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SUMMER SCENTS

With Buff City Soap Celina Article by Danielle Poche Sunshine 2-Wick Candle A cheerful way to scent your day! Invite happiness into your home with this bright, bubbly blend of sparkling orange, radiant yuzu, & juicy pear. Pink Sugar Body Wash Lather up with gentle, plant-based coconut cleansers! Dermatologist tested and infused with almond oil, our Body Wash leaves your skin feeling soft and smelling wonderful! Aloe + Clover Laundry Soap Enjoy a fresh start every time you smell the...

Home Services

THE SMITH THOMPSON HOME SERVICES LEGACY

Family-Owned And Operated Since 1978 Serving Communities With Their Home Security And HVAC Needs Article by Christine Clark Summer is synonymous with "get-away season". Whether you are heading out on a two-week family vacation or just a quick weekend away, we all want the assurance that everything at home is safe. Family-owned company, Smith Thompson Home Services, has the solution to keep your home and possessions secure.  Smith Thompson Home Services is a legacy founded by Mark Thompson and...

Life + Culture

CONGRESSIONAL PATRIOT AWARDS

Congratulations To The Award Recipients! Article by Jennifer Haveman Congressman Pat Fallon (4th District) presented several Celina community members with the Congressional Patriot Award at a ceremony on April 22nd at The SIlos in Celina in recognition of their dedication in making Celina a better place for all.  Congratulations to the recipients!   Punk Carter is currently a director at large for the National Cutting Horse Association, where he previously served as an executive board...

Food + Beverage

EAT AROUND THE GLOBE

Live Local With Celina Realtor Cindy Peters Article by Katelyn Briscoe | Photography by Kristi Murry Local real estate agent Cindy Peters has called Celina home for the past 15 years. She’s watched her children grow up in the city—and the city grow up around them, too. Moving to Celina after five years in the real estate business, the expansion here has been a mecca for her profession. “I think being here in Celina, I've watched all the growth, and it's definitely helped my business...

Food + Beverage

SUMMERTHYME

All The Summer Buzz At HEYDAY Photography by Kristi Murry Ingredients: 1.5 oz. Meili Vodka .25 oz. Bigalette Thyme Liquor 1.5 oz. Raspberry Syrup 1 oz. Lemon Juice .5 oz. Grapefruit Juice 3 oz. Sprite   HEYDAY 322 W. Walnut Street on the Downtown Square Celina, TX @heyday.celina

Food + Beverage

PATRIOTIC CAKE POPS

Article and Photography by   Ingredients 1 cake box mix  3 eggs 1/3 cup of vegetable oil 1 cup of water 1 bag of white melting wafers (10 ounces)  1 tablespoon of coconut oil or shortening 1/3 of a 12-oz container of cream cheese frosting or homemade patriotic sprinkles 6 inch lollipop sticks   Instructions Make the cake according to the directions on the back of the box. Cool completely and crumble. Add the cream cheese frosting and mix well.  Use at least 1...

Travel

GREETINGS FROM CARLTON LANDING

Best-Kept Secret In Oklahoma Article by Christine Clark | Photography by Courtesy of Carlton Landing As the heat of summer rages on, most of us dream of a summer escape. You can picture it, hanging out on the veranda with a cool glass of iced tea and a soft breeze while listening to the waves of the nearby lake and the giggles of children playing carefree nearby. Whether your dream is an Airbnb near a lake or building your own dream lake house, Carlton Landing is the best-kept secret within...

Travel

VISIT TINY HOME RESORTS

Experience Simple Joys And Big Adventures At Lake Texoma Article by Roger Ireland and Nicole Cooley | Photography by Courtney Mitchell In today’s modern, wired world, finding time to connect with family, friends, and oneself is increasingly complex and challenging. Prior generations embraced the outdoors to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and experience a small slice of adventure. Time in nature has been shown to reduce anxiety and boost mental health. Studies show that camping...

Food + Beverage

WATERMELON MOONSHINE

All The Summer Buzz At HEDAY Photography by Kristi Murry Ingredients: 1.5 oz. Fresno Pepper-Infused Mi Campo Blanco .75 oz. Combier Watermelon Liquor .75 oz. Watermelon syrup 1 oz. Lime juice 2 oz. Clarified Watermelon juice       HEYDAY 322 W. Walnut St. on the Downtown Square Celina, Texas 75009 @heyday.celina

Education

BE AN ANGEL

A Nonprofit Organization Whose Mission Is To Improve The Quality Of Life For Children With Special Needs Article by Hannah Irby | Photography by Courtesy of Be An Angel "Children are a gift from the LORD; they are a reward from him.” - Psalm 27:3 NLT . Meet Be An Angel - where your village becomes their village. Over 38 years and counting… founded and created in 1986, Be An Angel is a place where special needs children, their families, and school districts can get the help and services that...