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PET WANTS TEXOMA

Premium Pet Care Products For Your Premium Pets Article and Photography by Mike Zapata Jeff and Sharilynn Kagey are excited to bring their new pet business to the Texoma area. You may have seen them at local markets, as they offer premium quality pet care products to our pet families.  Sharilynn has lived in Texoma since 2012, and Jeff has lived here since 2021. When asked how they got interested in starting their new pet care business, Sharilynn was quick to reply, “We have both always loved...

Fitness

PECAN GROVE EAST PARK

Sherman's New All-Inclusive Playground Article by Christine Clark | Photography by Courtesy Since the ribbon cutting in April, Sherman's Pecan Grove East Park has enjoyed a busy summer as the region's only all-inclusive park. What sets an "all-inclusive park" like Pecan Grove East Park apart? Features like sensory domes, play panels, musical instruments, and quiet areas cater to a wide range of needs. Secure swings, accessible slides, and climbing structures with varying challenge levels...

Style + Beauty

DRESSED TO EXPRESS

Find Your Back To School Style At Honeysuckle Rose Boutique Article by Danielle Poche | Photography by Courtesy of Honeysuckle Rose Boutique Expressing your personality with a dress is all about using color, shape, and detail to tell your story without saying a word.  Love boldness? Go for bright hues, daring cuts, or dramatic prints. More laid-back or romantic? Try soft fabrics, neutral tones, denim, or delicate florals.  Your choice of silhouette can also speak volumes—structured dresses...

Life + Culture

DAISY ROO

Dog Cover Winner and Heart of Austin College Photography by Courtney Mitchell Photography and Courtesy Five years ago, a sweet lab mix named Daisy found her fur- ever home with mom Jessica and changed more lives than she could have imagined. Now, at a graceful 9 or 10, she is not only a loyal companion but an Austin College campus legend. Daisy isn’t just any dog—she’s a master of charm. With a repertoire of classic tricks like “sit,” “paw,” and the ever-impressive “other paw”, she’s always...

Entertainment

THE SHORT GAME

Sherman Resident Directs New Film Photography by Courtesy of The Short Game The Short Game  is an inspiring sports drama that follows high school senior Jeremy Avery, a talented golfer chasing a college scholarship by winning the Texas State Championship. But life off the course threatens to derail his game—his mother is recovering from cancer, and he’s forced to care for his younger autistic brother, Ethan. What begins as a frustrating obligation becomes transformative when Jeremy discovers...

Entertainment

CHARLIE WILLIE MUSIC FESTIVAL

An Unforgettable Evening Featuring Texas Country And Red Dirt Talent Article by Mike Zapata | Photography by Provided The Charlie Willie Music Festival is a musical event sponsored by the Charlie Willie Foundation, which many Texoma residents look forward to each year. For many, it is a celebration of great music where locals can enjoy some great country artists. The festival showcases a local musical artist, an opening act, and a headliner, bringing talented Texas and Red Dirt country...

Sports + Recreation

SHERMAN SENIOR CENTER

A Destination For Seniors Article and Photography by Mike Zapata As Texoma’s population ages, our seniors seek new opportunities to socialize, stay busy, and have fun. Fortunately, the Sherman Senior Center is available to help seniors meet those needs. The Sherman Senior Center offers meals, activities, opportunities to visit with friends, and volunteer opportunities.  Senior Center Coordinator, Deena Lowry, is happy to assist residents in getting started and involved. “We are growing. This...

Entertainment

MAKE SUMMER GLOW

Stay, Golf, Shop, Dine At Omni PGA Frisco Resort & Spa Article by Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Courtesy of Omni PGA Frisco Resort & Spa Sensational summer staycations are brimming at Omni PGA Frisco Resort & Spa in Frisco from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend. Monica Smiley, CHDM, Omni PGA Frisco Resort & Spa director of marketing, says guests can experience the SUMMER OF GLOW, an enchanting mix of rejuvenating activities, kids' crafts, happy hours and varied...

Sports + Recreation

TAKE ME OUT TO THE BALLGAME

Sherman Shadowcats Host Family-Friendly Baseball Games For The Crowds All Summer Article by Mike Zapata | Photography by Courtesy of Sherman Shadowcats The Sherman Shadowcats bring one of the newest opportunities for residents to experience excitement and family fun. Sherman Sports and Entertainment was started by Tim and Andrea Woodland, who bring their lifelong passion and love of baseball to the Texoma area. The Sherman Shadowcats are the newest baseball team in the area, and they invite...

Entertainment

FIREWORKS IN TEXOMA

Light Up The Sky This Fourth Of July Article by Sharla Davenport July signifies one major event– Independence Day. Although the Fourth of July has been a national holiday since 1870, the actual celebrations, including fireworks, started during the Revolutionary War in 1776. After adopting the Declaration of Independence, minor events occurred in 1776, but The History Channel notes the first official fireworks event took place a year later, marking the Declaration’s anniversary. Naval ships...