10 February 2008 Denton Up Close Denton Record-Chronicle

Rayzor Ranch retail planners promise green space

By Almond Seals
and Randi Crowder
For the Denton Record-Chronicle
Toddlers show their mothers
multicolored butterflies flutter-
ing through the trees. Bikers
sweep past them on the trail,
determined to reach the end of
the 9-mile stretch, while young
couples linger along a path shad-
ed by green leaves.
This oasis, known as the
Greenbelt Corridor near Lake
Ray Roberts, offers boating,
camping and horseback riding
to many Denton-area residents
seeking a refuge from their hec-
tic lives.
Many who value open spaces
are worried that widespread
commercial development in
Denton County threatens their
way of life. Major developers,
however, say they understand
this concern and are creating
parks, trails and green space
around their new developments.
We realize that the outdoor
community is very important to
the community. A lot of discus-
sion and care is going into this,
said Megan Philips, a spokes-
woman for Allegiance Develop-
ment, which oversees the Rayzor
Ranch development on the
north side of town.
At South Lakes Park, the wind
huffs through leaves and branch-
es sway wildly as if they are wav-
ing to one another. Julie Hoesr-
sten, 28, and Julie Payne, 38,
nent, so they use Denton as their
escape to the outdoors.
We do not like the develop-
ment at all, said Payne. It is so
As construc- much traffic too its ridiculous.
tion crews Officials overseeing Rayzor
continue Ranchs development are taking
ground work, precautions to make sure people
officials with benefit from this major develop-
the Rayzor ment.
Ranch Town There is a lot of discussion of
Center and how all the components will be
Marketplace connected with green space and
are working walkways and outdoor water fea-
to open their tures, said Philips.
first stores Philips also talked about an
by the spring outdoor amphitheater and areas
or summer of land that will be used for out-
of 2009. door recreational activities.
Bob Tickner, superintendent
Denton Record- of planning and reconstruction
Chronicle file for Denton parks and recreation,
photo/Barron
said Rayzor Ranch developers
Ludlum
committed $125,000 to parks
and recreation to make improve-
arrive tightening their grips on ments, and he is closely involved
their dogs leashes. in the process.
We both ride horses in our We are sharing in the benefits
free time, and we love boating, of this as well, Tickner said.
said Hoersten. One of those benefits includes
Hoersten and Payne live in a new trail extending from
Argyle. But commercial develop- Rayzor Ranch to the 350-acre
ment there is becoming promi- North Lakes Park, the citys
largest.
There will be concrete trails,
making it easier for people to
walk, roller blade and push
strollers on, Tickner said. In the
long run, its going to be a positive
impact.
He also mentioned that eco-
nomic developers must adhere to
the citys parkland dedication and
development ordinance, which
obligates them to allocate land,
provide trees or fund new parks.
So theyre not coming in and
just steamrolling us, he said.
One big development like this
cannot just come in and just
overrun a community.
Ticker said Rayzor Ranch has
already sectioned off 15 acres of
land for outdoor use and plans to
plant more than 1,000 trees in
the area.
He believes the development
will draw more people to Den-
tons parks, as more people will
live within walking distance of
them in new housing and condo-
miniums.
The community is going to be
better off in the long run because
of the final impacts it will make
on the city, Tickner said.

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Megan Wililams, right, leans against her mother, Carmen. In 2007, Megan was kidnapped,
Have you ever been called the 'N'
raped, beaten and tortured by six whites in West Virginia.
word?

Yes. Minutes before Barack Obama stepped up to the podium to accept his
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No. new presidency, I gazed at the crowd in Chicagos Grant Park from
my television screen. Hundreds of people bunched around the stage, Florida college student recalls
Maybe, I can't recall.
Nov. 4, 2008
a stew of races, young and old. They stood there in anticipation of
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Unfortunately, America is still not there yet. Just nearly two weeks
before the election, two white men dragged a 24-year-old black man
to his death in Paris, TX, a city about 95 miles northeast of Dallas Black History
with a history of tense relations betweens blacks and whites,
according to The Associated Press.

