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The Path to a Perfect, Straight Smile
Have you ever dreamed of having a beautifully straight smile—without uncomfortable procedures or outdated techniques? You're not alone, and the great news is: today’s orthodontic treatments are more comfortable, discreet, and effective than ever before. Whether you're exploring options for your child, your teen, or yourself, our team at Godley Family Orthodontics is here to guide you every step of the way.In this helpful guide, we’ll explore the most popular teeth-straightening methods available...
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Simplifying Spaces
For Three Generations, The Ross Family Has Been Building a Legacy With a Single Mission Article by Ally Straczek | Photography by Brianna Richardson Closet Concepts Inc., a three-generational company, prioritizes family values while creating storage solutions for central Indiana residents. “For more than 30 years, our team has designed closets, pantries, garages and more,” says Michelle Ross, vice president of human resources and accounting. Ross’s father-in-law, Bob, started Closet...
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Tackling the Honey-Do List
Don't Let Those Undone Projects Diminish the Value of Your Home Article by Amy Adams Let’s just admit it. We all have that list of repairs, maintenance and improvements we need to do around our homes. Whether it’s that we don’t have the time or don’t have the know-how, we seem to keep adding to the list without really checking anything off. “My wife has a list,” says Chris Bennett, owner of Handyman Now. “There’s a hole there; that door sticks.” This is exactly what Bennett had in mind when...
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Love Where You Lead
Superintendent Michael Beresford Has Worked His Entire Career To Ensure Our Kids Become Good Humans Article by Andrea Kulsrud | Photography by Logan Clark (Thynk Creative) As the freshness of spring blooms, Carmel City Lifestyle got to reflect with the outgoing superintendent of Carmel Clay Schools, Michael Beresford, Ed.D. — affectionately known as “Dr. B” by students. The changing season feels symbolic as he prepares to close one chapter and begin another: retirement at the end of this...
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