Health + Wellness

A Calling to Care

Careity Foundation is Ensuring That No Cancer Patient Faces the Journey Alone Article by Jessica Crandall Lawrence | Photography by Provided For Lyn Walsh, the mission behind Careity Foundation began with an intimate family cancer diagnosis at a young age that molded the direction of her life.   The inspiration for Careity traces back to the strength of two remarkable women: Walsh’s mother and the mother of her co-founder, Beverly Branch. Both women were deeply rooted in service, always...

Life + Culture

Inspiring Community Growth

The Parker County Chamber of Commerce Celebrated 30 Years of Local Impact at the Annual Awards Gala Article by Rebekah Giddens | Photography by Shelby Rhodes Photography There are few organizations that contribute as much to the economic development and growth of communities as the local chambers of commerce. By always being pro-business, offering member services, spotlighting events, ribbon cuttings, networking meetups, and continued support for local businesses, these organizations are...

Style + Beauty

More Than a Boutique

Redefining Small-Town Fashion With Champagne, Confidence, and a Touch of Elegance Article by Jessica Crandall Lawrence | Photography by Provided On any given afternoon in Granbury, the historic square hums with tourists, girls’ trips, and locals who understand that shopping here is an experience. Tucked inside a storied building with leaded-glass windows, which was once home to a famed restaurant, Carol Behringer has created something remarkable. In just four years, she has transformed The...

Professional Services

Finding Home

How Jamie Bodiford Paired Local Roots and a Heart for Service to Become One of Weatherford’s Most Trusted Real Estate Professionals Article by Jessica Crandall Lawrence | Photography by Sara Giddens Jacobs There are careers that we pursue, and then there are callings that seem to find us. For Jamie Bodiford, real estate was unmistakably the latter. Long before she ever held a license, she was already doing the work instinctively by connecting people.   She recalls a moment in the late 1990s...

Finance + Legal Services

Digging Deep for Legacy

The Enduring Vision Behind Fossil Rock Private Wealth Article by Jessica Crandall Lawrence | Photography by Provided Long before mForce Capital | Fossil Rock Private Wealth was a name on a door in Fort Worth, it was a piece of 100 rugged acres in Aledo. Founder Larry Milton once had to jackhammer through solid rock just to build a pool on this property. While digging into the stubborn Texas limestone, he kept uncovering fossils. These preserved remnants of life from another time came to...

Education

A Place Where Hope Lives

Center of Hope Equips Parker County Families for Lasting Change Article by Jessica Crandall Lawrence | Photography by Provided On any given day at Center of Hope in Weatherford, the needs of the community are quietly and steadily unfolding. Some mornings are busier than others, but for Director of Development Courtney McKeown, the weight and the beauty of the work remain constant.   “You hurt for all the needs that you see in your community walking through the door,” she says. “But at the...

Local Services

Refresh, Renew, Reimagine

How A Parker County Irrigation & Landscape Team Transforms Yards Into Personal Outdoor Retreats Article by Rebekah Giddens | Photography by Provided After a Texas winter—however cold or mild—spring is always a welcome sight. As the famous wildflowers begin to bloom across the state, Weatherford residents may find themselves looking for ways to spruce up their yards and create their own personal outdoor sanctuaries.   “Spring is the perfect time to refresh your outdoor spaces,” says Noah Nye...

Finance + Legal Services

Peace of Mind for Generations

Meet Thomas-Walters, PLLC, a Local Estate Planning Team Helping Protect Family Legacies in Parker County and Beyond Article by Rebekah Giddens | Photography by Provided Investing is about planning a safe, secure future for you and your family. A major part of that is making plans for personal property and finances through estate planning. The experienced and knowledgeable legal experts at Thomas-Walters, PLLC, have a straightforward, uncomplicated process to guide clients through customized...

Home Services

They’re the Good Guys

Lightfoot Mechanical’s Legacy of Service in Weatherford Article by Jessica Crandall Lawrence | Photography by Douglas Wicker In the picturesque town of Weatherford, where distinction is still cultivated over time, Lightfoot Mechanical has become a trusted fixture in everyday life. Known for dependable service and long-standing relationships, the family-built company has labored for decades, proving that doing things the right way, in every home, is its priority. For more than 40 years...

Home + Design

Homes with Soul

How H+Co. Design Haus Creates Spaces That Reflect Real Life, Real People, and Real Comfort Article by Rebekah Giddens | Photography by Amber Tice A house most often feels like home when it provides comfort, helps you feel truly relaxed, and allows you to let your guard down and be yourself. Decorating your home is the perfect opportunity to create a space that is as unique and beautiful as the life you’ve built inside its walls. When H+Co. Design Haus opened in 2023, it was a passion project...