Style + Beauty

Express Yourself

The Art of Personal Style Article by Deborah Dove | Photography by Courtesy of Carey Lynn Expressing your personal style is more than just choosing an outfit. It’s an ongoing artistic journey that reflects who you are and what you love. And what better way to showcase your own unique flair than by customizing your look with products designed by you ! Artistic Endeavors, home to Carey Lynn Creates, empowers you to define your individuality in ways you never imagined. With an expansive range...

Beauty

Wash, Blo, Go

The Empowering Experience of a Professional Blowout Article by Fatima Durrani | Photography by Adeline Merrick: Merrick Multimedia The philosophy behind Blo Blow Dry Bar is simple: give people the power to feel runway-ready at a moment’s notice. No cuts, no color; just wash, blow, and go. In a world where time is short, this concept has “blown” up in popularity! Blo Blow Dry Bar Watters Creek officially opened its doors in May of 2016. “Whether it’s for a weekly blowout, special event...

Health + Wellness

Honoring Childhood Cancer Awareness Month

Heroes for Children – 21 Years of Hope for Families Battling Childhood Cancer Article and Photography by Courtesy of Heroes for Children For 21 years, Heroes for Children has provided critical support to families in Texas navigating the unimaginable—a child’s cancer diagnosis. Through their core programs—financial assistance, social assistance, and comfort and care—Heroes for Children helps bridge the gaps left by insurance, ensuring parents can focus on their child’s healing instead of...

Shopping

The Village at Allen

Where Fun Meets Fashion Article by Fatima Durrani | Photography by Christopher Bigenho Photography The Village at Allen is not your average retail and shopping center. This incredible 1,027,413-square-foot mixed-use development, created in 2008, features some of the area’s most popular attractions, including Cabela’s, Topgolf, and the Credit Union of Texas Event Center, which hosts over 100 events per year. “The Village at Allen is the third most visited shopping area in the DFW area,” states...

Style + Beauty

Artist of the Month

John Garrott Article by Deborah Dove | Photography by Courtesy of John Garrott A conversation with Allen jewelry artist and educator John Garrott:  What inspired you to become a jewelry artist?   Early in my collegiate studies I discovered jewelry design and metalsmithing and fell in love with the medium. I received a BFA in Visual Studies from Texas Tech University and a MFA in Metalsmithing and Jewelry Design from Indiana University. After graduate school, I began working as an art...

Health + Wellness

More Than Man’s Best Friend

Service Dogs Offer Lifeline for Children with Special Needs Article by Ken G. Crawford | Photography by Courtesy of Craig Hanna Children living with autism, severe allergies, or psychiatric conditions know everyday life can present extraordinary challenges. But with the help of specially trained service dogs, many of these children are gaining safety, independence, and the confidence to navigate their world in ways that once seemed impossible. According to experts at United K9, a Texas-based...

Local Services

Local Experience

Discover local gems, create memories, and embrace authentic community experiences. Article by Deborah Dove Karen Laine Photography – karen-laine.com or 469-927-0225 Capture the first precious weeks with newborn photos you’ll cherish forever, from stunning color-saturated artistic shots to first smiles to black-and-white photos of ten perfect, tiny toes. Amma Lactation Services – (972) 439-5412 or ammalactation@gmail.com Certified lactation consultants are available to support...

Local Services

Cody’s Friends Rescue

Saving Dogs from Euthanasia, One Foster at a Time Article by Tiffany Ditto | Photography by Courtesy of Tina Austin Each morning, Tina Austin reviews dogs listed on that day’s euthanasia list (aka “code red”) by area shelters, hoping a foster steps up so Cody’s Friends Rescue can save another dog. “We usually save 12 dogs a week,” said Austin, the nonprofit’s founder. “Often, I see a dog that's about to be killed who tugs at my heart, but we don’t have a foster to care for it.” Based in the...

Food + Beverage

Wayback Burgers

The Ultimate Post-Game Spot Article by Wayback Burgers | Photography by Adeline Merrick: Merrick Multimedia Wayback Burgers in Allen, Texas, offers more than just a great meal—it’s a go-to dining destination for fresh and flavorful burgers, shakes, and delicious sides with a welcoming atmosphere that truly brings its guests together. Whether you are looking to grab a quick lunch or if you are celebrating after a big game, Wayback Burgers makes quality the main ingredient in everything they...

Life + Culture

Lacey the K9 Detective

Sniffing Out Clues, Comforting Victims Along the Way Article by Marisa Bingham | Photography by Courtesy of City of Allen Lacey isn’t your average pup—she’s a one-and-a-half-year-old K9 trained by Homeland Security, partnered with Digital Forensic Detective Keith Compton of the Allen Police Department. Together, they fight crimes against children using cutting-edge technology and her highly specialized sense of smell. Lacey is trained to detect TTPO , a chemical compound found in all...