Local Services

Manners or Mindset?

When facing challenges with your canine companion, many pet owners immediately think "I need a dog trainer." However, understanding the distinction between dog trainers and behaviorists can save you time, money, and frustration while better addressing your dog's specific needs.Dog Trainers: Skills and CommandsDog trainers primarily focus on teaching dogs specific skills, commands, and manners. They excel at helping dogs learn:Basic cues (sit, stay, come, heel)Leash walking skillsHousehold...

Home + Design

Downsizing Detour

When Less Wasn't More... Article by Brice Bunner | Photography by New Horizon Media Group Big life changes plus a flexible, experienced builder came together for one Upper Arlington couple as they looked to rework their lifestyle. But what Crista and her husband didn’t realize was that downsizing doesn’t always have to mean getting smaller.   When the couple moved from the Bedford home they raised their children in, it was a chance to rediscover a new kind of independence. J.S. Brown & Co...

Style + Beauty

Take Your Next Vacation with Effortless Flair

You work hard all year—your vacation style should feel cinematic, effortless, and unmistakably main character. Article by Courtney Stone Smith Effortless vacation style isn't about having the perfect outfit for every moment—it's about having the right foundation to make every moment look intentional. When you know how to build a capsule travel wardrobe, you'll avoid agonizing over what to wear and spend more time actually enjoying your getaway, all while looking like you have a personal...

Travel

The Travel Whisperer

Turning Wanderlust into Perfectly Curated Adventures Article by Brice Bunner Cool mediterranean air caresses your face. Smells of Italy tease your taste buds and pull at your heartstrings. You're due back home in two days, but the memories you've created on this boot-shaped peninsula will stay with you forever. Sound good? Then you’ve got an idea of what you can expect when Alexa Geno custom curates your travel plans.  A traveler by nature, Alexa turned her love for adventure into a career...

Life + Culture

Lines of Hope

Casting Light on Healing Through Fly Fishing Article by Jennifer Kerns | Photography by Jim Langman In the quiet moments before sunrise, when the fog still clings to Ohio’s rivers and the morning light filters through Buckeye branches, something powerful is unfolding. Veterans, many of whom carry the invisible wounds of war, are finding connection, healing, and peace—one cast at a time. Lines of Hope is a forthcoming docu-series produced by contentEXP Group (CXG), a Central Ohio-based film...

Local Services

On the Level

How a local concrete leveling company grew from humble beginnings and can serve as a reminder of the importance of having a good foundation. Article by Brice Bunner | Photography by Megan Huffnagle Shared Concerns Zachary Cantrell and Jeff Osborn met over the course of their respective real estate careers, commiserating over the issues that uneven and sunken concrete can cause. Around Columbus, they “saw how much of a hassle it was for homeowners,” Zach said, “and how it hurt both safety...

Fitness

Shaping a Stronger Future

A riveting Q&A with Columbus strength-building experts Megan and Pete Yeh. Article by Brice Bunner | Photography by Mariia Chystiakova We had a chance to get to the bottom of Pete and Megan Yeh’s amazing fitness journey and how what they learned and now coach to others can help you build a future of strength for yourself. We think it’ll make you just as pumped to get to the gym as we are. Check it out: CL: What started you two on your fitness journey? How do you stay motivated with it?  ...

Entertainment

The Gentleman’s Guide to 2025 Tech

Stay on top of innovations that help the world move. Article by Noah Coffman Columbus is no stranger to technology. From the soon-to-be-complete Intel installment, rumblings of a 'tech corridor', and even (for those who remember) one of the few locations in the country to host an Incredible Universe megastore, it's clear that Test Market USA has always been open to change. And today’s world is changing on a day-to-day basis. AI is everywhere, the video game industry has continued to grow in...

Life + Culture

The Dadvocate

Modern fatherhood is showing up, not filling in. Article by Brett Langolf The modern dad looks a lot different than he did a generation ago. Gone is the stereotype of the distant disciplinarian or the once-in-a-while fun parent. Today’s fathers are showing up in carpool lines, in group texts about soccer games, and—most importantly—in the daily lives of their kids in ways that feel refreshingly active. They're no longer content being a supporting character in the story. They want a leading...

Home Services

Roof Claims Made Simple

Storm Damage Claim Survival GuideWhen a storm strikes your home, it can feel overwhelming. I’m Travis Haessly, known as “The Roof Champion,” and I’ve made it my mission to help homeowners navigate the chaos of storm damage and insurance claims. This guide will walk you through what to do step-by-step – from documenting damage to filing a claim to fighting denials – all in clear, no-nonsense language. Storm restoration is serious business, but we’ll keep it practical (and even a bit playful)...