Home + Design

Built on Brotherhood

A firefighter’s discipline and a family foundation shape one of Central Ohio’s most trusted names in pools and patios Article by Lisa Federico | Photography by Moore Brothers Pools and Patios Long before transforming Northwest Columbus backyards into resort-style retreats, James “Jimmy” Moore was learning a very different kind of groundwork—one shaped by hard labor, family influence, and a front-row seat to what it takes to build something that lasts. For Moore, the foundation was set early...

Arts + Culture

Where Talent Meets Intention

Antoine T. Clark is shaping confident, capable students through music, discipline, and meaningful community connection. Article by Madison Moroi | Photography by Worthington Chamber Orchestra, Antoine Clark For Antoine T. Clark, music has never been just about performance—it’s about people. Long before founding the Worthington School of Music (Music Academy of Worthington ) and leading the Worthington Chamber Orchestra, Clark’s journey began in a musical household in rural Virginia. His...

Arts + Culture

Worthington in Color

New artists, Family Pavilion and more this year! Article by Ashley Labaki | Photography by McConnell Arts Center Mark your calendar—June 20–21—the Worthington Arts Festival lauches on the Village Green, transforming the heart of Old Worthington into a vibrant, open-air gallery. Produced by the McConnell Arts Center in partnership with the City of Worthington, this nationally recognized festival draws thirty thousand visitors each year and ranks among the country’s top fine-art shows. More...

Home + Design

Lighting Changes Everything

How expert lighting selection transforms mood, function, and design through thoughtful choices and professional guidance. Article by Madison Moroi | Photography by Nicole Dixon Photographic Lighting does more than illuminate a room—it defines how a space feels, functions, and flows. Too often, homeowners choose fixtures based solely on style, overlooking scale, placement, and light quality. The result? Rooms that feel flat, harsh, or unfinished. That's where a professional lighting designer...

Home + Design

The Art of Balanced Building

Feminine perspective and decisive leadership guiding every project forward Article by Brice Bunner | Photography by Zach Gibson (Upright Creative) In an industry known for timelines, budgets, and blueprints, Cooley Construction is focused on something less tangible—but far more impactful: how the process feels . Based in Worthington, and deeply connected to the community they serve, Tammy Yee and James Cooley have built their company around a simple but often overlooked idea—remodeling...

Food + Beverage

The Worthington Inn, Reinvented for Worthington

Local investors revive the Worthington Inn, reopening as Wolf’s Ridge with a vision rooted in preservation, community, and modern dining. Article by Lisa Federico | Photography by Nicole Dixon Photographic The idea didn’t start in a boardroom. It started as a simple conversation. Kat DePizzo, a longtime Worthington resident, couldn’t stop thinking about the Inn—its history, its role in the community, and what it could become again. What began as a passing thought quickly gained traction among...

Home + Design

2026 Design Insight on Defining How We Live

Jessica Brugger’s Design Alchemy 2026 reveals the shifts shaping more personal, livable homes Article by Madison Moroi | Photography by Ramsey Baker Interiors What if the most beautiful homes weren’t the most perfect—but the most personal? That’s the thinking behind Design Alchemy , the annual report created by Jessica Brugger, founder and principal designer of Dwell Well Design Co. More than a forecast, it’s a point of view—one that challenges the idea that homes should be designed for...

Food + Beverage

Two Women, One Bold Spirit

Columbus founders bring a modern narrative to one of the world’s oldest spirits. Article by Madison Moroi | Photography by Timothy Johnson Rum has long been associated with pirate lore, tropical clichés, and overly sweet cocktails. But two Ohio entrepreneurs are working to change that perception with a new premium brand designed for modern drinkers. Margaret Kerr-Jarrett and Emunah Winer, founders of the female-owned spirits brand Esther , launched the company in Columbus with a mission to...

Health + Wellness

What a Real Pain Treatment Plan Looks Like

If you're living with ongoing back, joint, or nerve pain, you've probably already tried something — rest, physical therapy, medications, maybe even injections.And yet… the pain keeps coming back.Part of the problem? Most patients — and even their primary care doctors — are forced to follow insurance-driven protocols that drag the process out. Weeks for an X-ray. Then more time waiting for an MRI. Then another appointment. Then maybe a referral. Then a shot.When you're in pain, that timeline...

Home + Design

Framing the View

In this 1960s ranch, removing a misplaced fireplace opened the home to expansive backyard views—transforming flow, light, and the way the family experiences daily life. Article by Lisa Federico | Photography by Alex Cruz (www.RendrLabs.io) Tucked away in one of Northwest Columbus's original subdivisions, this 1960s brick ranch sits on a beautiful, open property—complete with gardens, wildlife, and long backyard views. But inside, you wouldn’t have known it. A prominent fireplace, added...