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The Platt Legacy
Meet the visionaries behind your favorite local restaurants Article by Courtney Stockton | Photography by Provided, Charlene Taylor It’s fair to say that the success rate for a new restaurant is low. Staggeringly so. While the exact metrics can be hard to quantify, it’s estimated that new restaurants have a 60% chance of not continuing past the first year. Consequently, being in the business of starting restaurants necessitates an intrepid spirit (or two). That’s where the Platts come in. ...
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Embrace Spring
Prepare your home for the season Article by Kristy Murdoch 1. Design Shop Interiors’ Spring Tips - "This season embodies words like fresh, light, and new; We like our homes to reflect this. DSI loves a good home décor refresh. Swap out heavy blankets and dark pillows with lighter options, introducing natural textures and colors that mimic springtime. Florals, organic shapes, and rattan details are some of our current favorites." theshopbydsi.com 2. Transform Your Outdoor Living Space At...
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Un-bee-lievably Clean
Michele Staricco of Bizzy Bee’z Home Services shares her story, offerings, and tips for getting (and keeping) a clean house. Article by Courtney Stockton | Photography by Charlene Taylor At the helm of local cleaning company Bizzy Bee’z, is the savvy proprietor, and “Queen Bee”, Michele Staricco. Michele first honed her entrepreneurial skills as a child by cleaning her grandmother’s home. She later turned this skill into a lucrative venture during college, ultimately giving rise to Bizzy Bee’z...
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Living the Dream
Founder of Dream Catchers Jonathan Reis takes Center Stage Article by Courtney Adams | Photography by Kimberlee Brooke & Co Anybody who has participated in musical theater knows how powerful and gratifying it can feel to express yourself. Now imagine if those with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDDS), were afforded the same opportunity in a space that felt encouraging, supportive, and safe. Thanks to Dream Catchers, a local non-profit organization, this ‘dream’ has become a...
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