Brownie has a big heart

Brownie has a big heart

My name is Brownie, and I’m a 5-year-old female Rhodesian Ridgeback mix with a big heart and a serious appreciation for belly rubs. I already know commands like “sit” and “down,” and I love showing off my good manners whenever I can. I’ve been at 

Gardening with kids

Gardening with kids

After months of cool weather, the first hint of spring will likely have the whole family eager to dive into outdoor activities. This year, as you begin tackling the garden, find ways to get the youngest family members in on the action, too. Not only 

When the Sirens Fade

When the Sirens Fade

Local volunteer network supports first responders and families in crisis By Sonia Duggan When tragedy strikes — whether it’s a police shooting, a suicide, a mass casualty event or a devastating natural disaster — first responders rush toward the scene. But once the sirens fade 

Savvy Summer Travel

Savvy Summer Travel

See more, spend less with these road-ready travel ideas By Carrie Dunlea Summer travel is shaping up to be more expensive than ever, and for many Americans, that means rethinking long-haul flights and overseas adventures. Rising airfare and overall travel costs have nudged vacationers toward a 

Tracing Ancient Mysteries

Tracing Ancient Mysteries

Murphy scientist’s global research sheds light on ancient cultures and customs By Bob Wieland From a lab in North Texas to excavation sites across Asia, Dr. Qian Wang is piecing together stories that have been buried for thousands of years. A paleoanthropologist and professor of 

Baking Simplified

Baking Simplified

The Best Sourdough Chocolate Chip Cookies Yield : 12 cookies ½ cup brown butter ½ cup light brown sugar ¹/³ cup granulated cane sugar ¹⁄ ³ cup sourdough discard 2 large egg yolks 1 tsp pure vanilla extract 1¼ cups all-purpose flour ½ tsp baking 

Give Louis some Love

Give Louis some Love

Hi, I’m Louis, a 90-pound Labrador Retriever mix with a big heart! The other day, I got to go on a Doggy Day Out—and let me tell you… BEST. DAY. EVER. I hopped into the car and, once we got going, melted right into the 

Outdoor Living, Elevated

Outdoor Living, Elevated

Designing spaces that feel like home — just beyond the back door By Carrie Dunlea Backyards are no longer secondary spaces. They are deliberate, livable environments shaped by comfort, design and purpose. From casual lounging to hosting friends, a well-planned outdoor area extends daily living 

A Voice for Children

A Voice for Children

Court Appointed Special Advocates Support Children in Crisis By Whitney Alswede When a child is removed from an unsafe home, they lose more than a place to live. They lose familiar routines, classrooms, friendships and, often, contact with siblings — all in a matter of 

Northwest in Bloom

Northwest in Bloom

Cool air, cascading waterfalls and garden paths offer Texans a refreshing March escape By Carrie Dunlea By March, Texans know what’s coming. A few teasing cool fronts may still roll through, but warmer days are stacking up, and summer never feels far away. That’s exactly