Style + Beauty

Where Beauty Meets Belonging

The Beauty Loft changes more than hair color - they change the way you feel Article by Addison Moore | Photography by Parkland City Lifestyle and Tara Boyle A trip to the salon is rarely just about great hair. It's where confidence is restored, milestones are celebrated, and friendships are strengthened, one appointment at a time. That's the atmosphere waiting inside The Beauty Loft in downtown Park Hills, where every appointment begins with the same goal: making every guest who walks...

Shopping

Confidence Never Goes Out Of Style

Where every woman is welcomed, celebrated, and styled with confidence Article by Addison Moore | Photography by Parkland City Lifestyle For many women, shopping isn't always fun. Finding clothes that fit well, feel flattering, and reflect your personal style can quickly become frustrating, especially when you walk into a boutique and feel like you don't belong before you've even looked at the first rack. That's exactly the experience Kayla Barlow set out to change. When Barlow launched Kae &...

Auto + Marine

Driven By Faith, Polished With Purpose

Because true style is revealed in the way we serve others Article by Addison Moore | Photography by Parkland City Lifestyle Style isn't always about designer labels, polished shoes, or the newest luxury vehicle. Sometimes, it's found in the way we care for what we've already been given. For Caleb Dakdok, owner of Washed Clean Detailing, a freshly detailed vehicle is about far more than a glossy finish. Every spotless dashboard, restored paint finish, and meticulously cleaned interior...

Life + Culture

Meet the Mob

Discover how a local ranch is going viral and changing perceptions of emus through deep care and connection Article by Kayle Nephew | Photography by Parkland City Lifestyle The first impression of The Emu Ranch in Bonne Terre, Missouri, is defined by size and sound. Standing eye-to-eye with a six-foot emu is unforgettable, but it is the deep, resonant drumming that truly captures your attention. The guttural rhythm rolls across emerald pastures, creating an atmosphere that feels almost...

Professional Services

Where Dogs Aren’t Pets – They’re Family

Building a sanctuary where boarding, grooming, and training meet compassionate, family-centered care. Article by Kayle Nephew | Photography by Parkland City Lifestyle When Alicia Miley discusses Countryside Kennels, the word "clients" never surfaces. She speaks exclusively of family. It is a fitting description for a business that has evolved far beyond a place for dogs to stay while their owners travel. Tucked just outside the quiet community of Farmington, Countryside Kennels has become a...

Life + Culture

A Journey to Foster

Jay Corbitt set to cycle across country to raise awareness for foster children, with his adopted son by his side Article by Addison Moore | Photography by Frozen Time Photography “Challenges build strength. Comfort builds nothing.” That belief has guided Jay Corbitt through life—and now it’s carrying him and his adopted son, Cameron “Cam” Corbitt, across the country on bicycles. This summer, the pair will ride from Missouri to North Carolina through the Foster to Family Ride, raising...

Shopping

Wrapped in Love

The Moms Behind Bambear Article by Lena Johnson | Photography by Cheyenne Jordan Photography There’s something special about clothing your children in pieces that become part of their sweetest memories. Lazy Saturday mornings, bedtime stories, family movie nights, and the countless little moments that make childhood unforgettable. For local moms Kaley and Eden, that’s exactly what inspired Bambear. The idea began over two years ago with a simple conversation about buying bamboo pajamas for...

Life + Culture

The Ultimate Parkland Summer Bucket List

Your checklist for a summer well spent in the Parkland Article by Kayle Nephew Summer in the Parkland isn't about checking destinations off a map—it's about making memories. From afternoons on the river and ice cream runs to hidden hiking trails and hometown traditions, some of the best adventures are waiting right here in our own backyard. Whether you're looking to stay close to home or take a short road trip, here are a few ways to make the most of summer in the Parkland. Stay Close to...

Travel

Chasing Horizons

The curiosity that shaped a remarkable life of exploration Article by Kayle Nephew | Photography by Parkland City Lifestyle There are moments in history that seem almost impossible in hindsight. Moments when ordinary people find themselves swept into something extraordinary, when a nation fixes its eyes on the horizon and decides to go farther than anyone ever has before. The Apollo era was one of those moments. For those who lived it, the moon wasn’t history yet.   It was a goal. A...

Travel

River Road Adventure

A scenic road trip from Ste. Genevieve to Grafton, Illinois Article by Kayle Nephew | Photography by Parkland City Lifestyle Let’s take a drive. Or better yet, a ride. Starting in Ste. Genevieve and winding north through southern Illinois, this route rewards travelers who aren’t in a hurry. It’s about slowing down enough to enjoy the small towns, scenic overlooks, local restaurants, and river views that make a road trip memorable in the first place. Crossing the Mississippi near Chester...