True to his name, Sol is pure sunshine wrapped in a handsome Rottweiler mix package. This 3-year-old gentleman is ready to brighten someone’s days and settle into a loving forever home. Sol already has some impressive manners under his collar. He knows sit, down and …
Getaways that focus on connection, calm and shared experience By Carrie Dunlea This season, a growing number of travelers are approaching romantic getaways differently. Rather than booking traditional Valentine’s packages or large resorts, many are opting for destinations that offer privacy, thoughtful design and experiences …
Inside North Texas’ adult LEGO community — & why more grown-ups are clicking bricks again By Sonia Duggan A building toy invented nearly a century ago remains relevant today, having grown up alongside its users. LEGO, best known for its interlocking plastic bricks, is no …
Start the New Year with a new fitness buddy or an all-around gal pal. We first featured Acadia in our October 2025 issue, and sadly, this sweet 2-year-old Lab mix with a zest for life and a heart full of love is still waiting for …
By Carrie Dunlea As the calendar turns and a new year begins, many people feel an almost instinctive urge to reset. The holiday rush slows, decorations come down and routines begin to settle back into place. In that quiet space between celebration and normalcy, New …
These soups are built for comfort, but finished with bold, global flavor. Inspired by Ethiopian, Moroccan and Italian cooking, each recipe delivers a hearty, satisfying bowl that’s perfect for cooler days and lingering dinners. Grab the bread — you’ll want every last drop. Hearty Sweet …
Discover spaces where architecture, culture and imagination meet By Carrie Dunlea Libraries have always held a certain magic—quiet places where stories, ideas and histories live side by side, waiting for someone to open a cover and step inside. Yet around the world, some libraries transcend their …
A year in review of the nonprofits strengthening our communities By Sonia Duggan From the beginning, In & Around Magazine set out to do more than showcase destinations, events and lifestyle. It set out to tell the stories that anchor a community — the ones …
Community Quilters craft comfort for children and families in need By Sonia Duggan Each week, a community of quilters comes together with a shared purpose: creating new, handmade blankets that offer warmth, comfort and reassurance to children facing some of life’s hardest moments. These dedicated individuals …
Three Dutch-Caribbean islands, each offering a distinct blend of relaxation, adventure & local flavor By Carrie Dunlea Travelers seeking Caribbean warmth with a European twist often discover that the ABC Islands—Aruba, Bonaire and Curaçao—offer far more than the postcard-perfect beaches that first lure them in. …