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Getting Neighborly - In the Town of Fairview, TX

Welcome to Getting Neighborly -- The Official Community Podcast for The Town of Fairview...Hosted by The Fairview Economic Development Corporation. On every episode we spend time getting to know our neighbors and hearing the stories that make our town a community.

Recent Episodes

Carrie Campbell, Mane Mentors
May 1, 2026

Carrie Campbell, Mane Mentors

"Super" Dave welcomes Carrie Campbell, founder of Mane Mentors, to share her story about transitioning from a corporate insurance career in Los Angeles to starting a purpose-driven equine mentorship program in Fairview, Texas. Carrie Campbell explains how the COVID-19 pandemic catalyzed a major life change for her and her husband, leading them to relocate to North Texas, embrace small-town living, and follow her lifelong passion for horses. Now serving the adult disability community, Carrie Camp
Meg Latham, Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary
April 15, 2026

Meg Latham, Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary

"Super" Dave welcomes Meg Latham, Director of Stewardship at the Heard Natural Science Museum and Wildlife Sanctuary. Meg shares what it was like growing up on the sanctuary after her father, Dr. Harold Laughlin, became the museum’s first director, hired by founder Miss Bessie Heard, who created the preserve to protect a piece of Collin County and educate children as development spread. They discuss the Heard’s mission, 289-acre sanctuary, trails, seasonal wildlife viewing, and popular features
Paul Phillips - Calibrating Lyfe
April 3, 2026

Paul Phillips - Calibrating Lyfe

In this episode of Getting Neighborly, host Super Dave Quinn sits down with Paula Phillips, founder of Calibrating Lyfe in Fairview, Texas, to discuss protecting quality of life before a crisis occurs.Paula is a licensed occupational therapist with more than 20 years of experience helping people recover from major health transitions, navigate aging, and regain independence. Through Calibrating Lyfe, she now helps individuals, families, and business owners prepare for the unexpected with prac
Jonathan Price, theMagazine
Sept. 30, 2025

Jonathan Price, theMagazine

Dave welcomes Jonathan Price, owner of theMagazine, a local bi-monthly magazine that focuses on celebrating life in Fairview and Lucas, Texas. Jonathan shares his passion for community-building through print media, explaining why he believes print still matters in a digital world. He talks about the magazine’s role as a modern-day “front porch,” helping residents connect on a deeper level with their neighbors, local businesses, and the various stories that make their community unique. Throughout
Gay Ann Kiser, Author
Sept. 15, 2025

Gay Ann Kiser, Author

On this episode, we're stepping into a world of miniature donkeys, mysterious choir members, and second chances—with someone whose pen turns real life into page-turning fiction.Gay Ann Kiser is a Fairview resident, a retired teacher, and the author of more than a dozen books—from heartfelt memoirs and sweet romances to her latest cozy mysteries, Killer in the Choir and Rhythm of Revenge. Her stories may be fiction, but the emotion is real—drawn from a lifetime of experience, including growin
Cibby Bowden, NTTPA-Fairview Youth
Sept. 1, 2025

Cibby Bowden, NTTPA-Fairview Youth

Today, we're talking about stage lights, transformation, and the magic of theatre with someone who has not only taught performance but also helped shape the lives of hundreds of young actors in our community.Cibby Bowden is the Director and Managing Director of NTPA – Fairview. With more than 35 years of experience in directing, acting, and arts education, she's a force behind the scenes and a voice from the wings. Earlier this year, she received the prestigious Freddie G Fellowship Award, g

Recent Blog Posts

Summer Safari in Fairview, Texas: Free Family Fun at Fairview Town Center Near Allen
June 11, 2026

Summer Safari in Fairview, Texas: Free Family Fun at Fairview Town Center Near Allen

Summer Safari Fairview, Texas: A Wildly Fun Free Family Event at Fairview Town CenterLooking for a free family event in Fairview, Texas that is easy to reach from Allen, McKinney, Lucas, Plano, and nearby Collin County neighborhoods?Mark your ca…
Global Matches Watch Parties in Fairview, Texas: Neon Cactus Is Your Match Day Destination
June 11, 2026

Global Matches Watch Parties in Fairview, Texas: Neon Cactus Is Your Match Day Destination

Global Matches Watch Parties in Fairview, Texas, Have a Home at Neon CactusThe world's biggest sporting event is here, and Fairview has a front-row seat.Whether you are following every match, cheering for your favorite team, meeting up with frie…
Neighborly Spotlight: How "Friends of Fairview" Keeps Our Local Heroes Strong
May 26, 2026

Neighborly Spotlight: How "Friends of Fairview" Keeps Our Local Heroes Strong

Here at the Getting Neighborly Podcast, we talk a lot about what makes a community feel like home. It's not just the beautiful North Texas landscape or the quiet neighborhood streets—it's the people who step up to look out for one another.An…

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