Arts + Culture

Bartonville’s Heartbeat 

In the heart of Bartonville, Texas, stands a place woven in time, memory and music  Article by Isabella Van Trease | Photography by Pixel Perfect Rose Sitting on the edge of the 6.2 square miles that make up the tiny town of Bartonville, lies The Bartonville Store – a 143-year-old landmark.  Originally built in 1882 by the Barton family, it served as a general store mostly for farmers. Strategically located at the crossroads bridging Denton, Grapevine and Lewisville, it provided a meeting...

Arts + Culture

Into the Open Air

A weekend guide to Broken Bow, OK Article by Mallory Newell Between the Red River basin and the Ouachita Mountains, the city of Broken Bow, Oklahoma, rests with a steady and vibrant beat. At this unique transition point between the sandstone slopes of the Ouachita Mountains and the fertile land of the Red River basin, the land of Broken Bow was originally owned by the Choctaw Nation before it was purchased by two brothers in 1911 who established a rapidly growing lumber company. Today, the...

Arts + Culture

Memorializing Maps 

Ditch the extra clothes and save suitcase room by bringing back these memorable souvenirs.  Article by Sophie Betzhold Playlist - A free and easy way to make a memorable keepsake from your travels could be to ask each new person you meet for their favorite song. Add each to a playlist and title it where you went.  Paintings - Buy a painting from a street artist at each new city you visit. Bring them home for a gorgeous photo wall that keeps track of your travels.  Photobook - Instead...

Home + Design

The Legacy of Triple A

Great service really does run in the family Article by Mallory Newell | Photography by Pixel Perfect Rose The heartbeat of Triple A is the family unit. Triple A is owned by Kevin Neff, operated by Kevin’s son and daughter-in-law, Dustin and Adrianne, as GM and CFO.  Dustin began working for his father in 8th grade, riding along with the technicians and installers on weekends and summer breaks. Eventually, he was working full-time, and in 2020, transitioned to his managerial role. Alongside...

Event Planning + Services

The Reserve

It’s more than a venue—it’s a blessing Article by Mallory Newell | Photography by Provided by Marty Bryan Marty B Ventures’ newest project in Marty’s effort to serve North Texas is The Reserve, a wedding and event venue unlike any other.  The space accommodates up to 350 guests and features a beautiful chapel, event space and stage, and on-site catering by Marty’s team. With a menu inspired by Texas, Mexico, and the South, the ambience of The Reserve is set: Southern elegance.  With a knack...

Arts + Culture

Go Tell the World

6 DFW area nonprofits that promote exploration  Article by Mallory Newell 1. Bright Light Volunteers  Offers short-term global studies to introduce students to the business, cultural, social, and political environments of the host community. 2. Globe Aware  Develops short-term volunteer programs in international environments to encourage people to immerse themselves in a unique way of giving back   3. Camp Firewalker An organization of mentors that partners with local non-profits to...

Arts + Culture

Books that Take You Away

Avoid the Crowds and Long Lines by Traveling Through Words and Pictures  Article by Amy Young Summer is the best time to take a vacation. Or is it? The airports and highways are swarming with weary travelers and the hotels and restaurants are overflowing with guests. Living out of a suitcase has become tedious and your child has complained of boredom yet again. What if you did not pack, but instead curled up in your favorite spot with a book that takes you to a whole new place? Let the...

Arts + Culture

Summertime Studies 

Four interactive and family-friendly experiences that make learning a blast Article by Sophie Betzhold School may be out of session, but that doesn’t mean learning has to stop. Though it may not be in the classroom or through a structured lesson plan, there are plenty of ways to teach children about the world during the summer and can be done by having fun. Education doesn’t have to be boring and all of us, no matter the age, could benefit from the new experiences. Pack up the car and take...

Arts + Culture

Red Dirt Rising

Musician Hayden Haddock talks holding his hat high in the Texas Country Scene  Article by Isabella Van Trease | Photography by Provided by Hayden Haddock Living in Texas, it’s difficult to escape the power and influence of country music. It’s everywhere - dripping steadily out of the speakers of restaurants, grocery stores, honkey tonks, even gas station intercoms into the subconscious of each lone star resident.  Hayden Haddock marks no exception. Growing up in Dallas-Fort Worth, and on his...

Life + Culture

Men of Influence

5 local men with a heart to help Article by Mallory Newell | Photography by Pixel Perfect Rose These local men pour themselves out for their community. Some of them are not native to Denton County, some were born and bred here. Real estate, servicemen, tragedy, sales, retirement... not all service looks the same. But what do all of them have in common? They have followed the calling God has placed in their heart. They fail, make mistakes and fall short. But aren't we lucky to have men in our...