Entertainment

Women Know What Women Want

Enjoy a hand-crafted experience at Rockwall’s premier woman-run restaurant Article by Valerie Merrick | Photography by Andrea Carr: Andrea Elizabeth Photography Gail Fletcher had a simple dream of perfection, elegant surroundings, a piano bar, a place to relax, connect, and enjoy friendships. That dream turned into a much larger project, culminating in an 8,000-square-foot steak restaurant with an inside lounge and an outside casual bar at the Harbor in Rockwall. As a second-generation...

Health + Wellness

Selah Creek Maternity Home

Nonprofit of the Month Sponsored by Artisan Masonry & Granite Article by Fatima Durrani | Photography by Dallas McNeal Photography "What happens to the mamas who don’t have a tribe of people to help them? Who shows them like our families showed us?” These are the questions that led Selah Creek co-founders Ashley and Kevin Potts to create a place of healing and empowerment for young mothers facing unplanned or unsupported pregnancies. In 2015, Selah Creek Maternity Home was founded in Rockwall...

Life + Culture

Good Human of the Month

Meet Lea Lashley Article by Angi Burns | Photography by Courtesy of Lea Lashley Lea Lashley is the kind of person who truly makes a difference in her community. As a mom of two, wife to a retired Dallas police officer, and full-time professional, Lea manages to balance it all—and still finds time to give back. She’s called Rockwall County home for over 20 years, with the last seven spent in Heath, where she’s become a trusted neighbor and advocate. Lea is deeply involved in the community...

Professional Services

Celebrating Local Women Entrepreneurs

Meet the Women Behind the Businesses Making an Impact in the Community Article by Angi Burns Our Ladies Issue is a celebration of remarkable women who have not only built successful businesses but have also fostered strong, supportive networks that uplift and inspire others to achieve greatness. These women are challenging traditional norms and redefining what it truly means to be an entrepreneur in today’s world. Their stories are filled with resilience, determination, and creativity...

Professional Services

Collaboration Over Competition

The Power of Women Supporting Women Article and Photography by Angi Burns In today’s fast-paced business landscape, one thing has become abundantly clear: collaboration is key. Now more than ever, women entrepreneurs are proving that success isn't just about individual ambition—it’s about the collective strength of women who uplift, support, and inspire one another. For many, the journey to entrepreneurship is filled with challenges—whether it’s navigating a male-dominated industry, balancing...

Food + Beverage

Local Experience

Discover local gems, create memories, and embrace authentic community experiences. Article by Deborah Dove Tea at the Adolphus : Served in the Adolphus’s elegant French room, Tea at the Adolphus is a storied tradition.  Enjoy a three-course menu of tea sandwiches, scones, and pastries paired with loose leaf teas. 1321 Commerce Street, Dallas, TX DeGolyer Tea Room at the Dallas Arboretum : This three-course tea service includes a demitasse of soup, assorted tea sandwiches, sweet treats...

Finance + Legal Services

FINANCIAL EDUCATION FROM A FAMILY MAN

Ramirez Family Wealth Answers Important Questions Regarding Family Finance Article by Valerie Merrick | Photography by Adeline Merrick: Merrick Multimedia For local DFW resident Homer Ramirez, helping clients build their family wealth was rooted in his own family’s trauma. “I was not given education about money or wealth from my parents.  My mother sold out of the market at the bottom of the tech bubble in 2001, and my father failed to invest in equities in his 401k at all.” But this was just...

Local Services

Children’s Advocacy Center for Rockwall County

Nonprofit of the Month Sponsored by Artisan Masonry & Granite Article by Valerie Merrick | Photography by Adeline Merrick: Merrick Multimedia Just past downtown Rockwall is a quaint red-brick building with a blue door. From the outside, it appears to be a small space dedicated to the Children’s Advocacy Center for Rockwall County (CACRC), but once you enter, it’s clear that the space has been thoughtfully designed to help heal each person who steps inside. The CACRC serves a vital need for the...

Finance + Legal Services

Selling Your Business

A Smart Investment Strategy Article by Julie Barlow, Transworld Business Advisors | Photography by Dallas McNeal Photography For many business owners, selling their company isn’t just about moving on—it’s a strategic financial decision. A well-planned sale can provide significant returns and open the door to new investment opportunities. As a former business owner herself—three times over—Julie Barlow has been through it all: buying, building, and eventually selling. Julie has previously owned...

Arts + Culture

Beyond the Stage

The Transformative Power of Investing in the Arts Article by Angi Burns Investing in the arts is not just about supporting creativity; it's about nurturing essential life skills. For young performers, arts education provides a holistic approach to learning, and continued involvement in the arts throughout adulthood can serve as a healthy escape from the daily grind.  Theatre, music, and dance spaces provide a safe outlet for artists to develop their emotional intelligence and learn empathy...