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Get to Know Carmen Blackwell, the New Face of North Texas News

Kimber Westphall — Mon, 22 Jul 2024 23:38:31 +0000

CBS News Texas is shaking things up. The network launched a brand new morning show earlier this July, shaped in large part by the results of an extensive viewership survey that received thousands of responses. The new concept will feature an innovative...

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Anita Ivancevic Turns Presents Into a Work of Art With Dallas Gift Wrap Creations

Kimber Westphall — Mon, 20 Nov 2023 19:39:52 +0000

When it comes to over-the-top, our city knows no bounds. Dallas Gift Wrap Creations founder Anita Ivancevic caught on to this in 2016 and began offering her present adorning services, though she had no idea what a hit it would be thanks to word of mout...

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How to Spend 48 Hours at An Opulent Escape Nestled Amidst Billionaires’ Row in Manhattan

Kimber Westphall — Fri, 17 Nov 2023 19:50:09 +0000

It’s no secret that a trip to dazzling Manhattan is a welcome retreat for most Texans any time of year. But there’s just something magical when the city undergoes a fall foliage transformation, donning its most enchanting and vibrant attire. The bustli...

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How to Spend 48 Hours in Chicago’s Historic Gold Coast Neighborhood

Kimber Westphall — Thu, 24 Aug 2023 21:00:14 +0000

Spending a few summertime days in Chicago has long been a dream of mine. It’s no secret Texans are clamoring to escape this 100-degree run that feels unending. The Windy City’s breezy nights felt like an invitation I was gracious to receive. With just ...

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Desert Bathing, Prickly Pear, and Red Rocks with REI — Inside the Four Seasons Scottsdale at Troon North

Kimber Westphall — Wed, 08 Feb 2023 20:54:05 +0000

In the midst of the Texas cold snap, I yearned for a winter retreat. Somewhere warm where restoration was the focus. Scouting out my base camp for my winter getaway, I wanted to focus on wellness, relaxation, and being outside as much as possible. In m...

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Aspen Mountain’s ‘Beach Club’ Returns for a Picture-Perfect Ski Season

Kimber Westphall — Wed, 25 Jan 2023 17:49:57 +0000

When it comes to this particular Aspen pop-up, the experience transcends beyond a fleeting moment. Although, can you really consider an entire mountaintop takeover a pop-up? On January 27, the mountainside experience, AspenX, returns in partnership wit...

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Michelle and Jason Witten on How They’ve Supported The Salvation Army for Nearly Two Decades

Kimber Westphall — Tue, 15 Nov 2022 06:00:00 +0000

As NorthPark Center embarks on its fifth year of celebrating its Ambassador program ― an idea spearheaded by Nancy A. Nasher and Kimberly Schlegel Whitman ― a spotlight shines upon Dallas’ top influencers and the nonprofits they support. Today, we’re s...

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Travel Files — The Four Seasons Resort in Jackson Hole, Wyoming

Kimber Westphall — Thu, 20 Oct 2022 20:07:55 +0000

Jackson Hole has long been on my bucket list. I opt for an alpine getaway over the beach any day. For simple proximity reasons, Colorado or New Mexico has been my go-to when I’m feeling restless in the city and need a reset, but I was pleased to discov...

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Dallas’ Best Seasonal Spa Treatments Offer a Different Way to Indulge

Kimber Westphall — Thu, 29 Sep 2022 16:18:27 +0000

This fall, treat yourself to a Dallas spa treatment or deal that highlights autumn’s star ingredient. Pumpkin is rich in vitamins A and C, and contains antioxidant properties that can help to hydrate and exfoliate the skin, offering the by-product of a...

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Inside Colorado’s Latest Boutique Offerings — Hotel Clio and The Hythe

Kimber Westphall — Wed, 15 Jun 2022 17:49:19 +0000

When visiting Colorado, I am often torn between my desire to be swept away in a blissful retreat and experiencing the latest and greatest in Denver’s vibrant city scene. So for this Colorado getaway, already eager to escape climbing Texas temperatures,...

