-0906

Waxahachie Chamber of Commerce(972) 937-2390

CHIROPRACTORS

Ovilla Wellness Center(972) 576-3949

Red Oak Chiropractic & Therapy(972) 576-5501

CHURCHES

First United Methodist Church Red Oak(972) 617-9100

Highland Meadows Church(972) 617-3752

New Life Ministries(972) 617-1135

Oaks Fellowship, The(214) 376-8208

CITY

City of Red Oak(972) 617-3638

City of Red Oak(469) 218-1202

City of Red Oak Fire Rescue(469) 218-7714

City of Red Oak Park and Rec(972) 576-3414

City of Red Oak Police Department(972) 617-7632

Red Oak Public Library(469) 218-1230

CLEANING SERVICES

Ameri-Tex Cleaning(972) 217-1773

Chem-Dry by Sara(972) 617-8825

Compton’s Carpet Cleaning & Restoration Inc. (972) 938-2708

Stanley Restoration LLC(972) 296-4959We have been providing excellent service to Ellis County for over 25 years. Our team is ready 24 hours a day to meet your emergency fire, water, and smoke restoration needs.

CLEANING SPPLIES

DeSoto Janitorial Supply, Inc.(972) 223-0310

CLUBS & GROUPS

Country View Golf Course(972) 227-0995

Desoto Gun Club(214) 943-7421

Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc

Red Oak Valley Golf Club(972) 617-3249See ad page 7

COLLECTIBLES

Little Nook, The

COMPUTER & INTERNET

AirCanopy Internet Services(972) 617-8889

DB Computer Solutions(972) 938-8087

Dynamic Computer Solutions(972) 842-2134

TierOne Converged Networks, Inc.(214) 821-2675

Tom Rogers Computer Consultant(972) 571-9299

Your-Web-Guys.com(817) 909-4285

COSMETICS & SKIN CARE

Arbonne(972) 571-6974

Avon, The Company for Women

Skinsations(972) 617-1777

DANCE

Dance Xpressions(972) 617-1234

DAY CARE

Happy House Day Care(972) 617-3364See ad page 7

Categorical Listing

mEmBErSHIP DIrECTOrY

DENTISTS

Pearson & Aycox Family Dentistry(972) 576-0602

DEVELOPER

Blackstone Development(214) 325-7170

Hamlin Construction, Inc.(972) 846-3333

Jimmie and James Interprize(214) 546-9532

EDUCATION & INSTRUCTION

Blessings Art Academy and Gallery(972) 515-8184

Community Education Specialist(972) 298-7323

Navarro College - Ellis County Division(972) 937-7612

Training Academy for Dental Assistants, LLC(972) 842-2999See ad page 2

EMPLOYMENT SERVICES

North Central Texas Workforce(972) 937-8114 xExt.

