Beauty

THE BEAUTY OF STARWOOD MED SPA

Starwood Med Spa Brings Thoughtful, Medical-Grade Aesthetics To Frisco Article by Christine Clark | Photography by Lorena Balaguer - Lovelyn Photography For more than a decade, Starwood Med Spa has been a trusted name across North Texas. Twelve years ago, Sameer Jaffers and his wife, Taz, saw an opportunity to purchase a med spa at the corner of Lebanon Road and the North Texas Tollway. After quickly rebranding it as Starwood Med Spa, they have expanded to four locations in recent years...

Education

BURRESS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

Burress Injury Law in Conjunction with the Foundation Awards Student Scholarships and Supports Local Non-Profits Article by Sharla Davenport | Photography by Provided Native Texan Jason Burress grew up attending the annual Willie Nelson Fourth of July Picnics. As a young adult, he told his grandparents that once he achieved professional success, he would host a picnic of his own. There would be one key difference: it would celebrate food, family, and fun while raising funds for charity. He has...

Arts + Culture

MAHJONG, ANYONE?

The Classic Tile Game Is Bringing Communities Together Article by Danielle Poche On any given weeknight, the familiar click of tiles echoes through coffee shops, country clubs, and living rooms alike. What was once considered a quiet pastime reserved for older generations has found new life across the region, transforming into one of the most unexpected social trends in communities from Frisco to Texoma. Mahjong is having a moment, and in North Texas, that moment has turned into a movement. ...

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...

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...

Education

FRISCO EDUCATION FOUNDATION

Invests In Graduating Seniors And Empowers Innovative Educators Article by Christine Clark | Photography by Courtesy of FEF In 1999, Dr. Rick Reedy, then superintendent of Frisco Independent School District, envisioned a stronger connection between the district and the broader community by investing in graduating seniors and empowering innovative educators. Drawing inspiration from school districts across Texas, he spearheaded the creation of the Frisco Education Foundation. Since its...

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...

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. ...

Home Services

WEATHERING THE STORM

With NCS Roofing & Restoration Article by Sharla Davenport | Photography by Nicole Wierick We know the phrase “April showers bring May flowers,” but most Texans know that March through June means one thing: severe weather. During these months, Texas often experiences an intense storm season that can include damaging hail, severe thunderstorms, extreme heat, and, of course, tornadoes. Brian Dyer, owner of NCS Roofing and Restoration, understands that sudden weather changes are common in North...