Event Planning + Services

Discover Topeka’s Stylish New Event Space

Legacy, Love, and Labor Shape Cedar Lawn Farm’s Stunning Transformation Article by Kelsey Huber | Photography by Kristol Kumar Photography Weathered by time and softened by the sun, old barns stand as silent witnesses to generations of hard work, love, and life. Within their creaking beams and worn floorboards are stories of early mornings, harvest seasons, and children’s laughter echoing through the rafters. Families once gathered under their roofs to work side by side, stacking hay, tending...

Style + Beauty

Framing Confidence with Style and Care

Personalized eyewear styling meets expert vision care at Family Eye Care of Topeka Article by Amanda Knowland | Photography by Lindsey Wagers/Wagers Photography At Family Eye Care of Topeka, helping patients see better is just the beginning. With an eye for fashion and a heart for personalized service, the growing team at Family Eye Care is turning eyewear into an extension of personal style. “Eyewear has really transformed from something purely functional into a true fashion statement,” said...

Local Services

"It's Stunning!"

Modern Techniques Give Style to Basic Concrete Article by Linda Ditch | Photography by Tara Helton/The Upside Photography Mention concrete, and most people picture light grey sidewalks and Grandma's slab patio. However, today's options can elevate this versatile building material into a more artistic realm.    What makes concrete a good choice? Terry Burgess, owner of Burgess Construction, says, "Because it will last longer than other alternatives, and it's so customizable. There are multiple...

Entertainment

Born to Sing

Ellie Oliva's Stunning Talent Amazes Local Audiences Article by Linda Ditch | Photography by Lindsey Wagers/Wagers Photography Ellie Oliva is causing a stir in the Topeka music scene. She has performed at venues such as the Celtic Fox's Jam for Dan, Classic Bean, and Evergy Plaza, featuring a lineup of cover songs from her favorite pop and country performers, including Megan Moroney, Taylor Swift, Olivia Rodrigo, Noah Kahan, and Luke Combs. Recently, she rocked the Happy Basset Brewing Co. as...