In an earnest and heartfelt tribute to the brave men and women who have given so much to our country, through their service and afterward, I would like to express my deepest gratitude to our Veterans. The U.S. is home to an estimated 18.6 million veterans, according to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. As…
“No one should go through cancer alone.” Not once has Leana McDougal felt alone in her cancer journey. From the moment she was diagnosed with triple-negative breast cancer on Feb. 6 — the day before her 45th birthday — she’s had loving friends, family, and even strangers showing up in droves to offer support. More…
In the heart of Corinth, Barry Craft is a name that resonates with passion and artistry. A retired operatic tenor with an illustrious international career, Barry has spent over two decades enriching the local arts scene. His journey through the world of opera has not only shaped his life but also inspired countless others in…
Liberty Christian Academy is proud to announce that one of its Warriors, Samuel Aten, has been named as a National Merit Semifinalist. This prestigious honor places Samuel among less than 1% of the nation’s high school graduating seniors, giving him the opportunity to compete for Merit Scholarship awards. SAMUEL ATEN Age: 17 GPA: 4.5 Hobbies/Interests: …
Remember the days when we avoided using the word “cancer,” especially around people who suffered with the disease? For whatever mythical reasons, we believed throwing those six letters into the universe made the situation even more difficult. We certainly didn’t want to remind people they had the dreaded condition and, more than likely, wouldn’t be…
When You Feed the Least of These… It’s very possible that 99 percent (or more) of the people reading this have no idea of the complexities involved with managing and operating a large, well-provisioned food pantry that dispenses items to assist families in the preparation of nutritious, tasty, well-balanced meals over the span of a…
Friends since they were 10th graders at Denton High School in the early 1990s, Jennifer Galitz and Jen Peace were recently discussing how many gaps in information exist for women now in their late 40s. “There’s also this hesitancy to age anyway. It’s almost like as women, we’re too busy trying to find loopholes and…
1. United Way Denton County The United Way supports and amplifies the efforts of highly efficient and effective local charities, investing resources where they will have the most impact on the needs of our community. They also serve as a link between volunteers and the organizations that need them. Find numerous volunteer opportunities at UnitedWayDenton.org…
ICE! ExhibitOne of the Gaylord’s most famous holiday attractions, ICE! features incredible ice sculptures, all hand-carved from more than two million pounds of ice. Each year, the exhibit is based on a different theme — this year’s focus is Rudolf the Red-Nosed Reindeer — making it a new experience every time. Don’t forget your parka,…
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…