Finance + Legal Services

Feeling Unsettled? Here's Why

Why So Many Successful DELCO Families Still Feel Financially Unsettled Article by Dane Czaplicki In Everybody’s Hometown, where people work hard, take care of family, and do things the right way, a quiet financial unease has become more common than many expect. In Delaware County and especially in towns like Media, often called Everybody’s Hometown , there’s a familiar story. People work hard. They build careers or businesses. They buy homes, raise kids, save consistently, and try to be...

Home + Design

Treasure Hunting on Wheels

How The Dust Shuttle's nationwide search for unusual antiques brings one-of-a-kind pieces home to Delco buyers. Article by Stephanie Hwang | Photography by Courtesy The Dust Shuttle When The Dust Shuttle rolls into town, it brings stories with its antiques. Founded by Media local Bryce Detweiler, this mobile antique store travels the country gathering unusual, storied, and delightfully odd pieces that spark curiosity. Bryce’s approach to sourcing and selling stands apart because, at its core...

Home + Design

Keep the Hearth Burning Bright with a Cozy Fire

Thoughtful fireplace upgrades combine timeless ambiance with modern efficiency and dependable performance year-round comfort benefits. Article by Ryan Holsten | Photography by Scott Davidson A fireplace offers something timeless in a modern home. It creates a natural place to gather, a visual anchor that draws people together and slows the pace of everyday life. The glow of a fire adds warmth that goes beyond temperature, bringing comfort, calm, and a sense of belonging to a room. Whether it’s...

Health + Wellness

Want to Update Your Home?

What You Need to Know Beforehand Article by DiSabatino Design Build | Photography by Courtesy DiSabatino Design Build Enhance the enjoyment of where you live by improving the comfort and functionality of your living areas. A home renovation project can help increase the investment in your home while making the space work best for your family. “We put together the following tips to help your home remodeling process run as smoothly as possible,” says Chris DiSabatino, President of DiSabatino...

Arts + Culture

Hidden Treasures in Delco

An eclectic antique mall shaped by friendship and a love of old things. Article by Stephanie Hwang | Photography by Scott Davidson and Stephanie Hwang Hidden Treasures Antique Mall gives the locals so many reasons to love local. It is a self-proclaimed “quite possibly the coolest shop ever” and it rightfully lives up to its claim. It is a layered shopping experience filled with antiques, vintage finds, furniture, jewelry, records, artwork, curated décor spanning from farmhouse to Victorian...

Arts + Culture

Mini Libraries: Book Boxes Adventure

Building community. Inspiring readers. Expanding book access. Article by Stephanie Hwang | Photography by Karin Davidson and Stephanie Hwang The Little Free Library movement began in 2009 with a single handmade box in Wisconsin. Today, more than 200,000 book-sharing boxes exist worldwide, including 14 boxes right here in Media. These small libraries are part of a nonprofit mission to expand book access and strengthen communities. Media residents have embraced the idea for nearly a decade. The...

Beauty

Clear Vision: Style Meets Clarity

Useful Fashion for your Eyes Article by Dr. Eric B. Zhou, O.D. | Photography by Karin Davidson, Courtesy Media Eye Center Why is it important to check someone’s eyesight, and how often? Checking someone’s eyesight is about much more than just seeing clearly. Vision changes can happen gradually, and many serious eye conditions - like glaucoma, macular degeneration, diabetic eye disease, or even signs of systemic health issues - often don’t have noticeable symptoms early on. Regular eye exams...

Arts + Culture

The Philip Jaisohn Memorial House

The Remarkable Life Behind Media’s Historical Gem Article by Stephanie Hwang | Photography by Scott Davidson and Stephanie Hwang The Philip Jaisohn Memorial House at 100 East Lincoln Street is a local gem of world history. Once Dr. Jaisohn’s home, the museum preserves the life and legacy of one of the most important figures of modern Korean history. The full scope of Dr. Jaisohn’s work, spanning medicine, journalism, civic reform, and international advocacy, comes into focus inside the house...

Life + Culture

The Arts Thrive in Media

By supporting local art and artists, the Media Arts Council integrates arts into the life of the community. Article by Nancy Hesford | Photography by Courtesy of MAC Music drifts across 4th Street from the Borough Community Center lawn. Turn the corner and you see neighbors dancing, mingling and laughing to a five-piece combo. MAC’s Twilight Music Series is one of many ways the arts bring our community together. The Media Arts Council (MAC) has been a creative force in Media since its...

Arts + Culture

A Dream of Tomorrow

A bell created by young artists is Delco’s contribution to statewide celebration of America's 250th anniversary Article by Stephanie Hwang | Photography by Courtesy Delaware County Daily Times On December 4, 2025, Rose Tree Park unveiled Delaware County’s newest Bells Across PA and America250PA installation titled “A Dream of Tomorrow.” The bell, created by artist Tucker Rodkey and students at Legacy Arts Chester and sponsored by Visit Delco PA, combines unique local history with the...