Finance + Legal Services

Simple Investment, A Dynamic Impact

100 Women Coming Together to Invest in Douglas County Charities Article by Kristen Gonzales Investing takes on many forms. Sometimes it’s retirement portfolios, college tuition savings or that special once-in-a-lifetime trip. For Suzanne Wexler, founder of 100 Women Who Care of Douglas County, the best kind of investing is in the local community. “We started the group in 2023,” Suzanne states proudly. “We started with about 70 members, and now we’re coming up on our third anniversary, and we...

Home + Design

Elevating the Overlooked

Garage Kings: Reimagining the 'Real' Front Door Article by Angie Jehu | Photography by Provided by Derek Keller What do you consider the front door of your home? According to Derek Keller, Owner and Founder of Garage Kings, “For many families, the garage door is the real ‘front door’ of the home – it’s where the day begins and ends.” What was once a purely functional, often overlooked space is rapidly transforming into an integral extension of the modern home. The garage is no longer just for...

Life + Culture

BEYOND THE SCOREBOARDS: Investing in Mental Performance

Meet your Neighbor: Gina Tucci-Karnisovas Article by Angie Jehu | Photography by Provided by Gina Tucci-Karnisovas Tell our readers a little about yourself. We’ve lived in Colorado for 12 years and in BackCountry for 7 years. It’s the longest we’ve lived anywhere, so Colorado is home. As a sports family, I’ve been in and around sports my entire life, as an athlete, the wife of a sports executive,and a mom of athletes. My education and interest in sport psychology continue to provide the...

Life + Culture

Simple Spring Pleasures

Small Luxuries Satisfy While Colorado Awaits Warm Weather Article by LeAnn Parker & HRCL Staff | Photography by Janie Jones Spring, come quickly! Spring in Colorado is unpredictable, and can make the most joyful among us peevish and surly. Even in years with the mildest winters, spring can bring shivery and blustery weather. Here are a few ideas to lift your spirits and delight your senses. Pour yourself a refreshing cocktail, like an Aperol spritz, white wine sangria or herbaceous...