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Chris Coats: October 2007 Archives


Victoria's Secret Diva-lish Fall and Holiday Dresses!

9:27 AM Tue, Oct 30, 2007 |
Chris Coats

V267475_W213RGB.jpgGo to Victoria's Secret online and browse through their over 150 diva-lish yet inexpensive dresses for the fall and the upcoming holdiay season priced as low as $59. I've also included a discount code off your purchase.

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Visit Boo-storic McKinney

2:01 PM Mon, Oct 29, 2007 |
Chris Coats

dulaneymuseum.jpgI love exploring old downtown areas and do a lot of stories on buildings and events taking place at many historic structures. My favorite information to get on many of these buildings built in the 1800's and early 1900's is whether or not any are haunted. I love ghost tales! Best place to hear some of the best is d...



It's Sunday - call or visit your parents.

9:21 AM Sun, Oct 28, 2007 |
Chris Coats

parents.jpgIt's Sunday so pick up the phone or jump in the car to visit your parents. It's difficult to put in words how much our parents mean to each of us, isn't it? A friend of mine, Marilyn Carruthers is a principal at Aldridge Elementary School in Richardson. She has set a standard with her sons, who are attending college that regard...



Welcome home troops!

8:35 AM Fri, Oct 26, 2007 |
Chris Coats

troops2.jpgHere's your chance to get in on the action of welcoming our troops back home. Today through Sunday, the Grand Prairie Chamber of Commerce is looking for volunteers to welcome home the over 100 troops that come through DFW airport daily for their two-week leave. I've been at the airport to welcome the troops and it is one of the...



Jill Partridge where are you?

8:54 AM Thu, Oct 25, 2007 |
Chris Coats

question mark.jpgRemember in high school there was always that one totally cool and beautiful senior girl that the rest of the freshman girls were in total awe of? That person for me was Jill Partridge. Jill had a flawlessly perfect complexion, a nose that celebs would pay their plastic surgeons big bucks for, and a radiant brilli...



Drop me an email!

4:31 PM Wed, Oct 24, 2007 |
Chris Coats

email.jpgThanks for the emails with suggestions on events, people, stories, and topics. Keep them coming! Drop me an email at ctcoats@aol.com. I'd love to hear from you!

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Way to go, MC!

12:00 PM Wed, Oct 24, 2007 |
Chris Coats

markcuban2.jpgHey you might have been voted out but you received a ton of fan support along the way and much admiration from the millions of Dancing with the Stars' TV viewing audience. Great job, Mark!

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She's the Chief! Nancy Brinker - her mission, her causes.

4:43 PM Tue, Oct 23, 2007 |
Chris Coats

nancybrinker3.jpgNancy Brinker was sworn in last month as Chief of Protocol of the United States. Before this assignment, she was appointed by President Bush in 2001 to serve as U.S. Ambassador to the Republic of Hungary. Many of you know her as the founder of the Susan G. Komen for the Cure named after her sister who died from brea...



Mark Cuban shares what's coming up tonight on DWTS!

11:23 AM Mon, Oct 22, 2007 |
Chris Coats

markcuban3.jpgMark would like to give a big shoutout to all fans for their support. He's excited about all of votes that he's gotten to stay in the Dancing with the Stars competition. Here's some insight that he gave me to share with y'all on tonight's performance.

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Sweet Somethings!

10:38 AM Mon, Oct 22, 2007 |
Chris Coats

barbarasbakery.gifWhen you first meet Barbara Owen she is someone that you instantly feel you could be friends with. She has the southern charm and energy of TV chef and icon, Paula Deen with the talent to match. And when you walk into her bakery, Barbara's Cake & Cookie Boutique it's like sweet tooth heaven.

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Happy Miley Monday!

10:00 AM Mon, Oct 22, 2007 |
Chris Coats

miley2.jpgHappy Monday! To start the week off right, here is a picture of my friend Junior's cute baby girl, Miley. She is simply adorable cuteness and sweetness all in one! Junior is one of my favorite peeps. He's an on-air radio personality for 106.1 KISS FM but he also DJ's at club, college, private, family, and even teen parties. He...



Looking for some fun? Try a Fall Carnival!

