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Re-investing his Bobcat Pride

Don't ask Caleb Lavey what his plan was after playing college football at Oklahoma State. The former Celina High School standout will be quick to tell you ... he didn't have one. But Caleb Lavey will also tell you that everything has worked out all right. He's back in Celina, and investing into a community that he firmly believes in. He's still over-the-top proud to be a Celina Bobcat, and he's excited to where his hometown is headed. #lifeconnected– Little Wooden Penguin: https://littlewoodenpenguin.com/– Celina Covid News: https://www.celina-tx.gov/AlertCenter.aspx– City of Celina: https://www.celina-tx.gov– Celina Economic Development: https://celinaedc.comMusic:Vocals by Jon Christopher DavisEngineered by Wextrax StudioMusic by Mark Metdker

Business Spotlight: Lamar National Bank

Lamar National Bank is a community bank. That was never more evident during the coronavirus madness. That is one of the main reasons we wanted to bring Chad Anderson – market president for the bank – on this Business Spotlight. Chad is also a long-time Celina resident and the current Mayor Pro Tem on the Celina City Council. #lifeconnectedLinks:– Lamar National Bank: https://www.lamarnationalbank.com/– Celina Covid News: https://www.celina-tx.gov/AlertCenter.aspx– City of Celina: https://www.celina-tx.gov– Celina Economic Development: https://celinaedc.comMusic:Vocals by Jon Christopher DavisEngineered by Wextrax StudioMusic by Mark Metdker

Ultimate Gift: ’The right thing to do’

It started with a simple conversation and ended with a life-saving gift. Brian Roach and Sandra Danielson were essentially strangers before that conversation, but now they'll be quick to tell you ... they're family. Sandra was in need of a kidney transplant when they started talking one day. Brian asked poignant questions because he wanted to help. Then, he found out he was a match, and both of their lives changed forever. This is a powerful episode of "Life in Celina." #lifeconnected– Little Wooden Penguin: https://littlewoodenpenguin.com/– Celina Covid News: https://www.celina-tx.gov/AlertCenter.aspx– City of Celina: https://www.celina-tx.gov– Celina Economic Development: https://celinaedc.comMusic:Vocals by Jon Christopher DavisEngineered by Wextrax StudioMusic by Mark Metdker

Business Spotlight: The UPS Store

Andy Hopkins has a story like many other people in Celina, Texas – move to town ... fall in love with the community ... start to give back and invest in their new hometown. Andy, a member of the Celina City Council, opened The UPS Store in November of 2018. He's now providing business solutions to his neighbors, and he's loving every second of it. #lifeconnectedLinks:– Celina UPS Store: https://locations.theupsstore.com/tx/celina/2750-s-preston-rd– Celina Covid News: https://www.celina-tx.gov/AlertCenter.aspx– City of Celina: https://www.celina-tx.gov– Celina Economic Development: https://celinaedc.comMusic:Vocals by Jon Christopher DavisEngineered by Wextrax StudioMusic by Mark Metdker

Celina’s Living Legend: Love of people & community

People in Celina, Texas, don't just like Punk Carter ... they LOVE him! He has been a staple of this community for a long time, and some people would refer to him as a living legend. With his wonderfully great laugh, he'd quickly disagree, but then share a colorful story to make you realize there is some validity in that prestigious label. Punk Carter's love of people – especially kiddos - and his community really shined through on this episode of "Life in Celina." This episode was recorded at The Little Wooden Penguin.– Little Wooden Penguin: https://littlewoodenpenguin.com/– Celina Covid News: https://www.celina-tx.gov/AlertCenter.aspx– City of Celina: https://www.celina-tx.gov– Celina Economic Development: https://celinaedc.comMusic:Vocals by Jon Christopher DavisEngineered by Wextrax StudioMusic by Mark Metdker

New Superintendent: Building on a solid foundation

Tom Maglisceau took over the reins at Celina ISD during a global pandemic. The new superintendent has taken it all in stride, and is excited to call Celina, Texas, home. Now, Dr. Tom – as he's affectionately known around town – is ready to get back to learning. On this episode of "Life in Celina," Dr. Tom shares his story ... he discusses his new role with Celina ISD ... and he talks about what he's most excited about in Celina, Texas. #lifeconnectedLinks:– Celina ISD: https://www.celinaisd.com/– Celina Covid News: https://www.celina-tx.gov/AlertCenter.aspx– City of Celina: https://www.celina-tx.gov– Celina Economic Development: https://celinaedc.comMusic:Vocals by Jon Christopher DavisEngineered by Wextrax StudioMusic by Mark Metdker

Business Spotlight: Annie Jack

Rachel Baty, owner of Annie Jack, paints a beautiful of life in Celina, Texas. She loves everything about this community, which she has called home for 10 years. On this Business Spotlight, Rachel talks about moving to Celina, getting involved and starting her lifestyle boutique. She also discusses a scary diagnosis that almost derailed everything. #lifeconnectedLinks:– Annie Jack: https://www.anniejackdesign.com/– Celina Covid News: https://www.celina-tx.gov/AlertCenter.aspx– City of Celina: https://www.celina-tx.gov– Celina Economic Development: https://celinaedc.comMusic:Vocals by Jon Christopher DavisEngineered by Wextrax StudioMusic by Mark Metdker

Blank canvas: One artist and a generational mural project

Artist Bristen Phillips understands and respects the magnitude of his current project. The City of Celina hired him to spearhead its new mural project. The best part of the story ... Bristen Phillips loves Celina, Texas. Even though he's only lived in the community for 3 years, he feels very honored and blessed to get the opportunity to change the face of his new hometown. #lifeconnectedLinks:– Celina Covid News: https://www.celina-tx.gov/AlertCenter.aspx– City of Celina: https://www.celina-tx.gov– Celina Economic Development: https://celinaedc.comMusic:Vocals by Jon Christopher DavisEngineered by Wextrax StudioMusic by Mark Metdker

Business Spotlight: Celina Star Cafe

Sami Mehmedi, owner of Celina Star Cafe, loves Celina, Texas. After coming to the United States, he spent some time in Chicago, New York and other DFW communities. During our conversation, he says Celina is the best city he's been to, and he attributes that greatness to the people. For the last 3 years, Sami Mehmedi has been serving up delicious eats in his favorite American city. #lifeconnected– Celina Star Cafe: https://www.facebook.com/celinastarcafe/– Celina Covid-19 News: https://www.celina-tx.gov/AlertCenter.aspx– City of Celina: https://www.celina-tx.gov– Celina Economic Development: https://celinaedc.comMusic:Vocals by Jon Christopher DavisEngineered by Wextrax StudioMusic by Mark Metdker

A generational love for Celina

Rex Glendenning and his family have called Celina, Texas, home for five generations. It only made sense to put this longtime resident – who has done so much for this community – in the spotlight. We wanted to find out what he loves about Celina and what he's most excited about in Celina as his community grows. #lifeconnected