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Legacy Lives Here

Ranger Ridge reimagines Texas ranch living through community, conservation, adventure, and intentional family connection. Article by Lauren Stone | Photography by Ranger Ridge Just an hour west of Fort Worth, where the city skyline gives way to rolling hills, winding creeks and wide-open skies, Ranger Ridge is redefining what luxury ranch living can look like in Texas. Set across 3,000 acres near historic Ranger Hill, the private ranch community began with a simple idea: create a place where...

Food + Beverage

Majestic Alaskan Adventure

Intrepid traveler Park Cities Lifestyle Magazine publisher Linda Livingston is at it again, this time taking the trip of a lifetime to Alaska. Article by Dave Muscari In May, Linda Livingston and her party took a journey into “the last frontier,” the forty-ninth state of Alaska. A gift from her mother, Carol, who came along in a group that also included her husband, Mark Hanna; her brother, Jim; her sister, Kate; and their spouses. “A family affair,” says Linda. Alaska conjures rich visions of...

Wellness

Mission K9 Rescue

How Mission K9 Rescue Gives Retired Working Dogs a Second Life Article by Drew Cotner | Photography by Mission K9 Rescue Tucked away in Magnolia, Texas, surrounded by quiet countryside and open skies, retired military and working dogs are discovering something many of them have never fully experienced before: life beyond service. At the rehabilitation facility operated by Mission K9 Rescue, highly trained canines once tasked with detecting explosives, patrolling military bases, or protecting...

Sports + Recreation

The Summit Within

Explorer And Speaker Alex Harris Brings Lessons From The World’s Harshest Environments Into Everyday Life, Redefining Resilience, Leadership, And Success. Article by Lauren Stone Long before Alex Harris stood atop Everest or crossed the Arabian Desert unsupported, he was a curious child growing up in South Africa with his sights set on becoming an astronaut. The path, however, was anything but straightforward. His plan, to join the South African Air Force and eventually make his way to the...

Sports + Recreation

Dallas Stars’ Matt Duchene

The Pro Hockey Star Shares What He Loves About Living In Park Cities Article by Kelsey Kosh Professional hockey player Matt Duchene moved to Dallas in 2023, the same year he played his 1,000th NHL game. Duchene has played with teams including the Colorado Avalanche, Ottawa Senators, Nashville Predators, and Columbus Blue Jackets. He has also played in the Olympics for Canada. Last year, the Stars announced they had signed Duchene to a four-year extension contract that runs through 2029. Here...

Sports + Recreation

GAME ON, DALLAS

DFW loves its soccer, and a bold new club, backed by sports icons Abby Wambach and Brandon Aubrey, wants to raise the bar even higher. Article by Dave Muscari | Photography by James Smith No doubt about it: when it comes to soccer, North Texas is an undeniable mecca. Professional franchises like FC Dallas in Frisco and Dallas Trinity FC, based at the historic Cotton Bowl in Fair Park, powerhouse college programs, dynamic high school rivalries, elite club circuits, and even the youngest players...

Beauty

Serving Style Beyond The Court

Lady of Leisure blends tennis heritage with effortless polish for life in motion. Article by Lauren Stone In the Park Cities, days rarely follow a neatly structured schedule. A morning tennis match can easily lead to school drop-offs, errands, lunch in Snider Plaza, and evening plans in Highland Park Village. For Brooke Noffsinger, that constant motion became the inspiration behind her new brand, Lady of Leisure. “I reached a point where yoga pants and predictable tennis skirts weren’t...

Food + Beverage

Star-Studded Hollywood Glamour

New Design District restaurant Delilah combines luxury nightlife and 1920s aesthetic. Article by Kelsey Kosh | Photography by Chase Hall Photography Los Angeles-based The h.wood Group recently opened its fourth location of luxury nightlife concept Delilah in Dallas’s Design District. At 15,000 square feet, the location is the largest yet for the roaring 20s-inspired concept, which combines high-energy nightlife with touches of Hollywood glamour. It follows openings for venues in Los Angeles...

Health + Wellness

Strength, Confidence, Celebration, All Yours.

When it comes to local fitness options, SESSION Pilates stands out in a sea of sameness Article by David Muscari | Photography by Sean Berry The Park Cities has its fair share of fitness options, which, according to Brittany Grignon Hays, “means people truly value movement and community.” As the founder and owner of SESSION Pilates, she should know. In April, Hays’ company celebrated 10 years in business with a special fundraising and recognition event at the Bomb Factory in Deep Ellum. But...

Beauty

Investing in Impact

The McCauley Foundation Invitational champions strategic philanthropy in melanoma research. Article by Lauren Stone | Photography by The Unlisted Co. When Sean McCauley set out to launch The McCauley Foundation Invitational, he approached it the same way he approaches his business: with long-term vision and disciplined execution. “I wanted to make sure quality was felt from start to finish, hopefully turning this into an annual event that raises more money each year,” he said. The result? All...