
Finance + Legal Services
Protection. Stability. Growth.
Smart money conversations with The Lavelle Group, chocolate included. Photography by Sarah Dawn Photography You’ve probably heard the saying, “The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second-best time is today.” When it comes to money, let's adjust that slightly, “The best time to start saving was at two weeks old. The second-best time is today!” And here’s the good news. While we may not have had a brokerage account in the nursery, we can start that early for our children. And...
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Finance + Legal Services
When the IRS Comes Calling
One business owner’s tax nightmare and the expert guidance that turned panic into a plan. Article by Kevin Getz | Photography by Sarah Dawn Photography It’s all fun and games until you get a letter from the IRS. Just ask Dale, the owner of A-Action Automotive. He thought his accounting software had everything under control, including the withholding taxes for all his employees. And although the quarterly tax forms were completed and sent to the IRS on time, no one was checking whether the...
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Wellness
Better Every Day
James Anderson is building confidence and independence through adaptive fitness Article by Julie Walker | Photography by Sarah Dawn Photography Small actions repeated consistently until they become habits. That’s where James Anderson believes real change begins. Working closely with individuals with disabilities and neurodivergence, he has seen firsthand how steady effort from both clients and parents leads to lasting transformation. For James, progress isn’t defined by dramatic...
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Home + Design
Replace Chaos With Confidence
How Bloom Kitchens’ Design/Build Process Helps Homeowners Move Forward With Peace of Mind Article by Julie Walker | Photography by The Humble Lion Photography & Bloom Kitchens You’ve been thinking about the idea for months. Maybe longer. You love the color of the kitchen backsplash you found on a Pinterest board, but it doesn’t quite go with the countertops. And you don’t even know what to do with the countertops, because you like them. And when is a good time to start this project anyway, as...
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Arts + Culture
Where the Light Lives
How a Colorado sunrise found its place inside a Broomfield home Article by Sarah Schierkolk | Photography by philuminous.com Some works of art don’t simply hang on a wall. They settle in. They become part of the rhythm of a home. For local landscape photographer Phil Castagneri , that quiet permanence is exactly the point. His work, rooted in patience, light, and a deep reverence for nature, is less about capturing a scene and more about preserving a feeling. One that can be returned to...
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Life + Culture
Homegrown Leadership
Brian and Jill Forman Strengthen Broomfield through Rotary Service Article by Julie Walker | Photography by Sarah Dawn Photography For Brian and Jill Forman, service is the lens through which they view their lives, their work and their community. That perspective became firmly planted in Broomfield, where they chose to raise their family. With two children who attended Broomfield High School and careers rooted in the community, the Formans experienced firsthand the support and connection in...
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Home + Design
Fresh Perspectives
From fingerprints to fresh mountain views, see how Broomfield’s NoCo Window Cleaning elevates home living. Article by Kevin Getz | Photography by Sarah Dawn Photography These days, home is more than a place to land at night. It's where work, family, creativity, and everyday life now share the same address. When the dining room becomes a boardroom and the living room a classroom, the atmosphere quietly shapes our mood each day. It seems we are constantly picking up the house, running the...
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Arts + Culture
Celestial Symphony
Local photographer Tim Seibert transforms fleeting moments of the Northern Lights into timeless art. Article by Sarah Schierkolk | Photography by Tim Seibert Photography & Sarah Dawn Photography You may never wake at 3 a.m. to photograph the beauty of the mountains at sunrise, but local Broomfielder Tim Seibert does. He follows the weather forecast with hopes of capturing moments most of us only dream of. His lens reveals the extraordinary in the everyday, like these rare Northern Lights...
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Life + Culture
Opening Doors To Imagination
How free monthly books help Broomfield children grow language skills, confidence, and connection. Article by Julie Walker A young boy reaches for the mailbox door, excitedly pulling it open. His eyes widen as he spots a book inside. “Mommy, look! A new book! It has whales on it!” he exclaims, waving it in the air as he races back into the house to show his family. Scenes like this are made possible by the Dolly Parton Imagination Library, locally led by the Broomfield Rotary . The program...
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Food + Beverage
Blushing Petals
A Valentine’s Day Mocktail by Cool as a Cucumber Article by Chris Rice | Photography by Chris Rice & Lisa Craig Photography This Valentine’s Day mocktail is a study in balance, creativity, and intention. Crafted by Chris Rice, owner of Cool as a Cucumber in Broomfield, this alcohol-free creation reflects his signature approach. Thoughtful, experimental, and rooted in fresh ingredients. Often described as a beverage scientist, Chris designs mocktails that feel layered and indulgent, proving...
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