Passionate, excited, dedicated, and determined are just a few of the words that came to mind after my interview with Jessica Hargis. In less than a decade, Jessica became one of the top 100 realtors in all of North Texas, selling millions of dollars in...
A smile is one of the most powerful actions your body can make. Studies have proven that smiling lowers stress, boosts the immune system, and improves mood. When you smile, your brain thinks you’re happy (even if you’re not) and sends feel good chemicals throughout your...
Who knew all car washes are not created equal? You have a choice when it comes to car care, and if your vehicle is important to you, you’ll want to choose Pristine. Combining competitive pricing with the best equipment available in the industry, you will...
While Guest and Gray offers Forney and Rockwall residents the full scope of legal services they’d find at a big downtown law firm, what sets them apart is their emphasis on customer service. “From day one, our focus has been on the client experience,” says...
“We take care of your family like they’re ours.” Mirror Lake Dentistry, Implants, and Orthodontics’ Dr. Eric Francom attributes this approach to his practice’s phenomenal success. Because of this philosophy and service, the Mirror Lake family is about to grow a little bit bigger. The family-owned dental...
Dr. Melina Cozby doesn’t view dentistry as a job, but as a dream come true. A native of Forney, Texas, she loves her community and imagined serving them long before she completed her degree in dentistry. Now, as one of only two private practice dentists...
While August means back to school for area school-aged students, it marks the opening of several new classrooms for infants and preschool-aged children at Smart Start Montessori, where learning happens year-round. The school’s growth has been exponential since owner/director/teacher Catherine Mathis moved her in-home Montessori school...
Look around Dallas Christian School in Mesquite and you might be surprised to see many familiar faces. Quite a few of the staff and students are from Forney. As word gets around, we see more and more people from Forney here at Dallas Christian School,” said...
Oftentimes, the holidays mean bringing your family together. For First Baptist Academy in Dallas, their new facility off I-30 and the Loop 12/Buckner exit not only brings their family together, but also gives them the opportunity to grow and expand in so many ways. For more...
It is the spirit of the child that can determine the course of human progress and lead it perhaps even to a higher form of civilization. — Maria Montessori “Exciting” and “daunting” are words often used to describe the way parents feel as they embark upon a...
Let’s face it…going to the dentist is probably not on anyone’s top ten list of favorite things to do, however Dr. Eric Francom at Seagoville Dental has made it his mission to alleviate many of the stressors that people face when it comes to dentists...
Growing up in a sleepy, Texas town, a little girl named Melina plays at her grandparents’ farm, dreaming of one day of owning her own business. She can’t envision any place other than her hometown of Forney to plant her professional roots. Fast forward to...
Although relatively new to Forney, Reed Elam is no stranger to guiding individuals, couples and children through rough patches in their lives. As an ordained minister and a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with a master’s degree in Psychology, Reed brings over 20 years of experience...
BY WENDI CARTWRIGHT Looking for that something that will give you the edge on the competition? Thinking of beginning a new career in the dental field? The Elite Dental Assisting School in Forney is a smart place to start, arming you with the tools you’ll need...
The most anticipated real estate season in almost a decade is rapidly approaching. If you are one of those homeowners who will be taking advantage of the HOT spring and summer market then this article is a great place to start. Realtors are marketing their services...
PHOTOGRAPHY BY DON C JOHNSON For most families, your home is the largest asset you have in your portfolio. Unfortunately, most homeowners do not have a standard process for evaluating their home value. You may not be in a position to sell your home in 2015,...