Finance + Legal Services

Safeguard Your Pet

American Family Insurance Offers Customizable Insurance Plans to Keep Your Pets Healthy and Protected Article by Emily Shea-Owen We take steps to protect the things that matter most — our homes, cars, health and even our lives. So why not extend that same care to our beloved pets? Our furry companions are more than just animals — they’re family. Pet insurance offers a safety net, much like health insurance does for us. It helps cover or reimburse the cost of unexpected veterinary bills, from...

Health + Wellness

Hope Takes Flight

Helping Wings bridges The Distance Between Children and The Critical Care They Need Article by Erin Baka Imagine learning that your child needs life-saving medical treatment — but it’s located hundreds or even thousands of miles away, in a city you’ve never been to, with specialists you’ve never met. The diagnosis alone is overwhelming, but the next question can be just as paralyzing: How will we get there? For many families across the country, the cost of travel is a barrier they can’t...

Life + Culture

Healing Through Horses

Majestic Equine Connections Makes a Lasting Difference, One Stride at a Time Article and Photography by Majestic Equine Connections Majestic Equine Connections is a non-profit organization located just minutes south of Medina Square on Route 3. Our mission is to empower individuals with disabilities through therapeutic horsemanship while creating a welcoming, inclusive space for the entire community. We serve participants ages four and up, including older adults. Our programs rely on the...

Health + Wellness

A Podiatrist’s Tips to Keep Kids Injury-Free

Article by Dr. Kayla Schaefer of Balance Foot & Ankle Wellness Center With the start of school comes the excitement of fall sports. It also brings a higher risk of injury for young athletes. Foot and ankle injuries are especially common, and the good news is many are preventable with the right preparation. Before the season kicks off, encourage your child to gradually build their activity level through safe, age-appropriate conditioning. This includes bodyweight strength training, agility...

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Integrated Wellness Starts at Paragon Physical Medicine

Article by Emily Shea-Owen | Photography by Paragon Physical Wellness Don’t let pain hold you back from living the life you deserve. Paragon Physical Medicine is here to help. Located in Wooster, this full-service chiropractic clinic offers cutting-edge techniques and a comprehensive approach to care through integrated medicine services. Whether you’re recovering from an injury, managing chronic pain or seeking to improve your overall wellness, their team combines expert knowledge with...

Life + Culture

Legacy of Nature

Medina County Park District Celebrates its 60th Anniversary Photography by Medina County Park District and Roni Leatherman In 2025, Medina County Park District proudly celebrates 60 years of enhancing the quality of all life through education, conservation and the protection of natural resources. Established on April 19, 1965, the park district has become a beloved community resource, offering residents and visitors access to more than 22 park sites, over 50 trails and a variety of educational...

Health + Wellness

Rebalancing the Nervous System

Explore a New Approach to Mental Wellness Article by Michael Louwers, MD | Photography by Reset Medical & Wellness Center It’s not uncommon for patients to tell me, “I’ve tried everything — therapy, medication, even lifestyle changes — but I still don’t feel like myself.” As a physician, that’s a red flag that we may be missing something upstream: the state of the nervous system itself. Many chronic mental health challenges, like anxiety, PTSD, depression and even certain physical conditions...

Food + Beverage

Meat That Matters

CF Ranch & Cattle Co. is Dedicated to Article by Emily Shea-Owen While the verb "explore" is commonly associated with adventure sports, spending time outside and traveling to far-flung corners of the world, we're excited to utilize it in the context of our local agriculture. Specifically, we're eager to explore the history and passion behind the Burbank-based ranch, CF Ranch & Cattle Co. The 280-acre ranch was founded in 2012 by Wayne County chiropractors Dr. Bryce and Dr. Tami Chaffee, who...

Life + Culture

All Aboard Adventure

Discover the Magic of the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad Article by Erin Baka | Photography by Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad Tucked between the rolling trails and winding rivers of Cuyahoga Valley National Park lies something many Northeast Ohioans don’t realize they’ve been missing: a historic railroad adventure. The Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad, a private non-profit organization, partners with the national park and runs between the Akron Northside Depot and the Rockside Depot in...

Health + Wellness

Testosterone for Men’s Health

Infinity Wellness Offers Testosterone Replacement Therapy for Increased Energy, Muscle Mass and More Article by Emily Shea-Owen In last month's issue, we worked with Infinity Wellness — a premier wellness center in Medina County that offers treatments to help you look and feel like your best self — to bring you an article about the benefits of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) for women. Now, we're excited to share details of testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) for men. Hormones play a...