Not Your Typical Motivational Speakers: The Inspiring Journey of Tim and LaDonna Gatlin Johnson

Joanne Horst March 8 marked an unforgettable morning for those who had the privilege of hearing Tim and LaDonna Gatlin Johnson share their remarkable stories at the “Life-Changing Miracles” event hosted by Women Sharing Hope. This local couple captivated the audience with their resilience, faith, and unwavering determination. Tim’s journey has been marked by numerous…

Spring Is in the Air, and It’s Time for Softball!

Tom Gunther Wow, can you believe the weather we’ve been having since late February? Beautiful sunshine and warmer weather, which just promotes the popular phenomenon known as Spring Fever. We all know that at the beginning of spring, everyone looks forward to prepping their grill and priming it for a fantastic and delicious grilling experience.…

Sigma Chi Brothers

Dave Parker The March monthly meeting of the Sigma Chi Brothers was held at the Wildhorse Grill at the usual round table. Brother Mick Fox shared a blessing of the food. Topics of the monthly meeting were new restaurants, baseball, basketball, and growth of DFW. Brother Chuck Newcomer gave an update on the upcoming Derby…

Angels and Art Deco at Bass Hall, Oh My!

Celia Hall The Rockin’ Reds put on our walking shoes and had a fantastic day touring the iconic Bass Hall in Fort Worth. The beautiful art deco facility is home to the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra, Texas Ballet Theater, Fort Worth Opera, and The Cliburn. In addition, Performing Arts Fort Worth presents national Broadway touring…

Word of the Month: Trochus

David Zapatka While cruising around Australia on the way to Thursday Island, I read this description about the port city. “The mixed population of Malays, Chinese, Japanese, and Melanesians are engaged mainly in pearling and trochus and sea cucumber fishing.” Trochus—tro·​chus noun: 1.a. Capitalized. a genus of chiefly Old World tropical marine gastropods (family Trochidae)…