Many believe Brandon McClellands death was an act of racism,

News Headlines including his mother. I truly feel that race played a part in itIts a
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mother, Jacquline McClelland, the AP reported.
McClellands death has led hundreds of protesters to rally, including
the New Black Panther Party and the Nation of Islam. Ten years ago,
a similar incident occurred in Jasper, TX, another east Texas town,
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when James Byrd was found dead. He was chained to the back of a
pickup truck by three white men and dragged for three miles.
In 2007, a 20-year-old black woman in West Virginia was
kidnapped, raped, beaten and tortured by six whites. She was forced
to eat rat droppings and to drink from a toilet. She was also stabbed
in the leg while called the N word.
These are just a few hates crimes committed against blacks. Lets not
forget about the injustices that those who are Latino, Asian, Middle
Eastern, Native American, disabled or gay face, too.
In Obamas speech, A more perfect Union, he spoke candidly
about how race has affected the everyday lives of Americans. When
it comes to race conversation in America, we seem to be stuck in a
country where many still live with a closed mind.
I believe if people talked about race more and could let things go,
maybe the past would become the past. Maybe we would be able to
open our minds to accept others no matter how different in order to
move past this problem of hate crimes.
Though every case may not be one like a Brandon McClelland,
James Byrd or Megan Williams, the subtle ways and gestures in
everyday life, including the jokes and stereotypes, all play a factor
into how race is viewed in America, a case unresolved much like the
one in Paris, Texas.
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RAs stage mock car crash to raise awareness of drunk driving - NEWS 11/25/08 12:15 PM

Issue date: 3/9/07 Section: NEWS

NT students stood in the blazing
sun and watched the scene of an
accident unfold yesterday
afternoon on the campus green.
Sirens sounded and people
watched as a policeman covered
a young girl's body on the
ground, while another policeman
gave the driver a sobriety test to
see if he had been drinking. A
Chevy pick-up truck and a Mazda
laid in ruins behind them.
This scene was a mock car crash,
an enactment of something that
occurs every 31 minutes in the
United States, according to the
Center for Disease Control and
Prevention. Media Credit: Kevin Nichols
According to the center, every
two minutes, someone is injured
from an alcohol-related car accident and someone dies about every half an hour.
The "Mock Car Crash" that happened on campus came about as a result of Resident Assistants collaborating
to put on a program about alcohol awareness, said Gilpatrick Hornsby, Lakewood, Wash. sophomore.
Hornsby, coordinator of the event, said the Mock Car Crash, was similar to "Shattered Dreams," a high
school program allowing students to see a live enactment of an accident involving police, medical personnel
and students.
"A lot of times, people get to college and forget programs from high school," Hornsby said. "I wanted to do
this program so others can experience things they missed in high school."
Hornsby said he desired the program to be tailored toward alcohol awareness as a whole and not just
drinking and driving.
Grand Prairie sophomore, Amber Renae Bush wrote the script. She said her goal was to help students see
hands-on the expressions and experience the moment.
"I wanted the audience to really understand the effects of drinking and driving to the extreme," Bush said.
Following the car accident scene, Mitch Land, director of the Mayborn Graduate Institute of Journalism and
former President of MADD, spoke to students about his son, who he lost as a result of a drunk driver.
Land said his son, Austin, was an NT student and marketing major who was engaged to be married.
Land said though the driver spent 18 months behind bars, his family was "sentenced to a life without
Austin."
Austin was 22 years old when a drunk driver ran into him on Highway 121 in Lewisville, Land said.
"The driver won't discriminate against you on the basis of religion, race, gender or sexual orientation," Land
said. "Know that death by drunk driving is an equal opportunity way to die."
Guest speaker Robert Crawford, Lewisville resident and retired law enforcement officer, talked about who
he lost from an accident on the same highway.
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Issue date: 3/9/07 Section: NEWS

Crawford said his daughter was pregnant with twins before a driver with a blood alcohol content two times
the limit hit her car, killing her, his son-in-law and 13-month old grandchild.
"The pain and suffering goes out like ripples on a pond," Crawford said, describing the effect that he said
drinking and driving causes.
"It's been 13 years. As a parent, you never get over the loss of your child," Crawford said.
Grandview sophomore Rachel Stanley said that Crawford's story really hit home with her. She said her
mother was hit by an impaired driver who was strung-out on drugs.
"I hope this makes people stop and think twice," Stanley said, "People should care more about others out
there and think about others they may hurt."
Courtney Pardue, Ponder junior and RA at Maple, said the RAs involved raised over $2,400 for the Mock
Car Crash.
"Instead of the living room at Maple where maybe 30 students would attend, we've made it a campus-wide
event where thousands of students are able to come out and see it," Pardue said.
Pardue said the cars used were donated by Denton County Auto Salvage, and EJ's towing moved the cars to
and from the crash site, two of many sponsors.
Other sponsors include NT Housing, the Substance Abuse Resource Center, the Student Government
Association and the Center for Student Rights and Responsibilities, to name a few.
On-campus sponsors for the event helped educate students about substance abuse by setting up booths
around the site and handing out information about the potential dangers of alcohol.
Mr. Jim's Pizza donated 120 pizzas. Soft drinks, cotton candy and popcorn were also provided to students
free of charge.
The event lasted from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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Excellent job in journalism. Our society does focus on the dangers of high school teen alcoholism and High
school driving under the influence while neglicting College Students. (Continued)

