As temperatures cool and daylight hours diminish, fall emerges as one of the most delightful seasons to experience the great outdoors in Texas. Despite the shorter days, this time of year is undeniably my favorite. Enhance Your Outdoors with Creative Lighting To make the most of your outdoor space after sunset, consider incorporating unique lighting…
Cooler temperatures, rain in the forecast, and football on the TV – it’s officially fall time in Texas. For our family, this season is one of our favorites. There’s nothing quite like enjoying dinner on the patio or kicking off your shoes in front of the outdoor fireplace to watch the game after enduring the…
As the air gets crisper and the leaves start to turn, we reached out to you for the perfect fall reads, and boy, did you come through! These 10 books are the ultimate cozy companions recommended by you, our amazing readers, to make this autumn truly magical. Anne of Green Gables by L.M. Montgomery Recommended…
Let’s face it, not all of us are made for scary movies. Then Halloween comes along. We want to get into the spirit, but we don’t want to sacrifice restful sleep to do that or be stuck with movies geared for little kids. So here’s the top Halloween Movies for us scaredy cats. Practical Magic…
Homeowners can get their furniture from anywhere. At least, that’s what we’re told. The reality is that you often have to travel pretty far from the comfort of your own community to reach the nearest big-name store. And even then, you may not find exactly what you want. If you do, you end up paying…
While common advice suggests watering infrequently but deeply, this approach may not be ideal for smaller lots, where extended watering can lead to significant runoff and water waste. Since every landscape is different, it’s crucial to test your irrigation system to ensure you’re not losing water to runoff. Check that all sprinkler heads are spraying…
An artist for as long as she can remember, Jamie Taylor has always been interested in design. Through her decade-long journey as a beloved local bartender, and later as a sandwich shop owner and furniture refinisher, her love for design stuck with her throughout. So, it is no surprise of the Carrollton resident’s success in…
As we all know, Texas summers can be scorching, and this year is no exception. The heat can take a toll on everything — from plant material and soil conditions to grass, pools, and foundations. As temperatures are staying warm, here are a few things to keep in mind for your landscape. Lawns With days…
Have a Cookout Labor Day is the third most popular day (behind Memorial Day and 4th of July) for grilling in the United States. Invite your friends and family, fire up the grill, and have fun! The menu can be as simple as hot dogs and hamburgers, or complex with smoked brisket or ribs. Take…
In times of need, Denton County continues to come together as we did for the recent tornadoes and during Winter Storm Uri. Across the county, our entities share their resources collectively to assist neighboring communities during challenging times. One recent example is during the tornadoes that crossed into Cooke and Denton counties late Saturday evening…