Education

THRIVE FORWARD

Observations from Jerry Rosen, Executive Director of the Webster Groves/Shrewsbury/Rock Hill/Brentwood Area Chamber of Commerce Article by Jerry Rosen | Photography by Thrive Next up into the tank is Webster Groves elementary school student Shari Bloom, who has a twist on the age-old backpack. This 4th grader is bound and determined to change the world with her entrepreneurial new business idea she calls the 'Pillow Pack.'  As Shari approaches the microphone in front of an auditorium filled...

Shopping

Lorilee's Local List

Top 5 house warming gifts from locally owned businesses. Article by Lorilee Cummings, Lorilee Realty Glow Candle Co. candles are clean-burning and made with all-natural, eco-friendly soy wax from American-grown soybeans. And can we talk about the scents?!  List it with Lorilee.  What is your favorite locally owned business? List it with Lorilee at lorilee@kw.com. Big Heart Tea Co. , Founded in 2012 by Webster Groves resident Lisa Govro, aims to make healing herbs and teas more fun and...

Life + Culture

Talk of the neighborhood

Article by Andrea Maddock | Photography by Provided "What was the best investment you made in your home to fit your family?"  Catherine and Dexter D’Costa of Glendale.  When we purchased our home, one of our goals was to move laundry from the basement to the 2nd floor, as we saw in many newer builds. This made doing laundry more convenient and efficient. Adding wallpaper and custom-painted cabinets helped brighten up a dull space. Now, folding laundry is more fun with this view. Sarah and...

Health + Wellness

The secret is intention

How to have health and wellness conversations with love, patience, and understanding what truly resonates with each generation. Article by Katie Elizabeth | Photography by Provided Many of us dedicate plenty of time to family, but are we making that time truly impactful? Are we teaching valuable lessons? More importantly, are we investing in our family's health and experiencing the joy of wellness together? How we talk about health and wellness shapes not just habits but attitudes. These...