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Special Report: Mayor Greg Fischer Looks Back

Mayor Greg Fischer and First Lady Dr. Alexandra Gerassimides with granddaughters Penny, 3, and Sophia, 8 months. Oftentimes in life there’s tragedy and triumph. The way you respond when you’re knocked down and get back up can define you. Interview by Tawana Bain | Photographed by Kylene White As his historic 12-year term draws to a close, publisher Tawana Bain sat down with outgoing Mayor Greg Fischer for this month’s episode of the Today’s Woman Show, which will air on Friday, December 9, at 9am on WHAS, to reflect on the trials and triumphs [...]

By Sara Jessick|2022-12-30T22:52:46-05:00December 9, 2022|Money & Career, Special Report|

Razzle Dazzle Sparkle Ball

Winter Formal Dance and Party on December 3, 2022 presented by Razzle Dazzle, Diageo, Patrick Hallahan and Damaris Phillips. Featuring DJ Craig Pfunder (VHS or Beta/PIXELATED), light instillation by dreaMachine Transmissions, silent auction holiday trees designed by local artists and craftsmen, welcome cocktail, light snacks, and a 100% proceeds to charity cash bar by Punchbowl Project. Photos by Kylene White [...]

By Sara Jessick|2022-12-06T16:10:49-05:00December 6, 2022|Events|

Rest is a Revolutionary Act

Writer, poet, activist and 2022 Today’s Woman Most Admired Woman explains why rest is more than a form of self-care but a radical act of defiance especially for Black women. Written by Hannah L. Drake | Illustration by Branden Barker Recently, I watched Grammy award-winning rapper Megan Thee Stallion perform her song “Anxiety” on Saturday Night Live. She looked stunning, standing at the microphone in a full-length red bedazzled ballgown, her hair in a stylish updo, not one curl out of place, her makeup flawless. The scene resembled a beauty pageant with her background dancers outfitted in [...]

By Sara Jessick|2022-12-05T14:31:14-05:00December 5, 2022|Community & Sisterhood, The Weigh In|

A Woman’s Guide to Mental Health

Our mental health can require expert assistance. The question is, how do we know when it’s gotten to that point? Written by Lennie Omalza | Illustration by Branden Barker The tricky thing about tending to your mental health is that it isn’t always obvious when it needs some attention. Unlike a broken bone or nagging cough, the signs of declining mental health can be harder to recognize. But as Ellen Buddeke, DSW, LCSW, with Norton Behavioral Medicine says, mental health is no different than physical health. “It really is the same,” she says. “We have [...]

By Sara Jessick|2022-12-05T13:13:17-05:00December 4, 2022|Health & Wellness|

Ladies Who Launch: Jasmine Douglas | Vier Beauty Lounge

Living the Glamorous Life: The former pharmacy tech switched careers and is happily booked and busy as a popular makeup artist. Written by Shirelle Williams | Photographed by Kylene White Jasmine Douglas worked as a pharmacy technician for over six years before becoming a makeup artist. The graduate of the pharmacy magnet program at Louisville Central High laughs and says “makeup was not in the cards at all.” But the beauty and makeup hobbyist still saved her money for the remote possibility that one day she would be able to make her passion a career. After [...]

By Sara Jessick|2022-12-02T14:37:23-05:00December 3, 2022|Ladies Who Launch, Money & Career|

In the Kitchen with Damaris: Cheers to the Holidays

Sipping something sparkling and festive always adds to the party vibe. So resident Food Network Star Damaris Phillips mixed up a few cocktails and mocktails sure to make your next gathering merry and bright. By Damaris Phillips | Photographed by Kylene White There are many ways that Damaris weaves magic into the many parties she plans. From unexpected themes to creative décor to laid back atmosphere, she’s the queen of creating a party where everyone can relax and have a blast. One of her secrets to successful hosting is always making sure that all [...]

By Sara Jessick|2022-12-02T14:02:17-05:00December 2, 2022|Home & Garden|

Special Report: Mayor Greg Fischer Looks Back

Razzle Dazzle Sparkle Ball

Rest is a Revolutionary Act

A Woman’s Guide to Mental Health

Ladies Who Launch: Jasmine Douglas | Vier Beauty Lounge

In the Kitchen with Damaris: Cheers to the Holidays

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