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Real life 'Hitch' teaches students about dating

By: Randi Crowder

Posted: 2/14/07

NT students received dating advice from the real life "Hitch" Monday night at an event called "Dating Boot
Camp."
The program began at 7 p.m. and took place in the University Union's Silver Eagle Suite. Hosted by the
University Program Council and Kappa Alpha Psi fraternity, the program gave students the opportunity to
learn the basics of dating.
Dating consultant David Wygant spoke about creating dating opportunities. He said the movie "Hitch,"
starring Hollywood actor Will Smith, was based on Wygant's job.
"Everyone's always looking for that clever thing to break the ice," Wygant said Monday night. "There is no
clever thing."
Wygant said he pitched the story to producers four years ago. He also said he has worked with clients all
over the country.
According to davidwygant.com, Wygant has appeared on the "Late Show with Jay Leno," MTV, NBC's
"Dateline" and in magazines and other news publications to give advice in his area of expertise.
"Crushes are like milk containers," Wygant said. "Each crush should expire after a week."
Jada Morrow, president of the council and Kappa Alpha Psi member, said the council created Dating Boot
Camp because most college students seem to deal with this issue.
Earlina Green, the hot topics coordinator for the council, helped coordinate the event.
"I made this program for students to be able to kick back, let loose and have a little more fun," Green said.
During the program, Wygant called on members of the audience to come up to the stage. Students acted out
situations many people experience at parties and social gatherings.
"It surprised me when he asked me to go up," said Jena Walker, McKinney junior.
Walker tried to get her friend to volunteer, but Wygant chose her to come up instead.
"I learned a lot," Walker said. "He's very personable."
Round Rock junior Andres Pulido said he enjoyed the question and answer session the most.
"There was a lot more things he could have discussed in greater detail," Pulido said. "I wish he could have
stayed longer."
At the end of his program, Wygant stressed the importance of positive energy.
"Life's all about energy," Wygant said. "If you've got good energy, people are attracted to you."
Wygant covered many topics about dating, including getting over the initial fear of speaking to someone
attractive, learning how to spark conversation and understanding the opposite sex.
Wygant wrote a book called "Always Talk to Strangers." He said he wrote the book for both men and
women, and the book addresses common issues of both sexes.
"The more risks you take, the better chance that you will meet someone you vibe with," Wygant said.
For more information about David Wygant and his services, visit alwaystalktostrangers.com.

