Life + Culture

LETTER TO MY YOUNGER SELF

Article and Photography by Writing a letter to your younger self is a great exercise in reflection and self-compassion. It can be a way to offer advice, share memories, or simply express kindness. For our Gentlemen's issue, we asked two successful local men in business to share wisdom with their younger selves.   Dear Younger Me, I know you’re fired up. You’ve got a vision, a plan, and enough drive to chase down every goal you set. That determination will take you far—but I need you to hear...

Food + Beverage

CIGAR LOUNGES

Unwind With A Premium Cigar And A Finely Paired Drink Article by Roger Ireland In an era dominated by wellness trends, fitness tracking, and non-alcoholic spirits, the resurgence of cigar bars may seem like a surprising cultural twist. Yet cigar bars are experiencing a notable renaissance across urban centers and upscale communities. Once the haunt of old-school gentlemen and smoky backroom deals, these lounges are reimagined as stylish social spaces where aficionados and newcomers alike can...

Home Services

DIVE IN THIS SUMMER

With Weisz Selection Outdoor Living Specialists, Spaces Crafted With Passion And Precision Article by Katelyn Briscoe | Photography by Courtesy of Weisz Selection As North Texas prepares a warm welcome for summer this month, the excitement for longer days and time spent outdoors sets in. While many are just now turning their attention to their patios and lawns, Heather and Jason Weisz of Weisz Selection have already been busy, pouring their energy into turning ordinary backyards into...

Sports + Recreation

ADVENTURES ON THE WATER

The Great Outdoors Are Waiting For You This Summer Article by Sharla Davenport Summer is the season to break free from routine and dive into the thrill of outdoor activities. With longer days and warmer weather, there is no better time to be outside. Living in Texas provides many opportunities to experience fun in the sun and water.  From over 7,000 lakes and 350 miles of coastal shoreline, there are many ways to embrace summer. When you think of being out on the water, whether it is on a...

Arts + Culture

HOT SUMMER NIGHTS

Free Weekly Concerts This Summer In Sherman! Photography by Courtesty of City of Sherman JUNE 5 - EVERCLEAR  Support Act:  AC/TC   JUNE 12 - PAM TILLIS Support Act: Shawn Fussell Band   JUNE 19 - ALL-4-ONE Support Act: Freddy Bozas   JUNE 26 - ELI YOUNG BAND Support Act: Greg Guymon   JULY 3 - STONE TEMPLE PILOTS LIGHTS ON THE LAKE - Sponsored by Simmons Bank   Free Family-Friendly Concerts  Thursdays, 7PM, at 405 N. Rusk, Sherman, Texas Official After Party at The...

Style + Beauty

RAY'S MERCANTILE

Specializing In Texas Chic And Western-Inspired Clothing, Accessories, And Gifts Article by Mike Zapata The Texoma area is blessed with unique boutiques and other retail stores. Inside the Katy Depot in Denison, you can find a one-of-a-kind shopping experience, Ray’s Mercantile, owned by Texoma entrepreneur, Lucas Ridley. Lucas tells us, “Ray was my grandfather's name and my middle name. It was a way to honor my grandfather when naming the store. I wanted a name that captured a little bit of...

Arts + Culture

MEET MELIDA

A Texoma Treasure Article by Sharla Davenport | Photography by Courtney Mitchell & Courtesy Famed songwriter Dolly Parton once said, “If your actions create a legacy that inspires others to dream more, learn more, do more, and become more, then, you are an excellent leader.” Melida Ailshire, over the years as a businesswoman, devoted mother, loving wife, and community volunteer, has created a legacy as one of Texoma’s most valued treasures.  Melida Ailshire was born in Granada, Nicaragua...

Life + Culture

STARFISH BENEFIT

Child & Family Guidance Center of Texoma Hosts Annual Benefit Photography by Courtesy of Child & Family Guidance Center of Texoma   On Saturday, May 3rd, the Child & Family Guidance Center of Texoma will host the 14th Annual Starfish Benefit. This magical event will help provide critical mental healthcare and resources to over 3,000 impoverished children and families, empowering them to overcome challenges and thrive.  With the Presenting Sponsor, Utter Family of Dealerships, they are...

Arts + Culture

SHERMAN SHOWDOWN

Food Truck Competition In Downtown Sherman, Texas Article and Photography by The Sherman Showdown hosted by Downtown Sherman Now is an upcoming food truck competition set to take place on Saturday, May 3, 2025, in the historic downtown square of Sherman, Texas. This inaugural event promises a day filled with culinary delights, live music, and family-friendly activities, aiming to establish itself as a premier attraction in Grayson County. Regional food trucks will compete, each showcasing...

Life + Culture

WOMEN ON THE WATER

With Freedom Boat Club At Lake Texoma Article by Roger Ireland | Photography by Courtesy of Freedom Boat Club Texoma Few things evoke such potent and fond memories as family fun on the water. Kids in the water trying to survive with Dad driving the boat on those hot summer days. More and more, these same memories are being made with Mom driving the boat. According to Sue Wallace, owner of Freedom Boat Club, nearly 34% of their members are women boaters. “While women have traditionally been...