Arts + Culture

Rockwall County Historical Foundation

Nonprofit of the Month Sponsored by Artisan Masonry and Granite Article by Valerie Merrick | Photography by Photography Courtesy of the Rockwall County Historical Foundation Tucked inside Harry Myers Park, the Rockwall County Historical Foundation Museum offers visitors something increasingly rare: a chance to slow down and connect with the stories that shaped the place they call home. Operated by the Rockwall County Historical Foundation, the museum is a living reminder that local history is...

Arts + Culture

Artist of the Month

An Inspirational Conversation with Children’s Author Janette Wold Article by Ayesha Durrani | Photography by Andrea Carr: Andrea Elizabeth Photography WHAT INSPIRED YOU TO WRITE CHILDREN'S BOOKS? Children’s books were my first doorway into possibility. They were colorful, comforting, and full of messages that stayed with me even as I grew up. I wanted to write stories that feel the same way for today’s kids—playful, wise, and full of heart. HOW DID YOU COME UP WITH THE IDEA FOR THE...

Finance + Legal Services

A Love Letter of Care

Protecting the Ones God Has Entrusted to You Article by Wesley Davis | Photography by Adeline Merrick: Merrick Multimedia When I became a husband and, later, a father, I began to understand love in a new way. Not just the emotional side but the kind that looks ahead, prepares, and quietly protects your family long before they ever know they need protecting. Estate planning, for me, has become one of the clearest ways to live out that kind of love. It’s not dramatic or glamorous. No one...

Food + Beverage

Treats for Sweethearts

Indulge in Handcrafted Confections Article by Valerie Merrick | Photography by Adeline Merrick: Merrick Multimedia Valentine’s Day is all about romance, intention, a little indulgence--and personalized chocolate treats deliver all three in the most delightful way. This season of love, treat your sweetheart to creative, personalized candies that feel thoughtful, festive, and made just for them. From chocolate-covered strawberries to whimsical cupcakes and beautifully designed heart cakes, a...