
Style + Beauty
Terra Bookout Leads With Heart in the City of Love
The co-owner of Allura remains steadfast in her passion Article by Adriana Karagozian | Photography by Brooklyn Klahr, Wild Bliss Photography For Terra Bookout, success has never been just about career growth. It has always been about purpose, people, and showing up fully for the community she loves. As a physician assistant and one of three owners of Allura Skin, Laser & Wellness Clinic, Terra found her way into the field by following what genuinely lit her up. After graduating, she knew...
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Fitness
LEGACY: Built With Heart, Grit, and Purpose
Creating impact with intention Article by Shen Wu Tan, Adriana Karagozian | Photography by Monica Jean Photography, E.T.C. Photography No one person is created the same. Each and every one of us possesses traits, skills, values, and energies — uniquely tailored to us — to lead us to fulfill our life’s purpose. Legacy is not just what we leave behind; it is the substance of how we lead today. Yet, to achieve this, we first must realize our strengths and embrace them. Whether you step up as...
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Food + Beverage
A Fresh Spring Greens Dish from Olive & Herb
Big Sky Steak Salad Article and Photography by Olive & Herb Loveland Olive & Herb in Loveland is now offering cooking classes with a diverse selection, which includes beloved class classics and exciting new options. Their Big Sky Steak Salad includes some of their best-selling ingredients and a delicious twist on a traditional staple. Ingredients: 1 lb flank steak 2-3 tbsp Roasted Coffee Rub & Seasoning (available at Olive & Herb Loveland) 2 tsp Black Garlic Infused Sea...
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Professional Services
Top 3 Reasons Business Cards Still Matter in 2026
In an age where we can just tap phones or scan QR codes, why bother with a tiny piece of paper? If business cards seem outdated, these benefits might just change your mind.1. They Make a Lasting First ImpressionSure, you could just hand someone your phone and say, "Add your contact!" But let’s be real—nothing says "I’m professional and prepared" like a sleek, well-designed business card. A physical card is a tangible reminder of you long after an event is over. A tactile card creates an...
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Arts + Culture
The Rialto Theater
A downtown Loveland legacy business invested in its locals and building community Article by Shen Wu Tan | Photography by E.T.C. Photography, Rialto Theater “Places, people!” A stage manager, poised with authority, instructs performers and crew to get settled in their opening positions right before a theater show begins. It’s a beloved phrase that’s likely been called out time and time again over the years at the City of Loveland’s Rialto Theater, a legacy business and staple of the arts...
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Local Services
The Investment of Connection
How Andrew Johnson is building powerful networks that help Northern Colorado’s small businesses grow, thrive, and stand stronger together Article by Adriana Karagozian | Photography by Garland Green, Iván Díaz Photography, Andrew Johnson, Jason Van Vleet of Iconic Digital Studios In business, the word investment is often measured in dollars, spreadsheets, and quarterly returns. But for Andrew Johnson, owner of Business Networking Done Right and host of the podcast Connections That Matter ...
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Education
The Road to Opportunity
Taylor’s CDL Training Offers More than Certification, Empowering Students with Opportunity, Stability, and a Path Toward Financial Independence Article by Dana Olson | Photography by Nick Searle with Searle Photography Northern Colorado native, Mark Taylor invests in our community in a unique and innovative way. As the CEO of Taylor’s CDL Training, he creates realistic, accessible pathways for individuals to transform their financial future in a matter of weeks, without the burden of...
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Home + Design
Asher Architects + Engineers
Making clients’ visions and dreams a reality Article by Shen Wu Tan | Photography by E.T.C. Photography, Cassidy Hiseler at CassiHise Photography, courtesy pics from David Asher Stranathan Ever since David Asher Stranathan was a young lad, he loved creating and building things, whether it was with Legos or scraps of lumber, nails and a hammer in hand. Around age 12, he constructed a shed just for fun and to have his own space. When he was in his teens, he and his brother, Peter, built a...
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Home Services
12 House Cleaning Tips
A how-to guide for deep spring cleaning Article by Kimberly Gonzales, CEO/Founder/Inventor of PÜR Evergreen | Photography by Kimberly Gonzales, and courtesy pics Spring is in the air! As the seasons change, the snow is melting, and the sun shines just a tad longer. It's the perfect time to refresh your space, clear out winter dust, and embrace a cleaner home. Here are 12 tips to start your deep spring cleaning off right! 1. Declutter First, Clean Second Start with a purging party...
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Home + Design
At the Core of Home
Valcore Construction and the Woman Redefining What It Means to Come Home Article by Adriana Karagozian | Photography by Monica Jean Photography Home is more than an address. It is the place where life unfolds quietly and loudly all at once—where holidays gather, where milestones are marked, where exhaustion softens into rest at the end of the day. For Misty Flannery, owner of Valcore Construction, home is not just what she builds; it is what she protects, restores, and reimagines for the...
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