Home Services

Organization is Everything

ShelfGenie of Omaha Shares Strategies for Transforming Troubled Areas Into Organized, Accessible, and Functional Spaces Article by Amy Hendrickson | Photography by Provided We have all done it, purchased an item we were unable to find, only to find it months later. Maybe it slid underneath or was tucked behind another item. Perhaps we forgot where we placed it altogether. Kitchens and closets are common places for this scenario to present itself, so here are some organizational strategies...

October 2024

Food + Beverage

Food, Love, Community

Cafe Diem serves up an all-American breakfast and lunch with a whole lot of love Article by Deb Reinard | Photography by Joseph Saaid In this busy world of prefab foods and speedy deliveries, it’s nice to know there’s a haven for genuine comfort food right in the heart of Papillion. “Our café does not feel like any other café in the city,” said Café Diem owner, Steve Jackson. “I hope our customers feel the love when they walk through the door. I hope they see the smiles on our server’s faces...

September 2024

Food + Beverage

The Flavor of Fall

Flavorful Food and Drink Recipes With the Favorite Fruit of Fall: Apples Article by Angela Broockerd | Photography by Janie Jones Apples are the trademark fruit of fall, and with the many varieties to choose from, there is an apple that is sure to please any palate. They can be included in both sweet and savory dishes and are not only delicious but healthy as well. We all have heard the saying, “An apple a day keeps the doctor away.” While they aren’t a cure-all, apples are packed full of...

September 2024

Health + Wellness

Long-Term Support, Long-Term Success

Nebraska Weight Loss Offers a Personalized Approach to Weight Loss and Nutrition, Benefitting Overall Health Article by Vince Mancuso | Photography by Joseph Saaid Many struggle to lose weight. Exercises, diets, and medications can bring short-term success. However, long-term goals must include lifestyle changes. That's the goal for Nebraska Weight Loss. Through education, planning, and personal experience, co-founders Angela Vogel, APRN, and Jenni Haan, PA-C, offer the support needed for...

September 2024

Health + Wellness

From Vertigo to Victory: How The COLLECTIVE is Changing Lives

In a world where online resources are easily accessible, finding a solution for a specific health issue can be more of a challenge than we think. This is where The COLLECTIVE comes into play.Dr. Paige Day “The Dizzy Doctor” is a vestibular wellness coach focused on treating vertigo and vestibular dysfunction through her concierge practice. She has an extensive background in exercise science, kinesiology, and physical therapy. She takes a holistic approach to vestibular health and rehabilitation...

August 2024

Home + Design

Design Meets Personality

Taylor Rice focuses on designing beautiful spaces that compliment personality Article by Amy Hendrickson and Taylor Rice | Photography by Joseph Saaid Mysa Design Group is a local interior design firm that specializes in residential renovations, new construction homes, and home furnishing projects. Owner Taylor Rice has a mission to bring classic, natural, and sustainable design to homes, creating environments that reflect the unique personality of her clients, while also nurturing our planet...

August 2024

Education

In the Style of Giving

Midlands Place and PLCS Foundation join forces to impact students Article by Vince Mancuso | Photography by Amy Hendrickson Local high school seniors have a chance to ease their college financial burden thanks to a unique partnership between Midlands Place businesses and the Papillion-La Vista Community Schools (PLCS) Foundation, which continues the tradition of the Midlands Place Scholarship. "The scholarship is a constructive way for the merchants to see the value of our local school...

August 2024

Shopping

A Truly U-nique Local Boutique

Kelly Rocha, owner of Truly U Custom Bra Boutique, answers questions about the importance of a properly fitted bra for a women's overall health Article and Photography by Amy Hendrickson Kelly Rocha, the owner of Truly U custom bra boutique in La Vista, had frequented Petticoat Faire, a similar bra boutique, in Austin, Texas for ten years. Upon moving to Omaha, she found that this particular service was absent in our community. She said, “Despite various recommended options, nothing matched...

August 2024

Health + Wellness

How to battle the winter skin blues

Canvas Salon and Day Spa shares expert advise on caring for your skin during the cold winter months Article by Canvas Salon and Day Spa The dramatic seasonal shift from fall to winter can lead to changes in our skin. The drop in humidity, glacial Nebraskan winds, and frigid temperatures leave many of us feeling chapped, itchy, and dried out. The estheticians at Canvas Salon and Day Spa, at the intersection of 42nd and Highway 370, know that when it comes to caring for your skin: comfort...

August 2024

Professional Services

Leading the way with airway orthodontics

Metro West has a style of their own when it comes to airway focused orthodontia Article by Vince Mancuso | Photography by Sammie Rodriguez While most would assume that orthodontics revolves around braces to help straighten teeth, Metro West Orthodontics is taking a new, comprehensive approach that goes beyond aesthetics to focus on patients’ overall health and well-being.   “We want to highlight and spread awareness to the community about the importance of the airway, the impact on facial...

August 2024