William Taylor

1 week ago | peoplenewspapers.com | William Taylor

Relatively few summer campers get serenaded by a fiddle-playing pediatric nephrologist. Then again, most don’t have to interrupt their fun camp activities with a stint on the dialysis machine. “I play the violin for several reasons,” Dr. Raymond Quigley said. “The kids enjoy many of the songs. I think it also helps the staff enjoy their time there. The dialysis nurses work hard to provide care for the kids.

1 week ago | peoplenewspapers.com | William Taylor

Melissa Gerstle has spent almost two decades designing gardens and award-winning outdoor spaces for her studio, Melissa Gerstle Design. Now with her newly opened Plein Air Atelier luxury outdoor furnishings showroom in the Dallas Design District, the Park Cities woman aims to help other designers benefit from her research into innovative new outdoor brands and materials. “One of my passions has been selecting furnishings for the outdoor spaces we design,” she said.

2 weeks ago | peoplenewspapers.com | William Taylor

While officials in Washington, D.C. wrestle with the role of the federal government in education, North Texas nonprofits are demonstrating how much Dallas donors will give. Three recent events – one with the support of a former U.S. president – raised big dollars and highlighted the importance of opportunities from early childhood through college. At the Educational First Steps (EFS) 2025 Annual Gala on Feb. 18 at The Ritz-Carlton, former President George W.

3 weeks ago | writeupcafe.com | William Taylor

The Best Soccer Teams in Contra Costa for All AgesSoccer, known for its dynamic play and intense competition, has become a cornerstone of youth sports in Contra Costa County. With a rich tapestry of c

4 weeks ago | peoplenewspapers.com | William Taylor

Sports camps — summer or otherwise —don’t play out only on the court and in the dining hall — at least not when adults like Victor Olivera get involved. Three years ago, the Morgan Stanley adviser began sharing his passion for financial literacy with young athletes and students. He now does about eight to 12 programs a year.