Life + Culture

Galentine's Gourmet

A decade-long tradition of connection, creativity, and cuisine Article by Evana Mauriz | Photography by Missy Albretsen This February, love takes center stage at Galentine’s Day Gourmet. Once a month, nine remarkable women come together around a single essential ingredient: love. Love for exceptional food. Love for the thrill of mastering new recipes. And love for one another. For more than a decade, this shared passion has transformed simple gatherings into something extraordinary. As they...

Professional Services

The Compassionate Life and Legacy of Victor Seguinot

From Defending the Skies to Creating Joyful Moments Through Kindness Article by Katrina Hammond Victor Seguinot’s life story is a powerful illustration of how technical mastery and a deeply compassionate heart can work in harmony. From the cockpit of a solo flight to the high-stakes environment of active combat, and eventually to the joy-filled celebrations of his community, Victor’s journey has been defined by a singular, driving force: a commitment to being kind and putting others first. A...

Event Planning + Services

Loving with Intention

A Letter from Leslie Article by Leslie Barlow Dear Readers, We often imagine love at its most cinematic: perfect lighting, grand gestures, and carefully curated beauty. But the most powerful thing about a wedding isn’t the dress, the flowers, or even the venue. It’s the intention to pause, to gather, and to choose one another out loud. That same intention carries far beyond a single day. Love shows up in celebrations and in grief, in beginnings and in goodbyes. In each moment, it asks the...

Life + Culture

Unbreakable Bonds through Sibling Love

Growing up together with joy, hardship, and unwavering love Article by Chandler Zaugg I feel very honored and privileged to have grown up with my sister Emma. I cannot imagine having a better sibling and am so grateful for the opportunity I had to grow up with her. We have been through a lot together, not all of it easy. But no matter what’s happened, I am continually amazed at how the love and shared experience we have has kept us close and resilient through good times and bad.  Emma and I...

Health + Wellness

A Lifetime Together

Kindness in Ogden: A Harrison Regent Couple Shares a Life Well Lived Article by Jennica Harris Meet Mary Ann and Frank Silva! As residents of Harrison Regent Retirement Community in Ogden, Utah, this beautiful couple has a unique and enduring love story. Mary Ann loves to dance and read. Frank began his career as an airplane mechanic. Each served in the United States Military, and they both love horses. As a young woman, Mary Ann signed up for the Army, thinking she might get to “jump out of...

Food + Beverage

Meet Chef Tamra Hutter

Rose, Raspberry & Pistachio Galette Recipe Article by Tamra Hutter | Photography by Missy Albretsen (Midnight Imagery) Meet chef Tamra Hutter, the owner of InfinityFarm, a micro-bakery and culinary haven nestled in the quiet beauty of Huntsville, Utah. With a Bachelor of Arts in Home Economics Education and early years spent teaching high school home economics in California, Tamra’s foundation in the culinary arts began long before her formal chef training. She later graduated from the...

Local Services

Kindness Warms Weber County

Local Business Partners Lead with Kindness to Ensure No Child Goes Cold This Winter Article by Katrina Hammond | Photography by Missy Albretson Kindness is contagious, and the partners of Ogden City Lifestyle Magazine proved this beautifully in November with their initiative, "No Child Goes Cold." Living up to their mantra, "Lead With Kindness," especially right here in our own backyard, the magazine brought its partners together to ensure 18 local children would be warm this winter. The...

Life + Culture

Leading with Kindness: in Ghana

How one local surgeon joins others to bring help, healing, and hope to Africa. Article by Jennica Harris Volunteer. Surgeon. Husband. Father. Friend. These are just a few titles to describe Utah native Dayne R. Jensen, M.D., D.M.D. “Dr. Dayne” brings his expertise as a cosmetic and reconstructive surgeon in Northern Utah to the humble villages of Ghana, Africa, as the surgical director for Ghana Make A Difference. Founded in 2012 by Cory and Stacey Hofman, the mission of GMAD is to “protect...

Fitness

Breathe Better, Live Better

How Intentional Breathing Can Heal Body and Mind Article by Kelsey Campbell & Evana Mauriz | Photography by Dixie Meldrum Q: What is breathwork?  Breathwork is a powerful technique that uses intentional breathing patterns to shift spaces in your body, promoting health and well-being. It’s a versatile tool—much like exercise—that becomes more effective when integrated into your daily lifestyle. Q: How does controlling my breath help my body? A: Our bodies are built to heal...

Health + Wellness

Ogden Clinic's Community Commitment

Decades of leadership and a physician-focused approach drive growth and expand local primary care access. Article by Katrina Hammond Driven by Community: How Ogden Clinic Grew with a Patient-First Mindset For Kevin Porter, CEO of Ogden Clinic, a planned short stay turned into a decades-long commitment. Joining the clinic in 2003 as a Practice Administrator, Porter stepped into the top role in 2017. He attributes his longevity to the physicians, describing them as "so kind and really having...