Richardson Life Magazine

By Patti Otte Remember the name Ashlee Sullivan. This talented young woman, who spent her childhood in east Richardson, has embarked on a new adventure as a freshman at UCLA. After years of rigorous training and building her elite gymnastics career at Metroplex...

Meet Shereen El-Domeiri and Nicola Hobeiche, the dynamic co-founders and co-hosts of the podcast Counsel Brew, which launched in May 2024. Dropping a new episode every two weeks, their conversations are described as the best kind of coffee date: meaningful,...

information provided by Richardson ISD. Richardson ISD (RISD) Magnet Schools offer students specialized programs focusing on interest-based pathways. These unique opportunities are designed to deeply engage students by aligning education with their specific interests....

By Deborah Dobbs, MA Stop the cycle of ambitious, often-failed New Year’s resolutions. This year, ditch the 10 goals, the extreme challenges, and the 5 a.m. wakeups. For 2026, we propose a radical resolution: just more joy, every single day. We're all too busy, too...

By the time visitors reach the front door of the Richardson Animal Shelter—whether to drop off donations, adopt a pet, or volunteer—they are greeted by an unofficial welcome committee: a playful tower of colorful animals crafted in vibrant mosaic tile. These figures...

The last name Parmerlee is synonymous with business and civic impact in Richardson, TX. The Parmerlee presence is a powerful two-person engine: Mark, the long-established business leader who built Golden Tree Restaurants into a regional force; and Michael, who has...

When we talk about Altrusa International of Richardson, we are talking about the power of women uniting with intention, compassion, and a shared desire to make our community better. Many know Altrusa as an international service organization, but here in Richardson,...

Directing Volunteer Services at Methodist Richardson Medical Center As the Director of Volunteer Services at Methodist Richardson, Amy Taylor oversees a vital team of nearly 200 active volunteers, consistently seeking dedicated individuals who wish to give back to the...

By Deborah Dobbs, M.A. The smell of my mother’s spaghetti sauce still gives me a rush of joy. Aromas, particularly natural ones such as herbs and flowers, have a powerful way of tugging at our emotions. In our fast-paced world, tapping into these natural scents can be...

Dr. Mona Alnaeemi and Neil Stampe Honored at 15th Annual Celebration By Bonnie Kudlicki On Thursday, August 28, the Richardson Real Heroes 15th Annual Awards Celebration was a sold-out success at the Eisemann Center for Performing Arts. The event honored two...