Wellness

Love Your Health: Prioritizing Better Sleep

Improve nightly sleep stages to boost focus, balance, and vitality. Article by Dawn Smith, MD Restorative sleep is the foundation of physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Increasing the quality of your sleep is one of the most effective ways to improve overall quality of life. It takes place across multiple stages including deep sleep and REM sleep. Deep sleep is essential for repairing tissues, balancing hormones, regulating appetite, and supporting metabolic health. REM (rapid eye...

Home + Design

LOCAL BUT LUXURIOUS

Buying custom furniture is surprisingly easy and doesn’t require a trip out of town! Article and Photography by Dianne Orwig Locals in Gainesville are often astonished when they first step into Walker Furniture’s spacious 43,000 sq. ft. showroom. “ I thought I had to travel to Jacksonville or Tampa for this level of quality and selection, ” ‘is a comment we hear a lot,’ says 3rd generation co-owner and store manager, Mary Kate Walker. Unlike the usual “stock” stores, where what you see is...

Fitness

Fit Together, Love Stronger

Couples who train together stay motivated, connected, and committed Article by Adam Mindick | Photography by Adam Mindick & Prost Photography This February, strengthen more than your muscles - strengthen your relationship.  - Higher Motivation: You inspire each other to push harder and show up even on tough days. - Quality Time: Workouts become meaningful moments away from the daily grind to reconnect. - Deeper Connection: Shared challenges and victories strengthen emotional...

Arts + Culture

Local Voices, Lasting Stories

Honoring local authors whose work reflects our community’s spirit, history, and the transformative power of storytelling. Article and Photography by Betsy Pepine   Breaking Boxes: Dismantling the Metaphorical Boxes that Bind Us Gainesville has been my home since childhood, and it’s the place that taught me how much possibility exists when people are supported, encouraged, and given room to grow. After more than twenty years leading and mentoring in real estate, I realized that the biggest...