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Dear Mrs. (Slightly) Sophisticated

photo by Matt Cornelius
Dear Mrs. Slightly Sophisticated, … I love watching my son play football, but some parents around me yell at the referees like they are auditioning for a reality show. How can I tell them to chill out without becoming the next viral video? … Sincerely, Ref-Rescue Ranger … Dear Ref-Rescue Ranger, … The shortest path to stopping that in its tracks is by simply bringing a black-and-white striped shirt for them to wear since they apparently know everything. But this will also lead to you not having friends. … That being said, children learn by example from you and your real friends.
Posted on August 4, 2024 in Life & Style READ MORE

Beyond Athletics

Aaron Harmon, Trey Hart, Luke Harmon, Joe Pearlman, Coach Josh Gibson, TJ Cole, Blake Slade, and Ben Harmon photos by Matt Cornelius
Pleasant Grove's New Facility Focus on Relationships, Growth, Discipline, and Belief … Pleasant Grove has had a lot to be proud of under the direction of head coach Josh Gibson, and many would say that the new athletic facility may just be the biggest achievement yet. It’s state-of-the-art in every way, but to Coach Gibson, the most important part is how the facility can serve the kids. “Probably one of the most important pieces is right when we walk in the door. In the foundation, there is a Bible that was placed here when they were pouring the slab.
Posted on August 4, 2024 in Life & Style READ MORE

TXK 411

Teen Slang … Feeling lost or confused trying to understand your teens? Don’t worry, you’re not alone. With unfamiliar words constantly emerging from music, the internet, apps, and celebrities, as well as regional slang, keeping up with the latest teen slang is nearly impossible. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed and lost when listening to your children or grandchildren speak, and it can get even more confusing when you read their social media posts and hashtags.
Posted on August 2, 2024 in Life & Style READ MORE

Publisher's Letter

It’s that time of year again, to set the alarm clock and get back into routines. Personally, I enjoy the structure of the school year because it keeps me on track. Don’t get me wrong, I welcome summer break by the time May rolls around, but in August, when the heat is making me feel like a roasted marshmallow, I’m ready for some structure. … Our summer was a mix of memorable moments, some medical bills, and plenty of time golfing and on the lake.
Posted on August 1, 2024 in Life & Style READ MORE

Lakeside Luxury

photos by Matt Cornelius

PROPERTY HIGHLIGHTS … Location Lake Greeson, Arkansas … Architect Joe Crews … Builder Darren Thompson with Hackleman Built … Landscaping & Pool Charlie Flanigen with Cantera General Contractors … Interior Design Jeff Brown of J Brown for the Home

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Posted on July 5, 2024 in Life & Style READ MORE

Collected Life

photo by Matt Cornelius
Confessions of a Compulsive Collector … I love walking into a minimalist house with neutral tones. It calms my mind and puts me at ease. This is the person I strive to be. Those kinds of homes look like the mom really has her act together. If I could only achieve this status. … Well, when stepping foot into MY house, one quickly realizes…THAT AIN’T ME!
Posted on July 3, 2024 in Life & Style READ MORE

The Monthly Mix

Pool Bag Must Haves … Get ready to make a splash this summer. Our local shops offer amazing selections of stylish pool bags and all the accessories you need to fill them. From vibrant towels and chic sunglasses to eco-friendly sunscreen and the latest trends, you’ll find everything you need to enjoy a perfect day by the water.
Posted on July 2, 2024 in Life & Style READ MORE

Publisher's Letter

Running a small, locally-owned business is truly a family affair. And when I say family, I am not just talking about my own family. Often that includes the families of my staff and sometimes even innocent bystanders who agree to pitch in. Our job descriptions and job titles are more like maybes, possibilities, and guidelines. This month, that translated to all hands on deck to sweep the concrete at the airport before our photoshoot. Photoshop can do wonders, but it can’t clean up all the red dirt at a construction site.
Posted on July 1, 2024 in Life & Style READ MORE

The Unexpected Route Home

There’s a famous quote by Angela N. Blount that says, “Sometimes the most scenic roads in life are the detours you didn’t mean to make.” This feels like the perfect introduction to the story behind Lisa and Mark Looney’s new house. Unlike most new homeowners, the Looneys were not looking to move at all, much less build from scratch. Instead, it all started when Lisa had a friend from Hot Springs call and say she and her husband were headed to Texarkana for the day to look at houses.
Posted on June 4, 2024 in Life & Style READ MORE

An Organically Grown Life

photo by Matt Cornelius
Biology, chemistry, math, mechanics, business, and engineering… … When considering the experts in these fields, we often overlook farmers whose grasp of each must be extensive. It is a career, or even more accurately, a lifestyle requiring a firm grip on many complex subjects, including these and others. Going to work each day, facing weather uncertainties, devouring pests, soil conditions, and the potential breakdown of complex machinery, acts as the most advanced, and sometimes severe form of continuing education.
Posted on June 4, 2024 in Life & Style READ MORE
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