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Beauty Refined, Wellness Redefined
Orchid Aesthetics and Wellness Article by Allison Swan | Photography by Janie Jones Orchid Aesthetics and Wellness in Lee’s Summit believes that true transformation starts from within. Through personalized bio-identical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT), Orchid helps clients reclaim energy, clarity, and confidence by addressing the root causes of hormonal imbalance, all within a professional, physician-led environment. Founded by Dr. M. Aaron Mehrer, a board-certified anesthesiologist...
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Adventure Awaits
The Kansas City Climbing Community Article by Allison Swan | Photography by Kate Neuenschwander Kansas City might not be the first place that comes to mind when you think of rock climbing, but its climbing community is thriving and growing stronger every year. Thanks to the Kansas City Climbing Community, locals and visitors alike can find their way onto the wall, whether it’s inside one of the area’s many gyms or outside at nearby crags. “Kansas City Climbing Community recently celebrated...
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Sports + Recreation
Inside the Crown
One Man’s Devotion to Royals Baseball Article by Lauren Powers | Photography by Nicolette Martin Writer, podcaster, and lifelong fan David Lesky shares the highs, heartbreaks, and magic of the game that raised him. For David Lesky, baseball isn’t just a sport — it’s the soundtrack of his life. Raised in a home where Royals games were always on the TV or radio, Lesky was destined to fall in love with the game. One moment sealed it: July 4, 1989, when a four-year-old Lesky watched Bo Jackson...
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A Pillar of the Community
The Legacy of Andy Lock Photography by Cody Wheelock Andy Lock’s visionary leadership and passion for hospitality left an indelible mark on Lee’s Summit, and helped transform the local dining scene. Here’s a look at the history and impact of the restaurants he co-founded in the community: Summit Grill – Lee’s Summit (Opened October 2012) Converted a former steakhouse into a chef-driven American restaurant. Its success laid the foundation for expansion across the Kansas City metro area. ...
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