Life + Culture

Heartstrings

Weaving Love and Legacy into Community Health Article by Bethany Norman | Photography by John Robson Photography Growing up, February was a whirlwind of Valentine's Day cards and classroom parties, filled with the sweet thrill of candy and heartfelt notes. Over time, this month of love evolved into romantic dinners and surprise bouquets. But seventeen years ago, it deepened profoundly with the loss of my mother, Beth, to a stroke at 50. This personal tragedy infused February with a new depth...

Health + Wellness

A Valentine Treat Your Heart Will Love

A Little Dark Chocolate Can Do A Lot of Good Article by Contributing UCHealth Writers | Photography by Kelly Tracer, UCHealth Go ahead. Give your love some chocolates on Valentine’s Day. It turns out that some chocolate has plenty of attributes that make it a heart-healthy treat. The darker the better.  Jenifer Bowman, a registered dietitian who works with cardiac patients at UCHealth, said dark chocolate can help lower blood pressure, improve blood flow, reduce inflammation and improve immune...

Life + Culture

Lovingly Owned and Operated

Making a Difference in the Community One Family at a Time Article by Brittany Bisceglia | Photography by Photos by Diandra Sometimes the key to keeping the balance between work and home life is more about maintaining harmony within both environments. To be able to continuously combine and simultaneously make sound decisions to produce progressive, positive results; that is harmony.  Meet several amazing families who have embraced the harmony and challenges of pursuing a dream together. Pikes...

Auto + Marine

Fall in Love with Date Night Again

Love = Red = Toyota Article by Jessica Zumbren Adventure Date  Grab your Toyota 4Runner and pack a lunch for an adventure at the beautiful Horsetooth Reservoir! Take a hike around the lake and enjoy the beautiful view of the mountains.    Downtown Adventure  Take your sweetheart for a fun date night in and around Northern Colorado. Enjoy the beautiful buildings from the comfort of your warm, cozy Toyota Camry!   Big City Night Out  Need some big-city vibes? Make big plans and book a...

Sports + Recreation

More Than the Scoreboard

Two Men Focused on Changing Lives Both on And Off the Field Article by Desiree Gustafson | Photography by David Grossman of Colorado Photography   To be in a position of influence is a great privilege and one that coaches Mike Lordemann and Charlie Kingsbury both hold in high regard. They do not take the opportunity to help build strong foundations rooted in teamwork, kindness, and strength lightly. In fact, they consider it a great honor.    Soccer is a unique game because there are no...

Beauty

The Hidden Gem of Room 9 3⁄4

The Importance of Incorporating Skincare into your Wellness Routine Article by Dana Olson | Photography by David Grossman of Colorado Photography Your business has a very unique name - Room 9 3⁄4. Why did you choose this name, and how does it relate to your business and practice? 9 3⁄4 is actually a Harry Potter reference! I told my husband I didn’t want a typical spa name for my business. I wanted something unique to me so people would remember me. I started my business out of a room in our...

Food + Beverage

Healthier Favorites at The Windsor Mill Tavern

Signature Dishes and Drinks For Any Palate Article by Windsor Mill Tavern | Photography by Check Production Notes for further instructions Cocktail ~  Lock Jaw  (Glenmorangie X Scotch Whisky, Benedictine, Drambuie, Lemon Juice, Honey Simple Syrup, Ginger Wort, spritz with Laphroaig Scotch Whisky). Appetizer ~  The Mountain Man Feast  (A carnivore heaven...Over 2 1/2 pounds premium meats..featuring Honey Smoked Salmon, German-style Meatballs, Bourbon-glazed, Bacon-Wrapped Bison Tenderloin...

Wellness

Building A Bridge to Connection

Illuminating Hope & A Path Towards Seeking Help Article by Desiree Gustafson When we think of the holidays, often the first images that come to mind are centered around happiness and activities that are for the most part positive; decorating the tree, family gatherings, holiday parties, baking, and all the small traditions that are unique to each individual person’s experience. What we often don’t always associate with this time of year, but is just as prevalent is grief, anxiety, triggers, a...

Fitness

Hoedown Hill

Northern Colorado's Own Winter Wonderland Article by Desiree Gustafson | Photography by Owen Lockner As a child growing up in a Northern Colorado farming family, there were very limited opportunities for recreation, let alone expensive recreation, like trips to the mountains for skiing. There was at one time, a smaller local resort or ski hill just outside of Greeley Colorado that ran from 1971-1986 called Sharktooth Ski Area, Water Valley owner Martin Lind recalls his experience there “It...

Food + Beverage

RidgeHill Tavern's Creme Brûlée

A Classic Dessert Favorite Article and Photography by RidgeHill Tavern Ridgehill Tavern's Classic Crème Brûlée Creme Brûlée is a classic French dessert that is composed of a rich and creamy custard base that is topped with a layer of hard caramel. The caramel topping adds a slightly burnt sugar flavor and crunch to this creamy dessert.   Ingredients -5 Tablespoons White Sugar -1 Cup Heavy Cream -3 Egg Yolks -1/4 tsp Vanilla Extract   Directions  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. 2...