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Meet the Artist: Mandy Spisak, Retro Revival

“Everything old is new again” is certainly evident in local artist Mandy Spisak’s resourceful and gorgeous mosaics, created entirely with upcycled materials. Primarily inspired by nature, Mandy’s passion for mosaics blossomed during the pandemic lockdown when she was unable to go to her studio to create. Like her fellow artists, she...

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A Final Thought: A Conversation With My Grandson

“Poppy, when are my mommy and daddy coming home?” “Next Wednesday. They went to Montana to spread your Grandpa John’s ashes in Glacier National Park.” “I know. He passed away when I was a baby. Poppy, do you miss your father?” “Yes, I do. Every day.” “When did he die?” “Back in...

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What’s new in luxury vinyl

The original luxury vinyl tile and plank innovator, Coretec has just released its new offerings for 2022. Holding tight to its “first” and “best” honor, the newest styles of Coretec luxury vinyl plank and tile continue to represent. In addition to new and beautiful colors and textures, like woodgrain and tile looks, the company has...

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The 19th Annual Butterfly Gala is a crucial part of the Stewart’s Caring Place mission to provide free services to anyone affected by cancer

Transformation. Hope. Joy. This is what a butterfly symbolizes and the reason it is a perpetual theme at Stewart’s Caring Place, from the colorful artwork in its lobby to the name of its annual gala. “Because they also are undergoing a transformation, the butterfly is so symbolic to all those who walk through our doors,” says Sarah...

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Choosing the right gutter cover

When it comes to protecting your gutters in the most efficient manner possible, one local company has you covered (literally). Gutter Cover Company’s Gutter Topper guard system relies on a solid-cover slope design that’s superior to any screened products on the market. The locally owned company and its skilled team have been installing...

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