By Sonia Duggan In the game of life some win and some lose, but Gynovel Henry didn’t think he’d win by the time Fall 2017 arrived. It had been a tough year and the former teacher/coach was running out of options. He didn’t think he’d …
By Sonia Duggan A future generation of female entrepreneurs officially hit the streets throughout Northeast Texas January 11 to sell a product that will help fund educational activities, community projects, leadership programs and travel opportunities. Sales of Girl Scout cookies -Samoas, Thin Mints, Tagalongs, Do-Si-Dos, …
Meet Gatsby, a handsome 85-pound, five-year-old boy with ‘eye-catching’ markings! His caretakers describe him as polite, quiet and shy though he perks up when someone he knows and likes walks into a room. He loves to be petted and, of course, given a good booty …
By Carrie Dunlea Building a wedding registry is a task unlike any other couples may encounter during their lifetimes. It’s the one time that the future husband and wife get to choose, and receive, new home items to complement their style. There are invaluable resources …
By Sonia Duggan In a world full of harsh reality, nothing can soften the mood and transport us to another place and time better than art. View one of John Pototschnik’s paintings and you’ll understand why. His rural landscapes and cityscapes effortlessly capture the serene …
Are you looking for a sweet furry friend to keep you company this winter? Then look no further than me, Jasper! I’m a Lab/Pyrenees mix in search of my furever home. I’ve got a well-behaved, calm demeanor and an adorable face to boot. I love …
By Sonia Duggan Want to burn fat and gain stamina in the New Year? Try a HIIT workout. This type of exercise is gaining momentum as one of the more popular fitness regimens. HIIT workouts can be effective at boosting metabolism and helping people burn …
Quick Beef Stew | Serves: 4 When there’s a chill in the air and you don’t have the time or inclination to cook, you can still get an amazingly flavorful beef stew on the table in under an hour. I take a few clever shortcuts …
By Carrie Dunlea Do you love the idea of escaping the traffic and dreary Texas winter weather for a few days? How about spending time skiing (or snowboarding) through fresh powder then falling into bed at night completely exhausted from the exercise and fresh air? …
By Sonia Duggan The 2018 In & Around Champions are a varied bunch. They include a charismatic mechanic, a teddy bear maker, the local retired teachers association, a search and rescue group and many more. They all have made an impact in some way in …