Life + Culture

Poiema Foundation

Nonprofit of the Month Sponsored by Artisan Masonry & Granite Article by Bobby Goodrich | Photography by Courtesy of the Poiema Foundation All across North Texas, a dedicated team is waging a quiet but powerful battle against one of the most hidden crimes in our communities: human trafficking. The Poiema Foundation, a local nonprofit founded in 2013, is working daily to prevent exploitation, disrupt trafficking activity, and restore survivors. What began as a response to the startling reality...

Finance + Legal Services

Your Family Wealth Quarterback

Ramirez Family Wealth Leverages a Team Approach to Execute Every Play in Your Financial Plan. Article by Deborah Dove | Photography by Adeline Merrick: Merrick Multimedia Men often feel they have to know all the answers, do all the work themselves, and never reach out for help. However, that outdated expectation no longer holds up in any area of life, and least of all in wealth management.   “In the financial world, as your wealth grows and you’re at the top of your game, often running a...

Food + Beverage

Pitmaster Picks

A Curated Roundup of Four Local Spots Bringing Serious Smoke and Standout Flavor Article by Deborah Dove In Texas, barbecue isn’t just food. It’s a well-honed craft shaped by time, fire, and the state’s cattle ranching history. And enjoying barbecue isn’t just a meal. It’s a community gathering, a tradition of sharing food around a smoker, the kitchen table, or at a local barbecue joint that has been passed down through generations. It’s a process that can’t be rushed and a culture that...

Life + Culture

Student of the Month

Meet Vincent Vento Article by Angi Burns | Photography by Provided Rockwall City Lifestyle is proud to recognize Vincent Vento as this month’s Student of the Month, a standout student whose leadership, ambition, and commitment to serving others have made a lasting impact across the community. Vincent is currently a senior at Gene Burton College & Career Academy in Rockwall.  Vincent’s journey of leadership began early. As a sophomore, he joined Royse City’s Teen Court program, helping guide...

Food + Beverage

Bros Who Brunch

A Delicious Twist on Traditional Brunch Article by Angi Burns | Photography by Joseph Rivers, Jay Sonata Photography The word “brunch” was first used in the publication Hunter's Weekly by Guy Beringer in 1895. Beringer felt tired after long, large, traditional post-church meals and suggested possibly something lighter. He wrote the article “Brunch: A Plea” in which he argued for a meal between the regular times of breakfast and lunch on Sundays that would connect people to each other. ...

Life + Culture

Men of Influence

Rockwall Business Owners Talk about Leadership, Success, and Legacy Article by Deborah Dove For our Gentleman’s Issue, Rockwall City Lifestyle sat down with eight men who are leaders in the community to talk about what it truly means to lead with purpose and integrity. Through candid reflections, they explore how they define influence, the daily habits and guiding principles that shape their decisions, the legacy they hope to leave, and the men who helped mold their character (to all the...

Home + Design

Glass Ceiling Windows

Meet the Women Behind Paragon Window Company: Dani and Emily Are Bringing Integrity, Expertise, and a Fresh Perspective to the Traditionally Male-Dominated Window Industry Article by Tiffany Ditto | Photography by Heather Caplick: Heather Lanae Photography On any given day, Emily and Dani Mitchell might be found walking through a homeowner’s living room with sample windows in hand, talking through grid patterns, glass options, and curb appeal. But the conversation rarely stays strictly about...

Style + Beauty

Beauty Roundup

Our Favorite Skincare Products for Spring (or Anytime) Article by Harley Wren and Windy Busher | Photography by Courtesy of Revive Aesthetics & Healthcare Taking care of your skin is about more than what you apply topically—it’s about supporting the body as a whole. When the body is properly nourished, rested, and supported, those benefits often appear through healthier, more radiant skin. Many women are becoming more mindful of what they put both on and in their bodies. Incorporating herbal...

Life + Culture

Rockwall City Lifestyle’s Women of Influence

Local Female Entrepreneurs Share Their Challenges and Rewards, Plus Practical Advice for Achieving Success Article by Deborah Dove | Photography by Provided What inspired you to start your business? Gail Fletcher I saw how powerful a great dining experience can be, and I wanted to create a place where people in our Rockwall community could gather, feel welcome, and make memories around the table. As a woman in the hospitality industry, I also wanted to prove that leadership, creativity...

Professional Services

Taking Our Seat at the Table

Your Work Matters. Your Voice Matters. Your Leadership Matters. You Matter. Article by Angi Burns | Photography by Ryan Bayron: Happy Box Productions There is a moment many women experience, whether they admit it out loud or not. It happens in a boardroom, at a networking event, or even in a quiet moment at home. It is the question of whether we truly belong in the spaces we have worked so hard to reach. I have felt it myself. As a publisher of four City Lifestyle luxury publications, a...