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Will you be Sadie’s valentine?

Will you be Sadie’s valentine?

Meet Sadie, a 4-year-old Great Pyrenees/Heeler mix with a heart as big as her hugs! This sweet and affectionate girl adores cuddling up with her favorite people and is eager to share her love. Sadie is also a quick learner who already knows how to 

Strengthen Your Heart

Strengthen Your Heart

By Carrie Dunlea February is Heart Health Month, a time to focus on ways to keep our most vital organ strong. Heart disease remains the leading cause of death worldwide, but regular physical activity can significantly reduce cardiovascular risk and improve overall well-being. Many people 

Cultivating family, growing dreams

Cultivating family, growing dreams

By Sonia Duggan For two families in Collin County, farming is more than just a profession—it’s a way of life. Whether carrying on a legacy that spans generations or forging a new path in agriculture, the McClendon and Cassidy families are deeply rooted in their 

Chili Anyone?

Chili Anyone?

Texas Chili With Chipotle Cream | Serves 4 to 6 Chipotle Cream 10 ½ ounces goat cheese 2 tablespoons pureed chipotle in adobo sauce 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream Juice of ½ lemon Juice of 2 limes Zest of ½ lime ½ 

A Haven for Horses

A Haven for Horses

Gold Star Stables and Sanctuary  By Sonia Duggan Tucked away on 70 serene acres in Farmersville, Gold Star Stables and Sanctuary has been a refuge for horses in need since its establishment in April 2014. Founded by Mollie Hines, the sanctuary currently cares for 55 

Affordable Sun & Ski Adventures

Affordable Sun & Ski Adventures

By Carrie Dunlea When it comes to winter travel, families often find themselves deciding between two vastly different experiences: chasing the sun on a warm beach or embracing the chill on a snow-covered mountain.  While these options can seem like a financial stretch, there are 

Reins of Hope

Reins of Hope

Equine therapy program to aid incarcerated non-violent veterans By Sonia Duggan Thanks to the efforts of two Collin County leaders, military veterans in the justice system now have a powerful new resource for healing and rehabilitation.  Determined to leave ‘no man behind,’ Sheriff Jim Skinner 

Budget-friendly adventures await

Budget-friendly adventures await

By Carrie Dunlea As the New Year unfolds, savvy travelers can take advantage of incredible savings to make 2025 a year of unforgettable experiences. From discounted cruises and tours to hotel packages in dreamy destinations, there’s no shortage of opportunities to explore the world while 

A Season of Family Traditions

A Season of Family Traditions

By Sonia Duggan As a native New Englander, Christmas was always filled with traditions that grounded me in the warmth of family and the beauty of the season.  These traditions encompassed baking gingerbread men and sugar cookies, crafting fresh wreaths from pine boughs, stringing popcorn 

Classic Desserts

Classic Desserts

That Combine Christmases Past & Present If holiday gatherings have started to feel more overwhelming than celebratory, it’s time to go back to the basics with seasonal desserts that are easy yet elegant. Wow your crowd this year with a mouth-watering Hummingbird Cake or Coconut