By: Cheryl Maguire | Contributor “I want to be on the honor roll,” said the student. “That sounds like a great goal. Let’s talk about how to achieve it,” I said. When I was a guidance counselor, I helped students create and achieve their goals. Setting goals are important because…
By Cheryl Maguire | Contributor I’m a frugal germaphobe so I’m always looking for new ways to save money buying cleaning products. Since I’m also a mom to three children, there is always a spill or mess to clean. A bonus is that many of these cost saving options are…
This season, Texas watermelons are high quality and prices are lower for shoppers. So now is a great time to enjoy this refreshing, healthy fruit. An expert shares how watermelon sweetness is measured and how to spot the best one at the store or farmers market. Sweetness that is off the charts Watermelon sweetness…
The State Fair of Texas concessionaires are off to the races with an exciting new lineup of edible innovations debuting this fall. The semi-finalists for the 21st Annual Big Tex® Choice Awards, presented by Karbach Brewing Company, have been revealed—and this year’s contenders are sure to satisfy every sweet tooth, savory craving,…
Article courtesy of DART / Contributor You don’t need to leave town to have an adventure. DART helps you discover the local institutions and off-the-beaten-path destinations that give neighborhoods their flavor. Download the GoPass® app; pick a DART station — and start exploring! Here are just a handful of choices. There…
By Brad Greer, CEO, DrySee | Contributor As summer temperatures rise and humidity makes it swampy outside, families will also be looking to local waterways and swimming pools to cool off and have some fun. Summer water safety includes more than not jumping into shallow water and having an adult on…
The Kerr County Flood Relief Fund supports relief and rebuilding efforts after the flood of July 4, 2025. Kerr County, Texas, is currently in a local state of disaster, due to extreme, life-threatening flooding that occurred overnight from heavy rains that fell Thursday, July 3, and overnight into Friday, July…
By Tricia White With less than one month remaining, the State Fair of Texas is calling on all artists, crafters, and culinary creators to submit their work for the annual Creative Arts Contests. Whether you’re a detailed arts and crafts lover with a love for quilting, canning, or photography or a…
By Mercedes Korngut, Contributor, SmallBitsofHappiness.com Picture this: school is out, you’re sitting outside, the sun is warming your skin, and you’re sipping lemonade. The only thing you’re missing? A good book! Not only does reading bring us a small bit of happiness, it also holds various health benefits. With summer…