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HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE 2025

Shop From Home For Our Online Picks Article and Photography by The holidays are here, and there’s no better time to spread a little joy! Skip the lines and shop from the comfort of your home with our Online Holiday Gift Guide. Whether you’re searching for something stylish for her, practical for him, or playful for your furry friend, we’ve curated the perfect mix of gifts to make everyone’s season bright. Thoughtful, cozy, and full of holiday spirit—find everything you need in one place.   ...

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ELVES CHRISTMAS TREE FARM

Experience The Holiday Season And Cut Down Your Own Tree In Denison, Texas Article by Mike Zapata Do you love the Christmas holidays and want to establish a fun tradition for your family? Texoma residents and visitors are fortunate to have a unique opportunity in Denison at Elves Christmas Tree Farm. Cutting down your own Christmas tree to take home and decorate creates special memories for your family. Taking a tractor ride down to the tree farm, picking out your favorite tree, and cutting it...

Life + Culture

SHOP WITH A COP AND FIREFIGHTER

An Annual Denison Holiday Tradition Article by Mike Zapata Christmas is a time for joy and laughter for most families, but some families struggle to make ends meet and have money to spend on Christmas gifts for children. In the 1990’s, Fred Pilkilton and the Denison Rotary Club decided to act on that need and established a program to have local first responders help children receive Christmas gifts. A long-time Denison Rotary Club member, Fred Pilkilton, had an idea and shared it with the...

Entertainment

A FESTIVE PAIRING

Traditional Appetizers Paired With Wine From Milieu Wine Bar Photography by Courtney Mitchell The holiday season is the perfect time to indulge in delicious appetizers and the wines that complement them best. We asked owner, Sarah Pierce, and her expert team at Milieu Wine Bar in Sherman to recommend wine pairings for some tasty appetizers. The key to perfect pairings is balance, matching flavors, textures, and intensity to create harmony in every sip and bite. Cheers to a season filled with...

Entertainment

HEYDAY FUN

Fall Family Fun, Food And Drinks At HeyDay Entertainment Article by Mike Zapata Texoma families and residents searching for fun entertainment don’t have to look very far to find it. HeyDay Entertainment in Denison offers many affordable and exciting ways to spend a day with your family and friends. Whether you are looking for great food, games, or even live entertainment, you can find all this and more.    Chloe Stevenson, marketing manager at HeyDay Entertainment, was happy to share all that...

Local Services

GRATITUDE & GIVING

Partners Share Ways To Give Back This Thanksgiving Season Photography by Courtesy   Supporting charities helps fund vital programs, provides resources, and uplifts those in need. Even small contributions such as time, money, or awareness can spark meaningful change. By giving to trusted organizations, you not only support important causes but also help build stronger, more compassionate communities where everyone has the chance to thrive. Our partners share some of their favorite ways to give...

Arts + Culture

CELEBRATING LOVE

Denison Couple Make It Into The Semi-Finals In National Contest Photography by Ashlan Sailor Photography The America's Favorite Couple competition brings together sweethearts from every walk of life in a heartwarming showdown of love, laughter, and connection—all while supporting the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank and Oceana. Denison couple, Michelle and John Apodaca, shared their love story and made it all the way into the semi-finals in this national contest. We celebrate their journey...

Home + Design

COZY VIBES

Fall and Thanksgiving Seasonal Decor at Interior HomeStore Photography by Courtney Mitchell Fall décor is all about making your space feel cozy, warm, and welcoming as the weather cools down. You don’t need to go over the top, just a few little touches can completely change the vibe of a room. Start with your front door. A wreath made of leaves, wheat, or even faux pumpkins instantly says “fall is here.” Add a couple of pumpkins on the porch—mixing sizes and colors keeps it fun and fresh. ...

Education

CARDINAL PROTECTION

Ensuring The Safety Of Pottsboro Isd Students And Staff Article by Mike Zapata | Photography by Courtesy of Cardinal Protection There is no doubt that our children face a more dangerous environment than ever before.   Keeping our children safe and protected is our community’s most important goal. School districts nationwide wrestle with how to accomplish this, and small communities with their limited funds are often challenged with this issue. The Pottsboro Independent School District [PISD]...

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IN SEASON AT TWIN OAKS NURSERY

Article by Katelyn Briscoe On Twin Oaks Nursery’s 10-acre slice of paradise, owners Corey and Kayla Albrecht have been hard at work carefully curating for the fall and winter seasons. Corey says they want to create an environment that people can enjoy and explore, with opportunities for inspiration in any season, indoors or outdoors.  “A lot of times we see a lot of busy people and our nursery is set up where it's inspiring,” Corey said. “You’ll see vignettes—little setups—of what the front of...