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Food + Beverage
No-Cook Holidays
Go from Frazzled to Dazzled This Season Article by Fatima Durrani | Photography by Christopher Bigenho Photography The stress and strain of getting a healthy meal on the table is an all too familiar feeling for many families. But when the holidays roll around, this tension can feel amplified. Preparing for guests, cleaning the house, grocery shopping and cooking–it all piles up, and sometimes even negates the joy of the holiday experience itself. If you find yourself in this boat, overwhelmed...
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Life + Culture
Giving Back to Heroes
Organizations That Support Veterans in North Texas Article by Valerie Merrick | Photography by Photography Courtesy of Various Organizations Veterans, the men and women who chose to defend American civil liberties, deserve our deepest gratitude and support. With more than 40,000 veterans in Collin County alone, according to the National Center for Veterans Analysis and Statistics, their impact on our community is significant. This collection highlights local veteran-focused nonprofits...
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Education
Developing Leaders
The Lasting Value of MCJROTC at Allen High School Article by Angi Burns | Photography by Photography Courtesy of Allen ISD At Allen High School, the Marine Corps Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (MCJROTC) program offers students far more than a typical high school elective. It serves as a powerful foundation for leadership, character development, and future success—whether that path leads to college, military service, or a civilian career. Rooted in discipline and built around service and...
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Life + Culture
Veteran of the Month
Gary Bourgeois Protects His Community Article by Valerie Merrick | Photography by Photography Courtesy of Gary Bourgeois Every day, we walk past community members who’ve made extraordinary sacrifices for our everyday freedoms. One of them is Gary Bourgeois: a local leader, veteran, and lifelong practitioner of martial arts. Gary recently retired as a master sergeant after 23 years in the Louisiana and Texas Army National Guard. His service included a deployment to Iraq, where he served as a...
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Angi Burns
Angi Burns was born and raised in the North Dallas area. She served as a local educator for thirteen years and is highly involved in the Arts and Non-profit sectors of our community. Angi has three amazing children who have greatly benefited from the family-centric culture in Allen and surrounding areas. Angi's love of people and servant leadership has led her to her role as Publisher for Allen City Lifestyle. She feels blessed to connect members of the community and highlight local businesses and events in her publication.












