Wellness

Cultivating Wellness: Imaging, Family, and Community

How Amanda and Logan Lackey Combine Their Passion for Community Care, Family Life, and Cuisine Article by Patti Zielinski | Photography by Springfield City Lifestyle and provided For Amanda and Logan Lackey, the romantic spark struck while they were study partners at medical school. “It’s safe to say that we fell in love over Guyton and Hall Textbook of Medical Physiology and Gray’s Anatomy ,” Amanda says.  Consider it destiny. They both felt a calling to serve others through medicine...

Food + Beverage

A Taste of Tradition, Reimagined

Bistro 160 Shines in Nixa Article by Hunter Jazz | Photography by Tiffany Enowski, Springfield City Lifestyle In the late 1980s, nestled in Ft. Smith, Arkansas, a humble kitchen was born from the rich heritage of the Hernandez family. Under the name La Mexican Kitchen, Martin Hernandez and his sister Lucy set out to bring the authentic flavors of their homeland, San Miguel de Allende in Guanajuato, Mexico, to the plates of their new community. Growing up in a family of 15 siblings, Martin and...

Life + Culture

Crafting an Experience

with Cortney Gabel of Gabel Cabins Article by Patti Zielinski October is cabin season. The leaves, resplendent in orange, yellow and red, rippling over the mountains. The birds singing in the overhead boughs. The crisp breeze swirling with the still-warm-on-your-cheeks sunshine. Family and good friends laughing over s’mores made over an outdoor fire, the harvest moon hanging low overhead. Autumn is particularly glorious in the Ozarks, notes Cortney Gabel, who enjoyed escaping to her...

Style + Beauty

Timeless Style

The Value of Age Article by Sheena Steedman | Photography by Erika Wiggins Meet James Brown—the undeniably cool native San Franciscan (who’s made Utah home for over 30 years)—he doesn’t just bring the style; he IS the style.  Rising by 7 AM each morning, at 78 years young, James springs out of bed with child-like enthusiasm and anticipation for what he’ll discover that day. But most of all, he wakes up on a mission—to make the world a better place and spread more love. James now measures his...

Arts + Culture

Springfield Sister City

Tlaquepaque Article by Hunter Jazz | Photography by Springfield City Lifestyle Our city shares a vibrant cultural connection with its sister city, Tlaquepaque, Mexico. Located in the state of Jalisco, Tlaquepaque is renowned for its rich artistic heritage, particularly in ceramics, glassblowing, and folk art. This historic city exudes a charming, colorful atmosphere with cobblestone streets, colonial architecture, and bustling markets filled with handcrafted treasures. The relationship...

Style + Beauty

Stitching Legacy

How One Woman Preserved a Local Icon Article by Hunter Jazz | Photography by Tiffany Tenowski A menswear legacy – John’s Suit Shop has thrived for over five decades, thanks to Viktoriya Solensky. John’s Suit Shop, originally named after its founder John Chrisman, has been a cornerstone of Springfield’s retail landscape since 1972. For over 16 years, John meticulously curated a collection that earned the store a loyal clientele. Upon his passing in 1988, his daughter Cassandra and her husband...

Professional Services

Elegance in Advocacy

Amy Kern's Stylish Approach to Health Insurance and Community Care Article by Hunter Jazz | Photography by Tiffany Enowski A Leader in Health Insurance and Community Advocacy Meet Amy Kern Amy's journey in the insurance industry began when she worked for her dad, Roy Kern, a time marked by personal challenges when her mother was diagnosed with cancer. Despite these difficulties, Amy persevered and eventually began an agency of her own, Kern Insurance Services, LLC in 2008. Today, Amy's...

Home + Design

Creating Spaces and Memories

A Family's Passion for Home and Life Article by Alyssa Devine | Photography by Leigh Love As the sun set over the majestic Rocky Mountains, the Hendrick family found themselves pausing to absorb the breathtaking view. This moment of serenity led to a profound epiphany. "That moment was life-changing," Nicole Hendrick recalls. "In search of whatever we were looking for, we had lost focus on our faith and family." With Nicole's master’s degree in accounting and Taylor’s banking experience in...

Fitness

Take Control of Your Fate

Kids Safety Course-Foundations Jr. teaches children ages 7 to 11 safety and awareness in a non-threatening environment Article by Patti Zielinski | Photography by Iris LaCaze, Rachel Monroe Mollie Estes is on a mission to make life safer for Springfield families. A mom of two—her daughter, Logan, is 8 and son, Raylan, is 6—Estes wanted her children to grow up to be independent, confident and aware, but not afraid of dangers that they might encounter. For years, her boutique gym F8 Training &...

Fitness

Supporting Youth Athletes

The Chuck Wiley Athletic Foundation Photography by Provided Founded in memory of Springfield resident and former professional baseball player Chuck Wiley, the Chuck Wiley Athletic Foundation has been dedicated to assisting youth athletes since 2020. This nonprofit organization supports young athletes and their families with physical and financial needs, aiming to engage athletes free from financial burdens and support them through life’s curveballs. The foundation provides scholarships for...