Parks & Recreation the Texas way

Parks & Recreation the Texas way

By Sydni Ellis Texas summers as a kid could be summed up with the three P’s: popsicles, pools and parks! Basically, if my siblings and I weren’t outside – running, splashing, laughing, enjoying every last second of freedom – then we were inside, sleeping for 

Living the American Dream

Living the American Dream

By Sonia Duggan The United States, long known as the land of opportunity, has always been a destination for those seeking freedom and a better life.  Today, not much has changed. It is still thought of as the land of opportunity, a place where freedoms 

Cash in on love

Cash in on love

It won’t take a lot of money to adopt Cash if you’re willing to give him a loving home. This handsome guy is a 2-year-old hound mix that is very gentle and sweet. He came into the shelter as a stray with a leash still 

Sun Safety

Sun Safety

By Carrie Dunlea As the days grow longer and warmer between May and September, many individuals are eager to get some sun and spend their weekends outdoors. However, increased sun exposure during these months can elevate the risk of skin cancer. Understanding the link between 

Collin McKinney: pioneer, patriot, namesake of Collin County

Collin McKinney: pioneer, patriot, namesake of Collin County

Collin McKinney, Home, McKinney Texas Collin McKinney, a significant figure in Texas history, is a name synonymous with the spirit of independence and the pioneering drive that shaped the state.  Born on April 17, 1766, in New Jersey, McKinney’s journey to becoming a key player 

History takes the stand

History takes the stand

Take a trip, explore Texas Courthouses  By Sydni Ellis In Texas, admiring courthouses is a tradition — like eating cornbread and chili (with no beans!) and dressing up for high school football games. Europe has its cathedrals, and we have courthouses.  In fact, Texas has 

Pictures of the Past 

Pictures of the Past 

By Sonia Duggan In the heart of downtown Farmersville, the post office stands as a testament to the past, its interior meticulously preserved as it was in 1939.  Walking through its doors, visitors are greeted by a nostalgic ambiance, complete with original fixtures and a 

Recipes with a twist

Recipes with a twist

I love sharing recipes that I have learned from family members and put my own twist on. My mom makes an incredible pasta salad for almost every cookout or get-together, and this is my fusion take on the recipe I learned from her many years 

Meet Marigold!

Meet Marigold!

Marigold is a 2-year-old heeler mix that came in as a stray to the Collin County Animal Shelter in March. She arrived with her grown puppies who have all since been adopted. This gentle flower is a little timid with all the noises and commotion at the 

Floral Odyssey: Exploring the Blooms of Texas

Floral Odyssey: Exploring the Blooms of Texas

By Carrie Dunlea In the heart of Texas, where the spirit of the wild meets the tranquility of the countryside, lies a tapestry of blooms waiting to be discovered. From the rolling hills of Marble Falls to the fields of lavender near Blanco, each farm