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Texas Travel Files — The Sprawling White Elephant Resort in Nantucket

Kimber Westphall — Thu, 19 May 2022 15:28:40 +0000

In an effort to escape oppressive summer temperatures, Texans often jaunt north. And though Colorado ski country claims many from the Lone Star State, a privileged few go both north and east — all the way to Nantucket, New England. Located just 30 mile...

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Quincy Roberts On His Passion for the Arts in the Southern Dallas Community

Kimber Westphall — Wed, 04 May 2022 21:22:35 +0000

As NorthPark Center embarks on its fifth year of celebrating its Ambassador program― an idea spearheaded by Nancy A. Nasher and Kimberly Schlegel Whitman― a spotlight shines bright upon Dallas’ top influencers and the nonprofits they support. Today, we...

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The Most Over-The-Top Tea Party in Dallas — Inside Mad Hatter’s Extravagant Return

Kimber Westphall — Mon, 25 Apr 2022 23:19:47 +0000

WHAT: Mad Hatter’s Tea Party, sponsored by the Women’s Council of the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden. Funds raised assist with the development, growth, and maintenance of A Woman’s Garden at the Dallas Arboretum. The event included a champagne r...

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Scenes from the Highland Park Village Spring Shopping Stroll

Kimber Westphall — Mon, 18 Apr 2022 21:41:29 +0000

The spirit of spring burst through every space that stood still at this year’s Highland Park Village’s Annual Spring Shopping Stroll on Saturday, April 9. My best friend and I were ready to relish and splurge in one of the most anticipated shopping mom...

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Beyond Jackson Hole — 5 Under-the-Radar Wyoming Destinations That Deserve More Love

Kimber Westphall — Sat, 12 Feb 2022 02:25:24 +0000

Jackson Hole may be the most visited Wyoming hotspot by Texans by far, especially if Instagram is any indication these last two years. But there are other more hidden crown jewels in the Cowboy State that deserve a chance to reign. From eating a campfi...

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Dallas Sportscaster Babe Laufenberg on How His Charity Hits Home

Kimber Westphall — Tue, 01 Feb 2022 23:08:07 +0000

As NorthPark Center embarks on its seventh year of celebrating its Ambassador program― an idea spearheaded by Nancy A. Nasher and Kimberly Schlegel Whitman― a spotlight shines bright upon Dallas’ top influencers and the nonprofits they support. Hand-se...

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Texas Travel Files — A Luxurious New Look for Big Sky, Montana

Kimber Westphall — Tue, 25 Jan 2022 21:35:32 +0000

Big Sky Resort is appropriately named. The destination is our country’s largest ski resort, where wide-open spaces meet dramatic peaks, curating a world-class alpine experience in Montana’s Spanish Peaks mountain range. The Resort just unve...

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From Telluride to Quebec City, 13 Thrilling Winter Experiences for the Adventurous Texas Traveler

Kimber Westphall — Thu, 02 Dec 2021 17:30:56 +0000

With Thanksgiving celebrations complete, it’s time for Texans to officially usher in the winter season. Although snow may not be guaranteed in a Texas forecast, we’ve rounded up adventures sure to make winter months glisten with heaps and bounds of sno...

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Dashing Destinations to Experience a Horse-Drawn Sleigh Ride This Holiday Season

Kimber Westphall — Wed, 17 Nov 2021 23:05:04 +0000

Sleigh rides are an iconic part of the holiday season, but not incredibly attainable here in Texas. So we looked beyond the Lone Star State to find the wintery scenes of our dreams. Big Sky, Montana Located in Big Sky, Montana, dreamy Lone Moun...

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8 Elusive Hotel Speakeasies to Seek Out Across the Country

Kimber Westphall — Wed, 13 Oct 2021 22:37:43 +0000

Thankfully, the era of Prohibition is a distant memory, but the elusive nature of speakeasies lives on. Today, you’ll find some of the best libation havens concealed behind bookshelves, situated on a subterranean level, or requiring a secret pass...

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