Life + Culture

Home in Exile

Where She Uncovered the Freedom to Write her Own Story Article by Cassandra Green | Photography by Elle Photography Liz Matney reminisces about when she first went back to India in 2022., “We went back to India to connect with our roots –those roots in our family that have blessed and sustained us, and to be part of that. I wanted my kids to see glimpses of the India I remembered.” Her kids were born in India and spent their first 4-5 years growing up close to family before they moved to what...

Entertainment

Local Treasure Hunt

Parker is Packed with Unique Gems for New Adventures Article by Julie Hoglund | Photography by Chas Gordon, Logan Lovett, Andrew Miner Are you looking for more adventure in the New Year? Parker is a treasure trove. In this month of love, celebrate our city and mine the precious gems that add sparkle to the ordinariness of life. Here are six I discovered, but there are many more to find. Purgatory Winery The European ambience of the Purgatory Winery is ripe for a tasty event. Enjoy wine...

Finance + Legal Services

A Love of Numbers

Solving Puzzles, Ones With Numbers That Help Clients Save Money and Reach Their Financial Goals Article by Cassidy Ritter | Photography by Provided Terry Lambert fell in love with numbers in high school when he took his first accounting class.  “I think what I really liked about it is [the numbers] all kind of balance,” Terry says. “Everything works at the end of the day, and if sometimes it doesn’t work, it’s kind of a puzzle; there’s a right answer, and you’re just trying to fit the puzzle...

Local Services

Family Banking Built on Community

Redstone Bank, A Family-Owned Business, Takes Pride in Relationship-Focused Banking with an Emphasis On the Local Community Article by Kristen Gonzales | Photography by Abby Watkins Walking into Redstone Bank in Parker feels like walking into someone’s living room. The welcoming atmosphere, complete with comfortable couches, an open floor plan and beautiful high ceilings, tells the story of how banking can be different when a business truly cares about its customers. “Number one, we are...

Arts + Culture

A Community Centerpiece

Take a Moment for Peace and Comfort at Pollywog Station Lavender Farm Article by Cassandra Green | Photography by Annerose and Martin Walz (Walz Photography) Pollywog Station Lavender Farm is 17 acres of natural beauty. Rich in historical context, the owners, Brian and Diane Kulback, along with their son Ryan Kulback, found inspiration in the original homestead. Their historical endeavor has kept Pollywog Station Lavender Farm alive and thriving to this day. Diane talks about William Reynolds...

Local Services

Puppies Raised to Make a Difference

Learn More About Becoming a Volunteer Puppy Raiser With Freedom Service Dogs Article by Cassandra Green | Photography by Amanda Engel Freedom Service Dogs (FSD) was founded in Denver in 1987 and has grown into one of the largest service dog organizations in the country. Content Coordinator, Kendle Frank shares, “Our mission statement is we transform lives by custom training assistance dogs for people living with disabilities at no cost. All of our dogs are custom-trained to meet the unique...

Fitness

Diary of an Olympic Hopeful

My Journey From the Track to the Sled Article by Sadie McMullen and Angie Jehu | Photography by Provided by Sadie McMullen Dreams often take root in our childhood. Sadie McMullen’s passion for track and field propelled her through Valor Christian High School and the University of Wyoming. However, her athletic prowess unexpectedly led her to bobsledding, a sport renowned for its exhilarating speeds of up to 85 mph and G-forces that reach five times a person’s body weight. As the 2025 World...

Travel

Winter Getaways

Spend The Season Walking In A Winter Wonderland By Exploring Three Frosty Hidden Gems In Colorado Article by Cassidy Ritter | Photography by A.J. Mellor, Colorado Tourism Office, Grizzle-T Dog & Sled Works, Tim Gormley When holiday lights peek through frost-covered trees, it’s easy to feel like you’re on the set of a Hallmark movie. But the frosty season doesn’t always feel as whimsical and magical as the movies depict. Strolling down Parker’s Main Street or taking a day trip to hit the...

Health + Wellness

Crystal Clear Clarity And Vision

What It Feels Like To Be Truly Seen By Your Eye Care Professionals Article by Cassandra Green | Photography by Provided Founded by Dr. Lance Forstot, M.D., a board-certified ophthalmologist and nationally renowned corneal specialist, Colorado Eye Consultants began with a highly regarded reputation for treating corneal disease. Dr. Forstot’s reputation preceded him as patients traveled across the country for his treatments.  As co-owners Karen Repine, M.D., and Robert Fish, M.D., joined the...

Fitness

Perspire Anew

Gaining Health Benefits Through Infrared Saunas at Perspire Sauna Studio Article by Kristen Gonzales | Photography by Abby Watkins Infrared saunas prove their worth through health benefits like faster recovery, detoxing harmful chemicals, relaxation, boosting immunity and skin rejuvenation. Owners of the new Perspire Sauna Studio in Parker, Stephanie and Jason, saw it as a new way of helping the community. “Just to hear stories that we’re not only bringing something beneficial to such an...