Life Connected.

Business Spotlight: Celina Concrete

On this business spotlight ... Brenden Kurtz – owner and founder of Celina Concrete – shows his true colors! (Spoiler alert: Those colors are shining bright in Celina, Texas.) He's a faithful man, who is passionate what he does and loves his community. This is an inspiring episode, focusing on a man who could be the poster boy for "Life in Celina." #lifeconnected– Celina Concrete: https://celinacrete.com/– Celina Concrete Phone: (469) 290-6050– 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

Mustang Lakes: Riding the wave of excellence

Matthew Alexander, vice president of development for The Cambridge Companies, shared his company's passion for Celina, Texas. He discussed their three developments within Celina, including their nationally-recognized and award-winning Mustang Lakes. He also explained is why – what drives him to create the very best residential communities. #lifeconnectedLinks:– Mustang Lakes: https://mustanglakes.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: Allan Retail Group

On this business spotlight ... Dorothy Allan, owner of Allan Retail Group, is a hidden gem in Celina, Texas. She brings incredible business savvy and marketing insight to this community. We discuss her journey with helping businesses, and we talk her helping bring the 20 Eats app to Celina during Covid-19. #lifeconnectedLinks:– Allan Retail Group: https://www.allanretailgroup.com/– Allan Retail Phone: (414) 419-4800– 20 Eats: https://20eats.com/– 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

Joey Dawkins & Toasted Walnut: All the vibes

Episode 10: It took a personal pep talk with himself to help chef Joey Dawkins to figure out what he wanted to do with his life. That defining moment indirectly led him to Celina, Texas. Now, Joey Dawkins, his incredible food and his super cool restaurant – Toasted Walnut Table & Market – are a big part of Celina's story and adding to the community's vibe. On this episode of "Life in Celina," we celebrate that story.Links:– Toast Walnut Table & Market: https://www.facebook.com/toastedwalnutfarm/– 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: Collin Country Cryo

On this episode of "Celebrate Celina" ... Holly Potts, owner of Collin County Cryo, talks about moving her business to Celina, Texas. Was it a good move? Listen and find out. Also on this inaugural business spotlight ... Holly talks about ALL the services offered at Collin County Cryo and how they're adjusting on the move during Covid-19. #powerofcommunityLinks:– Collin County Cyro: https://www.collincountycryo.com/– 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

Our Celina: Putting people in the spotlight

Episode 9: Renee Marler has a funny story how she ended up in Celina, Texas. It revolves around a softball game and some loose-fitting yoga pants. But as unlikely – and hilarious – as that story, it led her to a community that she now wholeheartedly believes in. Renee is the publisher of Our Celina magazine. A lot like this podcast, she's determined share all the wonderfully great things in her new hometown. #powerofcommunityLinks:– Our Celina: http://ourcelina.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

Listen Up: The catalyst for change?

Episode 8: There are a lot of exciting things happening in Celina, Texas. Our featured guest – Todd Evans, a partner with Lanterra Group – thinks he knows why. He credits the community's involvement and the city's ability to listen. During this episode of "Life in Celina," Todd Evans talks about the projects his real estate development company are working on in Celina. He also shares his story, which includes a life-changing car ride through the piney woods of East Texas. Links:– Lanterra Group: http://www.lanterragroup.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 Studio Music by Mark Metdker

True Light: ’It just felt like home’

Episode 7: Dr. Colton and Dr. Kelsey Wood had just graduated from chiropractic school when they discovered Celina, Texas. They were looking for a place to start their brand new practice, and after a Google search and a random visit to the city's "Friday Night Market," they found their new home. On the day we recorded this episode, True Light Chiropractic was one day away from celebrating its 1-year anniversary. The million-dollar question: Did they make the right decision?Links:– True Light Chiropractic: https://www.truelightchiropractic.com– Celina Events: https://www.celina-tx.gov/1135/Special-Events– City of Celina: https://www.celina-tx.govMusic:Vocals by Jon Christopher DavisEngineered by Wextrax Studio Music by Mark Metdker

Special Edition: COVID-19 Update

Special Edition: On this episode of Life in Celina ... we sit down with Eric Everson, division fire chief and emergency manager in Celina, Texas. We wanted to give Eric the opportunity to provide the right – most up-to-date information – about the coronavirus, specifically what Celina, Texas, is doing during these unprecedented times. We also wanted to give him the opportunity to stress what we can be doing as community members to get through this madness as fast as possible. Links:– Celina COVID-19: https://www.celina-tx.gov/coronavirus– City of Celina: https://www.celina-tx.govMusic:Vocals by Jon Christopher DavisEngineered by Wextrax Studio Music by Mark Metdker

Just Breathe: Embracing the Power of Community

Episode 6: Craig James is all in. He moved to Celina, Texas, 20 years ago and his love for his community is evident. Now he's doing his part to make Celina the best community it can possibly be. The former NFL standout knows that growth in Celina is inevitable, but he wants to cling to that community culture that allows people to take a deep breath when they hit the city limit sign.