Life + Culture

Beyond the Ballfield

Cultures Connect, Bonds are Built, Friendships Take Root Article by Patti Noble | Photography by Provided When a teenager from halfway around the world arrives with a suitcase, a baseball glove, and a mix of nerves and excitement, it’s not just the start of a tournament—it’s the beginning of something much bigger. Local host families might begin the week eager to share their corner of the world, but they often find themselves just as enriched by what they receive in return. What unfolds over...

Life + Culture

Adventure Calling

Seeking Adventure Wherever That May Be Article by Katie Bobrow | Photography by Alex Rogers Adventure. A word that means many different things to different people and often shifts in meaning as we move through life. What once seemed mundane or boring at twenty may sound exhilarating at forty-five. But no matter how you define it, adventure always means stepping outside your comfort zone and embracing something new. For Alex Rogers, that meant hitting the road in his van three and a half years...

Food + Beverage

Artisan Grilled Cheese

This month’s invitation is to elevate a traditional sandwich to a worthy new level. Article and Photography by Klaudia Burian Artisanal fare has made a powerful resurgence in towns around the country. Food and drink made in traditional simple ways, offers a moment of paying homage to culinary creators of the past, reviving their legacy. Bread, cheese, heirloom vegetables and small batch beers offer an opportunity to awaken the senses and please the palate. A variety of microbrewed beers can...

Local Services

The Heart of the Work

Grounded in service, lifted by compassion and shared purpose Article by Patti Noble | Photography by Sharmila Taylor & Samantha Murphy In a company built on service calls, it’s the quiet call to serve and the way employees pour into their community that really stands out.  The spirit of giving, support, and ‘paying it forward’ is deeply woven into the culture at Black Diamond Plumbing and Mechanical.  What began in 1999 as a plumbing and sewer company, today has grown into a multi-division...