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Family, Flooring & Florida Style

Inside Montgomery’s CarpetsPlus Colortile Article by Emily Leinfuss Walk into Montgomery’s CarpetsPlus Colortile showroom in Venice, and it won’t take long to spot a member of the Montgomery family. That’s by design. “We stagger our days off so that one of us is always here,” said Mike Montgomery, who co-owns the company with his brother Mark and sister Missy. Most days, customers will find either Mike, Mark or Missy on the showroom floor. This kind of hands-on approach is one of the many...

Life + Culture

What's Your Self-Care Style?

Daily habits that work: simple actions for busy lives Article by Emily Leinfuss Self-care isn’t one-size-fits-all—that’s what makes it interesting! Some find peace in meditation, others in a jog or quiet family time. Whether it’s a treadmill podcast, five minutes of silence, or saying “no” guilt-free, self-care comes in many forms. This article shares real stories of how people make self-care fit their busy lives. Ready to find your style and feel more energized? Let’s dive in! Deniese Kragel...

Life + Culture

The Little Black Dress

Accessorize to infuse new life into a classic you already own—making it reflect your unique style Article by Angela Broockerd | Photography by Janie Jones (Styled by Amani Skalacki) Most of us can say we have that one staple black dress that can be worn at any occasion, and the classic look is not only popular but is elegant and timeless. It is the dress in our closet that can be accessorized to fit the event and often is the dress we go back to time and again. It is one of the most versatile...

Education

Coach, Mentor, Educator

Sascha Hyer wins "Ripple Award" by making a lasting impact at Venice High School Article by Emily Leinfuss | Photography by Courtesy Sarasota County Schools Sascha Hyer has always believed that relationships come first. “For me, it’s about building trust with students. Once you’ve got that, you can teach anything,” he says. That student-first approach, combined with his leadership in the classroom and on the field, recently earned Hyer one of the Charles & Margery Barancik Foundation’s Ripple...