Tag Archives: Lifestyle

Journey to the Long Jump

A late bloomer in track and field, John Wise has become a tough competitor

Track and field was John Wise’s favorite sport in high school. As an adult, however,…

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Satchel Sassy

Siedah Garrett bags a whole new direction in style

Not only is singer and handbag designer Siedah Garrett consistently in creative mode, she’s always…

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A Perfect Resting Place

Janet League-Katzin creates a restorative oasis for the overworked professional

Janet League-Katzin creates a restorative oasis for the overworked professional.

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Spirit of France

A historic destination offers a course on its favorite drink

The Cognac region—birthplace of the esteemed brandy—resembles a page from a French novel: narrow cobblestone…

By Sean Drakes

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A Natural Healer

The shelves at Sacred Vibes Apothecary hold a bounty of medicinal roots and herbs. On…

By Chana Garcia

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Great Place for a New Start

Milwaukee’s Midwestern Welcome

Milwaukee mixes cosmopolitan flair with small-town hospitality.

By Aisha Sylvester

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Taking Challenges to the Mat

Michelle Barge really does bend over backwards to reach her goals—and help her clients reach theirs

After Michelle Barge was laid off from a job as director of marketing and merchandising…

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Where the Eating is Easy

Soulful Creole cuisine provides much more than a taste of New Orleans

Food defines New Orleans. There is no censorship on taste, no modified portions, and no…

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In the Spirit

Great tastes, cool packaging, and a spot to indulge. Here are summer suggestions for toasting the good life

Brian Duncan and his business partners Dan Sachs and Executive Chef John Caputo offer a…

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Safe Haven

Sylvia King's financial discipline kept her afloat during tough times

Sylvia King’s financial discipline kept her afloat during tough times

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