Arts + Culture

Books To Read Now

In the spirit of our women's issue we dive into women's lit Article by Amy Bailey Society is reframing narratives shaped by the female experience, what once was suppose to shrink a woman is now her moment to be reborn - a chance to find her strength and transform her life. It is the rise of women's literature and here are some of my favorites that will empower you and inspire you. Each offering a different thought-provoking perspective, each a unique female experience brought to life to be...

Health + Wellness

When Women Are For Each Other

Deepen your friendships and build bonds that strengthen and uplift your day-to-day life Article by Stephanie Cashin For the past year, my favorite podcast has been the series of eight-minute voice memos my friend Julia and I send each other. She lives 200 miles away, but we have talked daily through all the things: fertility and divorce, business and grief, holidays and dating. Navigating becoming more fully ourselves while showing up for the day-to-day. Some days the memos are full of...

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Mother's Day Gift Guide

Make her feel special with these thoughtful gifts for every budget Article by Casey Creque Mother's Day is a day to slow down and honor those women who built us, the ones who will drop whatever to lend a helping hand. No gift will ever say "thank you" on the level they deserve, but these local finds are a great way to show your appreciation this Mother's Day.  1. MONTEMARE Sedona Work Tote- $258 @designtheoryinteriors 2. Susan Gordon Pottery @susangordonpottery 3. Hoff Interiors...

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Designing for Real Life: Why “Perfect” Homes Are Out in 2026

Scroll through social media for even a few minutes, and it’s easy to feel like every home should look like a magazine spread—immaculate countertops, perfectly styled shelves, and not a single out-of-place detail. For years, that “perfect home” aesthetic defined what many people thought good design should be.But in 2026, that mindset is shifting—and here in Huntsville, homeowners are leading the charge.Today’s most beautiful homes aren’t the most pristine. They’re the most personal.The Shift Away...

Arts + Culture

She Creates

Local artists styled as iconic female artists Article by Amy Bailey | Photography by Jennifer Tarkington and Tamika Watford Having coffee with a friend who was planning a large scale art inspired event based on Frida Kahlo sparked an idea inside that led to this fashion styled photo shoot. Here we photograph local female artists as iconic female artists. The result a colorful display of each woman in her element invoking a spirit of art and beauty that lives inside each.   Rossina Boyer as...

Life + Culture

Women Of Worth

Women who are making a lasting difference in the community and in the state Article by Amy Bailey and Casey Creque   April Briggs, Huntsville Learning Center What is success to you? Having the abundance of time, the richness of energy, and spiritual capacity to sustain myself, and enough in reserve to help other people. What inspired you to become involved in your community? First, my Mom who never met a stranger and would feed anyone. And my Dad, he took me to church and I got...

Arts + Culture

Self Reflection

Artist Anna Husband's colorful, reflective representation of women Article by Amy Bailey | Photography by Tamika Watford For some artists, creativity is something discovered over time, but for others, it’s been there all along. From childhood art classes to spreading her love for art through tattooing to developing a distinct voice through portraiture, Anna Husband's style reflects an ever-evolving connection to creativity, identity, and self-expression. When did your love for art begin?  ...

Finance + Legal Services

AL Law

Attorneys Sherrod and Mastando not only defend the law, but change it Article by Martha Lynn Coon For the last century, many women have played a vital role in ensuring a just and equitable future for all Alabamians. Some are more well-known than others: Rosa Parks, who, as a young activist, intentionally refused to give up her seat on a bus in Montgomery, an action that would spark the Montgomery Bus Boycott and build a foundation for the Civil Rights Movement in America. Less well known but...

Style + Beauty

Shop Buru

A clothing line with a Southern flare designed by Alabama graduate Morgan Hutchinson for busy moms Article by Amy Bailey Launched in 2013 after the birth of her first child, BURU was born out of a deeply personal frustration: the lack of clothing that felt both functional and fashion-forward for women navigating the early, demanding years of motherhood. Morgan Hutchinson, drawing from her background as a stylist and lingerie designer, envisioned garments that could move seamlessly through a...

Fitness

Just Keep Running

Two Huntsville women who love adrenaline and adventure Article by Casey Creque Kathy Faulkner Youngren (51), Attorney What first inspired you to start running? While in college at Georgetown University, I cheered on runners in the Marine Corps Marathon as they ran past, and in that moment, I knew—this was something I could do. With very little preparation, I ran the race the following year, and to my delight, I loved every single minute of it. Between undergrad and law school, some...