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Insightful and innovative, Local Profile is the cultural compass of Collin County. Reflecting the best of life in North Texas, Local Profile connects our growing community by engaging residents in honest, creative conversation. From cuisine to current events, Local Profile delivers compelling content to a diverse, active, influential and involved readership.

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No Such Thing As Work-Life Balance: How Marian Haidari Built A 20-Year Banking Career On Her Own Terms

By Matilda Preisendorf,

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Bank of Texas Vice President of Corporate Banking for North Dallas Marian Haidari doesn’t sugarcoat it. After 20 years in banking, building a career while raising two daughters, her advice to other working mothers is blunt. "There's no such thing as work-life balance," she says. "Just kind of learn how to prioritize your priorities and what's important to you. Just take it one day at a time." Family First, By Design Marian moved to McKinney from Caracas, Venezuela, in 1999, when her father, a pilot, took a job that brought the family to North Texas, where relatives were already settled. She went to McKinney High School, then went to college and met her husband during her first semester. They married in 2007 and have two daughters, ages 16 and 13. She has lived in McKinney for nearly 27 years. From the start, motherhood was not something she saw as competing with her career. It was simply part of the plan. "I knew when I was younger, I knew I wanted to get married and have a family and have kids," she says. That clarity shaped how she approached banking from day one, prioritizing a career that could support the family

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How to Choose a Preschool That Fits Your Child’s Personality

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Experts advise evaluating a child's social needs and learning style during preschool selection.

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For years, boiling corn on the cob meant watching a pot, timing it just right, and still ending up with kernels that were sometimes tough and sometimes mushy. Switching to a slow cooker milk bath solved that problem completely. The corn comes out tender and sweet every time, and the stove stays free for everything else on the menu.

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29 Snacks That You Should Not Eat, Even Though They Taste Great

This article was originally published on ChaChingQueen.com, a site my wife and I own. AI was used for light editing, formatting, and readability. But a human (me!) wrote and edited this.

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The 31 Hardest Parts of Getting Older, That No One Really Wants To Talk About

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Missing since 2009 from a home of chaos: 5-year-old Haleigh Ann-Marie Cummings in Satsuma, Florida

Haleigh Ann Marie Cummings has been missing from Satsuma, Florida (Putnam County), since February 10, 2009, according to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). Haleigh's photo shows age-progression to 21 years, though she would now be 22 if alive.

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Could Food Shortages Be Coming? 20 Essential Items to Stock Up On Now

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I Brought Cookie Salad To One Potluck—Now Nobody Lets Me Bring Anything Else

Creamy vanilla pudding, fluffy whipped topping, juicy mandarin oranges, sweet pineapple, and crunchy cookies come together in the kind of Midwestern classic that somehow lands between side dish and dessert. Every spoonful is cool, creamy, fruity, and packed with crisp cookie pieces that soften just enough without disappearing completely. The citrus keeps the mixture bright, the pudding makes it velvety, and those chocolate-striped cookies turn an ordinary bowl of fruit into the one dish everyone recognizes from church suppers and family reunions. It is playful, nostalgic, and exactly the kind of recipe that makes people smile before they even take the first bite.

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Egg Prices Will Change Dramatically This Year

Egg prices have already retreated sharply from last year's record highs, and a new government forecast suggests shoppers could see substantial savings throughout the rest of 2026.

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Update on Mia Bieniemy's progress after being shot by her son on Sunday in her Virginia home

Mia Bieniemy, wife of Kansas City Chiefs coach Eric Bieniemy, is out of intensive care and making progress, according to a statement released by the Kansas City Chiefs on Wednesday, July 29, 2026.

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5 Mistakes People Make When Buying Ground Beef

Learn about some of the mistakes people make when buying ground beef so that you don't repeat them yourself. 1. Buying Ground Beef Without Looking at the Fat Ratio. It is super important when you are buying any type of ground beef that you look at the fat ratio. Sure, you really could interchange any type of ground beef; however, the final results of your dish can vary a lot. If you make burgers using really lean ground beef, it is going to be hard for you to cook the burgers and have them still be juicy.

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Easy-Going 6-lb Little Dog Saved From Shelter Awaits His Happily Ever After

Argos, a 10-year-old, 6-pound senior dog rescued from a Texas shelter, is now “fully vetted and ready to find his retirement home,” according to Small Dog Rescue of New England. In its introduction of Argos, the organization emphasizes both his age and temperament, calling him “a senior guy saved from the shelter in TX” and adding that “if you are looking for an easy going guy, look no further.” The nonprofit says Argos is currently in a foster home in Texas and “doing well,” and the organization is asking the public to share his adoption post to help him find a permanent home in the Northeast.

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How smoking marijuana keeps your house clean

The author used artificial intelligence in the crafting of this report. You may have heard about people using stimulants to motivate them to clean the house. But many people find that smoking marijuana also can lead to spotless floors, shiny mirrors and clean end tables.

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Leprosy's Rising Spread in Florida: Armadillos & Soil Exposure Raise Concerns

Central Florida’s rising infections point to local transmission, armadillos, and soil exposure, pushing residents to rethink how they work and play outdoors. *This article was created, researched, and developed entirely without any use of AI.

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The One Thing I Always Check Before Buying Cherries

Learn what you always want to look for when it comes to buying cherries from the store or farmers market. Whenever I am shopping for cherries the number one thing I look for is color. This will determine whether the cherries will be sweet and flavorful or sour and bland. I want to start by talking about the bags of dark cherries that are the most commonly found cherries in grocery stores nationwide. Cherries that are sold in the stores as "dark cherries" or "red cherries", should be dark in color. They should be closer to black in color than red. Often you won't find all the cherries in the bag to be exactly the same color, but the majority of them should be dark.

