Life + Culture

Homemade Dog Food

Recipe from Amy Tinnin - A Cup Full of Sass Article by Amy Tinnin | Photography by Ashley Michele Photography My two pugs are more than pets—they’re part of the family. That’s why I started making their food at home, and it’s been one of the most popular posts on my blog. You may be surprised just how easy this recipe is. I add all the ingredients to my slow-cooker to cook, and my dogs love it. If you decide to try this recipe for your pet, please consult your veterinarian. Every dog has...

Education

From Educator to Author

How Jennifer Huff is Turning the Page in Retirement Article by Kayle Nephew | Photography by Stephanie Zaricor For Jennifer Huff, retirement wasn’t an ending—it was the spark of something new. After decades of pouring her energy into the Central and North County School Districts, where she trained teachers, introduced new technologies, and helped students fall in love with learning, Jennifer found herself missing the hustle. She missed the kids, the camaraderie, the purpose. So, like any...

Local Services

Jackson's Journey

Ringing the Bell, Sharing the Joy Article by Kayle Nephew | Photography by Destiny Borgmann, Stephanie Zaricor When you meet Jackson Wood, it’s easy to see why so many people have rallied behind him. With an infectious smile and a brave spirit, Jackson has endured more in his young life than most ever will. Diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL) just after turning three, he and his family have faced years of hospital stays, treatments, and uncertainty. But out of this journey came...

Professional Services

Hope, Hooves, and Healing

How Stacey Gillette and T-K Ranch Are Bringing Innovative Therapy to Local Kids Article by Kayle Nephew | Photography by Stephanie Zaricor In the stillness of a country pasture, where the only sounds are the rhythm of hooves and a child's quiet laughter, a unique type of therapy is bringing healing to those determined to find hope. Not every wound is visible. Not every cure comes in a bottle. Sometimes, it begins in the soft nuzzle of a horse, the steady hand of a therapist who refuses to give...