By Jennifer M. Aguilar These days, Iselda Wagner, who goes by Izzy, is busier than ever. As a business owner, wife, and mom to three, with one on the way, her hands and heart are certainly full. But just a few years ago her life …
By Sonia Duggan Mother’s Day is just around the corner and if you’re fortunate enough to still have your mom or grandmother in your life why not plan a special trip to honor them this year? We all know flowers and lunch are nice but …
By Mariam Ayad It’s 9:45 on a Tuesday morning and there’s already a line forming behind the 5 Loaves Food Pantry in Sachse. The pantry doesn’t open until 10 a.m., but those in need of its services are eager to begin choosing this week’s groceries. …
By Carrie Dunlea New Mexico is the Land of Enchantment with its diverse terrain encompassing five different mountain ranges, caverns, plateaus, rivers, lakes and reservoirs. If you’re visiting the state, and a bit of a New Mexico novice, plan a little detour one day and …
Abby’s story is a bit lengthy because many humans have failed her in her six years. She was born in the rescue May 7, 2012. Her first adoptive home lasted for only a few weeks until Abby and the other dogs at the home got …
By Melinda Myers Elevate your gardens to waist high level for convenience and easy access. Elevated gardens are easy on your back and knees and are perfect for the patio, balcony, deck or any area where a bit of planting space is desired. Place them near …
Faith and compassion are his tools of the trade By Sonia Duggan Enter the door of Affordable Auto Services on Parker Road in Wylie on any given day and you’ll get much more than you bargained for. You’ll not only get your car repaired at …
Chipotle Cheese Potato Soup with Fresh Summer Corn | 6 to 8 servings COOK TIME (UNDER PRESSURE) 15 minutes Potato soup is on our dinner table often due to its ease of preparation, low cost and the fact that everyone in my family loves it. …
Local farming families bring fresh food to Collin County By Jennifer M. Aguilar If you’ve watched many cooking shows, or like to frequent the finest restaurants you can afford, then you likely already know what a difference truly fresh food can make. Not only is …
My name is Linus! Our best guess is that I’m a handsome combination of Great Pyrenees and Lab. Everyone who meets me says that I am a really sweet boy and very easy to fall in love with. I greet most of my new friends …