ENTERTAINMENT

Reindeer Manor Haunted House(972) 218-7287

ENTERTAINMENT & PARTY PLANNING

A One Of A Kind Pony Party(972) 617-3948

B & B Fun Rentals(972) 938-9920

Bella Balloons

Big Show Celebrations

Dusti the Clown(972) 617-6964

Occasions Unlimited(972) 938-9998

Wild West Pony Parties(214) 762-3006

FINANCIAL

Edward Jones Investments(972) 576-8536

Edward Jones Investments(972) 576-8061

Jefferson Home Mortgage(972) 617-4800

Primerica(214) 373-3040

Red Oak Check Cashing Co.(972) 617-0997

Southwest Funding(972) 617-7008

FLORISTS

Petals Plus Florist & Gifts(972) 617-7587See ad page 5

FOOD & DINING

Acapulco’s of Red Oak(469) 552-0909

Bubba Que BBQ(972) 617-1222

Church’s Chicken(972) 617-9998

Cici’s Pizza(972) 937-1222

Donut Depot(972) 576-2456

Donut House, The(972) 842-3836

Fred’s Red Oak Steakhouse(972) 617-6700

Gourmet Grind(214) 717-1077

Joey’s Burrito(469) 658-2499See ad page 1

Judy’s Cafe #3(972) 617-7552

Junior’s Bar-B-Q(972) 617-5362

Kolache Depot Bakery(972) 576-5301

McDonald’s(972) 617-2282

Mr. Jim’s Pizza(972) 617-2533

Sam’s Pizza Pasta Subs(972) 576-2240

Sonic Drive-In(972) 617-1167

Starbucks(972) 576-5917

Whataburger(972) 617-5545

FUNERAL SERVICES

Red Oak Funeral Home(972) 617-0100

FURNITURE

Metroplex Furniture Show Inc(214) 243-3088

GROCERY STORE

Brookshire’s Grocery Store(972) 617-8465

HEALTH CARE

American Health Distributors(469) 337-6244

Baylor Medical Center at Waxahachie(972) 923-7000

Carter Blood Care(817) 412-5116

Family Care of Texas(972) 923-1853

Carol Randolph Wald, DDS(972) 617-3322

HEALTH & FITNESS

Curves(972) 515-8000

It Figures!(972) 223-6060

Just In Time Track Club(214) 929-4764

Martial Arts Experience(972) 576-5516

Red Oak Jazzercise Lite(972) 351-2103

SnapFitness(972) 576-0388

HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING

A OK Services(972) 617-0781

Around The Clock Service Co., Inc.(972) 224-9795

David Service Heating & Air, Inc.(972) 617-7885

HOME BUILDER

Southwest Custom Homes(972) 938-0378

HOME IMPROVEMENT

Duramar Venus, Inc.(972) 223-8008

Inner Works Kitchen and Bath Gallery(972) 617-4570

Lights Galore(972) 923-1188

MJM Flooring(972) 617-0043

TSO Construction & Remodeling(469) 371-3228

HOTELS

Comfort Inn(972) 617-7797

MCM Grande Hotel+972 (224) -9100

INDIVIDUAL

Judge Bob Carroll

Charles and Dortha Daubitz

Ben Goodwyn

Deborah Mathews(214) 460-6943

Jamie McWilliams(972) 617-8687

Texas House of Representatives(972) 938-9392

INFORMATION

Area Wide Directory Co.(972) 241-5434

Budget Yellow Pages(972) 780-9737

Everday Yellow Pages(817) 795-5050

INSURANCE

Allstate Insurance(972) 223-0566

Allstate Insurance(972) 617-5433

Ben Goodwyn Agency(972) 842-8900

Carol Martinez State Farm Insurance(972) 466-2005See ad page 1

Farmer’s Insurance(972) 223-9992

Farmers Insurance Group(972) 617-3732

State Farm - Andrea Walton(972) 617-7770

State Farm Insurance Danny Humphreys(972) 617-7766

INVESTIGATIVE & PROTECTIVE SERVICES

HD BOAR INC. Investigative & Protective Services(469) 222-8740

JEWELRY

Golden Jewels(972) 617-9777

Premier Designs(214) 549-7997

MAGAZINES

Ellis County Living Magazine(972) 935-0938

Now Magazine(972) 937-8447

MEDIA

KBEC Radio(972) 938-1390

MINISTRY

Generals International inc.(972) 576-8887

MORTGAGE SERVICES

Mid America Mortgage Southwest, Inc.(972) 723-2611

MUSIC

Ellis County Music Center(972) 617-9992

NEWSPAPERS

Red Oak Record(972) 576-5120

Waxahachie Daily Light(972) 937-3310

NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS

North Ellis County Outreach Center(972) 617-7261

Red Oak ISD Education Foundation(972) 617-4320

