Entertainment

Splash into Summer Fun

Cool Down at Local Wet Playgrounds Article by A.J. Lape | Photography by Provided As the summer sun cranks up the heat, parents are on the lookout for the ultimate cooldown solution that won’t break the bank. Enter the splash pad—a watery oasis where kids can laugh and play to their heart’s content. With colorful fountains shooting streams of refreshing water into the air, splash pads become the go-to destination for families seeking fun-filled relief. Join us on a journey to explore local...

June 2024

Home + Design

All Aboard

Backyard Railroads Deliver Fun at Every Turn Article by Bill Furbee | Photography by Matthew J. Capps It’s easy to lose track of time at the helm of a small-scale railway, navigating twists and turns on a customized personal path. Mark Fenbers, owner of Love on Rails, wouldn’t have it any other way. Fenbers has always been obsessed with trains, and it’s easy to hop on board with his train of thought: Love on Rails builds backyard railroads for the enjoyment of young and old alike. “I’ve...

June 2024

Entertainment

Visit Carillon Historical Park

A Choose-Your-Own-Adventure Destination in Dayton Article by Jennifer McGhee | Photography by Provided by Dayton History + Dan Patterson Right off I-75, only about 30 minutes from West Chester, sits Carillon Historical Park. Home to over 35 historical buildings and three million artifacts, this open-air museum has something for everyone. From interactive, experiential learning to eclectic stories about inventions that connect Dayton to your everyday life, Carillon Historical Park is well worth...

June 2024

Education

Shaping Our Local Leaders

Leadership 21 Helps Businesspeople Enhance Leadership Skills, Build Connections + Impact Our Community Article by Michelle Moody | Photography by Yasmen Brown-Jones + Michelle Moody In the fast-paced world of business, there's a special place where people with a passion to learn, grow and connect are transformed into leaders. The Leadership 21 program, run by the West Chester ▪ Liberty Chamber Alliance, takes skilled professionals and gives them the tools, training and hands-on experience...

June 2024

Sports + Recreation

Pickleball Explosion

Explore the Latest Sport to Sweep the Nation Article by Mike Burcham | Photography by Len Kaltman Pickleball is an infectious game. And it’s spreading. Fast. Liberty Township resident Krista Schmidt stumbled into her first pickleball game nearly two years ago. “I walked by pickleball courts one day at a local fitness center and people waved me over,” says Krista, 44, a nutrition coach and personal trainer in West Chester Township. “They needed a fourth player. I told them I didn’t have a...

June 2024

Food + Beverage

Backyard Summer Entertaining

This Delicious + Eye-Catching Summer Meal is a Cinch to Prepare Article by Lauren Lane Culinarian + LeAnn Parker | Photography by Janie Jones Looking for ways to elevate your summer entertaining without having to spend all day in the kitchen? Lauren Lane Culinarian (watch her on Netflix’s Easy Bake Battle ) and stylist LeAnne Parker teamed together to create a beautiful and simple backyard meal that is tasty, fun and keeps guests cool in the summer heat.  Make-Ahead Italian Pressed...

June 2024

Food + Beverage

Dine Like a King

King Corona Latin Kitchen Cantina is a Culinary Destination Fit for Royalty Article by Mike Burcham | Photography by Provided King Corona is more than a new restaurant. It is a lively and festive culinary destination in West Chester. “There is simply nothing like it around here,” says Nathan Taylor, co-owner of King Corona Latin Kitchen Cantina. “There are other restaurants around, but there is not a high-end entertaining restaurant like this in the area.” The vibrant atmosphere inside King...

May 2024

Local Services

Special Bond

Meet Four Local Father-Daughter Duos that Work Together Article by Tera Michelson | Photography by Anjali Fong Photography Fathers and daughters often have a special bond, but it takes a unique pair to merge career paths on the daily. As Father’s Day approaches, we shine a spotlight on four sets of local fathers and daughters who work together. For these remarkable duos, being colleagues is a bonus that extends beyond the familial thread of security, trust and love. Sharing professional...

May 2024

Local Services

I Scream, You Scream

Stephen Sung's Heart Screams for Ice Cream Article by Tera Michelson | Photography by Amanda Lippert Photography There’s nothing like a delicious ice cream treat to bring a smile to your face. Stephen Sung of Liberty Township knows the power of the creamy dessert. Last year, he traded in his career as a chemical engineer to launch Sung’s Treats, his own line of fresh, handmade, custom ice cream. “I'm an engineer by training,” says Sung. “I got my PhD in chemical engineering, and I’ve been in...

May 2024

Professional Services

Propel Your Business

Six Expert Tips to Set Up Your Side Hustle for Success Article by Jennifer McGhee | Photography by Provided Women are starting businesses at a higher rate than men. However, women generally receive less capital than men for a new business. Entrepreneurs who don’t have family or friends who are entrepreneurs likely don't receive the support they need.  Jill Morenz, president and CEO of the nonprofit Aviatra Accelerators, assists women with getting access to capital to start and grow their...

April 2024