By Sonia Duggan Bluegrass music returns to Olde City Park this month for a beloved Wylie tradition — Bluegrass on Ballard. The annual music and arts festival will take over historic downtown Wylie on Saturday, May 31. This year’s event promises fun for the whole …
By Bob Wieland If you’ve done a double take at the price of eggs lately, you’re not alone. With costs soaring due to supply shortages, more people are considering a different approach—raising their own backyard chickens. Imagine stepping outside each morning to collect fresh eggs, …
Veteran’s toy collection inspires nostalgia By Allison LaBrot There’s something magical about seeing a toy from your past—the rush of nostalgia, the instant transport back to childhood. At The Best Little Toy Museum in Texas, that feeling isn’t limited to a single moment; it fills …
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 …
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 …
Local artisans skillfully create one-of-a-kind products By Sonia Duggan In a world full of mass-produced goods, there’s something special about giving a gift that’s truly one-of-a-kind. For those seeking more meaningful options, local artisans offer handcrafted items that not only make a statement but also …
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 …
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 …
By Sonia Duggan As Mother’s Day approaches, we gather to honor the enduring spirit of maternal love and the profound impact it leaves behind. In this collection of ‘Memories of Mom’ submitted by readers, we pay tribute to the cherished women who have passed on, …
By Carrie Dunlea In the bustling urban landscape of modern America lies a problem that’s as pervasive as it is pernicious: plastic waste. And despite the concerted efforts to recycle paper, cardboard and metals, plastic continues to permeate our landfills, oceans and even infiltrate our …