Style + Beauty

Splendid Capsule Collection by local designer, Becky Hillyard

Article by Allison Swan Becky Hillyard is the woman behind Cella Jane blog, a name inspired by her beloved grandmother. Inspiring others through sharing the beauty in life, from fashion and decor to recipes and family, she shares her latest spring clothing line designed in collaboration with Splendid. This versatile capsule collection features elevated everyday essentials perfect for mixing and matching to create endless outfit possibilities. With a minimalist design made for maximum impact...

May 2024

Shopping

Amina Hood: Crafting Elegance, One Hat at a Time

Article by Allison Swan In the heart of Kansas City, Missouri, Amina Hood has made her mark as a prominent hat designer, blending luxury and artistry into each piece she creates. Although her journey into the world of millinery was unexpected, it was born from a blend of passion for textiles and an eye for design. "Becoming a hat designer was never my original plan; it just unfolded naturally.” With a background in luxury retail, she found herself unexpectedly creating a hat for a friend in...

May 2024

Local Services

Supporting natural birth

Offering mothers a safe and a natural birth experience Article by Daniela L. | Photography by Janie Jones As Kansas City prepares for hosting the 2026 WorldCup, a freestanding birth center is providing global-class natural birth experiences from the privacy of Corporate Woods in Johnson County; Kansas City’s New Birth Company.  Co-Founded by midwife Catherine Gordon and Cerner alumni Kendra Wyatt, New Birth Company is among the over 400 licensed birth centers in the country and serves as...

May 2024

Beauty

Discovering Beauty and Confidence:

The Laser Derm Med Spa Experience Article by Lauren Powers | Photography by Janie Jones Located in the vibrant heart of Shawnee, Laser Derm Med Spa stands as a testament to the evolving landscape of beauty and skincare. Founded in 2003 by the visionary Dr. Joseph Leiker, this family-owned practice has earned a reputation for their commitment to providing top-notch patient care. While the spa has offered an array of services over the years, including Botox, fillers, and laser skin resurfacing...

May 2024

Life + Culture

 Women’s Professional Sports are a WIN for KC

​​​​​​​Celebrating, empowering, and supporting women’s sports has never been more exciting in Kansas City than now! Article by Mindy Hargesheimer It’s no secret that women’s professional sports are creating huge headlines around the world, thanks to history-making projects and brilliant visionaries taking the initiative to amplify our local landscape. From the KC Current’s first-ever stadium in the world built specifically for a women’s professional sports team to the powerful undercurrents...

May 2024

Health + Wellness

 Is Food Restriction Consuming Your Life?

 Dietitian Explains Why Popular Elimination Diets Often Don’t Get to the Root Cause Article by Lisa Moyer | Photography by Janie Jones Do you long for the day when your life won’t revolve around your restrictive diet? Amy Schleper, MS, RDN, CDCES, treats the most complex dietary cases, but her goal for her clients is always the freedom to live a balanced life. “My clients’ prior diet experiences have shifted my role towards more of a diet protector. I try to avoid extreme diet restrictions...

May 2024

Food + Beverage

Whole Harvest Kitchen

Whole food, plant-based eating Article by Allison Swan | Photography by Janie Jones Whole Harvest Kitchen is a culinary haven where vibrant flavors and nutrient-dense foods surprise and delight. Embracing the principles of plant-based eating, the restaurant focuses on real, unprocessed ingredients bursting with natural flavors, creating unforgettable dining experiences. Bobby Morris is the executive chef operator at Whole Harvest Kitchen. “My passion for food was born in my mom’s kitchen...

March 2024

Arts + Culture

Meet the Artist: Aaron Norris

Article by Allison Swan For the first half of his artistic career, artist Aaron Norris primarily painted realistic landscapes capturing the essence of the Midwest with its grazing cattle, windmills, and the majestic drama of prairie storms. As local sports teams experienced national success, so did his artwork of sports—these paintings of local athletes built the foundation of his career as a sports artist specializing in realistic portraits of the most influential athletes across the globe. ...

March 2024

Finance + Legal Services

Wealth Management Done Differently

Let Prevail Shape Your Wealth Amongst the Unpredictability of Today’s Market…and Have Fun While Doing It Article by Mindy Hargesheimer To ‘prevail’ is to prove more powerful, to be victorious, and in the case of Prevail Innovative Wealth Advisors, to overcome challenges associated with constant changes in the marketplace and to provide more control over financial freedom. Sound enticing? We think so. Who says finance can’t be fun? Meet one of Kansas City’s most experienced, successful...

March 2024

Education

Become a Part of the Ripple Effect

Kansas City’s SevenDays® Organization Celebrates 10 Years of Spreading Kindness and Making Our World a More Accepting Place Article by Mindy Hargesheimer Ten years ago, Kansas City experienced a deeply saddening event that rocked our city. Three individuals became victims of an unexpected hate crime at the hands of a White Supremacist, but what was born out of this tragic incident was a more promising future to inspire our youth to be kind. “Love, not hate” became the legacy of this day, along...

March 2024