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The gift of giving, present and future

North Texas Community Foundation helps individuals, families and businesses make an impact through charitable giving Article by Sally Crocker | Photography by North Texas Community Foundation The late Don and Linda Bowden, founders of The Bowden Events Center in Keller, were an entrepreneurial couple who gave back to the community in so many ways. With a desire to focus on a greater sense of meaning and purpose, the Bowdens wanted to use their success to help others. In addition to his many...

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Helping hands, hearts

Communities helping each other: Southlake students and leaders head out of state to repair homes for those in need Article by Sally Crocker | Photography by White's Chapel Methodist Church, Student Ministry Group This summer, nearly 370 people – including 250 Southlake-area high school students – traveled with the White’s Chapel Methodist Church Student Ministry on a one-week trip to repair homes for people in Little Rock, Arkansas. Not all the kids were church members; friends came along as...

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Survival and victory

Tina Marie Molinar of BYM Cleaning shares her very personal story Article by Sally Crocker | Photography by BYM Cleaning Company Tina Marie Molinar, owner of BYM Cleaning Company, understands struggle, and through her home, construction and office cleaning service, she’s made it her mission to help other women get back on their feet from devastating personal situations. A Chicago native raised in a loving, hardworking family, Tina Marie had a successful career when she moved to Texas with her...

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An elevated experience

GiGi James brings high-end fashion and consultation to Southlake Article by Sally Crocker | Photography by GiGi James Ingrid DeGuiceis has worked in the fashion business for 20 years, for exclusive retailers like Nordstrom, Neiman Marcus and women’s specialty stores. She’s served in management and as a buyer and stylist. She has close relationships with some of the most chic vendors and fashion distributors – so when these friends and associates suggested that she should open her own high-end...

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Southlake Newcomers Club celebrates 30 years

Southlake Newcomers Club embraces friendship, fun and togetherness, while helping support the local community through charitable gifts Article by Sally Crocker | Photography by Southlake Newcomers Club The gift of friendship is priceless, and that’s exactly what the Southlake Newcomers Club (SNC) has been offering to women in the community for the last 30 years. This year, SNC celebrates its “pearl anniversary.” The pearl anniversary is a symbol of unity and growth, among other positives. ...

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Giving feels good

Thankful for our own gifts, giving back to others Article by Sally Crocker | Photography by Adobe Stock Photos The holidays are a time for giving thanks, especially during November. As families gather around the Thanksgiving table to count their blessings, there are many ways you can positively touch the lives of others this season. One charitable organization being supported through the Dream Homes Showplace Community, supported by five luxury home builders in Southlake’s Carillon Parc...

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Southlake’s own MasterChef

Chef Scott McKinnon has cooked for Gordon Ramsay and creates exciting culinary experiences for others Article by Sally Crocker | Photography by Scott McKinnon, Ryan Davis and MasterChef Southlake resident Scott McKinnon built his passion for cooking at a young age. His great-grandfather owned five restaurants between Dallas and Houston from 1914-1930, and growing up, Scott spent time cooking with his grandmother, preparing the favorite family recipes that had been passed down from generation...

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Local pie shop wins national taste distinction

Grapevine's JudyPie selected by USA Today readers and editors as nation's #5 best pie shop Article by Sally Crocker | Photography by JudyPie website and Facebook When Judy Balunda was growing up in Waco, Texas, her mother lovingly nicknamed her JudyPie. Judy enjoyed pretend cooking in her play kitchen – but what she most loved was sampling her mother’s wonderful, homemade pies. Her mother’s recipes have remained as family favorites to this day, passed on to Judy and her daughter Adohree...

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October means Halloween!

When witches and goblins, monsters and creatures both friendly and scary, bring fun to your neighborhood, parties and trick-or-treating enjoyment Article by Sally Crocker | Photography by Mandy Calvin/Adobe Stock Photos/Sally Crocker BOO! It's time for all things Halloween, and this month, we take a look at some of the most popular Halloween treats, traditions, party ideas, costumes and movies for 2024. Get ready for a spook-tacular time! MOST POPULAR HALLOWEEN CANDIES According to...

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A Southlake hidden gem

The Lodge brings back the nostalgia and atmosphere of traditional barbershops Article by Sally Crocker | Photography by The Lodge Barbershop Remember when barbershops were places where men went to get away, have a good conversation and a haircut, maybe get a shave and enjoy the experience of a traditional masculine environment? Southlake has that very place – The Lodge Barbershop at 1125 Davis Blvd, Suite 400. Owner Richard Nicholas, a born Texan and avid outdoor sportsman, grew up playing...