Health + Wellness

ensuring Optimal Healthcare as you Age

In a recent article form the AARP Bulletin, they answer the question, “Where Have All The Doctors Gone?” The article discusses why we have so few physicians. The first is not enough people are going into healthcare. The second is many physicians are leaving the field of healthcare. Several factors are contributing to qualified providers choosing to leave the profession including: decreased reimbursement, high workload, and more paperwork.It goes on to point out that not only will there be a huge...

Home Services

Taking Care Of Loved Ones

CaringLegends: Secure Compassionate Care Like Families Would Provide Article by Robin Seaton Jefferson It has been said that the best investment one can make isn’t in gold. It’s in the people you love. Pat McKay and the CaringLegends staff help people make those deposits every day. “So many times, people want to take their loved ones to a facility, but the compassionate care they expect is sometimes not there,” says Pat, director of the St. Louis-based, in-home care services and social...

Arts + Culture

An Unforgettable Evening

City Lifestyle's Social Hour Was An Elevated Experience To Collaborate Article by Kelley Lamm | Photography by Christina Iris Schmidt Stepping down beneath the surface, where a private passcode was the key to entry, guests were transported into an intimate world of elegance and charm. The Social Hour wasn’t just an event—it was an experience. The air hummed with laughter and conversation, connections unfolded effortlessly, and the ambiance was nothing short of sophisticated. A heartfelt thank...

Life + Culture

Investing One's Time

Advice Editorial: Ways To Give Back Article by Mel Boban The most limited resource people have is time. When thinking about investing or donating, we often consider money or physical assets. But in reality, dedicating time to a cause or foundation in local communities pays off tenfold, too. There are many ways, both one-time and ongoing, to help in neighborhoods and in many cases all they cost is time. The best part is that you can include friends and family members, and maybe even get a...

Health + Wellness

Transform Scars Into Superpowers

Sisi Siham Helps Women Rise Beyond Adversities Article by Robin Seaton Jefferson Sisi is so much more than her adversity. And she wants other women to understand that they are, too. Siham “Sisi” Surgant is a mom. She speaks five languages and holds three degrees. She has traveled the world. She is a transformation coach, a designer and now a medalist in bikini bodybuilding. But it’s her story of struggle that fuels her passion. The Cottleville woman was severely burned on her chin...

Health + Wellness

Reverse Foot Pain

Foot Solutions Team Provides Patients With Relief, Correct Alignment, Custom Orthotics, Improved Balanced Article by Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Courtesy of Foot Solutions Foot wellness experts at Foot Solutions in Chesterfield craft custom-prescribed orthotics and supply supportive, recommended footwear for all ages of patients, spanning young athletes to active seniors. "No matter your age or stage of life, proper foot care creates the foundation to optimize your health and...

Arts + Culture

Living Well, Leading With G.R.I.T.

International Best-Selling Author Jennifer Bardot: “When Someone Lives Their Passion, Sparks Fly." Article by Julie Brown Patton St. Louis author Jennifer Bardot’s anthology six-book series, called G.R.I.T., hit No. 1 International Best-Selling status. Standing for growth, resilience, intention and tenacity, the books are part of a series she references as the Deconstruction G.R.I.T. Collection. “Grit encourages hope, which allows us to step into our power," she explains.  In 2021, spurred...

Home + Design

Intro To Composting

How To Create Rich Soil Article by Mel Boban ​​​​​​Benefits of composting reach far and wide. Not only does compost feed plants with nutrients out of kitchen waste, it diverts trash from the landfill. The only cost to composting is time and the bins required to 'cook' the compost. The soil created can reduce reliance on chemical fertilizers and can hold more water than other soil types, keeping plants hydrated and healthy. Plus, plants will love it! First, select bins. Luckily, some...

Home + Design

Houses Built To Last For Generations

Fischer Homes' Professionals Provide Forever Homes, Caring Communities Article by Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Provided by Fischer Homes Homes are where people's distinctive stories begin, and solid beginnings are vital for homeowners. "Promise only what you can deliver, and deliver what you promise," were the wise words of Henry Fischer, co-founder of Fischer Homes, along with his wife, Elaine, during 1980. While they launched the company in Kentucky, they expanded the business into...

Home + Design

2025 Home Remodeling Trends

Discover 8 Inspiring Ideas To Transform Homes and Create Beautiful, Functional, Welcoming Spaces Article by Michaela Pearce | Photography by Anne Matheis With four decades of experience in the home remodeling industry, Liston Design Build team members have helped clients ideate and integrate a myriad of design/build decisions to meet changing needs and preferences over the years. In 2025, several exciting trends are emerging that focus on creating personalized, functional and welcoming spaces...