Arts + Culture

How to Help Your Child Beat the Summer Slump

The summer slump is real—and it doesn’t just affect academics. It's a drop in motivation, creativity, and engagement that can leave kids feeling stuck and uninspired.So how do we rise above it? 📚 Research from Johns Hopkins University and the National Summer Learning Association shows that students can lose up to two months of academic progress over the summer—especially when not engaged in structured or enriching activities. Consistent mental, creative, and physical stimulation helps combat...

Finance + Legal Services

Balancing A Friendship and Business Partnership

Friends Brandon Moon and Rafael Pinho combine expertise to help local business owners Article by Michelle Parnell | Photography by Savanna Romano A serendipitous meeting through the Northlake chapter of F3, a workout group for men that emphasizes Fitness, Fellowship, and Faith, is what sparked the beginning of a friendship between Brandon Moon and Rafael Pinho. That friendship would eventually grow into a business partnership and the founding of TD Pine Advisors, a strategic advisory firm...

Life + Culture

Frosty Drive N

The story of Frosty Drive N and the family behind it. Article by Kennedy Wood | Photography by Savanna Romano Known for their delicious burgers and famous home-made root beer float, Frosty Drive N proved to be much more than your average restaurant. I was given the opportunity to sit down and speak with Patrick Webb,owner of Frosty Drive N. Frosty Drive N was originally opened in 1954 and was re-established in 1964 in Denton, Texas. The restaurant was started by Patrick's grandfather and...

Education

Educating and Equipping

Shop Drop provides homeowners with the tools and training to take on DIY projects. Article by Michelle Parnell | Photography by Savanna Romano and Johnny Johnson During Johnny Johnson’s years of working in a hardware store, he learned that although many people want to tackle projects themselves, they often lack the knowledge and the appropriate specialty tools necessary for those projects. So Johnny founded Shop Drop, a local tool rental company that offers specialty tools and equipment for...

Life + Culture

The Men of Argyle Community Church

Building community for the men in Argyle, Texas. Article by Kennedy Wood | Photography by Savanna Romano Argyle Community Church has been a place for its surrounding community to gather for many years now. As you can probably tell, community is the big word at this church. Argyle Community Church offers many different ways for its members to connect with each other and with their faith. One way this happens is through the monthly men's gathering, F3. F3 stands for faith, fellowship, and...

Arts + Culture

Come Take a Walk with Me Through New Song School of the Arts

If you’ve ever been curious about what goes on at New Song School of the Arts, I’d love to take you on a walk through our campus, located at 1624 FM 407 E, Argyle, Texas. From the moment you pull into our drive, you’re welcomed by a space that’s as inspiring as the creativity inside. With 14 different types of stone wrapping the exteriors of our buildings, a modern rustic design, and landscaping full of vibrant seasonal flowers, you’ll immediately sense that this is no ordinary school—it’s a...

Shopping

Treat Your Mom This Mothers Day!

Article and Photography by It wouldn't be the Women's Issue without our mothers. Whether they are biological or not, mothers deserve to be celebrated all year long, not just for one day. If you are in need of something to do or give, we have got you covered! We have put together a small list of local places to find gifts for your mom as well as a few places to take her for dinner or brunch. Your mom deserves to feel special with a gift or bouquet of flowers from Lulu's Floral Design and Gifts...

Education

The Hive

Mothers and former nurses, Alysha Clarke and Jennifer Lankford, offer a unique perspective on childcare. Article by Michelle Parnell | Photography by Savanna Romano Born out of the desire to create a support system for families who need non-traditional childcare options and to be inclusive of children who may have special learning and medical needs, Alysha Clarke and Jennifer Lankford founded the Hive. The Hive is a drop-in childcare center that caters to children from six weeks to ten years...

Local Services

Meet Our New Owner!

Congratulations, Kellie, for becoming the new owner of Northlake City Lifestyle! Article by Elizabeth West | Photography by Savanna Romano Meet the newest owner and publisher of Northlake City Lifestyle magazine, Kellie Krevosky! Originally serving as the magazine’s editor, Kellie recently stepped into the role of owner and publisher. This transition reflects both her passion for community storytelling and her commitment to elevating local voices. Kellie is excited to build upon the...

Life + Culture

A Love Letter to Mothers

For this Women's Issue, we want to honor and thank all the mothers in our lives! Article by Kennedy Wood | Photography by Provided by Savanna Romano, Kellie Krevosky, and Kennedy Wood From the time Kellie was a child, she wanted to be just like her mom, Betsy. Betsy is the person who lit Kellie’s passion for reading and she has fond memories of her mom reading to her as a child. Betsy has been Kellie's best friend and amazing mom, all while getting her degree. The hours that Betsy put in not...