Life + Culture

Minted in Gold

America's Only Living Currency Model Brings Sacajawea to Life Article by Jordan Gray | Photography by Courtesy Randy'L Teton You likely have Randy’L Teton’s portrait in your house. If you’re not sure where to look, check your piggy bank. Teton modeled for the Sacajawea dollar; a golden $1 coin introduced in 2000. Since then, the U.S. currency model has traveled the country, served on tribal and museum boards, and been a coin show favorite. A Lifelong Fascination Teton related to the Lewis...

Home + Design

Glowing Garden Discovery

An Idaho scientist explores how bioluminescence brings new curiosity to everyday plant life Article by Sabina Dana Plasse | Photography by Erin Roberts, RIS, For centuries, petunias have brightened gardens with their colors and resilience. But a new variety is attracting attention for a very different reason—after dark, it glows. The Firefly™ Petunia is the world’s first bioluminescent plant widely available to the public. Its soft green glow is the result of decades of research and genetic...

Health + Wellness

Seasonal Self-Care Rituals

Treat your body and mind with spa treatments designed to align with nature’s rhythm—refreshing, restorative, and led by women Article by Taylor Van Arsdale | Photography by Provided As the seasons change, so do our needs for self-care and rejuvenation. Seasonal spa specials offer the perfect opportunity to indulge in treatments designed to align with the rhythms of nature. Explore these must-try spa treatments for every season—along with the local, women-led spas that offer them. Spring...

Arts + Culture

Independent Bookstores Grow Amid Challenges

Boise’s beloved bookstore navigates expansion, community engagement, and the evolving landscape of independent bookselling Article by Pamela Kleibrink Thompson | Photography by Jacey Anderson, Katie Boyle, Melissa Peterson For nearly two decades, Rediscovered Books has been a cornerstone of Boise’s literary community, evolving from a small independent bookstore into a multi-location operation with a strong emphasis on community engagement. While many independent bookstores have struggled to...

Shopping

Crafting with Purpose

In an era of mass production, Jytte Mau preserves tradition, quality, and sustainability through hand-finished, locally made wool beanies Article by Sabina Dana Plasse | Photography by Kirsten Shultz In a quiet corner of Hailey, Idaho, Jytte Mau has spent decades doing something that rarely draws headlines but remains central to her identity: making things by hand. She has lived in the Wood River Valley for more than 40 years, and her approach to work hasn’t changed much during that time. ...

Arts + Culture

Boise + Eagle Events

MAY 2025 Article and Photography by 1 — Wonder Women of Country Shrine Social Club, 7 PM: Three incredible artists, one unforgettable night of music. dice.fm 1-11 —Fiddler on the Roof Morrison Center: Continuing 105 years of free musical events. boisemusicweek.org 2-4 — The Sleeping Beauty Morrison Center: Tchaikovsky’s iconic score and breathtaking ballet. morrisoncenter.com 3 — Boise River Marathon Boise River, 6:30 AM: Race through Boise’s stunning scenery! findarace.com 3...

Life + Culture

Inspired By Susan Roghani

Bringing Persian-inspired flavors and family traditions to Idaho’s dining scene Article by Staff Writer | Photography by Phil White, 8th Street Studio From lotions to libations (wine that is), and family sharing Persian foods, Susan Roghani regales listeners with stories one might see on a streaming show featuring international restaurants and chefs.  Roghani’s Restaurant  began service of foods inspired by family and Persia in April. The new dishes are layered in flavors that cause a...

Life + Culture

The Health Benefits of Being Nice

How Kindness Improves Health, Lowers Stress, and Boosts Happiness Naturally Article by Rourke O’Brien Lower Stress Levels One of the most significant health benefits of being nice is its ability to reduce stress levels. When we are kind to others, it activates the reward centers in our brain, releasing feel-good hormones like oxytocin and dopamine. These hormones help reduce stress and anxiety while improving our overall mood. Better Heart Health Being nice can also...

Beauty

From Nutrition Roots to Regenerative Aesthetics and Wellness

Idaho Nutrition founder Deena Lajoie launches Ascend Med Spa, uniting science-based skin care, aesthetics, and wellness for a full-spectrum, whole-person approach to health Article by Staff Writer | Photography by Phil White, 8th Street Studio What began as a nutrition practice rooted in science and concern for community health is now expanding into whole-person wellness. Deena LaJoie, founder of Idaho Nutrition, has opened Ascend Med Spa, bringing skin care and aesthetic services into the...

Life + Culture

Quiet Determination, Lasting Impact

Treasure Valley women are leading with resilience, reshaping communities, and showing what’s possible when passion meets perseverance and bold vision Article by Staff Writer | Photography by Phil White, 8th Street Studio This season, we’re turning our focus to the women who are transforming quiet determination into lasting impact. These are the voices that often begin behind the scenes—steady, thoughtful, and persistent—and grow into forces that shift conversations, open doors, and build...