Fitness

Escape, Relax, and Recharge In Style

Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa Offers Elevated Daycations, Dining, Kids Zone, Golf, Celebrations, Events Article by Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa Whether seeking recreation or relaxation, a luxurious retreat that blends effortless style with Texas Hill Country's natural beauty awaits at Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa, all inspired by nature and rooted in meaningful connections. Tucked within 4,000 acres of rolling hills, nature preserves and scenic...

Style + Beauty

Stylin' By Smilin'

Jensen Orthodontics Arts Team Combine Art, Science And Orthodontics Expertise As Evidenced By These Patients Article by Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Doug Jensen Smiles play significant roles in shaping first impressions and making lasting impacts. Research indicates smiles are often the first factor people notice and that this stylistic expression can influence how approachable, trustworthy and confident someone is perceived to be. For those who want to enhance or maintain their smile...

Home + Design

Elevating Homes, Properties With Style

SLM General Contractors & Roofing Team Aims To Deliver Top-Notch, Personalized Services Article by Julie Brown Patton Through pristine designs, top-of-the-line materials and superior customer service, a local construction and roofing company team gives clients confidence their projects will be completed to their satisfaction — even when dealing with common challenges, such as mold remediation, different exterior surfaces, roof rot and remodeling space constraints.  Founded in 2014 by Sergio...

Home + Design

Door Styles Galore

Monte Cristo Ironworks Professionals "Go The Extra Mile" Article by Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Monte Cristo Ironworks of North Texas Since 2006, Monte Cristo Ironworks of North Texas has been a beacon of craftsmanship and design excellence, starting as a family-owned ironworks factory in 1993. This team specializes in designing, manufacturing, installing and servicing custom steel and glass doors. Offering a diverse range of styles, from traditional hand-forged old-world scrollwork to...

Style + Beauty

Stones with Soul

Kristin Hiett’s One-of-a-Kind Jewelry Pieces Are Art to Wear Article by Tiffany Ditto | Photography by Aranza Perkovich: Jamileth Photography Kristin Hiett was never without a creative outlet. She painted. She wrote poetry. She played guitar. And for decades, while building a career in the corporate world, she quietly made jewelry. After retiring, she faced the question, “What now?” Today, Hiett is the artist behind B Stoned Jewelry, a line of handmade pieces crafted from natural stones...

Life + Culture

Youths With Green Thumbs

Frisco Teenagers As Role Models Enhance Environmental Awareness, Improve Community Sustainability Article by Julie Brown Patton Teens4Green is an award-winning, student-run club whose participants strive to improve environmental sustainability by conducting team projects and promoting environmental awareness in Frisco. This group of 14- to 17-year-olds are concerned about the health and social impacts caused by non-eco-friendly practices.  Initiated by two high schoolers in 2014, Teens4Green...

Local Services

Local Dog Trainers

These Frisco Businesses Aim For Shaping Well-Rounded Canines Article by Julie Brown Patton 1. What A Great Dog! 10550 John W. Elliott Dr.; 214.297.3000;  WhatAGreatDog.com 2. All Dogs Unleashed Dog Training Frisco 6136 Frisco Square Blvd, #400; 972.573.1715; AllDogsUnleashed.com/Dog-Training-Frisco-TX 3. Tip Top K9 Dog Training 6735 Salt Cedar Way Building 1, Ste. 300; 833.484.7867; TipTopK9.com/our-locations/frisco-dog-training 4. Dog Training Elite Frisco 4747 4th Army...

Life + Culture

Local Youths Embrace Civic Activities, Collaboration

Mayor’s Youth Council Yields Positive Community Impacts For Frisco Since 2006 Article by Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Provided by City of Frisco Frisco's Mayor’s Youth Council (MYC) is a group of diverse, high-achieving and well-rounded high school students in the 11th or 12th grade who express the desire to make Frisco a better place, particularly for young people. The program's goals are to encourage students to engage with local government representatives, to perhaps consider a...

Life + Culture

It's Adopting Cats And Dogs

Advice Editorial: Tips For Integrating New, Especially Rescued, Lifelong Furry Friends Article and Photography by Julie Brown Patton When embracing a furry family member within one's home, it's vital to understand what's become known as the 3-3-3 Rule . This phased adjustment approach reflects time-tested guidelines that it can take a dog or cat 3 days to decompress from its prior circumstances, particularly if coming out of noisy, unfamiliar shelter surroundings; 3 weeks to adapt to a...

Professional Services

Grassroot Revival Of Lawns

Native-Born Texan Paul Rowan Provides Localized Solutions Through Texas Nativescapes Article by Sharla Davenport | Photography by Courtesy of Texas Nativescapes Texas is known for its historic battles, but perhaps one of the biggest conflicts for Texans is that between themselves and their lawn or garden. Trying to maintain a lush, green lawn in the dog days of summer is next to impossible with the extreme heat. Likewise, frequent droughts and unpredictable winters make lawn care a challenge. ...