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Style + Beauty
Where Style Meets Sustainability
Article by Lauren Powers | Photography by Janie Jones For 15 years, Clothes Mentor has been a staple in the Lee’s Summit community, offering high-end fashion at a fraction of retail prices. But under the fresh leadership of a passionate, marketing-savvy owner, the beloved resale boutique fuses fashion-forward thinking with a fierce commitment to sustainability. A seasoned marketer with a background in e-commerce, owner Rachel Dicke, saw more than just a successful resale store. She saw an...
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Finance + Legal Services
The Mortgage Queen
Article by Allison Swan | Photography by Janie Jones Jill Underwood’s journey in the mortgage industry began long before she ever imagined owning her own company. “I started in the early 1980’s when I was very young. My mother was a realtor, and as a teenager, she taught me about equity, negotiations, and helping people with their home purchases. I quickly fell in love with the mortgage industry, and I have been on the front lines helping people ever since.” Decades of experience led Jill to...
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Food + Beverage
Cocktail Creations
from Marina 27 Steak & Seafood Photography by Janie Jones Whether you're lounging in the sunshine or hosting a casual gathering, spring cocktails are all about bright, vibrant flavors that capture the essence of the season. From crisp and fruity to fragrant herbs and floral notes, these drinks are the perfect way to toast to longer days and lighter spirits. Create these refreshing beverages from your home, or come enjoy one of these cocktails at Marina 27 Steak & Seafood. Pom-tini : 2 oz...
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Life + Culture
Inspiration Beyond the Closets
Article by Alicia Holecek | Photography by Janie Jones For Jen Macias-Wetzel, owner of Inspired Closets KC, providing organized, functional spaces for her clients is just one part of her mission. She is equally dedicated to creating an environment where she and her employees can grow, learn and thrive. Jen’s commitment to personal development stems from her own journey. Growing up in a blue-collar family, the norm was to enter the workforce immediately after high school. “College...
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