DFW Plastics is a family company in the truest sense. Founded by Bob and Carroll McKinnon in 1978, the polymer manufacturer now rests firmly in the hands of that couple’s children. But Jim McKinnon, Vice President of Sales and Marketing, says that the company’s family ties go beyond himself and his three sibling coworkers; Tom,…

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Kristina Rogers, founder of Letters and Marques, assisted with this article. When I sat down with Dorothy Noote, I knew I was in for something unique. A former registered nurse of 45 years turned 6 Stones counselor, she brings a unique energy to every conversation. At “72 years young,” she bubbles over with inner peace…

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In 2009, we had a simple (but not easy) goal: “Build a coalition of churches, businesses, and other nonprofits to meet the needs of this community.” We’ve seen this community come together in amazing ways since then, but we want to be clear on something: you don’t have to be a big organization to be…

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As local legends go, Steve Lineweaver ranks among the most recognizable figures in our community. His decades-long tenure at Trinity High School brought the district its first (and second, and third) State Championship in football. More importantly, his time as a coach in HEB ISD impacted thousands of young men who looked to him for…

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Text by Todd Boutte, Community Garden Volunteer It was early morning in July, the air as thick and warm as it always is, and I was preparing for a busy day in the Community Garden. We had seen a projected high temperature in upper 90’s, so we were all hoping to finish our projects before the summer…

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