Auto + Marine

Discovering St. George from Inside, Out

AAA helps you plan the best experience in/around St. George Article by AAA Mountain West Group As residents of St. George we don’t let the heat slow us down. We still work, play and continue to visit the amazing vistas here and in the surrounding area. Enriching our lives with the artistic culture including various local theater productions, Shakespeare Festival plays, and even movies and concerts in the park. Rugged red rocks and a flourishing vibrant city are hallmarks of the St. George...

Fitness

Tennis Through the Ages

A Brief History and an Etiquette Quiz to test your knowledge Article by Taffy Lewis | Photography by Joe Morris and Provided Did you know that the first tennis ball was stuffed with feathers and wrapped in animal and human hair? Around the 12th century, France was playing a form of handball called "jeu de paume," or "game of the palm," which later allowed the option of playing with a bat or paddle. France is also credited (or discredited) with inventing the scoring system, including the...

Fitness

Golf's Unique Pains

And Why Pilates May Be Your New Secret Weapon on the Course Article by Sheridan St Claire | Photography by Bailey Fillmore Golf has a perception problem. From the outside, it looks low-impact, relaxed, and leisurely. But the golf swing is actually one of the most rotationally demanding movements in sports. Every swing requires the body to rapidly transfer force through the hips, pelvis, spine, shoulders, and core while maintaining balance, stability, and precision. Over time, the body keeps...

Travel

Explore Your Own Backyard

Tried-and-true experiences are for locals and visitors alike Article by Sara Otto - Marketing Manager, Open Sky/Black Sage | Photography by Open Sky/Black Sage We live and work where others vacation. But that doesn’t mean we can’t explore the offerings that occupy the itineraries of our area visitors. Personally, Greater Zion has become a destination for my friends and family from my native Minnesota, but from elsewhere too. And, they keep coming back, not always to see just me...

Life + Culture

The Journey Home

A Southern Utah Story of Community, Comfort, and Dignity Article by Rob Alleman | Photography by Provided by the Alleman Family Helping my father on his final journey taught me that "home" is a verb—it is something we do for one another. He didn't just pass away in his house; he went home with the support of a community that treated his final needs not as a chore, but as a collective mission of love. For nearly half a century, the red rock horizon of southern Utah wasn’t just a landscape to...

Shopping

Bonding Brick by Brick

"Fatherhood is not about being perfect. It's about being present." -Unknown Article by Zac and Michelle Erekson | Photography by Michelle Erekson and Hoof It Creative For over 75 years Legos have been a staple in the playroom, and now Legos have evolved to be a multi-generational pastime. Thanks to Zac and Michelle Erekson we have our own store located right here in Southern Utah. What inspired you to open Bricks and Minifigs? A lot of things contributed to our inspiration to open Bricks...

Home + Design

Building on Generational Wisdom

An Introduction to Local Builder Zachary Foster of Desert Haus Custom Homes Article by Joe Morris | Photography by Provided by Desert Haus Construction Growing up in Southern Utah, Zachary Foster was surrounded by home builders, four generations on both sides of his family, to be exact. With a father who worked as a general contractor and a mother in real estate, he gained a unique perspective of the construction industry throughout his youth. As a teenager, he felt as though his strengths...

Health + Wellness

Maintenance Tools for the Modern Man

How Men are Approaching Their Appearance Differently in 2026 Article by Bella Shipley | Photography by St. George Medspa Gentlemen, we know that you are interested in looking good. You invest in yourself all the time with gym memberships, supplements, grooming, hobbies and taking care of your health. Now it is time to take the next step in your evolution with medspa treatments that fit into the same category of personal maintenance and performance. Through the hundreds of men we see regularly...

Finance + Legal Services

She Brings Peace While Ending Panic

Christine Alleman created a company that can help bring families peace of mind when they need it most Article by Christine Alleman | Photography by Asher Swan and TrustSafe LLC For more than 30 years, the most meaningful part of my work has been about the people and families I’ve had the privilege of helping to navigate through some of life’s most important yet difficult times.  Over those decades, I grew weary of watching people panic at the exact moment when they needed clarity most.  And...

Fitness

Pilates through the Ages

A method rooted in intention- designed to evolve with you, not exhaust you. Article by Sheridan St. Claire | Photography by Bailey Fillmore Photos In a world where media drives most of society’s emotions, decisions, and lifestyle choices, sifting through health fads, workout scams, and “get-fit-quick” schemes has become a challenge for those serious about creating a sustainable, healthy lifestyle. However, the quiet strength of Pilates has steadily made its way into the spotlight. Research...