Food + Beverage

Talley Dough, Onward Ho!

Local Breadmaker Makes It His Business To Provide Others With Naturally Leavened Goodness Article by Julie Brown Patton Gregorio, Mike Talley's sourdough starter, helps him make delicious breads for others to enjoy. Under his business, Talley Dough, he admits he simply loves to bake bread.  The name Gregorio, of Spanish, Italian and Portuguese origin, means "watchful," "alert," or "cautious." Mike, who holds a bachelor's degree in Spanish and now works in hospital finance, says he had a...

May 2025

Fitness

45th Annual Basketball Camps

Nancy Lieberman And T.J. Cline Basketball Camps Teach Life-Changing Lessons Along With The Game Article by Julie Brown Patton Youths aged 5-17   years   can secure unforgettable basketball experiences at the upcoming Nancy Lieberman and T.J. Cline Basketball Camps July 14-17 and July 28-31.  "Hoopers will develop their basketball skills while learning life-changing lessons, like leading a healthy lifestyle, making positive choices and building unshakable confidence," shares Nancy, a two-time...

May 2025

Life + Culture

4-Year Program For Moms And Sons

Young Men's Service League High School Article by Julie Brown Patton Mothers and sons serving communities together can result in profound bonds. One charitable group is filled with ideas for those diverse service options. Texas-founded during 2001, Young Men’s Service League is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit national organization. However, the local region now is blessed with multiple YMSL chapters.  Pam Rosener, founder and CEO/president of YMSL’s national board of directors, says the group...

May 2025

Home Services

Dedicated To Refreshing House Exteriors, Replacing Roofs

Texas Forever General Contracting Handles Hail Damage, Outside Home Repairs Article by Julie Brown Patton Protecting home improvement investments is essential for long-term structural integrity and property values. Identifying caring contractors to aid in that protection may be even more critical. Enter Texas Forever General Contracting, whose crews handle the spectrum of exterior repairs, including roofing, gutters, windows, exterior paint for siding repairs, new fence builds with staining...

May 2025

Arts + Culture

Capturing Timeless Moments

Allison Amores Photography: Elegance, Warmth, Passion For Storytelling Through Photography Article by Alexis Jacobs | Photography by Allison Amores For McKinney-based photographer Allison Amores, photography is more than just a profession; it’s a deeply rooted part of her life. Growing up in a family that cherished photographs, she was surrounded by images that captured the story of her childhood. She says her father, a freelance photographer, instilled in their home a strong appreciation for...

April 2025

Home Services

Transformations Via Custom Window Treatments

Gotcha Covered: Tailoring Spaces For Style, Function, Convenience Article by Alexis Jacobs | Photography by Provided by Gotcha Covered When it comes to enhancing interiors with elegant and functional window treatments, Gotcha Covered of Frisco/McKinney/Prosper and surrounding areas offers a wide array of custom solutions designed to elevate both residential and commercial spaces. The company provides a variety of products from stylish drapery and classic shutters to high-tech motorized shades...

April 2025

Life + Culture

Helping Life-Threatened Moms Make 'Faith Over Fear' Memories

Manda Strong Foundation Supporters Tailor Memory-Making Experiences To Each Family Article by Julie Brown Patton Manda Maxwell is the reason behind the Manda Strong Foundation, with the sole mission to support mothers with uncertain futures due to life-threatening cancer diagnoses.  "We come alongside Collin and Grayson county women who are fighting cancer, with minor children at home, to help make family memories that last. We founded the Manda Strong Foundation during April 2017 to...

April 2025

Life + Culture

Make Summer Glow

Stay, Golf, Shop, Dine At Omni PGA Frisco Resort & Spa, Including Mother's Day Celebrations Article by Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Provided by Omni PGA Frisco Resort & Spa Sensational summer staycations are brimming at Omni PGA Frisco Resort & Spa in Frisco from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend. Monica Smiley, CHDM, Omni PGA Frisco Resort & Spa director of marketing, says guests can experience the SUMMER OF GLOW, an enchanting mix of rejuvenating activities, kid's...

April 2025

Arts + Culture

The Girl Cave Tribe

Group Dedicated To Empowering Women Through Purpose, Collaboration And VisionDriven Success Article by Julie Brown Patton "The Girl Cave is a high-caliber, collaborative collective where bold women activate their purpose with profound success. It's more than a community or professional networking group. It's an incubator for visionaries who shape industries, culture and impact, with a potent mission to enhance selfhood, sisterhood and livelihood," asserts Krista Medlock, founder of The Girl...

April 2025

Home Services

Strengthening Communities Together

Volunteer McKinney: Connecting People With Meaningful Opportunities To Create Positive Results In Collin County Article by Alexis Jacobs Investing in one’s local community goes beyond financial contributions. It’s about dedicating time, skills and passion to create lasting impacts. Volunteer McKinney supporters have been at the forefront of this mission for 27 years, serving as Collin County’s central hub for volunteerism and nonprofit support.  Through its Volunteer Platform, Volunteer...

March 2025