Life + Culture

Romancing the real

Escaping the world of on-line dating and meeting real people in real places Article by Martha Channer | Photography by Provided It may be time to get creative. You have tried meeting people from dating sites, Facebook groups, and a host of other on-line meet and greets, but still no joy. What is missing? Relationships are built gradually; they require trust and time. So, how can you meet someone with the right fundamental simpatico and build something special on a solid foundation? You may...

Life + Culture

We Powered

The Hill in Meridan - partnerships, community, and wellness Article and Photography by Jana Kemp Years in the making, the Tomlinson South Meridian YMCA, known as The Hill, opened in 2018. The Hill was the first YMCA in the United States to build a facility with so many partners: The Treasure Valley Family YMCA, the West Ada School District, St Luke’s Health System, the City of Meridian Parks and Recreation Department, and the Meridian Library District all work together on the 22.5 acre Hill...

Food + Beverage

Pioneering Idaho Wines

Hells Canyon Winery—an Idaho pioneer nestled in the Snake River Valley—a hidden gem celebrating great wine, family tradition, and a deep connection to the land. Article by Tammy De Weerd, Spoken Wines | Photography by Tammy De Weerd In the heart of southwest Idaho’s rugged beauty lies Hells Canyon Winery, one of the state’s oldest wineries. A true pioneer of the Pacific Northwest wine scene, they have crafted wines for over 40 years that embody Idaho’s unique terroir and pioneering spirit...

Food + Beverage

Caffeina Coffee Roasting Company

A Family-Owned Business with Heart and Passion Article by Renee Van Ausdle | Photography by Provided Caffeina Coffee Roasting Company was founded in April 2018, but the roots of the company dig deeper. The story begins with Lyndsey Hopkins, who fell in love with roasting coffee during her time in college. “Through college, I worked for a local coffee roaster, and when I was nearing graduation, I found myself dreading the thought of quitting my job at the coffee shop,” Hopkins said. “I called...