Keeping it Real: Weary World, Rejoice!

BY KAYLYN LANIER How is it already time for Christmas? Not that I am complaining AT ALL—I am a Christmas girl all year long. But oh, what a year this […]
Nitsa’s Apparel: For All The Times of Your Life

Photo by JEJ Photos Since 1964 when Nitsa Bambalis, founder, opened a custom-made clothing and alterations shop above the family-owned Recreation Billiards on Fourth Street, Nitsa’s Apparel has been attracting […]
Jodie Brim Photography: Connecting and Empowering Women in Our Community

BY JULIE FRITZ Photography isn’t just a picture, and when you’re using photography to represent your brand or business, it needs to tell a story. A good brand photographer can […]
Brooke Notes: The Publisher Perspective

Photo by Jodie Brim Photography Here we are wrapping up this crazy year! No doubt it’s been full of trials and challenges, but this year has also forced me into […]
A Bright Moment: Crispy Prosciutto & Roasted Tomato Carbonara

BY LAUREN SEPHTON Hi! I’m Lauren. I’m a college student, freelance writer, and foodie. Stick around to find everything from achievable dessert ideas to healthy, quick dinners that’ll happily feed […]
Accent Prone: Endless Inspiration

BY MARTIE EMORY From cozy vignettes of home décor that you can easily visualize your family relaxing in, to unique jewelry and on-trend apparel to spice up your wardrobe and […]
Give Area Businesses a Gift: Buy Your Holiday Gifts Locally This Year

BY AMY HILL The year 2020 has taken its physical, emotional, and financial toll on the world. With the holidays quickly approaching, some retail therapy is justified and very much […]
In the Spotlight

BY JEN OLENICZAK BROWN April Forster What makes you YOU? I’m a fixer. I care about people and genuinely want to help. I’m also pretty funny. I make up ridiculously silly […]
Voices Changing Communities Robin Paul: Voices Doing God’s Work

In a noisy, politically divided climate filled with disagreements between once-friendly neighbors, our community is blessed by the humble, caring voice of Robin Paul. Robin’s voice is free from conflict. […]
Hustle & Heart A Year in Review: 12 Tips from 2020 to Help Your Business Thrive

What a year 2020 has been! This month we’re looking back at 12 months of tips, tricks, and bites of knowledge from previous Hustle & Heart articles as a reminder […]