THE REACH OF LOVE & CARE MINISTRIES IN THE BIG COUNTRY AND BEYOND Never underestimate the power of small beginnings. Thirty years ago, Mark Hewitt felt a nudge to serve the homeless. It was a small beginning that started with two men, 20 large cups of soup and the back of a pickup truck. Hewitt and … Continue Reading
Pecans 4 Ways
Pecans are a classic West Texas treasure, making them an excellent choice for holiday baskets, hostess gifts or thoughtful “thinking of you” … Continue Reading
Volunteers with Vision: The Heart of Christmas Carousel
Every November, as Abilene begins to glow with holiday lights and the air turns crisp, the city’s Convention Center is transformed into something … Continue Reading
Candy Cane Cake
I love Christmas! It's definitely my favorite holiday, and baking is, of course, one of my favorite traditions we do each year. My mom and I plan … Continue Reading
Shaken, Stirred and Stress-Free: The Art of Cocktail Hosting
Whether it’s a cozy dinner party or a full-blown holiday celebration, hosting is always a balancing act—being present with your guests while also … Continue Reading
Abilene Influencer: Pete Garcia
Pete Garcia loves being a part of people’s lives, no matter where they are–or at least wherever they’re listening to a radio. He is owner of La Voz 93.3 FM in Abilene and Wolf Country 107.1 FM and La Voz 1320 AM, … Continue Reading
TurtleMan’s Burger Grill
Don’t let the sign out front fool you–TurtleMan’s Burger Grill has nothing to do with turtles. It has everything to do with owner Brian Heffernan and his obsession with drawing a cartoon-like “Turtle Man” that … Continue Reading