Professional Services

Lewisville Firehouse Five

First Responders of the Month Article by Valerie Merrick | Photography by Photography Courtesy: Lewisville Fire Department A pet named Houdini required some assistance from the local fire station. No, Houdini isn’t a reincarnation of the famous escape artist…or perhaps he is. He’s a small hamster who managed to get out of his cardboard container on the way home from the pet store. Firefighters Hunter Williard, Mason Richey, Jacob Green, Conner Webb, and Jackson Knoerschild worked alongside...

Food + Beverage

A Sweet Adventure

The Touring Chocolatier offers bespoke confections and rich cacao education in every bite Article by Jessica Crandall Lawrence | Photography by Macy Alex Photography The first nibble of a fine chocolate could be described as indelible perfection. The experience begins with a delicate snap before slowly melting, revealing layers of rich cacao and a host of silky flavor. For a moment, everything else fades into the periphery as taste and smell intertwine. Charles M. Schulz, creator of “Peanuts”...

Food + Beverage

Champions of Breakfast!

Best Local Spots to Start Your Morning Off Right Article by Angi Burns Best Bagel: Starship Bagel | Lewisville Handcrafted, boiled, and baked fresh daily, Starship’s award-winning New York-style bagels pair perfectly with creative specialty schmears. 1108 W. Main St., Lewisville Best Coffee: The Perc Coffeehouse | Lewisville An Old Town favorite serving thoughtfully crafted coffee and creative lattes in a cozy neighborhood setting. 115 W. Main St., Lewisville Best Mimosa: Sip +...

Local Services

Nonprofit of the Month

The Storehouse Community Empowers Neighbors to Thrive Article by Elizabeth Lenart | Photography by Photography Courtesy of Ben Skye The Storehouse Community Center looks different to each neighbor. The Storehouse, founded in 2009, provides short-term assistance and long-term transformation to residents of Collin, Dallas, and Denton counties, and it does so in a myriad of interconnected ways. For some, The Storehouse is a source of food. For others, an opportunity to learn important skills...

Entertainment

Date Night with Character

The Bartonville Store Offers the Unforgettable Taste and Atmosphere of Authentic Texas Article by Travis Hager | Photography by Savanna Romano Tucked between Flower Mound and Denton, at a crossroads in the little town of Bartonville, sits a weathered landmark with a warm invitation painted right over the door: eat, drink, live music. The Bartonville Store delivers all three with the natural grace of a place that knows exactly what it is. For couples seeking an unforgettable date night, it...

Life + Culture

Nonprofit of the Month

Ms. Karen’s Community Closet Provides Clothing, Essentials, and Hope to Denton County Neighbors in Need Article by Janet Castle | Photography by Photography Courtesy of Janet Castle Karen Davis, a long-time entrepreneur and barber/hairstylist for over 35 years, is the founder and executive director of Ms. Karen’s Community Closet, a 501(c)3 charity based in Denton County. The journey began over 12 years ago when she started donating school supplies for students and purchasing clothes and shoes...

Shopping

Workin’ It

Young Professional Fashion Fit for the Perfect Pitch to the Happiest Hour Article by Roxanne Carne | Photography by Adeline Merrick: Merrick Multimedia Call it the One-Piece Rule: one of this fall's most popular fashion trends, and also the smartest way to get dressed while somehow still being the simplest. Instead of piecing together five brand-new looks from scratch, real style now hinges on a single, deliberate anchor - one bold piece, worn with confidence, everything else kept quiet around...

Life + Culture

Don't Tell Mama Band

Twenty Years of Music, Memories, and Bringing People Together Article and Photography by Patti Faulhaber For nearly two decades, the Don't Tell Mama Band has been proving that great music has the power to unite people. Since its founding in 2006 by husband-and-wife team Glenn and Maria Lightford, the Dallas/Fort Worth-based band has grown into one of North Texas' premier live entertainment acts, earning a loyal following through exceptional musicianship, high-energy performances, and a...

Life + Culture

First Responder of the Month

Jillian Whitis Helps Lewisville Police Department Implement the Take Me Home Program Article by Valerie Merrick | Photography by Provided Jillian Whitis, a public safety dispatcher for the Lewisville Police Department, was recently commended by the department for her work with the Take Me Home Program. Read our interview with Jillian to learn about the program and how it can help keep people safe in our community. What is the Take Me Home (TMH) Program? The TMH program provides first...

Home + Design

Game Day Is Coming!

Elevated Al Fresco Living Article by Travis Hager | Photography by Courtesy of JAMA Custom Outdoor Living September means the first cool hint of fall is finally on the horizon, and the return of Friday night lights and weekends planned around football. For many Flower Mound families, “the best seat in the house” may no longer be the big screen inside the house. With the right outdoor living space, game day becomes a full-home experience, from the first pregame plate off the grill to the final...