Education

Building Skills, Building Legacy

Article by Nicole Swanberg Wright Legacy is often thought of in terms of what we leave behind—but in communities like ours, it’s just as much about what we pass on. Today, learning is no longer confined to a single path or phase of life. It’s dynamic, hands-on, and deeply rooted in connection. Across Lincolnway, organizations are creating opportunities for people of all ages to build practical skills, explore meaningful careers, and share knowledge across generations. From teens discovering...

Professional Services

Redefining Marketing Through Human Connection

How Precision Social Is Helping Brands Earn Attention Article by Kenadee Berry The creation of Precision Social began with a sense of frustration. At a time when most companies relied on interruptive marketing, Precision Social's founders saw a different path forward. They believed marketing should feel like an invitation, not an intrusion. Instead of asking how to get in front of people, they focused on how to create something people would want to engage with: content that educates...

Finance + Legal Services

Next Gen Leadership

Article by Nicole Swanberg Wright | Photography by Chris Moran At its core, the practice of law is about people—guiding them through uncertainty, helping them make sense of complexity, and standing beside them in moments that matter. At Murray & Regan, that philosophy extends beyond client work and into the fabric of the firm itself, where mentorship, collaboration, and long-term vision are shaping not only careers, but a lasting legacy. Across offices in Illinois, Ohio, and Washington...

Home + Design

Legacy Leaders

Article by Nicole Swanberg Wright | Photography by Jean Lachat Fleckinstein's Bakery in New Lenox and Mokena Fleckenstein’s Bakery began as Joan Fleckenstein’s passion for cake decorating. In 1977, she and her husband, Bob, opened a small bakery, and the community’s immediate support quickly turned it into a full-time business. Their sons grew up in the bakery, starting with simple tasks and gradually learning everything from mixing dough to decorating. By 1985, Ray Fleckenstein had joined...

Finance + Legal Services

Legacy by Design:

Preparing the Next Generation for More Than Wealth Article by Nicole Swanberg Wright | Photography by Chris Moran Founded from a modest investment newsletter in 1963, Charles Schwab Corporation grew into one of the most recognized names in finance by helping everyday investors access tools once reserved for Wall Street insiders. From pioneering extended service hours to launching 24-hour quote access, the company built its reputation on innovation, education, and long-term thinking—principles...

Health + Wellness

How Long Does Acupuncture take to Work?

Holistic healing often asks for something modern medicine rarely does: time, consistency, and active participation from the patient. Modalities like acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine are designed not simply to suppress symptoms, but to address the underlying patterns of imbalance within the body. Because of this, the timeline for meaningful change can look very different from what many patients expect.A common guideline in acupuncture is that it may take approximately 10–12 treatments to...

Health + Wellness

Building Beauty and Business:

The Founders of Ageless Rituals Med Spa Article by Nicole Swanberg Wright | Photography by Hannah Schweiss For Dani DuCharme and Colleen Knight, founding Ageless Rituals Med Spa in Frankfort was about more than aesthetics—it was the culmination of decades of passion, experience, and dedication. Dani, influenced by her father’s 45-year legacy running Aurelio’s Pizza, always knew she wanted to build something of her own. “Watching my dad’s work ethic showed me that anything is possible if...

Health + Wellness

Empowering Communication, Every Day

Article by Nicole Swanberg Wright | Photography by Jean Lachat For Star Speech and Myo Therapy owner Dana Ann Hawkins, the path to building a more supportive, accessible speech therapy practice began with a simple but powerful realization: families needed more than reassurance: they needed tools. A speech-language pathologist specializing in early communication, myofunctional therapy, and aural rehabilitation, Dana has spent years working closely with young children and their families. Time...

Health + Wellness

In Sync:

A New Approach to Women’s Wellness Article by Nicole Swanberg Wright | Photography by Chris Moran In an era where women’s health is finally receiving the nuanced attention it deserves, Dr. Lauren Mansell is leading a more integrative, patient-centered approach. As the founder of AcuRehabMed, she brings together physical therapy, pelvic floor therapy, and acupuncture to treat the body as an interconnected system—rather than a collection of isolated symptoms. At the core of her work is the...

Health + Wellness

Beyond Better Hearing

Article by Kenadee Berry | Photography by Jean Lachat At first, audiology wasn't part of the plan for Dr. Scott Sumrall. His career began in civil engineering, working in project and construction management, until one project shifted everything: contributing to the development of an audiology clinic. Through close collaboration with the audiologists (and continued exposure to the field) he gained a deeper understanding of "the critical role hearing plays in overall quality of life."  That...