By Family Features | Contributor With hectic day-to-day schedules and varying dietary needs, many families face the dreaded daily question: “What sounds good for dinner?” In contrast, millions struggle to put food on the table each night, impacting about 1 in 8 children, according to Feeding America. You can help support…
By Family Features | Contributor Teachers are more than leaders in their classrooms, they are leaders in the communities they serve, committed to educating the leaders of tomorrow, and their value cannot be overstated. To provide an optimal learning environment that equips their students for success, teachers often go above and…
By Jonas Bordo | Contributor Congratulations! After a long search, you’ve finally found an apartment you like at a price you can afford. Your application has been accepted, and now all that’s left before you get your new key is signing the lease. Easy-peasy, right? Not so fast. Signing a…
The final countdown to three of the most coveted food titles in all of Texas begins. The State Fair of Texas shares the 19th Annual Big Tex® Choice Awards finalists. On Sunday, August 27, three winners will be crowned in the categories of: “Best Taste – Savory,” “Best Taste –…
By Family Features | Contributor Everywhere you look, you can see moments of kindness. From a friend sending a thoughtful text message to a stranger holding the bus for someone running late or a person paying for someone else’s coffee, acts of kindness happen every day. While these moments can…
By Tanni Haas, Ph.D. | Contributor August is National Wellness Month, a great occasion to consider what you can do to help prepare your kids for visits to the pediatrician. It’s no exaggeration to say that a trip to the pediatrician is rarely high on kids’ wish lists. Whether it’s their…
By Georgia Peanut Commission | Contributor When the sun is shining and you need to beat the heat, cool down with a little shade and a nutty, frozen treat. This kid-favorite is a childhood classic you can customize with favorite toppings, too. Made with the protein power of peanuts, these…
By Tricia White | Managing Editor Velvet Taco, the renowned taco chain known for its diverse and globally inspired menu, is excited to announce its newest location, opening in Allen, TX on July 17, 2023. It is Velvet Taco’s sixth new restaurant opening in Texas in 2023, proving its tremendous…
7 ways to break away from your desk and boost morale By Family Features | Contributor When the sun is shining and comfortable weather is calling you outdoors, focusing on tasks at work can become a challenge. Workdays are often long and strenuous, making that blue sky and fresh air…