Home + Design

Dress Your Door

Transform your front door style with Cincinnati Entrypoint and Queen City Porch Design. Article by Amanda Stout | Photography by Kelly Settle–Kelly Ann Photography Style that Starts at the Door  Curb appeal is the first impression your home offers to guests, neighbors and passersby. The most influential factor in curb appeal is your front door, so why not make sure it has style that lasts and lasts through the seasons? We worked with family-owned, local businesses Cincinnati Entrypoint and...

Home + Design

Decked Out Dreams

A stylish Lebanon backyard blends luxury and livability with the help of local experts. Article by Lisa Fletcher | Photography by Matthew J Capps Photography Imagine this: You walk out the back door into what looks like a resort lounge—only it’s your own backyard. There’s an expansive deck, a sleek modern pergola, custom lighting and a crackling fire in a towering stone hearth inspired by your floor-to-ceiling indoor fireplace.  That’s exactly what Lebanon residents Lauren and Andrew dreamed...

Life + Culture

Shoe Program Helps Kids Stand Tall

Shoes 4 the Shoeless provides free socks and shoes to southwest Ohio children. Article by Marie Kriedman | Photography by Provided Starting a nonprofit takes hard work and dedication. From the beginning, the new venture requires funding, volunteers, a coordinated effort to address a specific need, distribution plans to expand access and a passion to help others. Kris Horlacher, RN, BSN, knows this process well. She founded Shoes 4 the Shoeless (S4TS) which delivers brand-new socks and gym...

Arts + Culture

A Foundation For A Lifelong Love of Learning

The School For Creative Tots nurtures the imaginations of local preschool students. Article by Jonathan Stout | Photography by Provided The School For Creative Tots began with a deep love for children, family and joyful learning. School Administrator, Emilie Parry, found a second home at the original Creative Tots location in Madeira during her high school and college years. After graduating from Miami University with a degree in Early Childhood Education and teaching third grade at Indian...

Life + Culture

Nailing a Bright Future

Local teens from Mason and Kings High Schools discover their future in the trades. Article by Lisa Fletcher | Photography by Provided Last spring, high school students from Mason and Kings traded desks for drills and textbooks for tool belts. They got hands-on lessons in framing, wiring, plumbing, painting and roofing—building two full-scale sheds from the ground up. Over 10 immersive weeks, they didn’t just acquire new skills; they discovered possibilities for their futures. The Skilled...

Life + Culture

Partnering for Pets

The Humane Association of Warren County has supported pets and families for half a century. Article by Nan Paraskevopoulos | Photography by Jenna Beers–Photography by Jenna For over 50 years, the Humane Association of Warren County (HAWC) has been a pillar of hope, compassion, and second chances for animals and the people who love them throughout our community. Conveniently located in Lebanon, just a short drive from Mason and Deerfield Township, HAWC proudly serves as Warren County’s only...

Arts + Culture

Painting the Town

Mason Mile Rocks add color, creativity and connection to exploring downtown. Article by Lisa Fletcher | Photography by Jenna Beers–Photography by Jenna Take a stroll through downtown Mason and you’re bound to notice something special— bright pops of color nestled in flower beds, peeking out next to shrubs and tucked along walkways. These cheerful surprises are painted rocks, each one a tiny work of art, and together they make up the Mason Mile Rocks project, a community-driven beautification...

Arts + Culture

Must-See Museums

Beat the summer heat as you explore history, art and culture at Southwest Ohio museums. Article by Amanda Stout | Photography by Provided While summer is known as a time for family vacations, camp for kids and endless pool days, it’s also a perfect opportunity to explore the excellent museums of Southwest Ohio. Whether you hope to experience local history, inspiring artists or cultural artifacts, there are plenty of options throughout the Cincinnati and Dayton areas.  Before heading out on a...

Life + Culture

Summer Road Trip

Explore three destinations within four hours of the Cincinnati area. Article and Photography by Wes Mergard It’s road trip season! You don’t have to go far from home for an adventure to remember. Explore these three outdoor destinations, all within four hours of Cincinnati, as mapped out by travel expert Wes Mergard of Travel With Wes. Roll down the windows, turn up the tunes and buckle your seatbelts for summer fun that is well worth the drive. Red River Gorge 2 Hours  Red River Gorge...

Fitness

Running the World

Mason’s marathon man Daniel Rebella pushes limits from local streets to global races. Article by Lisa Fletcher | Photography by Matthew J. Capps & Provided If you’ve ever driven down Tylersville Road toward Kings Island, you may have spotted Daniel Rebella—steady stride, focused gaze, completely in his element. A familiar figure on Mason’s sidewalks and streets, Daniel isn’t just out for a jog; he’s quietly logging the miles required for the lifelong passion that’s taken him from local tracks...