Shopping

Christmas Gifts That Dazzle

Willis Fine Jewelry Sparkles as Brightly as the Season Article by Deborah Dove | Photography by TinTin Wynn Photography & Films Diamonds may be a girl's best friend.  But  when it comes to Christmas, Willis Fine Jewelry is every shopper’s best friend. Their stunning selection of fine jewelry ensures you’ll find the perfect gift for that special someone on your list, whether it’s a sparkling diamond ring, a unique timepiece, or a statement gold bracelet. At Willis Fine Jewelry, you'll discover...

Local Services

Women in Need

Nonprofit of the Month Sponsored by Artisan Masonry & Granite Article by Women in Need | Photography by Photography Courtesy of WIN Across North Texas, Women in Need (WIN) stands as a lifeline for individuals and families affected by domestic violence. Serving Hunt, Rains, and Rockwall counties, the nonprofit provides crisis intervention, emergency shelter, counseling, legal advocacy, and community education offering survivors the resources, support, and hope they need to rebuild safe...

Arts + Culture

Strings, Stories, and Southern Soul

Navy Veteran Brandon Bamburg Shares Music, Community, and Heartfelt Connection Article by Saanavi Shah | Photography by Photography Courtesy of Brandon Bamburg What first inspired you to start singing country music? “I grew up with George Strait, Alan Jackson, and those guys, and I really enjoyed their music, but I’d never really considered doing it as a career. I was always ‘gung-ho military.’ It wasn't until I saw Merle Haggard [perform live] for the first time that it had me hook, line...

Beauty

A Season to Shine, A Reason to Feel Beautiful

At Merle Norman Rockwall, Beauty Begins with a Conversation and Ends with Confidence Article by Tiffany Ditto | Photography by Adeline Merrick: Merrick Multimedia When holiday lists start to grow, there is no better gift than something personal. At Merle Norman Cosmetics in Rockwall, owner Gail Fletcher believes the perfect present begins with helping those you love look and feel their very best. With more than fifty years in the beauty industry and eight of them serving the Rockwall...