Health + Wellness

Strength and Wellness for All Ages

with Fit Form Pilates Article by Jamie Segall | Photography by Annalise Houghton When you first step into Fit Form Pilates, it is immediately clear that this is not your typical fitness studio. The atmosphere is calm, welcoming, and non-intimidating, qualities that set the tone for the transformative work that happens within its walls. Melita Holmes, the studio’s owner, says, "Walking into Fit Form just feels different. We are welcoming and personal. Not intimidating. Calm, no pressure, no...

Health + Wellness

Building Strength, Building Community

Inside Body Fit Training Article by Allison Swan | Photography by Janie Jones Finding a fitness routine that feels both effective and enjoyable can be tough. At Body Fit Training Overland Park, members discover a place where great workouts and genuine community come together. Owners Stephen and Wendy Summerlin opened the studio in May 2024 after spending 25 years raising their family in Overland Park. With their kids grown, they wanted to create something meaningful in the next chapter of...

Professional Services

Kansas City Bone & Joint:

The Expert Care Behind a Community in Motion Article by Jamie Segall | Photography by Janie Jones For more than 85 years, Kansas City Bone & Joint has been a trusted destination for Orthopedic care in Kansas City. As an independent, private practice, the clinic delivers personalized care with superior quality and value, offering a broad range of orthopedic and rehabilitative services designed to get patients back to their active lives. Kansas City Bone & Joint combines a legacy of expertise...

Wellness

Publisher's Picks

Article by Eva Williams | Photography by Janie Jones Black Arm Weights: Perfect addition to an outdoor walk to slightly increase workout intensity. Dry Brush: Enhances lymphatic drainage and great for increasing circulation. Cranberry Fizz Poppi: Healthy soda alternative with great flavor and promotes gut health. Trace Electrolytes: Clean hydration, boosts energy and helps transport essential nutrients. Beekeepers Vitamin C: Immune support in sick season and enhances antioxidant activity. ...

Food + Beverage

Eat With Purpose

The Protein House Provides Food That Works With Your Body, Not Against It Article by Linda Ditch | Photography by Janie Jones Did you overdo it with the food and drinks during the holidays? Is healthy eating and better nutrition on your 2026 bucket list? Or are you already aware of how you nourish your body, but looking for a way to change up your menu and make the prep less time-consuming?  Then check out the Protein House in Overland Park. The restaurant's mission is to support and nurture...

Life + Culture

Reviving the Feast

How to Resurrect the Lost Art of the Dinner Party Article by Emily O'Brien | Photography by Gina Dodge In a world increasingly dominated by fast-paced lifestyles and digital interactions, the tradition of the dinner party—a gathering of friends and family around a shared meal—seems to be fading into the past. Once a cornerstone of social life, the art of hosting an elegant, intimate evening at home has been overshadowed by takeout, texting, and a constant rush to the next obligation.Gathering...

Beauty

Confidence at Every Stage of Life

Emerging Grace: Where Expertise, Intention, and Confidence ConvergeIn an era where aesthetic and skin health care has increasingly become transactional, Emerging Grace was founded on a simple belief: care should feel personal, thoughtful, and grounded in clinical excellence.The vision for Emerging Grace did not begin with a trend, a device, or a specific demographic. It began with years of listening. Listening to women and men, teens and young adults, professionals and retirees, each navigating...

Local Services

Ringing in the New Year

Article and Photography by As the clock counts down to midnight, few things feel more special than gathering around a beautifully set table with the people you love most. For Kansas City home décor icons Mary Carol of Nell Hills and Diebolt's and her business partner, Rebecca, New Year’s Eve is the perfect opportunity to mix sparkle with sentiment, creating a setting that feels festive yet warm and inviting. Their latest table design captures exactly that spirit. “Our theme here is obviously...

Local Services

Oh Christmas Tree!

Nothing brightens the holidays like the ambience of a fresh-cut tree Article by Judy Spaar | Photography by Janie Jones The aroma of rich pine that emanates from a real tree cannot be duplicated. It conjures memories of walking with our parents or grandparents to find the perfect one. Why not make this a tradition for your family and bring that nostalgia to your own home this Christmas season?  These three choose and cut Christmas tree farms offer the unique experience you are searching for...

Shopping

The Gift of Experience:

5 Memorable Ways to Celebrate the Season Photography by Provided This holiday season, skip the wrapping paper and give something even more meaningful: a gift they’ll remember long after the decorations are packed away. Whether you’re shopping for the golfer, foodie, sports fan, or wellness enthusiast in your life, these Kansas City experiences promise joy, connection, and unforgettable moments. For the Golfer Who Has Everything Bring the fairway to their doorstep with The Greenroom, Kansas...