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The Art of Balanced Building

Feminine perspective and decisive leadership guiding every project forward Article by Brice Bunner | Photography by Zach Gibson (Upright Creative) In an industry known for timelines, budgets, and blueprints, Cooley Construction is focused on something less tangible—but far more impactful: how the process feels . Based in Worthington, and deeply connected to the community they serve, Tammy Yee and James Cooley have built their company around a simple but often overlooked idea—remodeling...

Food + Beverage

The Worthington Inn, Reinvented for Worthington

Local investors revive the Worthington Inn, reopening as Wolf’s Ridge with a vision rooted in preservation, community, and modern dining. Article by Lisa Federico | Photography by Nicole Dixon Photographic The idea didn’t start in a boardroom. It started as a simple conversation. Kat DePizzo, a longtime Worthington resident, couldn’t stop thinking about the Inn—its history, its role in the community, and what it could become again. What began as a passing thought quickly gained traction among...

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2026 Design Insight on Defining How We Live

Jessica Brugger’s Design Alchemy 2026 reveals the shifts shaping more personal, livable homes Article by Madison Moroi | Photography by Ramsey Baker Interiors What if the most beautiful homes weren’t the most perfect—but the most personal? That’s the thinking behind Design Alchemy , the annual report created by Jessica Brugger, founder and principal designer of Dwell Well Design Co. More than a forecast, it’s a point of view—one that challenges the idea that homes should be designed for...

Food + Beverage

Two Women, One Bold Spirit

Columbus founders bring a modern narrative to one of the world’s oldest spirits. Article by Madison Moroi | Photography by Timothy Johnson Rum has long been associated with pirate lore, tropical clichés, and overly sweet cocktails. But two Ohio entrepreneurs are working to change that perception with a new premium brand designed for modern drinkers. Margaret Kerr-Jarrett and Emunah Winer, founders of the female-owned spirits brand Esther , launched the company in Columbus with a mission to...

Health + Wellness

What a Real Pain Treatment Plan Looks Like

If you're living with ongoing back, joint, or nerve pain, you've probably already tried something — rest, physical therapy, medications, maybe even injections.And yet… the pain keeps coming back.Part of the problem? Most patients — and even their primary care doctors — are forced to follow insurance-driven protocols that drag the process out. Weeks for an X-ray. Then more time waiting for an MRI. Then another appointment. Then maybe a referral. Then a shot.When you're in pain, that timeline...

Education

A New Era of Financial Planning Takes Shape

How technology is reshaping financial advice — and raising the bar for comprehensive, goal-driven planning. Article by Madison Moroi | Photography by Mariia Chystiakov Not long ago, working with a financial advisor meant one primary focus: selecting investments. Today, that expectation has shifted dramatically. Modern clients want clarity, coordination, and confidence — across every moving part of their financial lives. According to Nathan Daugherty of NDF Advisors, technology has been the...

Home + Design

Renovate for Your Own Future

When aging in place, home updates become a sound investment Article by Brice Bunner | Photography by Anne Rogers This year has presented a series of interesting investment opportunities, hasn’t it? And with all the interest around AI and cryptocurrency, one investment still rises above the hype: real estate. But there’s more to real estate than ‘flipping’ and when we interviewed Tom Cua of CUA Builders, the return on investing for renovating your own home became abundantly clear.  “With our...

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Framing the View

In this 1960s ranch, removing a misplaced fireplace opened the home to expansive backyard views—transforming flow, light, and the way the family experiences daily life. Article by Lisa Federico | Photography by Alex Cruz (www.RendrLabs.io) Tucked away in one of Northwest Columbus's original subdivisions, this 1960s brick ranch sits on a beautiful, open property—complete with gardens, wildlife, and long backyard views. But inside, you wouldn’t have known it. A prominent fireplace, added...

Education

Planting Seeds of Change

Planting Empathy Early: How Seeds of Caring Is Growing the Next Generation of Community Leaders Article by Ashley Labaki | Photography by Erin Brown On any given weekend across the Greater Columbus area, toddlers are packing lunch sacks on a table while elementary schoolers carefully tuck handwritten notes or cards into care kits. Parents kneel beside them, guiding big hearts and small hands. It may look like a simple service project. In reality, it’s something much bigger. It is an investment...

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Critters? ohDEER!

Controlling deer, rabbits, ticks, and mosquitoes for healthier, more enjoyable outdoor living Article by Madison Moroi | Photography by Liz Keener When homeowners think about investing in their property, attention often goes to interiors — kitchens, flooring, finishes. But for many Northwest Columbus families, outdoor spaces are just as valuable. Landscapes, patios, gardens, and gathering areas represent a long-term investment in lifestyle, health, and home value — and protecting those spaces...