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Get inspired with fashion-forward fall recommendations from Dayton media mainstay, Gina Ferraro. Article by Amanda Stout | Photography by Austin + Shilo Creative Meet Gina Ferraro Before becoming a well-known content creator and fashion storyteller, Gina Ferraro spent over 15 years working in the Dayton media scene on both radio and TV. These days, she helps her clients create engaging social media content and works as a Multiplatform On-Air Talent and Content Contributor for iHeartMedia...

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Shoe Program Helps Kids Stand Tall

Shoes 4 the Shoeless provides free socks and shoes to southwest Ohio children. Article by Marie Kriedman | Photography by Provided Starting a nonprofit takes hard work and dedication. From the beginning, the new venture requires funding, volunteers, a coordinated effort to address a specific need, distribution plans to expand access and a passion to help others. Kris Horlacher, RN, BSN, knows this process well. She founded Shoes 4 the Shoeless (S4TS) which delivers brand-new socks and gym...

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The Closet of Your Dreams

Dayton Designer Closets crafts stylish and useful spaces to organize life’s necessities. Article by Nina Weierman | Photography by Austin + Shilo Creative Thirty years ago, the movie Clueless introduced us to the concept of the dream closet. A truly custom space where organization meets style, accessories are expertly showcased, and every day feels like a runway moment. Today, more people are looking to customize their closets, simplifying daily routines and bringing order and beauty to...

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Preparing Students to Learn

Crayons to Classrooms offers free school supplies to help teachers set students up for success. Article by Marie Kriedman | Photography by The Ohlmann Group The start of the school year often begins with a new backpack, freshly sharpened pencils, bright smiles and curious minds ready for a new year of learning. Teachers, eager to meet their new students, create their welcome packets, arrange the tables and chairs and decorate their classrooms. These preparations for the school year begin...