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Debbie Maloy’s Recipe for Real Estate Success Article by Debra Wallace | Photography by Dr. Ceylon Mitchell | M3 Mitchell Media For Debbie Maloy, success—whether in the kitchen or in real estate comes down to the same essential ingredients: care, preparation, and a genuine passion for bringing people together. Recognized among the DMV’s premier real estate agents, Debbie has built her business on a foundation of trust, expertise, and attention to detail. Her path into real estate began...

Life + Culture

Moorlow: Court Style, Refined

Blending performance, elegance, and a philanthropic vision for brain health Article by Bianca Bain Villegas | Photography by Provided Pickleball’s meteoric rise has ushered in a new era of style where performance meets polished athleisure. At the forefront is Moorlow, a premium women owned pickleball apparel brand based in Washington, D.C., blending elevated design with purposeful innovation. Launched in 2025 by founders Sondra Hoffman, Holly Morris Espy, and Brooks Kenny, Moorlow approaches...

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Beauty & Balance

Ashley Rushing is Dedicated to Elevated Care While Also Grounded in Compassion Article by Debra Wallace | Photography by Provided When the demands of life begin to feel overwhelming ,  Ashley Rushing encourages individuals to seek compassionate support early in the process, elevating their well‑being long before stress becomes a strain. As the Clinical Director of Evolve: A Behavioral Health Center (Evolve BHC) in Loudoun County, Virginia, Rushing leads a premier private practice built on...

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Artistry with Purpose

Jewelry by Nasim Maleki inspired by resilience and crafted with purpose, uniting timeless elegance with meaningful impact Article by Bianca Bain Villegas | Photography by Provided At the intersection of heritage, craftsmanship, and quiet activism stands Nasim Maleki, founder and designer of Artita Gallery, a handcrafted luxury jewelry brand where adornment becomes expression. Drawing from the rich artistic traditions of her Persian heritage and the enduring resilience of Iranian women, Maleki...

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Mother's Day Table

Four refined Washington area dining destinations to celebrate mothers with beauty, flavor, and thoughtful hospitality Article by Finn Aldrich | Photography by Provided   Tucked within a historic Georgetown row house, L’Avant Garde offers a Mother’s Day experience defined by quiet elegance and enduring French tradition. Here, celebration unfolds not in excess, but in refinement, an intimate setting of flickering wood burning fireplaces, polished hardwood floors, and a softly lit dining room...

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A Century at Washington’s Finest Address

The St. Regis Washington, D.C. marks 100 years of elegance with seasonal Cherry Blossom Tea and a year of refined celebration Article by Elizabeth McKinley | Photography by Courtesy of The St. Regis Washington, D.C. Few addresses in Washington, D.C. have shaped the city’s social and cultural life with the quiet authority of The St. Regis Washington, D.C. For nearly a century, the storied hotel, just steps from the White House, has welcomed presidents, diplomats, artists, and discerning...

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From Morning News to Motherhood

The FOX 5 DC morning anchor reflects on early mornings, preparing for motherhood, and her passion for uplifting local businesses and moms. Article by Deborah Blumberg | Photography by Makovka Photography by Alla Amigliore When Mikea Turner couldn’t find a reporting job after college, she broke into journalism by volunteering at Prince George’s Community Television. A month later, the station hired her as a freelancer. Three months later, she secured a full-time reporter role. Several reporting...

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Women Who Paint the World Beautiful

Four remarkable Maryland-area artists whose vibrant work is bringing color, calm, and joy into homes and galleries across the country. Article by Anicia Juarez | Photography by Provided Kim Cohen's connection to art began at age seven, when she won a national drawing contest. That early recognition set her on a path she has followed ever since. After earning a Bachelor's degree in Art Education from the University of Maryland , she went on to teach art at Walt Whitman High School , where...

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Around Town

A collection of the month’s most vibrant social moments and meaningful gatherings Article by Bianca Bain Villegas | Photography by Provided Gaithersburg Book Festival Bohrer Park May 16 | 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. A vibrant literary festival set in a scenic park, featuring award-winning authors, poets, and songwriters from across the country. Free and open to all, it offers engaging programming for all ages, supported by the City of Gaithersburg and a dedicated community of volunteers...

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Echoes of Spain

TorcuArt brings the living traditions of Spanish flamenco, music, scholarship, and community to the cultural landscape of Washington, D.C. Article by Bianca Bain Villegas | Photography by Provided Flamenco begins with a single word: Olé. Within those three letters lives an entire universe of feeling. Joy and grief. Love and heartbreak. Celebration and longing. Born from the confluence of cultures in southern Spain during the sixteenth century, flamenco has endured as a profound artistic...