Life + Culture

Fashion Forward

Prevail Aids Survivors of Crime and Abuse Article by Amy Adams | Photography by Lori Adams For nearly 40 years, Prevail has provided comprehensive advocacy and support to victims of crime and abuse throughout Hamilton County, having helped more than 3,100 victims last year alone. In its 13th year, Prevail’s Spring Fashion Show invites community members and local vendors to join them in their mission. Following browsing and social time, a delicious luncheon leads into the eagerly anticipated...

Arts + Culture

In Full Bloom

Cecily Fox Spreads Beauty One Bouquet at a Time Article by Amy Adams | Photography by Logan Clark (Thynk Creative) Flowers speak to people in so many ways — a vibrant array of colors representing love and  congratulations, soft petals and sweet perfume offering comfort and peace.  “I can’t look at a bunch of colors and the faces of flowers and not be happy,” says Cecily Fox, owner of Sweet Peas Flower Farm.  Fox grew up on her family’s farm in Hamilton County.  “The love of the outdoors...

Food + Beverage

The Sweeter Side Of Life

Beyond Iconic Confections, Cake Bake Founder Gwendolyn Rogers Creates Joy Article by Amy Adams | Photography by Logan Clark (Thynk Creative) It’s nearly impossible to live in the Carmel area and not know about The Cake Bake Shop by Gwendolyn Rogers in Carmel City Center, or its sister location in Broad Ripple. From birthdays and anniversaries to brunch and afternoon tea, Cake Bake is the go-to spot for a celebratory atmosphere with a full tantalizing menu and a plethora of decadent desserts...

Health + Wellness

What Your Body Needs

Elizabeth Cain Shares What Has Helped Her Through a Difficult Diagnosis Article by Amy Adams | Photography by Brianna Richardson Photography In the spring of 2015, Elizabeth Cain lay hospitalized following the onset of a series of odd symptoms, mentally shocked and frightened at her recent diagnosis of muscular sclerosis (MS), a degenerative autoimmune disease for which there is no cure.  Cain says the words of Andy Dufresne, played by actor Tim Robbins in The Shawshank Redemption, kept...

Home Services

The True Cost of Waiting:

What starts as a small crack in a tile or a bit of peeling grout might seem harmless. But overtime, those little signs of wear allow water to seep into places it doesn’t belong—behind walls,under floors, into substructures.That moisture leads to mold, rotting wood, and plumbing problems that are far more expensiveto fix than updating your bathroom early. Waiting can turn a simple remodel into a full-scalerepair job. So, a remodel is really an investment in your home’s longevity, safety, and...

Fitness

Getting to the Core

Strength, Stability and Mobility — It’s ELEMENTAL Article by Amy Adams | Photography by Brianna Richardson Photography What do you get when you combine the passions of a former competitive softball player certified in Pilates and the GYROTONIC Method with a former professional football player who has a degree in exercise science and years of experience as a strength and conditioning coach? You get ELEMENTAL — a specialty fitness and lifestyle practice started by Jessica Strom and Chris...

Finance + Legal Services

Enriching Lives

Caring For Clients, Colleagues and the Community Article by Amy Adams | Photography by Logan Clark (Thynk Creative) Every year, the United Way of Central Indiana bestows its Spirit United award on an organization that exemplifies a culture of giving back and making a positive impact on the community. In 2024, that award went to Goelzer Investment Management. For the past 11 years, the local investment firm has celebrated 100 percent of its team members contributing to the United Way, which...

Health + Wellness

Every Smile a Work of Art

Making the World a Better Place One Smile at a Time Article by Amy Adams | Photography by Logan Clark (Thynk Creative) Dr. Tasha Hall knows the importance of a smile. It can be the defining characteristic of a person’s appearance.  “Smiles are part of every photo,” she says. “It’s your first impression in an interview.” However, Hall understands firsthand that not everyone feels comfortable smiling.  For more than a decade, she served as Director of Craniofacial Orthodontics at Indiana...

Arts + Culture

Creating Beauty One Small Piece at a Time

Local Mosaic Artist Nancy Keating Brings Joy to Carmel Through Creations and Community Collaborations Article by Amy Adams It’s a popular spot. Passersby the Monon Trail near Midtown stop and take selfies in front of the glistening, brightly colored, seven-foot-wide butterfly wings that seem ready to take flight.  A kaleidoscope of colors, shapes and sizes, the thousands of tiny pieces of glass represent the diversity of residents from all over the area.  Like the butterfly, its designer...

Home Services

Bathroom Trends That Boost Home Value:

A place where you start and end your day, your bathroom should feel both functional and relaxing. But design trends change, and what once felt stylish can quickly become outdated (and maybe even a little frustrating to use).So, what’s in for 2025? Ahead, we’re breaking down the latest bathroom trends that make your space more comfortable and functional—plus the outdated features that might be dragging it down. Whether you’re planning a full remodel or just looking for small updates, here’s...