Life + Culture

THE GIFT OF FRIENDSHIP

Scott Snellings Of Snellings Law Receives Life-Saving Gift From A Friend Article by Sharla Davenport | Photography by Courtesy of Snellings Law Randy Newman says it best in his song from Toy Story : “…There isn't anything I wouldn't do for you. We stick together and we see it through. ’Cause you’ve got a friend in me.” When Scott Snellings met Jacob Thompson during his freshman year at Baylor University, he had no idea just how true those lyrics would become. The two quickly became...

Beauty

MEET DR. MATTHIAS SOLOMON

World-Class Plastic Surgery In Frisco Article by Christine Clark | Photography by Amber Shumake and Nicole Wierick Excellence in plastic surgery is defined by more than credentials - it is shaped by artistry, precision, and an uncompromising standard of care. In Frisco, Dr. Matthias Solomon has established a practice that reflects the highest level of aesthetic medicine, blending world-class training with a deeply personalized patient experience. From his elite fellowship at the Mayo Clinic to...

Life + Culture

ROMANCE READS

Your Cozy February Escape Article by Jennifer Haveman February is the month that invites us to slow down, lean into a bit of indulgence, and celebrate stories that stir the heart. As winter lingers and days remain shorter, romance novels offer a cozy escape, wrapping readers in stories filled with connection, hope, and possibility. Whether it’s a charming small-town love story, a slow-burning friends-to-lovers arc, or a sweeping, emotional saga, romance has a unique way of meeting readers...

Life + Culture

The Dallas PULSE

North Texas’ first professional volleyball team brings energy and excitement. Article by Alexis Jacobs | Photography by Provided by Dallas Pulse A new team brings a wave of energy to a city. With The Dallas PULSE, that energy feels even stronger. It’s part of who they are—built into their name and their focus. Their mission centers on sparking genuine excitement, and that presence will become real across North Texas starting January 10. As Major League Volleyball’s newest franchise and the...

Auto + Marine

Auto Health Isn't Automatic

Fifth Gear Automotive Team Keeps Vehicles In Tip-Top Shape Article by Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Jordan Davidson Photography "The mission of our Fifth Gear Automotive team is to make every customer feel confident and cared for by delivering dealership-quality service with honesty, transparency and expert hands," asserts Kenny Boatman, Fifth Gear Automotives' outside business development team member.   Fifth Gear Automotive Repair began as a friendship between co-owners Rick Jordan...

Wellness

Compassionate Care for Every Patient

CommonGood Medical delivers whole-person care rooted in dignity and trust. Article by Alexis Jacobs | Photography by Jordan Davidson Photography CommonGood Medical, a nonprofit clinic serving uninsured adults in Collin County, began nearly a decade ago from an unexpected moment of need. What started as a local effort to help a single neighbor in medical crisis has grown into a community-driven healthcare hub providing more than 4,200 visits each year. “Our story began in 2016, when a group of...

Life + Culture

Ugly Sweaters Provide Holiday Fun

Prosper Small Business Turns Upcycled Sweaters Into Laughter, Connection, Community Holiday Spirit Article by Alexis Jacobs | Photography by Melissa Hart What started as a simple love for holiday fun turned into a thriving small business for Melissa Hart, owner of DFW Ugly Christmas Sweaters. After moving from Kansas City, Missouri, to Prosper during 2023, Melissa noticed a gap in local Christmas markets. “I realized no one was really doing ugly sweaters,” Melissa says. “Vendors had a few...

Life + Culture

Gifts Of Harvest Healing

Texas Chili Voted America's No. 1 Favorite Fall Food Article by Julie Brown Patton Fall/winter food is all about comfort and connections. Sharing a meal brings people together, and research increasingly shows that gathering around the table can give meaningful boosts to mental health. To explore this link between food and wellbeing, representatives of A Mission for Michael, a family-founded organization providing treatment for mental health, asked 3,014 self-described U.S. food lovers one...

Life + Culture

Light The World With Real Giving, Real Impacts

Texas Giving Machine Returns To McKinney, Spreads Holiday Hope Article by Sharisa Lewis | Photography by Julianne Winzenz and Sharisa Lewis Step into Historic Downtown McKinney this holiday season and discover more than twinkling lights and festive cheer: the Texas Giving Machine is back. Now through Dec. 4, families and friends can experience the joy of giving firsthand, turning simple acts of generosity into lasting impact through custom vending machines that allow donations of goods and...

Life + Culture

Frisco Teens Launch 'Wear It Forward' Inspiring Initiative

Student-Led Nonprofit Donated 6,000-Plus Clothing Items To Storehouse Community Center To Help Families In Need Article by Elizabeth Lenart | Photography by Ben Skye, The Storehouse Community Center Two Frisco residents who are Liberty High School students, Eli Kim and Amit Jennings, turned a simple idea into a powerful movement of compassion and community service. Together, they founded Wear It Forward, a student-led nonprofit that has donated more than 6,000 clothing item — valued at more...