Local Services

Built on Faith, Grown by Family

At Dirt World, business is personal and every customer is treated like a neighbor Article by Lauren Powers | Photography by Janie Jones At the corner of 50 Highway and 7 in Lee's Summit, Dirt World is more than a place to pick up rock, mulch or soil. It is a place where conversations come easy, customers are greeted like friends, and a family’s faith quietly shapes the way business is done.   For owners Amy and John Pipes, Dirt World represents a leap of faith and a continuation of a family...

Local Services

More Than Cabinets:

Cabinet IQ Brings Smarter Remodeling to Lee’s Summit Article by Jamie Segall | Photography by Provided A new kind of remodeling experience is arriving in Lee’s Summit this June. Cabinet IQ, led by local owner Tim Moore, is opening its doors with a focus on thoughtful design, clear communication, and a process that puts homeowners at ease. For Moore, bringing Cabinet IQ to the area feels like a natural fit. “I’ve lived near Lee’s Summit for the past 15 years,” he says. “It’s a community where...

Home + Design

Where Elegance Meets Edge:

A Hosting Haven for Her & A Speakeasy for Him Article by Jami Meek | Photography by Matthew Anderson Some homes don’t feel complete until each space has been created with intent, and this basement is no exception. Homeowners, Bob and Jayme Richardson, envisioned a space that would allow them to easily entertain their loved ones, while ensuring it checked all their boxes. They longed for a casual and functional hangout that would discreetly lead into a hidden gem. Designer, Jami Meek, was eager...

Life + Culture

The Father's Club 

Dad's Join Together In Support of Kids, Community, And Each Other  Article and Photography by In 2018, a group of dads met with a high school principal and asked how they could be more involved with the students after a wave of mental health issues affecting kids. How could they show the kids that they matter and are seen?  That first Father's Club started with more than 50 dads handing out Chick-fil-A sandwiches, fist bumps, high fives, and lots of words of encouragement to the kids as they...

Sports + Recreation

Salvy’s Way

Loyality, Leadership and Philanthropy Article by Angela Broockerd Salvador Perez's résumé speaks for itself: World Series MVP, nine-time All-Star, five-time Gold Glove winner. And he's still adding to it. In 2021, he hit 48 home runs, setting the single-season record for a catcher at the time. He also delivered one of the most iconic moments in Royals history in 2014, with a walk-off hit in the Wild Card Game against Oakland, giving  Kansas City its first playoff win since 1985. Now with 308...

Shopping

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...

Life + Culture

When Life Changes in an Instant

Brie Bauer’s Story of Resilience Article by Angela Broockerd | Photography by Kathleen Straub In the quiet and routine moments of life, we often find ourselves caught up in the small things, from the laundry to carpools, to daily schedules. For Brie Bauer, a nurse and mother of two, life was exactly that. However, as she has now learned, life can change in a second. "I was going through life like everyone else, you know, just the same old things we complain about that aren’t a big deal in the...