Shining the spotlight on North Texas people or places making a difference in the community

Oct 28, 2010

Quinceañera: Rite of Passage

Quinceañera: Rite of Passage

Every year thousands of teenage girls celebrate their quinceañera, a celebration of their 15th birthday.

Oct 28, 2010

Mums a Homecoming Tradition

Mums a Homecoming Tradition

Homecoming mums have become tradition in Texas, and the bigger the better. For one family it's a business that keeps the tradition alive.

Oct 28, 2010

The Art of the Custom Saddle

The Art of the Custom Saddle

M.L. Leddy's in the Fort Worth Stockyards is home of the custom-made saddle, each one is handmade from start to finish. More:'s in the Fort Worth Stockyards is home of the custom-made saddle, each one is handmade from start to finish. More:Leddys.com>M.L. Leddy's in the Fort Worth Stockyards is home of the custom-made...

Oct 28, 2010

Doctor Helps Man Who Helps Others

Doctor Helps Man Who Helps Others

A North Texas man who helps others in Nigeria was shot in the face. He's almost healed thanks to the work of a Dallas doctor dedicated to helping others. More: LeapFoundation.com

Oct 28, 2010

Blue Bell Churns Out Goodness

Blue Bell Churns Out Goodness

For more than 100 years the creamery in Brenham has been cranking out cool creamy ice cream. More: has been cranking out cool creamy ice cream. More:BlueBell.com>For more than 100 years the creamery in Brenham has been cranking out cool creamy ice

Oct 28, 2010

Chicken Fried Steak, King of Comfort Food

Chicken Fried Steak, King of Comfort Food

Chicken fried steak likely came from the Germans, but Texans have perfected the deep fried staple. More:TheCowtownDiner.com

Aug 7, 2010

Songwriter Sings For "Freedom"

Songwriter Sings For "Freedom"

Local songwriter creates a melody in memory of our fallen soldiers. More Info: Freedom Your Freedom

Jul 23, 2010

Veteran's Best Friend

Veteran's Best Friend

A Rockwall dog trainer donates her skills -- and furry friends -- to help injured veterans. More Info: Patriot Paws

Jul 23, 2010

Cleaning Service Helps Veteran Cope With Transition

Cleaning Service Helps Veteran Cope With Transition

Veteran family gets help from some volunteers' elbow grease. More Info: Cleaning for Heroes

Jul 23, 2010

Helping Veterans Go Back To School

Helping Veterans Go Back To School

Universities around DFW are finding new ways to help veterans go back to school. More Info: UNT Veteran Center | UTA's Veteran Center

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McKinney Cleaning Up Downed Branches, Trees

McKinney Cleaning Up Downed Branches, Trees

McKinney has begun to clean up damage left by Tuesday's storms.