Watters Creek Animal Adoptions by Tricia White You know the old saying, “A dog is man’s best friend.” Truth be known, research shows that owning a pet can help you live longer and help prevent depression. Who doesn’t love cradling a soft, furry kitten or playing with a sweet little…
by Lisa A. Beach Two years ago, a yellow Labrador named Maddie was an abused dog left on the side of the road with her ten puppies. They were taken to Canine Soulmates, a foster group in Hurst, and four-year-old Maddie got a second chance when her handler Jane…
Michael A. Jenkins, President and Managing Director, Dallas Summer Musicals, Inc. (DSM); John R. Clutts, Chairman, The 5th Annual DSM High School Musical Theatre Awards (HSMTA) and Tracy Jordan, HSMTA Program Manager, announced the nominees for The 5th Annual High School Musical Theatre Awards on WFAA Channel 8’s Midday News…
Who checks out your social media (besides your friends)? by Lisa A. Beach This advice seems like common sense, but a lot of teens and tweens just aren’t heeding this advice when they use social media, and they are getting themselves into trouble in the process. Just ask attorney James…
The Big Designer Brings her Brand to Watters Creek by Karyn Brodsky Kendra Scott knows well that “Everything is bigger in Texas.” Once referred to as “Texas’ best kept secret,” Kendra Scott has taken the fashion world by storm with her big dreams, big heart, and big company growth. Next…
LaunchAbility is a job-placement service for underserved and overlooked adults with cognitive disabilities. The non-profit organization places men and women with Autism, Down Syndrome, stroke, or significant learning disabilities who not only desire to join the workforce, but, with guidance and training, are more than able to do so….
PGA Golf Pro Harrison Frazar Shares a Special Bond with His Brother Kevin by Karyn Brodsky Kevin Frazar was born in 1975 when his older brother Harrison was just four years old. During the delivery, the doctors knew something was wrong with Kevin, but they didn’t know exactly what. They…
Unique Partnership with Toyota and National Center for Families Learning Benefits Literacy As seen on PISD.edu A national two-generation family learning program that aims to provide a solution to the educational challenges facing low-income and ethnically diverse families was recently unveiled in Plano. The program – funded by a $175,000…
Justin Thompson, a 17-year-old senior at Trinity Christian Academy (TCA), recently became the youngest golfer to be granted the Northern Texas PGA (NTPGA) Byron Nelson Award. This award is given to someone who displays extraordinary sportsmanship, shows great respect for the game of golf and devotes tremendous effort in giving back to…