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Welcome to Live Local Magazines, your gateway to discovering the best local community news! Embrace the unique charm, hidden gems, and vibrant events surrounding us. With us, connect with the heart and soul of your neighborhood. Dive into captivating stories and valuable insights that enrich your local experience. Uncover the magic of your community, one page at a time.
Live Life Local.
Welcome to Live Local Magazines, your gateway to discovering the best local community news! Embrace the unique charm, hidden gems, and vibrant events surrounding us. With us, connect with the heart and soul of your neighborhood. Dive into captivating stories and valuable insights that enrich your local experience. Uncover the magic of your community, one page at a time.
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Business
Furst Ranch Shapes the Future
As the former Chairman of the Board for the Flower Mound Chamber of Commerce, I’ve witnessed firsthand the transformation and growth of our beautiful community. But nothing quite compares to…
For the Sixth Year In A Row, GDS Wealth Management Hosts A Fun-Filled Client Event
The Texas weather was a perfect 80 degrees, allowing GDS Wealth Management clients to spend time outside watching the sunset while enjoying numerous fun activities available at GDS’s sixth annual…
All American Towing: ReInventing the Standard
Imagine your vehicle breaks down in the middle of the night on a lonely road somewhere in Denton County. You are all alone and don’t want to wait hours for…
Local
Planning for Future Transportation
In Precinct 4, we continue to work closely with our communities and Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) officials to ensure our region is keeping up with the tremendous growth while continuing to maintain our county roads. As you drive along our major thoroughfares, you see the new housing developments, retail businesses, and companies expanding their…
Furst Ranch Shapes the Future
As the former Chairman of the Board for the Flower Mound Chamber of Commerce, I’ve witnessed firsthand the transformation and growth of our beautiful community. But nothing quite compares to the promise and potential of Furst Ranch, a project I had the pleasure of discussing with the visionary behind it all, Jack Furst, when he…
All American Towing: ReInventing the Standard
Imagine your vehicle breaks down in the middle of the night on a lonely road somewhere in Denton County. You are all alone and don’t want to wait hours for help to arrive. That’s when it’s time to call All American Towing and Recovery. The Justin-based company will quickly respond to get your vehicle where…
Food & Drink
Embrace the Awesome
What if you could dine in the perfect blend of inviting surroundings, friends and neighbors at every turn, family-focused events, on delicious, soul-satisfying food? Those would be some awesome times for certain. Cue Highland Village icon, Awesome Times! With a non-traditional name inspired by owner Tamara Lisby’s lifelong best friend, and a non-traditional zest for…
Recipe: Potatoes Fondant (Melting Potatoes)
Potatoes Fondant are called “melting potatoes” because they do just that — they melt in your mouth. If you can’t find duck fat, then go with bacon grease or just plain vegetable oil. You’ll still have stunning potatoes. The perfect side dish for your Easter feast. Prep Time: 15 minutesCook Time: 55 minutesTotal Time: 70…
Guinness Ground Beef Pot Pie
Prep Time: 20 minutesCook Time: 70 minutesTotal Time: 90 minutes Servings: 6 Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this scrumptious pot pie, featuring savory ground beef, hearty vegetables, and a rich, flavorful gravy, guaranteed to warm your soul with every bite. EQUIPMENT INGREDIENTS INSTRUCTIONS
Wellness
Online Resources for Denton County Residents
Last November, we launched FindHelp Denton County in collaboration with the cities of Denton and Lewisville to provide an online resource for our residents in need. In the three months since, more than 4,600 new and returning users have visited the website at findhelp.dentoncounty.gov to look for assistance with housing, food, transportation, health, and other…
Doing All The Things to Make Women Feel Beautiful
Visiting a local med spa these days has become as common as booking a dentist appointment, so much so that many Denton County residents feel both services play equal roles when it comes to improving their overall well-being. That said, many med spas feature serene, dimly-lit waiting rooms with gurgling fountains, bubbling fish tanks, and…
All About Earth Day
“We must recognize that we’re all part of a web of life around the world.” Senator Gaylord Nelson Earth Day, April 22, is commonly known as a day when people will plant trees or recycle their plastic bottles instead of throwing them in a bin. But there’s so much more history behind this beautiful day!…
Travel
Planning for Future Transportation
In Precinct 4, we continue to work closely with our communities and Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) officials to ensure our region is keeping up with the tremendous growth while…
Extremadura: Spain’s Best Kept Secret!
Experiencing Extremadura is a journey into the heart of old Spain, from the country’s finest Roman ruins to mysterious medieval cities and ancient monasteries. Extremadura is famous for its picturesque…
10 Hot Staycations to Celebrate Your Love
We get it — vacations are hard, especially when planning for a loved one. Staycations offer a convenient and memorable alternative. Here are 10 unique staycation ideas, so you can…