Christine Clark

Kitchener

Morning Traffic Reporter and Anchor at CKGL

Writer at City Lifestyle

Morning News Anchor on @CityNewsKIT (she/her) Mom of 3, @onepeloton and @CriticalRole fan. @cclarkradio on Instagram

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Articles

SUPPORTING WOMEN HOMEBUYERS

2 weeks ago | citylifestyle.com | Christine Clark

According to a recent report from the National Association of Realtors for 2024, single women made up 24% of first-time home purchases last year. These first-time home buyers are young professionals, single moms, or women who are single again through divorce or the loss of a spouse. More than half of single women buying homes are under 35. Most have a college degree, and 39% are people of color.
Farming on a Tight Budget: Balancing Innovation and Sustainability

2 weeks ago | m.farms.com | Christine Clark |Paul Mitchell

By Christine Anne Clark and Paul MitchellTight budgets are becoming the norm due to a combination of volatile commodity prices, rising input costs, labor shortages, and weather-related impacts. Amid these pressures, the push to innovate and adopt sustainable practices has not slowed—in fact, it is getting stronger. How can producers balance innovation and sustainability without breaking the bank?
PDRTX RESTORATION AND UPGRADES

1 month ago | citylifestyle.com | Christine Clark

Since 2018, PDRTX Smart Auto Repair has been a fixture in the North Texas area, helping automobile owners preserve the value of their investments. Jessie Cintron, Joey Castaneda, and Jose Andino and their team are dedicated to taking care of their customers, providing exceptional customer service and innovative offerings to earn your business. When buying a new car, the team recommends that you first stop by PDRTX Smart Auto Repair to apply Paint Protection Film (PPF).
THE HEART OF CELINA

1 month ago | citylifestyle.com | Christine Clark

Ask anyone what initially drew them to Celina; nine times out of ten, the answer is the people and the feeling of community you get when shopping, dining, or attending an event on the square in Downtown Celina. Current residents and visitors to Celina are blessed with the foresight of the community founders, who established a rich historical legacy of farming families who raised wheat, cotton, corn, and livestock dating back to its founding in 1879.
NEW YEAR, NEW SPACE

2 months ago | citylifestyle.com | Christine Clark

Most people approach the doctor's office with trepidation and nervousness. After all, white-coat hypertension is real. About 1 in 5 people experience higher blood pressure in a medical setting than at home, work, or just walking down the street. Being in a healthcare setting can trigger a person's "fight-or-flight" response.
OLIVIA CLARKE HOMES AT UPTOWN CELINA

2 months ago | citylifestyle.com | Christine Clark

Uptown…Just north of downtown Celina, a new neighborhood is emerging that offers a home style that is currently unavailable in the area. North Square at Uptown Celina, developed by Rockhill Capital Investments, features an exceptional community of paired homes. These upscale residences balance modern luxury and the charm of Celina's rich county and agricultural history. A paired home is a luxurious and spacious single-family attached residence ranging from 2,100 to 2,500 square feet.
HOLD MY HAND

Oct 28, 2024 | citylifestyle.com | Christine Clark

Al West and his wife, local Compass realtor Lori Vaden West, have long supported local charities, including Helping Hands of Celina, North Texas Food Bank, the Alzheimer’s Association, and their church, First United Methodist in McKinney. However, after recently returning from their second trip to Panama, they now have a passion for the indigenous people of Panama. The church and several others in the area have joined with Rev.
GETTING IT RIGHT WITH RIGHTER INSURANCE

Sep 28, 2024 | citylifestyle.com | Christine Clark

Featured ArticleHealthcare Insurance for Small Businesses And IndividualsArticle by Christine ClarkPhotography by Melissa Hatcher Originally published in Celina LifestyleHealthcare insurance for businesses and individuals can seem daunting. There are so many options and resources, not to mention the language of acronym alphabet soup. It would be ideal to have a coach to lead you through the options and the enrollment timelines and even help you find the best coverage at the lowest cost.
SHADES OF GREEN CELEBRATES TWO YEARS

Sep 28, 2024 | citylifestyle.com | Christine Clark

While all of North Texas feels relief as the calendar changes from September to October and hopes for cooler days ahead, our friends at Shades of Green in Celina are excited to ramp up for their favorite season. There is an annual cycle of business in the nursery business. Spring is planting and everything new, but fall is all about show and color. Shades of Green in Celina is now in their 3rd season of sharing their garden with the community and offering a unique fall experience.
STYLE ICONS

Aug 30, 2024 | citylifestyle.com | Christine Clark

BRISTEN & SARAH PHILLIPSBristen and Sarah Phillips are an eclectic and artsy couple. Bristen is a mural painter known locally for his paintings around Celina Square, while Sarah describes herself as a corporate artist. Their story of music, art, and fun can be seen in the fashion they choose. When not working, Bristen reflects his West Texas cowboy roots with an authentic look of wrangler jeans, boots, and a cowboy hat. He can be picky about fit and fabrics and shops for quality over quantity.