Home + Design

Shower Doors of Texas

Elevating Bathrooms and Interiors with Expert Custom Glass Article by Alexis Jacobs | Photography by Shower Doors of Texas In a housing market where smart updates matter, homeowners are paying closer attention to the details that quietly transform a space. Few upgrades feel as immediate, or as lasting, as custom glass. At Shower Doors of Texas, that belief has shaped more than three decades of work across the Dallas–Fort Worth Metroplex. Based in McKinney, Shower Doors of Texas is a...

Entertainment

UNIVERSAL KIDS RESORT COMING TO FRISCO

Theme Park Designed For Young Families Opens In 2026 Article and Photography by Get ready, Collin County families. Playtime is about to level up. In 2026,  Universal Kids Resort  will officially open in  Frisco , bringing an all-new theme park experience designed especially for kids and the grown-ups who love them. This is not just another theme park. It is a colorful, imaginative world created entirely through a child’s eyes. From signs placed at kid height to bright, welcoming spaces that...

Real Estate

REAL ESTATE OUTLOOK

Market Sees Steady Measurable Progress That Is Restoring Confidence In Homeownership Article by Lori Vaden West For the past several years, the housing market has tested buyers in ways not seen in modern history. What began as a period of historically low interest rates quickly shifted into one of the toughest affordability environments on record. In 2021, mortgage rates climbed from the 3 percent range to over 7 percent. That dramatic increase pushed the typical monthly mortgage payment up by...

Travel

VENTURE LUXX TRAVEL

Invest In Memories Article by Sharla Davenport | Photography by Courtesy Jennifer Taylor and Jennie Roden are two friends who transformed their shared love of gourmet cuisine, fine wine, and adventure into unforgettable luxury travel experiences. Jennifer Taylor, owner of Old Quail Run Farm, Bon Appetit Y'all and Blue Willow Cafe, is locally known for her culinary talents, cookbooks, music, and deep appreciation for wine. Jennie Roden is the owner of Hillwood Manor event venue in Denison...

Entertainment

DOC HOLLIDAY RETURNS TO DENISON

For the Doc Holliday Saints & Sinners Festival Article by Lucas Ridley Did you know the legendary Doc Holliday once operated a dentistry office in Downtown Denison, Texas? Long before the tales of Tombstone, Holliday walked the streets of this North Texas boomtown. Now, you can step back into the 1870s and 1880s and experience that frontier spirit for yourself at the annual Doc Holliday Saints & Sinners Festival .   Downtown Denison transforms into a living snapshot of the Old West, complete...

Food + Beverage

DROPS OF JUPITER

Bringing Celina Back To Its Heyday With Cocktails & Whatnot Photography by Kristi Murry Ingredients: 2 oz. - Vodka (Grey Goose) 3 oz. - Guava Nectar .5 oz. - Passionfruit Puree .5 oz. - Honey .5 oz. - Lime Juice 1 oz. - Float Hibiscus Tea Ice Glassware:   Collins Glass  Garnish:   Dehydrated Lime & Dried Hibiscus Flower   HEYDAY 322 W. Walnut St. on the Downtown Square Celina, TX @heyday-celina    

Shopping

LOWE'S CELINA

Popular Home Improvement Store Opens Its Doors And Invests In The Community Article by Christine Clark | Photography by Kristi Murry Lowe’s, the home improvement store, celebrated the opening of its new location earlier this year with a grand opening and board-cutting ceremony on February 13th. The event drew city leaders, chamber members, and many Celina residents, highlighting the community’s welcoming spirit. Lowe’s broke ground on the new store in March 2025 and welcomed customers in...

Local Services

INVESTING IN COMMUNITY THROUGH ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

The CEDC Strengthens Local Businesses And Positions Celina For Continued Growth Article by Christine Clark | Photography by Courtesy of CEDC As Celina proudly marks its sesquicentennial, 150 years of history and progress, the milestone provides a meaningful opportunity to highlight how the Celina Economic Development Corporation (CEDC) is strategically investing in people, businesses, and places to drive continued private investment and long-term economic vitality. As a dedicated nonprofit...

Health + Wellness

METHODIST CELINA MEDICAL CENTER

A Conversation With Cody Hunter, President Article by Niki Carbajal | Photography by Courtesy of Methodist Celina Medical Center When Methodist Celina Medical Center opened its doors March 2025, it marked more than the arrival of a new hospital. It signaled a promise that Celina would no longer have to leave home for high-quality, compassionate healthcare. For President Cody Hunter, the milestone is both professional and deeply personal. Hunter was named the hospital’s first president in...

Home + Design

INVESTING IN OUTDOOR LIVING

Daystar Landscapes - Enhancing Curb Appeal and Creating Functional Outdoor Spaces Designed for Everyday Living Article by Alexis Jacobs | Photography by Provided by Daystar Landscapes In North Texas, where outdoor living is part of the lifestyle, landscaping has become more than an aesthetic upgrade. It’s an investment. For Daystar Landscapes, that philosophy has been at the heart of the company since its earliest days, shaping not only how spaces look, but how they function and endure. ...