Health + Wellness

A Healthy Smile, A Healthier You

The Connection Between Oral Health and Whole-Body Wellness Article by Travis Hager | Photography by Photography Courtesy of Southern Light Photography and Britney Tarno Photography At first glance, your mouth and your muscles might not seem connected. But as the doctors at Fisher & Zitterich Dentistry explain, what’s happening in your smile often mirrors what’s happening in your body. From energy and recovery to inflammation and immunity, oral health plays a powerful role in your overall...

Professional Services

Navigating the Complexities of Healthcare Insurance

How Seeking a Hometown Expert Can Put You at Ease Article by Fatima Durrani | Photography by Photography Courtesy of Cherie Jones Never before has navigating the healthcare market been so complex, especially with recent rumors of increasing premiums and slashes to government funding for healthcare.   Understanding insurance benefits is like speaking a new language. What’s a subsidy? What’s cost-sharing? What does a small-group broker do? Not all of us are equally primed to learn this kind of...

Arts + Culture

Beyond the Body

How Somatic Movement and Dance Movement Therapy Support Whole-Person Well-Being Article by Averly Burns | Photography by Photography Courtesy of Erin Price I didn’t just discover somatic movement in a dance studio. I found it years into performing, during a period when stress felt louder than my own thoughts. As someone who grew up expressing myself through performing, I understood movement as art, yet I had never understood movement as communication. Of course, your body is the most...

Life + Culture

Heal-Corp

Nonprofit of the Month Sponsored by Artisan Masonry and Granite Article by Danyyl Condratets | Photography by Photography Courtesy of Heal-Corp Heal-Corp, a rapidly growing nonprofit based inTexas and Florida, has built its reputation on a simple but powerful mission: to bring specialized support, compassion, and capability to communities facing crisis. What began as a small group of disaster-response volunteers has evolved into an organization known for its close collaboration with state...

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...

Entertainment

Holiday Magic, Chauffeured Comfort

Experience the Best and Most Luxurious Holiday Lights Tours Article by Lionel Carrion | Photography by Photography courtesy of Premier Elite Transport There’s something special about the moment the city begins to glow in December. Twinkling lights line the streets, neighborhoods come alive with color, and familiar places transform into something magical. Families bundle up to explore, couples head out for cozy evenings, and friends gather to share the sparkle of the season. But this year...

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...

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...

Health + Wellness

Giving Back to Heroes

Organizations That Support Veterans in North Texas Article by Valerie Merrick | Photography by Photography Courtesy of Various Organizations Veterans, the men and women who chose to defend American civil liberties, deserve our deepest gratitude and support. With more than 5,000 veterans in Rockwall County alone, according to the National Center for Veterans Analysis and Statistics, their impact on our community is significant. This roundup highlights local veteran-focused nonprofits dedicated...