Life + Culture

Furry Friendly Fashion

This Playful Brand Brings the Entire Family Together, Furry Family Members and All Article by Cassandra Green | Photography by Marla Rutherford Photography, Stavros Sakellaris It all began in Australia with two Staffordshire Bull Terriers named Darren and Phillip. When people saw them coming down the road, they would cross the street to avoid the two staffies, thinking they were dangerous. In response, the owners designed cute clothes for Darren and Phillip to wear, hoping it would help people...

Education

Investing in Legacy

Career and Technical Education Pathways bring innovative learning for Douglas County students Article by Kristen Gonzales | Photography by Provided “The opportunities offered at the Legacy Campus are something you don't see often,” says Sean Aldrich, a student at the DCSD Legacy Campus. “We are extremely lucky to have the opportunity in high school to get a head start in our career path.” With the passing of a bond in 2018, the Legacy Campus opened in 2023, giving Juniors and Seniors from...

Food + Beverage

Emma’s Sandwich Sushi

A fun twist on lunch—two ways! Article by Emma Cahill | Photography by Abby Watkins Lunchtime just got a whole lot more fun! Emma’s Sandwich Sushi is a tasty way for kids to build their own back-to-school lunch. With just a few ingredients and no grown-up help needed (maybe just a little for chopping!), these roll-ups are easy to make and even more fun to eat. Try a savory BLT or go sweet with fruit and Nutella! Savory BLT Roll-Ups Ingredients: Sandwich bread  Cooked bacon ...

Health + Wellness

Trained to Read the Room

Herbie Supports our South Metro First Responders and Let's Them Know It's Okay to Not Be Okay Article by Cassandra Green | Photography by Abby Watkins “I’ve just always had a passion for serving and encouraging people, it’s an innate personality trait and instinct I’ve always had,” Dusty King, EMS Lieutenant with South Metro Fire Rescue, shares that he comes from a line of public servants with a service mindset.  He and his K9 companion, Herbie, make it their purpose to care for their own...

Local Services

For the Smooth and Silky, Short and Curly

A Calm and Quiet Grooming Experience At SoftPaws Pet Spa & Boutique Article by Cassandra Green | Photography by Abby Watkins With a heart for gentle grooming and being one-on-one with her dogs, Suzie Battershell, owner of SoftPaws Pet Spa & Boutique, has created a salon environment that is quiet and calm. Suzie started her business as a mobile groomer. The heart behind starting out mobile? Suzie says, “It allowed me to work one-on-one with the dogs. I could handle high-anxiety dogs, senior...

Event Planning + Services

Say "Yes" to the Venue

Inside Five Picture-Perfect Venues for Your Colorado Wedding Photography by Diandra Davis, Heather Jackson Photography, Savannah Johnson Photography, Taryn Ashlee Photography From the mountain towns to the foothills, Colorado is full of exceptional places to tie the knot. Whether envisioning an intimate gathering on a flower farm or a grand celebration at a luxury resort, these five standout venues offer something for every couple. We've rounded up a mix of hand-picked favorites and top...

Health + Wellness

Rounding the Bases

Owners of Alloy Personal Training, Brian and Jamie Share Their Activities and Adventures With Their Two Boys Article by Cassandra Green | Photography by Abby Watkins Alloy Personal Training has found roots in Parker and owners Brian and Jamie Totah are full of vision, passion and big dreams for their business and family. Having lived in Parker for two years, their goal is to build relationships and community in an industry that impacts people. “Alloy is a family-friendly business,” Jamie...

Sports + Recreation

Goatin’ Hiking!

Hit the Trails With Cute Companions in Conifer, Colorado. Article by Julie Hoglund | Photography by Nosey Neighbor Pets, Captive Eclectiveness Tara Singapuri is a goat enthusiast and owner of the Double S Ranch in Conifer, Colorado, where she runs her business, Guided Goat Hikes. Initially, it was just Tara and her goats hiking the trails, but intrigued humans wanted to participate, and her business exploded. "They are smart animals and bond well with people," she explains. Goats use eye...

Event Planning + Services

Classy, Dreamy and Mountain-Studded Extravagance

In Essence, Everything You're Looking For In a Venue That Will Take Your Breath Away Photography by Deanne French Gaylord Rockies Resort is an opulent wedding ceremony and reception venue nestled in the picturesque town of Aurora, Colorado. Couples with a passion for all things alpine—whether they are skiing enthusiasts, avid hikers, Midwest natives or simply lovers of nature and adventure—will find their most extravagant, mountain-studded wedding dreams come true at this breathtaking...

Health + Wellness

Adventure is Out There

How I Found Myself Again—and Helped Others Do the Same Article and Photography by Kaylene Macias It started the day I became a mom, 10 years ago. Night after night, nightmares about my worst fear, watching my infant daughter slip away in front of me. I couldn’t save her. I just stood there helpless, as it happened again and again. I’d wake up gasping, only to fall asleep and right back into the nightmare. I never told my doctor about it. I didn’t think anyone could fix it. The second sign...