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Young Professional Fashion Fit for the Perfect Pitch to the Happiest Hour Article by Roxanne Carne | Photography by Adeline Merrick: Merrick Multimedia Call it the One-Piece Rule: one of this fall's most popular fashion trends, and also the smartest way to get dressed while somehow still being the simplest. Instead of piecing together five brand-new looks from scratch, real style now hinges on a single, deliberate anchor - one bold piece, worn with confidence, everything else kept quiet around...

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Don't Tell Mama Band

Twenty Years of Music, Memories, and Bringing People Together Article and Photography by Patti Faulhaber For nearly two decades, the Don't Tell Mama Band has been proving that great music has the power to unite people. Since its founding in 2006 by husband-and-wife team Glenn and Maria Lightford, the Dallas/Fort Worth-based band has grown into one of North Texas' premier live entertainment acts, earning a loyal following through exceptional musicianship, high-energy performances, and a...

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Rockwall PAWS

Nonprofit of the Month Sponsored by Artisan Granite & Masonry Article by Molly Brodnax | Photography by Photography Courtesy of Carlos De Leon Many children learn some of life's most important lessons through their relationships with pets. Compassion, responsibility, patience, and unconditional love often begin with the wag of a tail or the purr of a cat. In Rockwall County, Rockwall PAWS helps ensure that more families, and more children, have the opportunity to experience those special bonds...

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Little Lantern Press

Nonprofit of the Month Sponsored by Artisan Granite & Masonry Article by Little Lantern Comics | Photography by Images Courtesy of Little Lantern Comics Stories That Shine in Difficult Times Little Lantern Comics was created with a simple belief: stories can bring light into dark places. Founded as a purpose-driven publishing initiative focused on children and families, the organization combines storytelling, community outreach, and charitable giving to help place comics and graphic novels...