Life + Culture

Service Worth Celebrating

Voices of Vision Award Winner Kelly Blount Explores the Impact of Volunteering Article by A.J. Lape | Photography by RF Graphics For Kelly Blount, volunteering has never been about checking a box or filling spare time. On any given afternoon, she might be helping a student with homework, planning a fundraiser or connecting families with resources that make life a little easier. That commitment earned Kelly the 2026 Voices of Vision Award from Women100 and Indian Hill City Lifestyle for her...

Style + Beauty

Shape of Summer

Article by Kasey Johansen Don't just handle the heat—bring the heat! Reach for this summer’s tailored fits, reimagined gingham and Americana stripes, because every woman deserves to shape her own hot-girl summer. 1. GOOD AMERICAN , Vintage Stretch-Cotton Shorts, in White, $128 / 2. KHAITE , Boden Tied Sandal, in Black Leather, $1,480 / 3. JOHANNA ORITZ , Taita Embellished Bikini Top, in Fire Red, $250 / 4. MICHEAL KORS , Gingham Cotton Smocked Top, in Black, $90 / 5. SONIA PETROFF ...

Health + Wellness

Wellness Corner

Wellness Travel: Adventures Near & Far Article by Clay Brizendine Sometimes our wellness needs a jumpstart—a jolt that makes an idea click or a routine stick. One of the most effective ways to create that shift is to change your environment; go somewhere that wakes and excites you in ways your normal routine can’t. Your senses engage, your mindset shifts, and the experience sticks. Let’s explore a few ways to do just that. Start close to home. Choose new environments where you can easily...

Shopping

Fresh & Local

Explore These Local Markets for Fresh Produce & Specialty Goods Article by Bill Furbee Explore the bounty of farm markets in the area, each with its own unique style and personality. Shop local and directly support farmers while you benefit from peak flavor and nutritional value from the foods they grow. These markets are worth the trip! Pipkin’s Fruit & Vegetable Market 5035 Cooper Road PipkinsMarket.com Pipkin’s Fruit & Vegetable Market is a must-visit in Greater Cincinnati. The...

Professional Services

Modern-Day Explorer

Q&A with Ricky Fairrow of RF Graphics Article by Tera Michelson | Photography by RF Graphics For Ricky Fairrow, every day is an adventure. He is a modern-day explorer, using his naturally artistic eye to discover uncommon angles and find unseen beauty and then share it with the world in images. Ricky has the uncanny ability to help entrepreneurs and business leaders identify, hone and grow their brands. In this Q&A, we turn the focus on his passionate approach to his unique work. Q: Your...

Health + Wellness

Attachment Vs Attunement

When I work with couples, I find that most couples are firmly attached to one another, but they are way out of attunement.  What does this mean? First, What Is Attachment?In the world of attachment psychology, attachment refers to the emotional bond we form with important people in our lives especially early caregivers and later, romantic partners.Attachment answers the question:“Are my person?”It’s about safety, stability, and trust. In a healthy relationship, attachment shows up...

Health + Wellness

The Power of Ritual Connection in Your Relationship

“Ritual connection” is a concept made popular by Drs. John and Julie Gottman. It refers to the intentional actions couples take—consistently and regularly—to invest in their relationship. The word ritual is key: these are mindful habits that become natural over time, something you do almost without thinking because it’s woven into the fabric of your daily life.We connect with our partner out of a deep need and desire to know them more fully—to understand them as a dynamic, ever-changing person...

Health + Wellness

Why Post-Mastectomy Care Requires Specialized Training

After breast or chest surgery, many people are told that massage can help with stiffness, swelling, or discomfort. While that may be true in a general sense, post-mastectomy and post-surgical care is not interchangeable with standard massage.The body after surgery is different. Anatomy has changed. Tissues respond differently. The nervous system may be more sensitive or guarded. Supporting recovery safely requires training that goes far beyond adjusting pressure or working more gently.Surgery...

Sports + Recreation

Driven by Compassion

Local Nonprofit DadQuest Adventures Supports Children with Full-Throttle Supercar Events Article by Bill Furbee | Photography by RF Graphics In Greater Cincinnati, one new nonprofit organization is working to rally support of “supercars” and its adjacent scene into fundraising for a number of worthwhile causes. “We’re dedicated to organizing car events and rallies that fuel hope for underserved, underprivileged, and sick children,” says Steve West, who co-founded the nonprofit with friend...

Health + Wellness

Wellness Corner

Built for the Grill: Low Country Boil Kebabs Article by Brooke Griffin Farmer | Photography by Sarah Hone & Kandace Smith When summer settles in, I love stepping back and letting him claim the grill. These Low Country Boil Kebabs bring bold flavor with smoky andouille, sweet corn, charred shrimp and a generous shake of Old Bay for a backyard classic with a coastal upgrade. It is relaxed, colorful and just elevated enough for a Cincinnati summer evening when the patio lights come on and dinner...