Health + Wellness

Seven Is the New Smile Standard

Why Dr. Meagan Sturm of Rêve Ortho says age 7 is the Magic Number for Your Child’s First Orthodontic Visit Article by Brooke Felder | Photography by Jonathan Wade When most parents think about orthodontics, they often picture preteens in braces—usually somewhere around middle school. But according to Dr. Meagan Sturm of Rêve Orthodontics, the ideal time for a child’s first orthodontic checkup is actually age seven . “By age seven, most children have a mix of baby and adult teeth, which gives...

Education

Looking Out for All

These three Decatur school crossing guards uplift and protect our students. Article by Natalie Fox | Photography by John Wachs The importance of an extended circle of trusted adults in kids' lives has proven benefits, and our Decatur Crossing Guards are no exception. Safety is their priority, but they do so much more than help students cross safely; they provide warmth, reassurance, and attentive care. By starting each day with a smile (and often, hugs and dancing), our City of Decatur...

Arts + Culture

Happy Twirling

Tutu School Decatur Creates Joy Through Dance Article by Brandon Malcolm | Photography by Connelly Crowe At the Tutu School, it’s always time to dance. “Every kid deserves to twirl and dance, right?” says Tutu School owner Tenéa Albright. Founded on the principles of creativity, joy, and the belief that every child should know what it feels like to dance, the Tutu School is a pre-ballet program built for children starting at 6 months. “We start with the very basics of ballet and movement...

Food + Beverage

Made with Love

From easing Weekday Chaos to Grief Support, one local kitchen is redefining mealtime. Article by Josh Cornwall | Photography by John Wachs For Nancy Campbell, founder of Radiant Health Kitchen in Decatur, the food her team prepares goes beyond nourishment; it often provides care and connection for busy families in the community. “I was brought up by a mother who insisted the phone wasn’t answered and the TV was off at dinnertime,” Campbell said. “She created a nurturing space around the...