One of the things I love about working with young performers is that they keep me on my toes. They introduce me to the latest trends, slang, and whatever TikTok dance is taking over the internet. …

Now that we are past the initial shock that comes with the loss of one hour for daylight saving time, let’s focus on the bright side — literally. Here are five of the best things about …

I used to think my dog’s wagging tail meant she was always happy. Turns out, I was wrong. One day at the park, she stood stiff as a board, tail high and flicking fast, eyes locked on a passing …

Look, I love food. I’m the person who thinks about dinner while eating lunch. But I also know that if I’m not careful, I’ll end up surviving on nothing but coffee and whatever snack …

If you’ve ever needed a reason to stop, look up, and marvel at the universe, March is handing you a really cool one. This month, the sky is putting on a total lunar eclipse (Blood Moon) March …

I’m 63, which means I’m officially “getting up there” but still young enough to roll my eyes when my kids call me “old.” I’m in that sweet spot where I can …

Ever had one of those moments where you hear a word and think, "Wait, that’s not what it used to mean"? Language is weird like that. Words evolve, pick up new meanings, and sometimes do a …

Have you ever stopped to think about the letters we use every day? I mean, really thought about them? Most of us take the alphabet for granted — it’s just there. But believe it or not, …

A few weeks ago, I found myself in a bit of a funk. Not the dramatic, world-is-ending kind of funk, just the dull, lingering kind that makes everything feel a little ... meh. My energy was low, my …

I used to think mental health was all about the big stuff — trauma, therapy, maybe meditation if I was feeling ambitious. But it turns out, the little things matter just as much. And by "little …

Granbury Theatre Academy recently attended the 23rd annual Junior Theatre Festival in Atlanta, Georgia. Group leaders Matt Beutner, Whitney Shearon and Lena Moralez took 25 GTA students ages 13-18 to …

Every year, like clockwork, I resolve to transform into the best version of myself — and every year, by Jan. 15, I’m back to eating cookies for breakfast and convincing myself that taking …

Smartphone cameras have revolutionized video capture, but achieving a professional, cinematic look often requires more than the default camera app can offer. Fortunately, the App Store is packed with …

Colors are like tiny storytellers, whispering tales of emotion and mood wherever they go. A fiery red might spark passion or courage, while a soft blue soothes like a gentle lullaby. Have you ever …

Granbury ISD is known for its exceptional teachers, but one stands out for his unique combination of talents and dedication. Meet Ryan Payne — last year’s Granbury ISD Teacher of the Year …

If you’re over a certain age, you’re sure to remember the advertising campaign for Dos Equis beer from a couple of decades ago. The ads featured actor Jonathan Goldsmith as a bearded, …

Have you ever been to a family reunion, and someone breaks out the really old photos of the grandparents or great-grandparents? Or, like me, maybe you are just going through some old photo albums …

Most readers know Agatha Christie as the mastermind behind some of the world’s most celebrated mysteries, like “Murder on the Orient Express” and “And Then There Were …

Before the delightful sound of an iPhone blaring in your ear at 6:30 a.m., people had to get a little more creative about waking up on time. Turns out, our ancestors were just as desperate to avoid …

Let’s face it: you’ve probably been telling time your whole life without ever really thinking about what A.M. or P.M. actually means. They’re just those trusty abbreviations that …