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Artist paints mod mural in rural Collin County

March 9, 207

A Texas artist recently created some interesting roadside art for residents and drivers through Collin County. 

Houston-born Nathan Randall Green was hired by Light Farms to create the abstract mural at its 1,070-acre master-planned community in Celina, Texas.

The community, developed by Republic Property Group, already includes progressive amenities such as hiking and biking trails, a greenbelt system, a fitness center and a bike-sharing program. 

Breadmaking secrets shared by eco-friendly baker in Navarro County

The Barefoot Baker in Navarro County, led by John Mureiko, transforms humble ingredients into bread masterpieces using eco-friendly practices. His family-run business delivers organic, non-GMO bread to Dallas. Mureiko emphasizes time and temperature in baking, offering breadmaking workshops while using a wood-fired oven and sustainable methods.

Dallas' urban heat island to be focus of Texas Trees symposium

A Texas Trees Foundation study reveals Dallas' urban heat island exacerbates city temperatures by nearly 20 degrees, impacting health, economy, and infrastructure. The March 23 symposium aims to address these issues with research and solutions presented by experts, highlighting tree planting and green spaces as key strategies.