Yearly Archives: 2021


DIY – Ready To Ride

Bike Shortages Will Likely Last … Bicycling Booms During Lockdown … Bike Market Skyrockets … these are some of the headlines in bicycle news that have appeared during the COVID-19 pandemic. Those of us who have been around for a while know this is not the first time bicycling has been popular. In the […]


Tales of Texas – Founding Folklorico

Born in El Paso, Rosa Ramirez Guerrero is best known as an artist, dance historian and humanitarian. Also an educator, she taught for El Paso ISD, El Paso Community College and at The University of Texas at El Paso. Throughout her efforts, Rosa placed importance on cultural awareness. “My belief was to lift the spirit, soul […]


In the Kitchen With Gail Simko

These recipes were contributed by Gail Simko, a Weatherford resident, and originally appeared in the Weatherford  June 2016 issue. Peach Cobbler 2 cups fresh peaches 1 1/4 cups sugar (divided use) 1/2 cup butter, softened 1 cup flour 1 1/4 tsp. baking powder 1/8 tsp. salt 1 egg 1 tsp. vanilla Place peaches in […]


In the Kitchen With Kathy Dickey

These recipes were contributed by Kathy Dickey, a North Ellis County resident, and originally appeared in the North Ellis County June 2016 issue. Guacamole 1/2 onion, chopped 1 tomato, chopped 1/2 jalapeño pepper, chopped 1 handful cilantro, chopped 2 avocadoes, mashed Salt, to taste Mix first 5 ingredients thoroughly. Add salt and combine.   […]


In the Kitchen With Kim Mullins

These recipes were contributed by Kim Mullins, a Mansfield resident, and originally appeared in the Mansfield  June 2016 issue. Cream Cheese Tuna Bites 1 8-oz. pkg. cream cheese 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1/2 Tbsp. lemon juice 1 12-oz. can tuna, drained and flaked 1 3-oz. can chopped black olives 1 loaf white, thin sandwich bread Blend […]