NURSERY

Greenery, The(972) 617-5459

NURSING CENTERS

Loving Touch Adult Day Care(972) 617-0240See ad page 11

Red Oak Health & Rehabilitation Center(469) 552-0500See ad page 10

PACKING & SHIPPING

US Post Office(972) 576-1661

PAINT CONTRACTORS

Jim Barron Custom Painting(972) 336-2117

PEST CONTROL

Carter and Co. Pest Control(972) 230-7000

PET CARE

Alley Cat Animal Hospital, Inc.(972) 617-5306

Assistance Dogs of Texas(972) 617-3136

Canine Counslers Obedience Training(214_ 864-8014

PHARMACY

Red Oak Drug(972) 617-2222

PHOTOGRAPHY

Eldridge House Fine Photography, The(972) 617-2227

Gary Puckett Photography(972) 670-6631

Johnston Studio of Photography(972) 617-8929

Kinney Studios(817) 909-4285

POOL BUILDERS

Texsun Pools

POOL SUPPLIES

A+ Reliable Pool Service, LLC(972) 880-6333

Allen’s Pool Supply(972) 617-2566

PRINTING & DESIGN

Aaron’s Designs(972) 617-3010

Century Label Inc.(972) 576-0826

Gingerbread Press(972) 938-1776

Harty’s Printing(214) 388-0211

On Time Designs(972) 617-5752

Victory Promotions(972) 723-5040

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Ovilla Christian School(972) 617-1177

PUBLISHERS

CommunityLink800-455-5600

REAL ESTATE

Bauerle Real Estate(972) 617-7020

Bevans Real Estate(214) 477-3627

Century 21 Judge Fite Waxahachie(972) 938-3636

Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage(972) 351-5000

Ebby Halliday Realtors(972) 296-0110

Ebby Halliday Realtors(972) 989-4320

Hall Powell Realty(972) 617-5557

Joe Rust Company(972) 333-4143

KB Home(972) 617-1183

Keller Williams(469) 261-1217

Madelina Realty Management(214) 682-7005

New World Realty(972) 227-5652See ad page 16

Premier Platinum Homes(972) 617-9832

Remax Best(972) 617-9888See ad page 16

REAL ESTATE DEVELOPERS

John Bass Homes(972) 617-3661

South Bethany Development Corporation(972) 617-1100

RESTORATION

Compton’s Carpet Cleaning & Restoration Inc. (972) 938-2708

Servpro(972) 935-0827

RETAIL

All About Kids(972) 617-9009

All Sports Trophies(972) 937-2222

Especially For You!(972) 617-8530

Keith Ace Hardware(972) 617-8880

RETAIL & APARTMENTS

Olde Downtown, LLC(972) 842-8441

SALONS, SPAS, & BARBERS

Legacy Hair Salon(972) 617-9190

Nu Image Spa and Salon(972) 230-2221

Plaza Hair and Spa(972) 617-2933

SCHOOLS

Desoto Independent School District(972) 230-2881

Eastridge Elementary(972) 617-2266

Red Oak Elementary(469) 437-2193

Red Oak High School(972) 617-3535

Red Oak I.S.D.PO Box 9000Red Oak, TX 75154Phone: 972-617-4302http://www.redoakisd.orgSee ad page Outside Back Cover

Red Oak Intermediate(972) 617-2685

Red Oak Junior High(972) 617-0066

Shields Elementary(972) 223-1499

Wooden Elementary(972) 617-2977

SELF STORAGE

Pack & Stack Self Storage(972) 617-1191

SIGNS

Mooring Signs

SPRINKLER SYSTEMS

North Texas Irrigation & Landscape(972) 824-7519

TITLE SERVICES

Ellis County Abstract & Title(972) 938-2601See ad page 7

TRAVEL AGENCIES

Latitudes Cruises and Travel+800 (/581) -9208

TRAVEL TRAILERS

Hilltop Travel Trailers(972) 617-8311

UNIFORMS

Southwest School Uniforms Co.

UPHOLSTERER

Guerrero’s Custom Upholstery(972) 617-8817

UTILITIES

Atmos Energy(817) 303-2906

Hilco Electric Cooperative, Inc.(254) 687-2331

Oncor(972) 230-5153

Power Max Energy, LLC

Texzon Utilities(972) 938-0533

VERTERINARIAN

Animal Hospital of Ovilla(972) 617-9996

WASTE SERVICES

ASCO Portable Toilets(214) 520-4474

IESI- Solid Waste Services(972) 923-9661

Roach Waste Company(972) 617-0663

WELCOMING SERVICES

Housewarmers of Red Oak(972) 723-1004

WHOLESALE SUPPLIER TO BUILDERS

Creekside Mirror & Glass(972) 617-9805