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It Takes a Village

After raising their own families, many grandparents are stepping up to raise their grandchildren when their children are no longer able. We take a look at this important social issue. Written by Diane R. Paylor and Yelena Sapin Raising children is a journey filled with many firsts: the first smile, the first words, the first steps. The first birthday, however, is a milestone. “We are so excited to celebrate our little princess turning one,” read the evite sent by Today’s Woman Publisher Tawana Bain, for the first birthday party of her granddaughter Alyjia. Tawana arrives [...]

By Sara Jessick|2022-11-09T19:41:56-05:00November 9, 2022|Life & Style|

Tour Her Neighborhood: Shelbyville

Teresa Cotterman and her daughter Brielle stroll through the shops at 800 Main in Shelbyville. Sprawling equestrian properties and country homes with double digit acreage were all this horse-loving grandmother needed to forgo retirement and establish herself as one of Shelby County’s most sought-after realtors. Written by Diane R. Paylor | Photographed by Kylene White After a 30-year career selling real estate in Indiana, Teresa Cotterman was set to take down her realtor signpost and retire in Shelbyville to be closer to her beloved daughter and grandchildren. But the allure of the city known [...]

By Sara Jessick|2024-11-24T17:18:18-05:00November 9, 2022|Home & Garden, Tour Her Neighborhood|

A Woman’s Guide to Senior Care

Choosing the right type of care for an aging loved one can be a difficult task. Here are some expert tips on how to make these very important decisions easier for everyone. Written by Lennie Omalza | Illustration by Branden Barker With 15 percent of Derby City residents older than 60 and the Kentucky chapter of the AARP estimating the state’s senior population to increase 40 percent by 2050, it’s no surprise that Louisville was dubbed “America’s Aging Care Capital” by Forbes magazine. With a plethora of in-home services, assisted living facilities, nursing homes, and other [...]

By Sara Jessick|2022-11-09T15:22:17-05:00November 9, 2022|Health & Wellness|

The Year of the Woman

A Midterms Breakdown Written by Terrance A. Sullivan, J.D. | Illustration by Branden Barker The 2022 midterm election is one of the most consequential elections in our time. Sure, people say this seemingly at every election, but this year is different because both literally and figuratively, women are on the ballot. Following the recent shenanigans (to put it mildly) of the Supreme Court, there is no greater call to action around women than this off-year election. As the national anti-women rhetoric has permeated, so too has the threat encroached upon the local level. One of the [...]

By Sara Jessick|2022-11-09T14:55:53-05:00November 9, 2022|Community & Sisterhood, The Weigh In|

The Muhammad Ali Humanitarian Awards

Photos by Bill Wine

By Sara Jessick|2022-11-07T13:34:13-05:00November 7, 2022|Events|

The Art of Throwing a Party

Entertaining entrepreneurs, Shannon Fehr, Clair Belknap and Robyn Thomas. These entertaining experts have a reputation for designing and hosting fabulous, fun events. During the time of year when you need it most, they share some trade secrets that will help make your next gathering a blast. Written by Christine Fellingham | Photographed on location at Land O' Goshen Farm Event Center by Kylene White When it comes to hosting a memorable party, these three friends and entertaining entrepreneurs have it all figured out. The first thing they advise any hostess to do is to [...]

By Sara Jessick|2022-11-03T19:01:28-04:00November 3, 2022|Life & Style|

It Takes a Village

Tour Her Neighborhood: Shelbyville

A Woman’s Guide to Senior Care

The Year of the Woman

The Muhammad Ali Humanitarian Awards

The Art of Throwing a Party

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