Health + Wellness

Physical Therapy with Heart

Raines Physical Therapy and Performance Article by Nikita Hanif | Photography by Rebecca Judy Raines Physical Therapy and Performance is more than just your average clinic; it’s a family-owned physical therapy practice that embodies community, compassion and a commitment to individualized care. Owned by Aiken locals Josh and Bethany Raines, the practice is a testament to their passion for physical therapy and the community they hold dear. With a focus on creating a supportive, welcoming...

Health + Wellness

New Year, New Skin

Beginning the Process of Investing in Your Skin with Aiken Medical Aesthetics Article by Ashley Elvis | Photography by Rebecca Judy Armed with years of experience, a caring and highly-trained staff and a passion for improving the lives of others, Kristin Cadavos, owner of Aiken Medical Aesthetics, is helping her clients invest in themselves by investing in their skincare. In the aesthetics world, med spas started as a quick stop for botox but have evolved into so much more, ensuring patients...

Life + Culture

A Second Chance for Tally

The Story of an American Mustang's New Life in Aiken, SC Article by Nikita Hanif | Photography by Rebecca Judy Deborah Maffettone has always had a heart for animals. When she moved to Aiken, South Carolina, four and a half years ago, she sought opportunities to make a difference in the local rescue community. Her journey led her to Halfway to Heaven Mustang Rescue, a nonprofit organization dedicated to the care, training and adoption of wild American Mustangs. For Maffettone, it was the...

Travel

A Weekend in LaGrange, Georgia

Charm, Music and Lemon Sugar Cookie Ice Cream Article by Gayle Bryan | Photography by Gayle Bryan and Provided One of the best parts of publishing a magazine is exploring exciting locales and pretending it is work! My husband and I recently enjoyed a getaway to LaGrange, Georgia, to enhance our mental health and wellness. It was exactly what we needed—a perfect blend of charm, relaxation and discovery. From the moment we arrived, the town welcomed us with open arms, offering a balance of...

Fitness

Meet the Aiken Fillies

Aiken Women Aged 16-71 Find Fitness, Fun and Fellowship on the Basketball Court Article and Photography by Gayle Bryan Staying fit isn’t confined to working out in a fitness center. The Aiken Fillies is a diverse group of women ages 16 to 71 who get their reps in on the basketball court. Formed in 2022 by Ruth Siegfried and Darcy Armstrong, the Fillies practice weekly and compete in tournaments, some in conjunction with the National Senior Games Association. What started as a way to reconnect...

Entertainment

Holiday Traditions

The Aiken City Lifestyle Team Talk Holiday Traditions Article by Aiken City Lifestyle | Photography by Provided Gayle Bryan Publisher From making my mom’s famous eggnog to donning matching family plaid shirts, the Bryan family embraces Christmas traditions. But none are so dear as the annual meeting of "Papa’s Christmas Sweater Club." Since my dad’s passing years ago, my kids and I have honored his memory by wearing his treasured Christmas sweaters when we gather for our Christmas Eve...

Shopping

Custom Gifts for Everyone

Discover Personalized Holiday Favorites with Aiken Embroidery and Design Article by Nikita Hanif | Photography by Rebecca Judy Jodi Powell, owner of Aiken Embroidery and Design, has spent the last four years growing her business into the go-to spot for personalized gifts and custom items,  offering services like embroidery, sublimation, vinyl and laser engraving. Powell adds a unique touch to each piece. With the holiday season approaching, she wanted to share her holiday gift guide...

Beauty

Holiday Radiance from Flawless Glow

Get your Glow for the Holiday Season with these Products and Services Article by Nikita Hanif | Photography by Rebecca Judy As Christmas approaches, Jeannette Moseley, owner of Flawless Glow Studio and Spa, is sharing her favorite services and treatments to gift to loved ones this holiday season. Her top picks offer both luxury and visible results, making them perfect presents for anyone looking to treat themselves or others to a holiday glow-up. Moseley highlights the effectiveness of her...

Health + Wellness

Restaurant Server to Healer

Tasha Davis’s Journey and Dedication to her Hometown Article by Nikita Hanif | Photography by Rebecca Judy Tasha Davis, owner and nurse practitioner of Downtown Hydration and Wellness in Aiken, SC, epitomizes perseverance and a deep-rooted commitment to her community. With a long and meaningful history in Aiken, her journey to owning a thriving wellness business is due to her determination and passion for helping others. Davis’s story began in her early days as a restaurant server at the...

Home + Design

30 Years of Christmas Magic

Jo and John Galamback’s Adventure Collecting Patricia Breen Christmas Ornaments Article by Gayle Bryan | Photography by Meghann Padgett Photography and Film For Jo and John Galamback, Christmas isn’t just a holiday—it’s a celebration of art, history and cherished memories. Over the past 30 years, the couple, who have lived in their Woodside home since the early 1990s, have built an extraordinary collection of Patricia Breen Christmas ornaments.  Jo and John’s story begins unexpectedly, like...