Shopping

MISTLETOE MARKET IS BACK

A Festive Weekend Of Shopping, Holiday Experiences And Giving Back Article by Lucas Ridley The Junior League of Grayson County’s Mistletoe Market returns for its second year November 19–21, 2026, at the Hilton Garden Inn Texoma Event Center in Denison. After welcoming shoppers during their inaugural market in 2025, they are excited to build on that momentum and make this year’s event an even bigger holiday weekend for our community. The weekend kicks off with VIP Night on Thursday, November...

Life + Culture

A GRATEFUL COMMUNITY

Local Chamber Leaders On The People, Places, And Moments Of Which They Are Grateful Article by Lucas Ridley | Photography by Provided Missy Weaver Pottsboro Area Chamber of Commerce I am incredibly thankful for the wonderful community of Pottsboro. What makes our community so special is the people who show up, support one another, and truly care about seeing Pottsboro thrive. I’m thankful for our local businesses, nonprofits, schools, city leaders, volunteers, and the countless people...

Life + Culture

CARE THAT GOES FURTHER

Red River ER And Hospital Is Grateful To Serve The Community With Compassion And Commitment Article by Christine Clark | Photography by Provided By Red River ER At Red River ER and Hospital, concierge-level care is central to every patient experience. Business Development Manager Taylor Poteet explains that this commitment is delivered through advanced equipment, modern facilities, and a dedication to spending more time with each patient. As a physician-owned facility and part of the Nutex...

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STRENGTH IN CONNECTION

How The Walker House Is Building A Network Of Support For Texoma Veterans Article by Mike Zapata | Photography by Provided by The Walker House Texoma is home to many veterans, including some of the most well-known military heroes, like Dwight D. Eisenhower and B. C. Thomas. Often, when these veterans come home from their service, they can go through hardships and feel like they struggle to fit in or carry memories and trauma from their military experiences. This can include getting back into...

Arts + Culture

A COLORFUL LEGACY

Día De Los Muertos Celebrates Life, Art And The Lasting Impact Of Steve Black Article and Photography by Mike Zapata Of the many events and celebrations Denison holds throughout the year, the Día de los Muertos celebration is probably one of the most well known. Each year, Denison Arts Council works closely with Denison Main Street and Discover Denison, when they sponsor, to present one of the region’s first and largest Día de los Muertos festivals, drawing thousands of local residents and out...

Food + Beverage

SWEET CREATIONS BY ERICA

Edible Works Of Art Article by Lucas Ridley | Photography by Provided In Sherman, Sweet Creations by Erica is turning cupcakes into edible works of art. Specializing in hand piped buttercream flowers, Erica creates realistic floral designs that are as beautiful to look at as they are delicious to enjoy. Each cupcake is carefully decorated by hand, with individual petals, leaves, and blooms creating arrangements that look surprisingly like fresh flowers. Customers can choose colors and...

Arts + Culture

DENISON FALL FEST RETURNS TO MAIN STREET

A Favorite Fall Tradition Brings Live Music, Food, Vendors, And Family Fun To Downtown Denison Photography by Provided by Denison Chamber Fall is back in Denison, and so is one of the city’s favorite seasonal celebrations. The 39th Annual Fall Fest, hosted by the Denison Area Chamber of Commerce, returns Saturday, October 3, bringing a full day of entertainment and activities to Downtown Denison Main Street. From 9 AM to 4 PM, visitors can enjoy live music, food, local vendors, a Kidz Zone...

Entertainment

GREG’S ROCKIN’ GOAT COFFEE

Where Great Coffee Meets Rock And Roll Article and Photography by Mike Zapata With so many new coffee shops opening throughout the Texoma area, finding something truly unique can be a challenge. But opportunities still exist. Travel to the northern edge of the Texoma area, to the small town of Kingston, Oklahoma, and you will find a shop that not only offers great coffee, but also an opportunity to peruse impressive rock and roll memorabilia and perhaps even meet genuine rock and roll royalty...

Food + Beverage

OLIVE OIL DE FINO

What Began With A Beloved Family Recipe Has Grown Into A Handcrafted Taste Of Italy Article by Sharla Davenport | Photography by Courtney Mitchell Sometimes the simplest ingredients can transform a recipe, and olive oil is a perfect example. Start with a good quality olive oil, add dried garlic, herbs, rosemary and bay leaves, and you have delicious flavor in a bottle. This is Olive Oil De Fino, created by Sherman’s own Kathleen Hagan. It was early 2002, and Kathleen was wearing many hats as...

Life + Culture

STROLL ON THE SQUARE: AROUND THE WORLD

A Global Wine Experience Is Coming To Downtown Sherman Article by Lucas Ridley | Photography by Lindsey Manley This October, downtown Sherman is going around the world, one glass at a time. Hosted by Downtown Sherman NOW, this year’s Stroll on the Square invites guests to experience an international wine tasting without ever leaving the heart of the city. The event will feature wines from Italy, France, Spain, the United States, Australia, and Romania, giving guests the opportunity to taste...