After more than two decades of living a successful career in the hospitality industry, entrepreneur Terri Hammond still works hard every day with the same zeal and enthusiasm. “My first job was as a waitress in a small diner when I was 17 years old,” Terri said. “Then my first hotel job was as a…
Good news for North Texans! The 9th edition of Hops & Props Beerfest, hosted by the Fort Worth Aviation Museum, is coming April 27. The museum location on Ross Ave will have a happy crowd enjoying one of their favorite events of the year with local craft beer, live music, food, family-friendly vendors, airplane rides,…
Working as a young waitress in the city of Detroit, Terri Hammond discovered she was a people person. She loved meeting new faces, making new friends, and creating memories. After more than two decades of living a successful career in the hospitality industry, the Dallas-Fort Worth entrepreneur still works hard every day with the same…
“Our financial confidence was not good, but Catholic Charities played a big role in making sure that we were set up for success and knew how to budget.” “When we got off the plane, we were scared, but we saw a caseworker for Catholic Charities Fort Worth. He took us to our apartment, helped my…
For those looking forward to something exciting this year, here’s the good news! Navy Week is returning to the city of Fort Worth after seven years. On the second week of April, 50 to 75 Sailors from diverse backgrounds and job specialties will be here to inform, educate, and inspire the locals. Navy Week…
Studies show one in four women experiences pregnancy loss, and many end up feeling isolated and struggling to talk about it. The unfortunate stigma around miscarriage compels many women to carry burdens of shame, guilt, loneliness, and anger. Peyton Lauderdale and Carol Vantine are two of those powerful women who emerged from grief to glory,…
What started with a genuine intention to help veteran and military families is now a powerful network of more than 340 veteran-serving, community-based organizations. Years ago, three Houston-based veterans were sharing their experiences with the transition to civilian life and observing how little help was available to veterans and military families. They saw the need…
Are they really going to let us leave this hospital with this baby? From that moment on, you are instantly and irrevocably entrusted with the most extraordinary responsibility – keeping your new baby safe! Avoid the bumps and boo-boos with a little baby proofing know how. NURSERY Cuddly blankets, pillows, crib bumpers, and huggable stuffed…
Did you know a horse can help one overcome social/emotional difficulties? Horses have unique character, personality, and even a sense of humor that can improve the quality of human lives. Various studies and practices have proved that horses have incredible healing power. To add value to Dentonites’ wellness, a Haslet-based equine specialist has started providing…
Recently, Jane Lyon arrived in a babies’ classroom where a 9-month-old was crying and could not be consoled. He was in the crib as the two classroom teachers were either changing a diaper on one child or attending to the immediate need of another. They were not being neglectful but said they had tried everything,…