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Your Hardwood Floors Might Be Worth Saving

You've lived with those hardwood floors for years. Maybe they're looking a little tired, or perhaps you're remodeling your kitchen and wondering how to make the new flooring match what's already there.Then someone tells you the existing hardwood is too old to match.Not so fast!One of the most common misconceptions we encounter is that older hardwood floors can't be matched or extended into other rooms.The reality? We do it regularly, and some projects with floors that are more than 60 years...

Life + Culture

Built on Community, Rooted in Gratitude

Behind every local business is a story of support. This season, they’re saying thank you. Photography by Provided Mike Ellis Owner | Colorado Tinting  Who has helped you get where you are today, and what would you thank them for? I wouldn't be where I am today without my family, my team and the many customers who believe in me along the way. I started learning window tint and paint protection film when I was just 17 and, over the years, so many people have helped me learn, grow, and keep...

Food + Beverage

Make It Steaksgiving

Start a delicious new Thanksgiving tradition with Southern Steer Butcher’s steaks, sides, and local expertise. Article by Megan De La Rosa | Photography by Provided Save a bird. Serve a steak. This Thanksgiving, give the holiday table a delicious twist with Southern Steer Butcher on Arapahoe Road. Choose steak as your centerpiece, add prepared sides, and gather your favorite people. Call it Steaksgiving: familiar comforts, a fresh tradition, and plenty of reasons to give thanks. The...

Local Services

Making Sure No Mom Feels Alone

A Conversation With Nikki Brooker, Founder & CEO of YANA Article by Valerie Bianculli | Photography by Pink Poppy Media For readers who may be new to YANA, what does the organization do and who does it serve? YANA stands for “You Are Not Alone.” I created the nonprofit in 2017 with the mission of ensuring that every family and every mom feels safe, valued, and accepted. Our Centennial community room provides families with essentials like diapers, wipes, formula, clothing, and shoes at no...

Health + Wellness

Turning Connection Into Action

A Conversation With Kelli Melissa Reinhardt, Founder & CEO of Make Mental Health Matter Founder & CEO Article by Valerie Bianculli | Photography by Pink Poppy Media What is Make Mental Health Matter, and who does it serve? Make Mental Health Matter is a nonprofit focused on building stronger, more connected communities through Action, Conversation, and Education. We equip everyday people with the skills and confidence to recognize when someone may be struggling, start meaningful...

Arts + Culture

Community Comes Full Circle

The Streets at SouthGlenn’s Street Smarts program is bringing local businesses, schools, and families together Article by Valerie Bianculli At The Streets at SouthGlenn, a trip to the grocery store, dinner with the family, or an afternoon spent at a community event can mean more than checking something off the to-do list. Through Street Smarts, everyday shopping and community participation can help support local schools, creating a connection between the businesses people frequent and the...

Food + Beverage

Fresh Latin Flavors

Sazón is teaming up with InVINtions to highlight delicious and unique Latin flavor pairings. Article by Larissa Croll | Photography by Pink Poppy Media Sazón and InVINtions winery may sound like two very different businesses, but they have more in common than some might realize. Both businesses are owned and operated by Colorado natives. Both focus on fresh, hand-crafted offerings for their customers. And now, these local favorites have teamed up to bring an elevated Latin wine pairing menu to...

Home + Design

A Stellar Kitchen Remodel

Your dream kitchen is closer than you think. Article by Sophia Lisco The kitchen is the heart of the home. It’s not just the place where you cook and enjoy meals, but it’s a center of gathering and connection. It doesn’t matter if you’re embarking on a culinary adventure, reheating leftovers, or feeding a family of five, your kitchen is where everything (and everyone) comes together. This is why your kitchen should suit your needs, not the other way around. Steller Renovation Solutions is...

Food + Beverage

A Slice for Everyone

Finally, a gluten free dinner that doesn’t feel like a compromise. Article by Amanda Maughmer | Photography by Pink Poppy Media Over time, us gluten-free diners have learned to lower our expectations. Appetizer? Probably not. Entrée? There’s always a salad. Dessert? That’s cute.  Going out to eat with friends should be simple. Pick a restaurant, order something delicious and enjoy the company. When you eat gluten-free, though, there’s often an extra step: the interrogation. Nothing makes you...

Food + Beverage

Centennial Served Three Ways

Three restaurants. Three personalities. One dining scene with plenty more to discover. Article and Photography by David Simonson Centennial has no shortage of amazing dining and entertainment venues, and the variety is part of what makes exploring its restaurant scene so much fun. These three are just the tip of the iceberg. Great food matters, but it’s the people, atmosphere, and experiences behind it that truly make a restaurant memorable.  Metropolitan Bar & Grill Sometimes the best...