Home: Safe & Sound Underground
Nature’s most violent storms are headed back to the Sooner State and local contractors are advising residents how to stay safe the next time the siren sounds. By selecting the right tornado shelter for their needs, homeowners would not only protect their loved ones, but can make those tense moments underground a little less unpleasant….
Read More >Thunder Girl: Made in Edmond
Not everyone who graduates from high school can say they’ve done what one Edmond teen had the chance to do. When Alexis Hancock was only 18 years old, she was selected to join the NBA Thunder Girls squad and was the youngest member on the team. Hancock is now 20 and still dances with her…
Read More >Bomb Squad: Edmond Police Department Gets New Equipment
There are no nostalgic feelings for the crammed space that used to be the Edmond Police Department’s old bomb truck. The department’s bomb squad has been using a new truck for a few months now, and they say it has made their work more efficient and the community safer, one threat at a time. The…
Read More >Home: Timeless Elegance
Diamonds have outshined the category of a product and have become a symbol. Their physical qualities – extreme durability and relative rareness – convey a message of commitment, class, uniqueness and strong feelings. Diamonds are perceived as an essential part of proclaiming a message of love. The fact that they appeal to the heart explains…
Read More >H&G: Brush Strokes – Painted Emotions
Spring sits just around the corner, and soon the shades of grey and brown that dominate the outdoors will be replaced with a colorful palette. For many, this palette can inspire far beyond the typical spring cleaning, toward a whole new symphony of colors in their home with the perfect paint selection. “There is not…
Read More >H&G: Home is Where the Heart is
Caitlin Kelley’s MommaCounts is an Oklahoma grown company that offers more than just simple deals and discounts – it is her life’s dream come true. Recently, the 25 year old took a leap of faith, leaving her position at a local non-profit to become a home-based entrepreneur. Born and raised in Edmond, Kelley graduated from…
Read More >Online Exclusive: Pixie Dust
New and expecting moms just received a little bit of help from a dedicated ally, who has been through it all- daunting moments, funny episodes, and that magical joy of finally bringing Baby home. Loralyn Hamilton is a full-time writer and an Edmond mom. Her first book Pixie Dust: Magical Insights for Childbirth and Life…
Read More >H&G: Fireside Chats
On a cold winter day, nothing brings more warmth and comfort to a home than a fireplace. While sipping from a cup of hot cocoa and gazing into the roaring fire, you might get distracted by the imperfections of your current mantle or hearth. But don’t worry, experts in the field say there are endless…
Read More >H&F: Bringing the Gym Home
What if “the gym” was no longer a place down the block packed with sweaty people and workout equipment? Imagine instead, your dream home gym: perfectly designed to match your taste and to suit your workout goals. Instead of being down the street, it would be merely downstairs. Ahhh, that would be the life. Robert…
Read More >Fine Living: Bathroom Bliss
After a long day at work, taking a relaxing bath in an environment that is unique and personal could be the culmination of your day. And if you think that bathrooms are not considered places where people spend a lot of time and therefore a lot of resources, a team of local industry insiders can…
Read More >Best of Edmond: New Image Dentistry
As you approach New Image Dentistry, you can’t miss their logo: a big tooth with a heart in the upper left corner, above the words “We Care” which is proudly displayed by Miriam Nosrati, D.D.S at 1900 E. 15th Street. Dr. Nosrati’s goal is to understand patient needs, while offering the care and treatment that…
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