Life + Culture

Good Human of the Month

Karin Saucedo Educates Her Community About Coyotes with Song Dog Watch Article by Valerie Merrick | Photography by Photography Courtesy of Karin Saucedo In the Connemara Meadow Nature Preserve, something special is happening. A wildlife photographer turned nature advocate is doing her best to support an often misunderstood species: the coyote. Local resident Karin Saucedo has made it her mission to educate others about these special creatures through her work with her organization, Song Dog...

Life + Culture

Nonprofit of the Month

Bowe's Buddies Helps Animals with Special Needs Thrive in Foster Care before Finding Their Forever Homes Article by Elizabeth Felker | Photography by Photography Courtesy of Bowe’s Buddies Bowe’s Buddies was founded on one simple belief: every animal deserves a second chance. And no one embodies that more than Bowe himself. Bowe’s story began in July 2020, when his mother—young, sick, and heavily pregnant—was brought into a local shelter. She gave birth to seven kittens in the safety of the...

Life + Culture

Nonprofit of the Month-Kids!

Foundation for C.H.O.I.C.E. Fosters Student Success through Mentorship and Connection Article by Foundation for C.H.O.I.C.E | Photography by Photography Courtesy of Foundation for C.H.O.I.C.E Foundation for C.H.O.I.C.E. (Consider How One Individual Changes Everything) is a Dallas-based nonprofit dedicated to helping students discover their path toward college, career, and life success through mentorship, career readiness, and meaningful community connections. Founded on the belief that one...

Wellness

Bringing Hope Closer to Home

Children’s Health Expands Youth Behavioral Health Services to Collin County, Bringing Families Greater Access to Specialized Care and Autism Support Article by Jessica Crandall Lawrence | Photography by Photography Courtesy of Juan Pulido: Children's Health A vital new medical expansion is gracing Plano. For over a decade, Children’s Health has traditionally housed mental and behavioral services for youth in its Dallas location. As of July 27, several of these services will be available at...

Education

The Back-to-School Reset Every Family Needs

Simple Ways Families Can Prepare for a Strong School Year Article by Sandy Tutwiler | Photography by Joseph Rivers: Jay Sonata Photography Back-to-school season brings a mix of emotions for families—excitement, anticipation, stress, and sometimes anxiety. While shopping for backpacks and school supplies is important, a strong school year begins with routines, healthy habits, confidence, and support systems that help students feel prepared both academically and emotionally. Rebuild Routines...

Arts + Culture

Turning the Page on Parenting

Four unique books offering insight, encouragement, and practical guidance Article by Angi Burns Parenting doesn't come with a handbook, but the right stories and perspectives can provide encouragement when we need it most. The books featured here explore a wide range of parenting experiences, from raising children with unique abilities to helping young people develop confidence, purpose, and emotional resilience. Each author draws from personal experiences and hard-earned wisdom to offer...

Life + Culture

Empowering Women. Transforming Communities.

Learn How You Can Make an Impact by Getting Involved with Impact100 North Texas Article and Photography by Courtesy of Impact100 North Texas When founding president Anne Witherspoon first learned about the global nonprofit Impact100, she was so impressed by the model and the great work being done she decided to join the DFW chapter.  As it turned out, there was no chapter to join.  So, she decided to start one!  She reached out to friends and colleagues to tell them all about the mission of...

Fitness

Stay Fit on the Go

Smart Ways to Stay Active and Healthy While Traveling Article by Fatima Durrani | Photography by Photography Courtesy of Mike Lam For many, travel is a game changer. Whether your goal is relaxation, curiosity, or exploration, and whether you’re driving locally to the next town or flying to a country you’ve only dreamed about, travel has the unique ability to reset your nervous system.  However, travel can also wreak havoc on your routines. Vacationers often don’t prioritize dedicated gym time...

Travel

Rediscovering San Antonio

Exploring Fresh Family Adventures in One of Texas’s Favorite Cities Article and Photography by Angi Burns As native Texans, my husband and I have been to San Antonio more times than we can count. We have done the Alamo tour, walked the River Walk, eaten plenty of tacos, and checked off most of the classic tourist stops over the years. So when we planned a weekend getaway with our son Jaxx, we decided it was time to experience the city a little differently. Thanks to Visit San Antonio and...

Travel

A Life Built on Exploring

Exploring with My Camera Taught Me That Art Begins When I Stop Looking and Start Feeling Article and Photography by Catherine Reese Standing with my camera as horses ran across the open field, manes flying and dust rising behind them, I felt something shift inside me. Their movement carried freedom, wildness, and a reminder that life was meant to be fully lived. Losing both of my parents close together changed everything for me. One day life felt normal, and the next, it didn’t. What I once...