9:11 AM Fri, Oct 19, 2007 |
Chris Coats

carnival.jpgAll around the metroplex, schools are hosting fall carnivals. Take the family and stop by at least one this season. They all go for a good cause - our kids and schools! Stonewall Jackon Elementary has one that's going to rock 'da house!

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Haute Damn! Double D Ranch Fashions!

3:05 PM Tue, Oct 16, 2007 |
Chris Coats

LucyLocketTeePic.jpg I love everything about Double D Ranch clothes and their home decor. But what I love the most is their story of how 4 sisters, The McMullen's from Yoakum, Texas who had a passion for fashion followed it to achieving worldwide success. Check out their story at www.ddranchwear.com and while you're at it where ...



Oh Baby! It's a Diaper Teddy!

9:21 AM Tue, Oct 16, 2007 |
Chris Coats

teddydiaper.jpgLooking for a fun gift for a friend getting ready to have a baby? I came across the cutest teddy "diaper" bears made by creative designer, Shawana Crayton.

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Happy Monday!!

10:25 AM Mon, Oct 15, 2007 |
Chris Coats

lorelei2.jpgSomething to make you smile! My friend, Jessica's baby girl, Lorelei! Isn't she the cutest? Just wanted to share this precious pic. If you have a pic of your baby or even a friend's that you want to send that I can share with readers send it my way and I'll post it on Mondays! Here's to the start of a great week!

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Beauty Wonder Woman!

10:12 AM Thu, Oct 11, 2007 |
Chris Coats

Penny_portrait.jpgWith homecoming taking place around the metroplex, holiday parties just around the corner, weddings, or whatever special event you have coming up - the makeup artist that works her magic on the stars and locals with a sweep of her blush brush is Penny Sadler...

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Schools rule in supporting our troops!

10:03 AM Thu, Oct 11, 2007 |
Chris Coats

wilsontroops.jpgHere's a shoutout to Wilson Middle School in Plano. Last spring students, teachers, and parents sent hundreds of care packages to our troops in Iraq. Here's a letter of thanks from one of our fine brave soldiers thanking the school for their support. It just shows how every bit of support that we give to our troops i...



Fired Up Over Cowboy Chicken

9:36 AM Fri, Oct 05, 2007 |
Chris Coats

cowboychicken.jpgIn my pursuit to add a bit of variety to my family’s meals, my latest quest has been to find the best rotisserie chicken. I’ve tried all kinds, price ranges, and was not impressed. But was I ever surprised over what I found when I walked into Cowboy Chicken on Preston Road in Dallas.

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Nancy Brinker's Race

12:10 PM Thu, Oct 04, 2007 |
Chris Coats

nancybrinker.jpgNancy Brinker promised her sister, Susan G. Komen (both pictured to the left) who was dying from breast cancer, that she would do whatever it would take to end the disease. I've been very fortunate to get to meet and interview Nancy in the past including on this moment with her sister. The Susan G. Komen Race for the...



MC - Stayin' Alive!!

10:04 AM Wed, Oct 03, 2007 |
Chris Coats

markcuban3.jpg MC is still dancing after surviving last night's eliminations. He wants to send a big "thank you" to fans that supported him. Next week he's dancing the jive and promises it will be lots of fun! Remember to show him some love with your votes. Who stays and goes is totally determined by fans next week and not the judg...



Ruth Altshuler - Changing the world one cause at a time

11:52 AM Tue, Oct 02, 2007 |
Chris Coats

ruthaltshuler.jpgFirst Lady Laura Bush has said many times that if you want a project to be successful get Ruth Altshuler on board. I am a big fan of Ruth’s, as are legions of others who know this phenomenal woman. She is one of those trailblazers that has paved a path in so many ways in the countless projects that she’s spearheade...



Vintage Texas and OU Tees at Sheke Boutique!

8:03 PM Mon, Oct 01, 2007 |
Chris Coats

sheke.jpgHey all of you die hard Texas and OU fans, check out the great vintage tees that Sheke Boutique has for wearing to the big game. These classics are a must whether you're watching the game live or at a party!

Sheke Boutique; NorthPark Center 2nd Floor betweeen Neiman Marcus & Nordstrom 214-361-8199

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