A great apartment is about more than the space itself. The little conveniences and experiences built into everyday life can make all the difference.

At The Links on PGA Parkway, residents have access to amenities designed to simplify busy schedules and support wellness. From professional pet walking services and apartment cleaning to complimentary yoga and golf lessons, these offerings help make day-to-day living a little easier.

Located in Frisco, the community also provides easy access to nearby golf courses, dining, shopping, and entertainment, making it a convenient place to enjoy everything the area has to offer.

Thoughtful amenities like these are helping redefine what apartment living looks like by focusing on comfort, convenience, and quality of life.

EMPOWER has promoted Keshaun Vinson to Vice President of Permanency, recognizing her more than 20 years of experience in child welfare and behavioral health.

As a child welfare collaborative led by Texas Family Initiative, EMPOWER serves children and families across the Metroplex East region, overseeing foster care, case management, kinship and reunification services. In her new role, Vinson will lead permanency efforts for youth in Permanent Managing Conservatorship (PMC) and extended care, with a focus on helping children achieve safe, stable and permanent homes.

Prior to her promotion, Vinson served as EMPOWER's Permanency Director and has held leadership roles with the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services and other community-based organizations.

To learn more about EMPOWER and how you can support children in foster care, visit 3EMPOWER.org.

The big game has brought an international energy to Dallas this summer, and local restaurants and hotels are finding creative ways to join the celebration.

At Sheraton Dallas, soccer fans can catch the action while enjoying a lineup of limited-time cocktails and breakfast specials inspired by countries competing on the world stage. The downtown hotel has introduced a special menu designed around select tournament matchups, giving visitors another way to connect with the excitement surrounding one of the world's most-watched sporting events.

Guests can sip specialty cocktails including the Casamigos Pineapple Spicy Margarita, Half Time Highball, Red Card Royale, and Sideline Spritz while watching matches with fellow fans. On select game days, the culinary team is also serving internationally inspired Match Day breakfast features tied to participating nations.

Featured matchups include:

• June 22: Argentina vs. Austria

• June 25: Japan vs. Sweden

• June 27: Argentina vs. Jordan

While many North Texans are attending matches and fan events throughout the city, Sheraton Dallas offers another way to be part of the celebration without leaving downtown. Whether you're a dedicated soccer supporter or simply looking for a lively atmosphere, the hotel is bringing together food, drinks, and the shared excitement of a global event that has captured attention around the world.

As Dallas continues to welcome visitors from across the globe, experiences like these offer a reminder that the World Cup isn't only happening inside the stadium. It's also showing up in restaurants, hotels, and gathering places across the city, creating opportunities for fans to celebrate together long after the final whistle.

Sheraton Dallas is located at 400 North Olive Street in downtown Dallas.

EMPOWER has announced Brittney Pearson as the new Senior Vice President of Permanency, a leadership role focused on helping children achieve safe, stable, and permanent family connections.

Pearson has served as EMPOWER's Vice President of Permanency for the past two and a half years and previously spent 12 years with the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services in Dallas County.

In her new role, she will lead efforts to strengthen permanency outcomes for children and families served by EMPOWER across Metroplex East.

“We are pleased to share this news and believe this enhanced leadership structure will further support our providers, strengthen partnerships and improve permanency outcomes for the children and families we serve,” said Kris Naylor, Chief Program Officer.

To learn more about EMPOWER and ways to support local children in foster care, visit www.3empower.org.

Fairmont Dallas Unveils “Venetian Champions Club” in the Iconic Venetian Room

Legendary Dallas venue transformed into an elevated fanzone and luxury sports lounge

Fairmont Dallas announces the debut of the Venetian Champions Club, an elevated fanzone and hospitality-driven sports lounge inside the legendary Venetian Room. Known for hosting high-profile events and drawing some of the most recognizable names in entertainment, including Tony Bennett, Tina Turner, Frank Sinatra, and Ella Fitzgerald, the iconic 4,400-square-foot space will transform into Dallas’ premier destination for the world’s largest sporting event.

From June 11 through July 19, Venetian Champions Club will celebrate Dallas on a global scale. Open to the public throughout the tournament, it will offer an accessible indoor destination where fans, travelers, and locals can gather for a premium hospitality experience centered around the global game in the heart of the acclaimed Dallas Arts District.

The Venetian Room will be completely reimagined into an elevated, high-energy sports lounge featuring a massive 11-by-20-foot main screen, turf flooring, multiple flat-screen televisions, and air conditioning to beat the Texas heat for every match. Guests can enjoy a full bar program featuring specialty cocktails themed around the countries playing in the tournament, local brews on tap at three bars, and daily culinary specials inspired by the nations competing that day.

Designed to blend the excitement of a stadium watch party with the sophistication of a luxury hospitality experience, Venetian Champions Club will also feature interactive experiences, including foosball tables, cornhole, lounge seating, and communal gathering areas designed for fans to cheer on their favorite teams together.

“As a cornerstone of the Dallas Arts District for more than five decades, Fairmont Dallas is thrilled to transform the historic Venetian Room into the Venetian Champions Club,” said David Sher, General Manager of Fairmont Dallas. “As one of the city’s most iconic gathering spaces, the Venetian Room has welcomed celebrities, changemakers, and cultural icons for generations. We are excited to continue that legacy and welcome fans into an unforgettable destination where fans from our city and from around the world can gather, celebrate, and enjoy sporting matches together.”

Conveniently located in downtown Dallas, Fairmont Dallas places guests steps from many of the city’s most celebrated cultural destinations, including the Dallas Museum of Art, Nasher Sculpture Center, Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center, and Winspear Opera House. The hotel also offers close access to Klyde Warren Park, Perot Museum of Nature and Science, American Airlines Center, and an array of award-winning dining and retail destinations. Travelers can easily walk to the Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) system for quick, convenient transportation throughout the city, including direct service to Fan Festival in Fair Park, all without the need for a car.

Fairmont Dallas features 545 guest rooms, a rooftop terrace with a garden and Junior Olympic-sized pool, and 70,000 square feet of meeting space. The hotel is home to the Pyramid Restaurant and an on-site Starbucks, making it the premier destination for both business and leisure travelers. In 2024, Fairmont Dallas celebrated its 55th anniversary as one of Dallas’ most iconic hospitality destinations.