Collin County resident awarded Yellow Rose of Texas for efforts By Sonia Duggan & Norishka Pachot Farmersville resident Linda Hess has made her mark on Collin County by documenting its history for over two decades. Hess’ dedication as a Collin County Historical Commission (CCHC) member …
By Carrie Dunlea After the blistering heat of Texas’ summer and the deluge of rain in early fall, planning a getaway to enjoy beautiful vistas and an abundance of outdoor activities might be just what the doctor ordered. Pack your bags and drive or fly …
By Sonia Duggan In communities throughout the U.S., there are families who have paid the highest price in the cause of freedom. These families, known as Gold Star families, experienced the loss of an immediate family member while serving their country. The designation is meant …
Maple Bacon Pecan | 7 to 8 giant cookies Every Father’s Day, I wake up early, pack up the children and let Cookie Daddy (or Tyler, as he’s formally known) sleep in while we sneak off to get the freshest donuts from our favorite local …
Hosting a major holiday event is no small effort. It requires close attention to detail from planning, cooking and cleaning to entertaining guests on the big day. Fortunately, just like any good recipe, approaching your hosting duties one step at a time can allow you …
www.collincountytx.gov/Services/Animal-Services Jadon is a sweet and loving 2-year-old American Staffordshire terrier who loves to cuddle up on the couch with his people. During his stay at the shelter, he has made a few doggie friends, has learned some new tricks, and has quickly become a …
What to know about breast cancer recurrence Millions of women across the globe are survivors of breast cancer. Those women serve as inspiration to millions more individuals, even as they bravely live with the threat of recurrence. Studies show that most local recurrences of breast …
Clay Cooper: 2023 Texas Country Music Hall of Famer By Jeremy Hallock Clay Cooper started his career at the Wylie Opry. Now he is in the Texas Country Music Hall of Fame alongside legends like Willie Nelson, Gene Autry, Waylon Jennings, and Bob Wills. Cooper, …
By Carrie Dunlea People often love to explore the uncanny and unexplained as Halloween draws near. One way to do so is to visit some of the purportedly haunted places around the world that also happen to be spectacularly beautiful. Not only is this a …
Featuring the best of the best State Fair of Texas winners over the past decade, this year’s cookbook celebrates the recipes that took home the top prize in their category. Whether you’re looking for something sweet or savory, the Best of Show Cookbook will become your go-to …