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Fall and Winter Nostalgia and Granny's Cornbread

Nov 223 min read

Fall and Winter Nostalgia and Granny's Cornbread

As I sat in my home office today, gazing out at the sunny fall day, memories of past autumns and winters began to flood my mind. This time o

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Keeping it Together: The Perks of Staying at Your Wedding Venue with Family and Friends

Tiffany Tillema

Jan 303 min read

Keeping it Together: The Perks of Staying at Your Wedding Venue with Family and Friends

When it comes to planning a wedding, choosing the right venue is one of the most crucial decisions to make. While traditional wedding...

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Tiffany Tillema

Dec 18, 20232 min read

Visit Winnsboro in the Winter

Why visit Winnsboro in the winter? Unlike the picture attached to this post, Winnsboro is quite comfortable for most of the winter,...

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5 Reasons to Embrace the Wood County Walls Mural Project

Tiffany Tillema

Sep 25, 20234 min read

5 Reasons to Embrace the Wood County Walls Mural Project

This past week, murals have been popping up all over Wood County. 5 of them right here in Winnsboro. Three of those were painted by...

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Tiffany Tillema

Sep 13, 20233 min read

The Allure of the Bed and Breakfast

Once upon a time, nestled amidst the rolling hills and scented gardens of the countryside, a captivating lodging option emerged: the bed...

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Kindness in the Face of Destruction, a Small Town Story

Tiffany Tillema

Jun 28, 20234 min read

Kindness in the Face of Destruction, a Small Town Story

On June 15, in the town of Winnsboro, like many surrounding towns nearby, the local Facebook pages were alight with their usual chatter...

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Hosting Your Next Corporate Retreat at Oaklea Mansion Bed and Breakfast

Tiffany Tillema

Jun 5, 20231 min read

Hosting Your Next Corporate Retreat at Oaklea Mansion Bed and Breakfast

Most people think of hotels and conference centers when it comes to corporate retreats. However, a Bed & Breakfast like Oaklea...

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Farm-to-Table Breakfast: How, Bed and Breakfasts are Leading the Way in Sustainable Cuisine

Tiffany Tillema

May 30, 20232 min read

Farm-to-Table Breakfast: How, Bed and Breakfasts are Leading the Way in Sustainable Cuisine

The farm-to-table movement is becoming more and more popular as people become more conscious of what they eat and where it comes from....

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Tiffany Tillema

May 8, 20232 min read

Ima Hogg and her Winnsboro Connection

Ima Hogg was a remarkable woman who left an indelible mark on Texas history. So much so she is often referred to as "the First Lady of...

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Unraveling the charm of Bed and Breakfasts: 6 reasons to choose one over a traditional hotel

Tiffany Tillema

May 1, 20237 min read

Unraveling the charm of Bed and Breakfasts: 6 reasons to choose one over a traditional hotel

Eating breakfast photo by Canva Are you tired of staying at the same old hotels or rentals during your vacations? Why not try something...

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The History of Marcus D Carlock's Curly Pine Staircase

Tiffany Tillema

Apr 24, 20233 min read

The History of Marcus D Carlock's Curly Pine Staircase

View of the staircase from the entryway Photo by Oaklea Mansion In 1903 Marcus DeWitt Carlock made his residency in Winnsboro, Texas,...

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8 Things to Know About Bed and Breakfast Etiquette

Tiffany Tillema

Apr 11, 20234 min read

8 Things to Know About Bed and Breakfast Etiquette

Eastlake Suite at Oaklea Mansion photo by Oaklea Mansion It might initially seem daunting if you have never visited a Bed & Breakfast. It...

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Tiffany Tillema

Apr 4, 20235 min read

Winnsboro- Past, Present, Future

Main street, Winnsboro. Photographer unknown Oaklea Mansion was built in 1903. That was 120 years ago. The town itself has been here even...

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Eight FREE things to do in Winnsboro, Texas

Tiffany Tillema

Mar 21, 20235 min read

Eight FREE things to do in Winnsboro, Texas

Antique car at Winnsboro's antique car show and parade photo by 4t studios You are visiting Winnsboro. Whether it be your first time or...

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Winnsboro's Little Pop-Up Art Show at Oaklea Mansion

Tiffany Tillema

Feb 7, 20231 min read

Winnsboro's Little Pop-Up Art Show at Oaklea Mansion

Picture credit Oaklea Mansion Winnsboro, Texas, is a small town with a big love for the arts. There is always something artsy going on...

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Tiffany Tillema

Jan 30, 20233 min read

Winnsboro, What was Happening in 1903?

Winnsboro to Marshall Railway photo via Wikipedia 120 years ago, In 1903, Oaklea Mansion's construction was completed, but what else...

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The Lasting Impact of Marcus Dewitt Carlock, Sr.

Tiffany Tillema

Jan 10, 20234 min read

The Lasting Impact of Marcus Dewitt Carlock, Sr.

Photo from "History of the carlock family and Pioneer Americans" Texas is rich in History, which is why so many are interested in this...

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Tiffany Tillema

Jan 3, 20233 min read

Wine Tasting in Winnsboro

Wine-tasting stock photo from storyblocks Love Wine? So do we, and Winnsboro is right in the middle of East Texas wine country! Some of...

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Winnsboro Restaurants with Keto and Carnivore Options

Tiffany Tillema

Dec 27, 20223 min read

Winnsboro Restaurants with Keto and Carnivore Options

Steak with salt, pepper, and herbs from Stock footage at storyblocks Are you on the Keto diet? Carnivore, ketovore, or the Lion Diet? We...

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Winnsboro Restaurants with Vegan & Vegetarian Options

Tiffany Tillema

Dec 26, 20223 min read

Winnsboro Restaurants with Vegan & Vegetarian Options

Are you vegan or vegetarian? Having trouble finding options in Small Town Winnsboro? Here is a List of restaurants with vegan options!

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