Life Connected.

A lot has changed since Katie Dunn and Taylor Witt – owners of The Little Wooden Penguin – came on "Life in Celina" the first time. Through their amazing "workshop" in Celina's Industrial District, Katie and Taylor have created a special community within the community of Celina. The cool part of their story ... none of The Penguin's evolution was really planned and it has all been community-driven. This episode of "Life in Celina" was actually recorded at the Little Wooden Penguin. #lifeconnected

– The Little Wooden Penguin: https://littlewoodenpenguin.com/

– Celina Economic Development: https://celinaedc.com

– City of Celina: https://www.celina-tx.gov

Cyndee Vines Herrin has lived in Celina for more than 30 years. Now, she's investing in this community that she's proudly called home for three decades. As President of Dave R. Williams homes, Cyndee and her company are spearheading several luxury developments in Celina. On this episode, we discuss why it was important for her to do that. This episode of "Life in Celina" was recorded at the Little Wooden Penguin. #lifeconnected

– Dave R. Williams Homes: https://drwhomes.com/

– Celina Economic Development: https://celinaedc.com

– The Little Wooden Penguin: https://littlewoodenpenguin.com/

– City of Celina: https://www.celina-tx.gov

Collin College is open for business in Celina, Texas, and Provost Craig Leverette couldn't be more thrilled. On this episode of "Life in Celina," Craig talks about opening the Celina Campus and everything it can and will provide to students in this region. #lifeconnected

– Collin College – Celina Campus: https://www.collin.edu/campuses/celina/index.html

– Rollertown Beerworks: https://www.rollertownbeerworks.com/

– Celina Economic Development: https://celinaedc.com

– City of Celina: https://www.celina-tx.gov

Shane DiGeorge was living the rock 'n roll lifestyle (literally) when he finally started listening to his servant heart. He was the frontman for Electric Crush, which was starting to blaze a trail in the modern rock world. But a random ride-out with his brother-in-law, a police officer in Gunter, changed Shane DiGeorge's life forever. Now, this former rock star is a member of the Celina Police Department, and he's so proud to wear the badge. #lifeconnected

– Rollertown Beerworks: https://www.rollertownbeerworks.com/

– Celina Economic Development: https://celinaedc.com

– City of Celina: https://www.celina-tx.gov

In April, John Cullison was named the new Chief of Police in Celina, Texas. He immediately hit the ground running, and his leadership skills instantly began to shine. It doesn't take much of this conversation to realize that Chief Cullison is proud to where the badge, and that he's beyond thrilled to now be in Celina. We recorded this episode at the Little Wooden Penguin. #lifeconnected

– Celina Economic Development: https://celinaedc.com

– The Little Wooden Penguin: https://littlewoodenpenguin.com/

– City of Celina: https://www.celina-tx.gov

Lady Redneck is living proof that hard work, determination and grit pays off. She has blazed an impressive trail on social media, developing a brand that reaches almost 1 million raving fans. The cool part of Lady Redneck's story ... she now call Celina, Texas, home. She is sharing her music and engaging her fans from this community. #lifeconnected

– Lady Redneck: https://www.ladyredneck.org

– Rollertown Beerworks: https://www.rollertownbeerworks.com/

– Celina Economic Development: https://celinaedc.com

– City of Celina: https://www.celina-tx.gov

Kelly Dobes had a plan when she moved to Texas from the Greater Chicago area, and that plan revolved around Celina, Texas. Kelly's brothers introduced her to Celina, and she instantly fell in love. After losing her husband to ALS, Kelly and her kiddos needed a place to heal. They found it in Celina. #lifeconnected

– Celina Economic Development: https://celinaedc.com

– The Little Wooden Penguin: https://littlewoodenpenguin.com/

– City of Celina: https://www.celina-tx.gov

It is amazing that it took more than 40 episodes to get Pat Hunn on Life in Celina. He's the perfect guest for this community podcast. He is a long-time resident, member of the 1974 state championship football team and he's been the voice of Bobcats for more than 30 years. That's not even mentioning the amazing things he's doing outside of Celina. (Spoiler alert: He's "The Pickle King of the World.") This is a great conversation with a great guy, who whole-heartedly loves Celina, Texas. #lifeconnected

– First Place Foods: https://www.firstplacefoods.com

– Celina Economic Development: https://celinaedc.com

– The Little Wooden Penguin: https://littlewoodenpenguin.com/

– City of Celina: https://www.celina-tx.gov

Jai Ellis and her team at Celina Drug went above and beyond during the Covid-19 pandemic. They not only led the charge for vaccinations in Celina and the surrounding communities, they provided hope as well. Jai's servant heart and her selflessness earned her recognition from the city. Jai Ellis was recently named the 2021 Life Connected Award Recipient. #lifeconnected

– Celina Drug: https://www.celinadrug.com

– Celina Economic Development: https://celinaedc.com

– Little Wooden Penguin: https://littlewoodenpenguin.com/

– Celina Covid News: https://www.celina-tx.gov/AlertCenter.aspx

– City of Celina: https://www.celina-tx.gov

Coffey Anderson does not live in Celina, Texas, but this multi-media superstar has a heart for this community. We asked Coffey to come on the podcast because he's performing at Cajun Fest 2021. We did discuss Cajun Fest on this episode, but we talked about it sparingly. Instead, we focused on Coffey's story and his thoughts on Celina. This is a funny and heart-felt episode of "Life in Celina." #lifeconnected

– Cajun Fest: https://www.lifeincelinatx.com/cajun-fest

– Coffey Anderson: https://www.coffeyanderson.com

– Rollertown Beerworks: https://www.rollertownbeerworks.com/

– Celina Economic Development: https://celinaedc.com

– City of Celina: https://www.celina-tx.gov