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Effortless Style, Elevated for Summer

Article by Lauren Powers | Photography by Janie Jones Anchora Bella Boutique brings confidence-driven fashion, versatile trends, and a personal shopping experience to Lee’s Summit this season.   Late spring and summer fashion is all about ease this year, but don’t confuse “easy” with boring. At Anchora Bella Boutique in Lee’s Summit, the season is shaping up to be a mix of effortless staples, playful trends, and confidence-driven style that works for real life.   Founded out of a love for...

Local Services

Caring for What Matters Most:

A Conversation with Home Instead Article by Lauren Powers | Photography by Janie Jones When it comes to caring for aging loved ones, trust, experience, and compassion matter more than ever. For over two decades, Home Instead in Eastern Jackson County has been a steady presence for families navigating this important stage of life. Led by co-owners Michelle Brunell and Kristine Wright, the team is deeply rooted in the Lee’s Summit community, offering personalized in-home care that allows seniors...

Life + Culture

Gather in Style

How to Set a Spring Table That Feels Effortless and Elevated Article by Angela Broockerd | Photography by Janie Jones For a spring gathering, the table becomes more than a place to dine. It sets the tone for the entire experience. This season, a thoughtfully layered tablescape brings together color, texture, and personality in a way that feels both effortless and elevated. At the center of this approach is Rebecca Wood, whose eye for detail and love of layering transforms everyday pieces into...

Finance + Legal Services

Insight Wealth

A More Human Approach to Financial Planning Article by Jamie Segall | Photography by Janie Jones For Samantha Compton, financial planning has always been about more than numbers. As the founder of Insight Wealth, she approaches her work through the lens of real life, helping clients navigate transitions, relationships, and the personal decisions that shape their futures.  “My path into financial planning wasn’t a straight line. It was shaped by real life,” Compton shares. “I came to this work...