Finance + Legal Services

Embracing Franchise Opportunities

Roxanne Rapske Helps Entrepreneurs Unlock Successful Franchise Ownerships Article by Alexis Jacobs Ever wondered what it would be like to go into business for yourself, yet find yourself unsure of how to begin? Roxanne Rapske, a seasoned franchise specialist at FranNet, draws upon her two decades of experience in Corporate America, and her firsthand knowledge of launching a successful business to assist individuals in identifying the ideal business opportunity that optimizes their chances of...

March 2024

Arts + Culture

Frisco's Investments In Education

City Celebrates 122nd Birthday And Achievements Of Thoughtfully Built School District Article by Julie Brown Patton U.S. founding father Benjamin Franklin stated: “an investment in education gives the best returns.” Frisco pioneers must have gotten that memo.  Think back to 1903 when the Frisco Independent School District was founded. At that time, various activities and notable attention was being invested into the area's burgeoning agricultural and train-inspired community. During the same...

March 2024

Home + Design

Homes: Financial Assets

Tonya Dangerfield Home Team Explains Homebuying Can Be One Of Best Long-Term Investments Article by Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Lucy Thornton While housing markets do cycle, home values tend to increase over the long-term, making them  prudent investments, especially if a financial windfall can be gained when selling.  On average, most homes within Collin County appreciate or gain value at a rate of 3.5% to 4% per year, which makes real estate investing a good way to increase net...

March 2024

Arts + Culture

Invest In Humanity

Create Do-It-Yourself Kindness Rocks With Inspiring Messages Along All Paths Of Life Article by Julie Brown Patton Kindness ROCKS, both literally and figuratively, for people in-the-know. 'Keep or hide; you decide!' is the approach of a volunteer program geared to spread kindness to strangers. Rock painting is a fun outlet and satisfying form of self-care, as well as a way to launch kindness into the world. What should associated rocks convey? "The perfect message to paint is the message you...

March 2024

Home Services

Daystar Landscapes Celebrates 40 Years

Four Decades Of Creative Outdoor Living Spaces And Community Support Article by Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Lucy Thornton Beautiful outdoor transformations: Since 1984, Daystar Landscapes, Inc., professionals have provided landscape design and installations throughout North Texas. The Prosper-headquartered team specializes in landscape design and installation services for new homes, multifamily developments, residential renovation, commercial landscape design and commercial grounds...

February 2024

Real Estate

INTRODUCING 1876 COUNTRY CLUB

Luxury Meets Leisure On The Golf Course In Legacy Hills Article by Sharla Davenport | Photography by Courtesy of Centurion American Development Group Luxury generally refers to experiences or lifestyles that are considered high-quality, elegant, and often associated with comfort, refinement, and class. Nothing aligns better with this definition than Celina’s very own 1876 Country Club, located in the heart of the Legacy Hills development.  While North Texas has no shortage of places to play...

February 2024

Home + Design

Expert Home Elevations

'Custom Handymen' Crafts Comfort, Transforms Spaces One Detail At A Time Article by Alexis Jacobs Whether a new homeowner or someone who's been residing in the same house for years, the need for repairs, upgrades and maintenance is an ongoing reality. As that ever-growing honey-do list becomes overwhelming, sometimes the best solution is to entrust those tasks to a professional. William Thomas, owner of Custom Handymen, is eager to offer and apply his exceptional skills in handling various...

February 2024

Home + Design

Adoring Outdoor Areas

MCM Licensed Contractor Improves Families Lives Through Outside Living Spaces Article by Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Provided by MCM Enabling homeowners to enjoy more precious moments with their families and friends in unique, luxurious outdoor spaces is the every day mission of the McKinley Construction Management team. MCM founder Cody McKinley says he and his team have been creating stunning outdoor spaces with turnkey services for homeowners for the past five years throughout...

February 2024

Arts + Culture

5 Peachy-Keen Décor Ideas

Peach Fuzz: How To Incorporate Pantone's Color Of Year 2024 Article by Julie Brown Patton For 2024, "Peach Fuzz" marks the 25th anniversary of Pantone's Color of the Year program. Pantone 13-1023 is a light, delicate shade that hovers between pink and orange. This soft, heartfelt hue expresses the desire to nurture kindness, compassion and connection, all while fostering a deep coziness while seeking a peaceful future. Here are five quick ways to incorporate and accentuate this color...

February 2024

Wellness

Adding Miracle Love

Dorette Noorhasan, M.D., (CCRM Dallas-Fort Worth) Builds Families One Baby At A Time Article by Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Lucy Thornton "I have the best job in the world," declares one Frisco-headquartered reproductive endocrinologist. "It's amazing to see people grow their families, and wonderful to be able to help them." Dorette Noorhasan, M.D., is board-certified in reproductive endocrinology and infertility, and serves as CCRM Fertility Dallas-Fort Worth’s medical director and...

January 2024