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Fraternal twins in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, disappeared in 2006: Somebody or a system failed them

Inisha Fowler and Ivon Fowler have been missing from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (Allegheny County), since September 11, 2006, according to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). The date they went missing is being used because it's the last time they were seen together and reported to be alive.

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Why I Started Saving Coffee Grounds

For years, making coffee was just part of my morning routine. I'd brew a fresh pot, pour myself a cup, and dump the used coffee grounds straight into the trash without giving them a second thought.

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Missing since 1947: An 11-year-old mentally disabled boy vanished in Baltimore, Maryland

For over 79 years, the disappearance of Kenneth Warren Hager from Baltimore, Maryland, has remained a mystery. He was last seen on April 8, 1947. If alive today, he would be 91.

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I Never Could Get Tender Pork Chops, Until I Learned To Cook Them Like This

These boneless pork chops are seasoned with a simple spice blend, seared in a hot skillet, and finished with a butter and thyme baste. From start to finish, they're ready in 20 minutes, making them an easy option for a weeknight dinner.

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Before You Buy Cucumbers, Here Are 5 Things You Should Know

Before you head to the store to purchase some cucumbers, here are 5 things that you should know. 1. What Types of Cucumbers Can You Find at the Store?. There are 3 main types of cucumbers that you can find in grocery stores these days. The classic cucumber is long, green, mostly straight, but slightly curved. It is what most of us think of first when we think of cucumbers. They have small seeds on the inside that aren't fully developed. If the cucumber had been allowed to continue to grow on the vine, the seeds would be further developed and ready to be the next cucumber.

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24 Habits People Over 60 Should Stop Doing (Before It Is Too Late)

This article was originally published on ChaChingQueen.com, a site my wife and I own. AI was used for light editing, formatting, and readability. But a human (me!) wrote and edited this.

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Meet Cinnamon Donut: The 1-Year-Old Shih Tzu Mix Looking For Love After Rescue From Hoarding

A loving little pup named Cinnamon is searching for the family that will help him put his difficult past behind him and give him a bright future. Great Dog Rescue New England (GDRNE), a dedicated foster-based dog rescue in Massachusetts, has introduced Cinnamon Donut, who recently came into their care. According to the rescue, “Last Friday, the police in West Springfield called to say that they had 12 dogs in an abandoned home with nobody to take care of them, and they were fearful that without rescue, they might starve to death in the house. Of course, Great Dog Rescue jumped into action and took every single dog to safety.”

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The Enchilada Casserole I Bring to Every Church Potluck

This crock pot enchilada casserole is a hearty slow cooker dinner layered with ground beef, beans, tortillas, enchilada sauce, and queso quesadilla cheese. It is built for feeding a crowd, which makes it a strong pick for church potlucks, family meals, or relaxed entertaining.

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Dianna Carney

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Meet Gizmo: The 9.5 lb Little Survivor of Neglect Looking for Love

Small Dog Rescue of New England has introduced Gizmo, a small dog now available for adoption after being rescued from neglect and brought into care. “Here is another smiling boy, Gizmo,” the organization wrote in a recent post, asking the public to “Please share for adoption."

Rhode Island · 21d

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Missing since 1961 from Newport Beach, California: John Arthur Butler was only 15 when he vanished

John Arthur Butler disappeared from Newport Beach, California (Orange County), on August 21, 1961, according to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). John's composite image above was created to show how he might have looked at 65, though he would now be 80 if alive.

Newport Beach, CA · 4d

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Miami's Trump Tower 3 Is Sinking — Owners Pay While Everyone Else Skips Away Free

A new study says the luxury tower is among dozens of coastal buildings settling into South Florida soil, raising hard questions about what buyers were told, what engineers knew, and who pays when the ground keeps moving.

Miami, FL · 26d

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Fruits and vegetables that may be linked to the growing parasite outbreak in Virginia

This is an update on Cyclosporiasis, a foodborne parasitic illness that is across 18 states, including Virginia, according to Patch. In Virginia, between one and 10 cases of Cyclosporiasis have been reported, according to Patch’s earlier report on the multistate investigation.

Virginia · 24d

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25 Petroleum Jelly Uses That Can Fix Common Everyday Problems

This article was originally published on ChaChingQueen.com, a site my wife and I own. AI was used for light editing, formatting, and readability. But a human (me!) wrote and edited this.

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Butter and Baggage

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Old fashioned macaroni pie that only needs 5 ingredients

Some of the best recipes in the South never needed a fancy name or a long ingredient list to earn a permanent spot on the dinner table. This baked macaroni pie skips the flour and roux altogether. Butter, milk, and eggs come together with sharp cheddar to create a rich, custardy texture that sets as it bakes, so every bite holds its shape but still tastes creamy.

Greg Wilson, CFA

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Don't Buy These 28 Products. They Are Actually A Waste of Money

This article was originally published on ChaChingQueen.com, a site my wife and I own. AI was used for light editing, formatting, and readability. But a human (me!) wrote and edited this.

Kateable

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I Started Cleaning My Front Door Every Week—Here's Why

For the longest time, I focused almost all of my cleaning inside the house. I'd wipe the kitchen counters, vacuum the floors, and clean the bathrooms—but I rarely thought about my front door. Then one afternoon, I stepped outside to grab a package and noticed fingerprints around the handle, dust in the corners, and pollen covering the trim.

Butter and Baggage

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I found the church cookbook recipe that made me stop buying pound cake

I still have the tattered church cookbook where I first saw this recipe, hand-drawn hearts next to the good ones. This was one of them, and once I fixed the one thing it got wrong, it became the cake I make more than any other.

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