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1504 Malone St. - Denton - (940) 382-4118 The historical buildings along
BX the square remain, but business
is not quite the same.
Adams Furniture in Justin The Texas Historical Commis-
Take a pleasant drive away from the sion sponsors the Texas Main
city where country prices and Street Program, created in 1981,
to reconstruct and revitalize his-
friendliness still exist! torical towns. In 2002, the com-
mission made Pilot Point eligible
for assistance for improving the
square.
Stan Livengood, Pilot Points
economic development director
and Main Street Program coor-
dinator, said creating conditions
to bring investment back down-
town is one of his main goals.
We want to get the sidewalks
fixed to help promote building
rehabilitation, he said. We want
to save the buildings and restore
them to their commercial ability.
Livengood believes fixing the
sidewalks will generate interest
Open MonSat 9 am til 6 pm, from external business owners,
but current property owners will
Open Late Thurs. til 7 pm make the ultimate decision for
the buildings reconstruction.
If this works, then downtown
redevelopment will refuel busi-
nesses, Livengood said. The
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Main Street Program will
attempt to renovate the town
square while preserving the his-
Every Sunday! tory and stories behind it.
Behind the cash register in
REAL ESTATE Jays Cafe, pictures and antiques
clutter the walls and counters.
Crumpled and jaundiced news-
papers hang in frames from both
Denton Record-Chronicle
walls. One showcases a black-
and-white photo of the 1800s
pioneer-filled Pilot Point, with
horse-drawn carriages, well-
conditioned buildings along the
square and settlers.
Another business reminiscent
of a once-vital downtown is
Pelzels Barber Shop. Alois
Pelzel, 72, patiently waits for
customers while recalling the
history attached to the shops
white walls. Yellowed newspaper
clippings tell the stories of the
old Pilot Point Opera House,
which is now a Ford dealership,
and other past events.
The barbershop continues to
retain the look and feel of its
early days. Three chairs are lined
up with three black sinks behind
them.
Pelzels license hangs next to
the sink with the same picture
that he took 40 years ago.
The square used to be active
about five years ago, Pelzel said.
Theres no growth in town.
Nobody is building houses and
nobody is buying buildings.
Most of the businesses that
achieve economic success are
Denton Record-Chronicle
Pictured is the
front of
Farmers and
Merchants
Bank in down-
town Pilot
Point. The
downtown
area has been
recognized as
a National
Historic Site.
Dallas Morning
News file photo
along U.S. Highway 377, includ-
ing the new Tiger Mart and
Alco, Pelzel said. Although he is
skeptical, Pelzel is in favor of the
Main Street Programs planned
changes.
I would like to see the whole
square renovated, he said.
Livengood visualizes the
future square of Pilot Point as a
place where people can feel com-
fortable spending leisure time,
visiting restaurants, specialty
stores, and gift shops a tourist
destination.
Downtown serves a different
purpose today than it did
before, he said.
Livengood described a mod-
ern-day downtown area as a
place of tourism where visitors
are able to experience the nostal-
gic feeling of the 1950s while still
experiencing the fun and leisure
of today.
Its a situation that we need to
manage and prepare for the
growth that is now on top of us,
Livengood said. Its all about
being flexible and adapting with
the times.
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This former golf-course-turned-dog-park is "decked out" with rolling hills, creeks, and ponds, and is a big hit Fur-Friendly Five:
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1400 W. Mesquite St., Chandler, AZ 85244
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At this daring destination you could help your buddy "teeter-totter" on the seesaw, scuttle through a tunnel, or
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space. Cool off at the doggie drinking fountains, and be sure to pack some snacks, for when it's time to rest and
refresh. (Suggestion: doggie treats for your pal and a treat for you, too!)

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Both pregnancies help shed light on the reality that many teens
ignore: having sex produces babies. Youre probably thinking,
Thank you for pointing out the obvious, but I think sometimes
we lose a sense of reality when "expressing love.

It's clear that Hollywood

glamorizes sex and pregnancy
on popular television shows
and magazines. Before
celebrities such as Halle Berry
and Christina Aguilera gave
birth, they bared their bellies on
the cover of InStyle and Marie
Claire. At 17, Jamie Lynn
Spears (singer Britney Spears
younger sister) gave birth and
was later featured holding her
newborn on the cover of OK!
Magazine. In the article, Spears was quoted as saying, she had
a perfect pregnancy and perfect delivery and that being a
mom is the best feeling in the world.

Hollywood shouldnt ignore the fact that this girl was still legally
a child at the time she had her child and that the day-to-day
responsibilities Jamie Lynn will have to face as a mother. She
didnt exactly have the best role model after her older sister
struggled to keep custody of her children.

I believe Hollywood has gone too far in elevating pregnancy. It

truly can be a beautiful thing if done correctly and at the
appropriate time. This glamorization of teen pregnancy gives
young girls a false sense of reality as to what comes with
bearing a child and caring for another life. Many of us
sometimes forget that Hollywood fails to mention the sleepless
nights, constant crying, dirty diapers, doctor visits, feeding and
expenses that come along with ones beautiful bundle of joy.

Although the rate of teen pregnancy in the U.S. has steadily

declined since 1990, about one-third of girls get pregnant
before age 20. Findings show that these girls are less likely to
go to college and are usually single parents.

I currently live in Texas,

where every three hours a 15-
year-old gets pregnant while
new teens get pregnant every
10 minutes. The rate is much
higher for African-Americans,
who are three times more

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likely than Caucasians to get

pregnant. I dare you to
Google your state department
of health and see what comes
up!

When choosing to have sex, we all run the risk of getting

pregnant or contracting a sexually transmitted disease. I pray
that you choose abstinence, a personal choice I have made
myself. And dont believe the hype about any teens perfect
pregnancy. Get the facts here: www.stayteen.org.

- Randi Crowder is a student at the University of North Texas.

Links/Sources:

Texas Department of State Health Services

http://www.dshs.state.tx.us/famplan/tpp.shtm#fact

Center for Disease Control and Prevention:

http://www.cdc.gov/Features/dsTeenPregnancy/

National Campaign to prevent teen and unplanned

pregnancy:

http://www.thenationalcampaign.org/

www.stayteen.org

Pregnant celebs:

http://abcnews.go.com/Entertainment/CelebSnapshots/popup?
id=3925659&contentIndex=1&start=false&page=1

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