Style + Beauty

New York to Nebraska

Jerry Kaye Offers Men's Clothing Crafted in Italy with an American Design Article by Kathy Nickerson | Photography by Joseph Saaid One Sunday morning, during his first year of college, Jerry Kaye woke up bruised and battered from a college football game and had a moment of clarity. “Forget this,” he said. “I’m gonna make dresses.” A first-generation American who grew up in South Detroit, Kaye felt the influence of his European heritage. He loved architecture and art. He noticed costumes in...

Health + Wellness

Empowering Men Through Integrative Care

A Men’s Health Q&A with Dr. Roni Hargis and Colin McDermott of Synergy Integrative Health Article by Janette Calabro | Photography by Bobbi Jo Beaver        At Synergy Integrative Health in La Vista, wellness is never a one-size-fits-all approach—it’s personal. Founder, Dr. Roni Hargis, DNP, FNP-C, received her Doctor of Nursing Practice from Creighton University. Colin McDermott, APRN, FNP-C, received his master's degree from Simmons University in Boston, MA. Together, they have two decades...

Sports + Recreation

Built to Ride

The Story Behind Walnut Creek’s Community-built Mountain Bike Trail Article by Vince Mancuso | Photography by Amy Hendrickson Papillion’s Walnut Creek Recreation Area is home to a mountain bike trail system not built by a developer or city, but by the people who ride it. What started as an informal path is now one of the area’s most accessible, community-driven mountain bike trails, thanks in large part to volunteers like Jeff Schram, a longtime Papillion resident. While originally riding...

Food + Beverage

A Combination of Canvas and Crumbs

Welcome to Papillion’s Edible Art Studio Article by Kathy Nickerson | Photography by Provided Audelia (Audi) Orellana always wanted to be a wife and mother, but she also loved crafting, baking, and expressing herself as an entrepreneur. Originally from Las Vegas, Orellana met her future husband while in Omaha for a work trip. “I knew I didn’t want to raise kids in Las Vegas,” she says. “So, I moved.”  The motherhood dream came true with a full house of four sons, and in 2017, she started...

Home Services

Moving With Purpose

How Kira McGahan is Redefining Leadership in a Male-Dominated Industry Article by Vince Mancuso | Photography by Joseph Saaid In an industry often defined by strength and physicality, Kira McGahan is proving there is another way to lead. As the founder of Movers and Shakers, she has built a company that prioritizes empathy, professionalism, and connection to offer a fresh take on moving services. McGahan’s path into the industry was anything but traditional. While working a standard 8-to-5...

Beauty

Hair by Nancy

Your Hair, Her Art! Article by Janette Calabro | Photography by Bobbi Jo Beaver We connected with seasoned hairstylist Nancy Jones, owner of Hair by Nancy in Papillion, for her best advice and expertise on something very personal to all of us—our hair!   Q: What inspired you to become a stylist?     A: I actually wanted to be an archeologist. However, I’ve always loved art and creating. What’s a better way to (create) than on someone’s head? That’s my canvas! It’s a joy and a passion.  ...

Real Estate

Home, Heart, and a Dash of Humor

How Sandy Davis Turns Real Estate into Relationships Article by Janette Calabro | Photography by Bobbi Jo Beaver   In today’s ever-shifting housing market, timing matters—but so do people. Just ask Papillion-based real estate agent Sandy Davis of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Ambassador Real Estate, who brings both savvy advice and heartfelt connection to every client she serves.     “There is a cost to waiting to buy. If you want to buy, buy now,” Sandy says with the kind of clarity...

Life + Culture

Moms’ Local Favorites

The Best Local Spots for Family Fun and Girls' Nights Article by Amy Hendrickson | Photography by Provided Leisure time in motherhood can often be a balance between an afternoon outing with the kids and a night out with friends. While being a mom may be central to our identities, nurturing our friendships and our own sense of fun is just as vital.  As we prepared this Women’s Issue, we reached out to our community of local moms and asked them a simple but important question: Where are your...

Local Services

Understanding Kindergarten Readiness

Understanding Kindergarten Readiness:A Guide for ParentsAs parents of children entering kindergarten, it’s natural to wonder how you can best support your child’s transition into this important milestone. Kindergarten is more than just the start of formal schooling—it sets the foundation for a successful learning journey.The Nebraska Department of Education emphasizes that school readiness is about aligning expectations with children’s physical, emotional, and intellectual abilities while...

Sports + Recreation

Carrying the Legacy

Ben Bails honors the past and looks to the future as he steps into leadership at Papillion La Vista South Article by Vince Mancuso | Photography by Joseph Saaid When Papillion La Vista South High School’s head baseball coach Bill Lynam retired last year, the next chapter of the school’s varsity program was already standing in the dugout. Starting his first season as head coach, Ben Bails has long been associated with the program. “I’ve been with the program since 2008, so just about 17...