Beauty

Freecoat Nails Waverly

Offering a healthy, nontoxic option for beauty and nail care Article by Michelle W. Parnell | Photography by LD Thompson With over fifteen years of experience in the beauty industry, Millie Rivera pools her knowledge and passion to create an amazing, luxury, and health-conscious experience for customers at Freecoat Nails Waverly. “I have always loved makeup and have enjoyed immersing myself in the beauty industry,” Rivera shared. “It always makes me happy and over the years, my passion for...

May 2024

Professional Services

A Story of Encouragement

Attorney Tracy Frick shares her inspiration for achieving her goals and helping others Article by Michelle W. Parnell Growing up, several women poured into Tracy Frick’s life and inspired her to chase her dreams. “From a young age, my mother taught me that an education and a strong work ethic were the keys to success. She always did everything she possibly could to help that happen,” shared Frick, who worked and paid her way through undergraduate and law school. “My 4-H leader was also so...

May 2024

Style + Beauty

Girly Tattoos

Providing a private, luxury tattoo experience Article by Michelle W. Parnell As an artist, Selina Medina understands the power of art to tell a story, communicate feelings, and memorialize significant events. When she first began exploring the art of tattoos twenty years ago, she knew it was the perfect career for her. “I was immediately captivated with the ability to help people through events in their life or commemorate really special things by doing tattoos for them,” she shared. “The more...

April 2024

Local Services

A Valuable Perspective

Local businesswomen share the benefits of women in the marketplace Article by Michelle W. Parnell | Photography by Isabelle Olson Libby Grier Executive Director/Producer WYTV7 It’s crucial for women to step into leadership roles because it challenges society’s outdated idea of men as the leaders and neglects to show the power, influence, and talent of women. As a leader, I love meeting people, learning things about what they do, and connecting them with others to stimulate growth.   ...

April 2024

Life + Culture

Teri's Top 6

Invest in Your Town Article by Michelle W. Parnell | Photography by Isabelle Olson QUICK LUNCH JASON’S DELI, SOUTH PARK It is my favorite salad bar place! I go so often that the manager recognizes me and knows my order! The food is always fresh, it is self-serve, and even during the lunch rush, I can get in and out quickly. My daughter loves it too!   DATE NIGHT RESTAURANT FIREBIRDS WOOD FIRED GRILL, BALLANTYNE The food is outstanding and the atmosphere is elegant, but not so much that...

March 2024

Fitness

Invest in Health

With infrared technology and 24-hour workout accessibility, HOTWORX makes it easy to maintain a lifestyle of wellness Article by Michelle W. Parnell | Photography by Isabelle Olson As lifelong athletes, Tim and Holley Skelly make it a priority to invest in their health through good nutrition and physical exercise. “Investing in your health through physical fitness is so important because, as we say, if you listen to your body when it whispers, you'll never have to hear it scream,” shared...

March 2024

Finance + Legal Services

Investment Education

Becoming stock market savvy with EarningsBeats Chief Market Strategist, Tom Bowley Article by Michelle W. Parnell | Photography by Isabelle Olson Even during his days as a Certified Public Accountant, Tom Bowley had a passion for studying the history of the stock market to understand what makes it tick. In 2003, he transitioned from studying the market as a hobby to educating people about it full-time, utilizing his historical research to guide market strategy as the Chief Market Strategist at...

March 2024

Professional Services

AMV Mobile Sharpening

Investing in the tools of your craft with expert care Article by Michelle W. Parnell | Photography by Vince Feliciano Whether you’re a professional stylist, personal chef, or someone who simply likes to keep your kitchen knives in the best shape possible, taking good care of your tools is an investment in your business and quality of life. When it comes to knives and shears specifically, the sharpness of the blades makes all the difference not only with the end product, but with the ease in...

March 2024

Home + Design

Breathing Easy

Improving indoor air quality with Green Home Solutions Article by Michelle W. Parnell Springtime! Such a wonderful time of year filled with longer days, warm sunshine, beautiful blooming flowers and plants… all accompanied by pollen and allergens. When being outdoors proves too much for our bodies to handle, we often retreat inside our homes for relief. However, for some people, their home harbors irritants that are difficult to escape. Although mold is a common concern when it comes to...

February 2024

Home + Design

Beautiful Craftsmanship by Pineville Rug Gallery

Article by Kaitlynn Divine | Photography by Emily Wilson If you are looking for exceptional services and high-end rugs, then look no further than Pineville Rug Gallery. Pineville Rug Gallery offers many services to their customers and provides handmade unique rugs to the customers that they service. Pineville Rug Gallery is family owned and operated and has been providing outstanding services to customers since 1986. Proudly representing their Persian heritage, they pride themselves in the work...

February 2024