Auto + Marine

Built On Trust

A sit-down with Stang Auto Tech, where passion, personal investment, and a people-first approach set independent auto care apart Article by Sarah Schierkolk | Photography by Sarah Dawn Photography Most people don’t think about their mechanic…until something goes wrong. And in that moment, what you’re really looking for isn’t just a repair, it’s someone you can trust. There’s something reassuring about having a place to go when your car needs attention, somewhere you’re known, your concerns...

Health + Wellness

The Rhythm of Precision

Neurosurgeon Dr. Christopher Talbot balances surgery, music, and mindset, leading with intention in every arena Article by Julie Walker “Whatever you do will be insignificant, but it is very important that you do it.” This quote by Mahatma Gandhi is more than a philosophy for Dr. Christopher Talbot—it’s how he lives his life, both in and out of the operating room. Whether he’s mentoring young physicians, guiding patients through recovery or moving through everyday routines at home, the...

Life + Culture

The Weight We Carry

A local team takes on a 14er to bring visibility to the burdens many families carry every day Article by Julie Walker | Photography by Sarah Dawn Photography Imagine hiking a 14er with an extra 50 pounds on your back… Every step, every rock to climb over, every breath already takes effort. Now add the weight of a packed suitcase or a small child as you push toward a 14,000+ foot summit. That’s exactly what James Anderson and 10 others will be doing using weighted vests or weighted packs...

Life + Culture

The Power of Showing Up

How one Broomfield resident turned a lifetime of work into a legacy of giving Article by Kevin Getz Remarkable cities attract remarkable people. Broomfield is that kind of place, and Ben Vagher is that kind of citizen. Born and raised in rural southeastern Colorado, Ben often visited Broomfield, where his uncle lived. After graduating from the University of Southern Colorado on a basketball scholarship in 1975, he moved to the area to begin his career as a math teacher. He soon married his...

Life + Culture

Power in Her Hands

The quiet work of care, connection, and legacy unfolding all around us Article by Sarah Schierkolk | Photography by Sarah Dawn Photography We all know a woman like this. The one who shows up before she’s asked. Who carries more than anyone realizes, yet somehow still makes space for others. The one who listens a little longer, gives a little more, and holds steady when everything around her feels uncertain. She might be the calm in a crisis. The voice of wisdom in a hard decision. The one...

Style + Beauty

Inside Her Bag

The women of Family Hearing share the little things they carry through their day. Article by Sarah Schierkolk | Photography by Sarah Dawn Photography Between patient appointments, family schedules, and the steady rhythm of caring for others, the women of Family Hearing carry more than just the essentials. Their bags are part survival kit and part storybook, filled with the small things that keep life moving and the meaningful pieces that remind them why they do what they do. In a field...

Wellness

Receiving as a Spiritual Practice

Reclaiming Balance, Worthiness, and Grace Through the Art of Receiving Article by Jennesa Yanez, MA LPC Many women are natural givers. We give our time, energy, love, and care to everyone around us. It feels instinctive, like breathing. For many of us, receiving doesn’t come easily. If you’ve ever felt uncomfortable accepting help, brushed off a compliment, or found yourself saying, “It’s okay, I’ve got it,” even when you didn’t, this one’s for you. The truth is, receiving is a spiritual...

Style + Beauty

The Pampered Mom Gift Guide

A Curated Collection of Local Experiences to Restore, Refresh, and Care for Her Beyond Mother’s Day Article by Sarah Schierkolk | Photography by Provided Motherhood is beautiful, demanding, and often centered around everyone else. This Mother’s Day, we invite you to turn the focus back to her. From moments of quiet relaxation to indulgent, confidence-boosting experiences, these thoughtfully curated local favorites are designed to restore, refresh, and celebrate the women who give so much, with...

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...

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...