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From Grief to Grace: How Ashlee Johnson is Rebuilding Lives Through the Street Widows Foundation

By Chris James When Ashlee Johnson speaks, her words pulse with lived truth—raw, resolute, and profoundly human. As the founder of the Street Widows Foundation, Johnson is leading a movement born not from charity, but from necessity. A necessity that emerged from a devastating personal loss, shaped by public crisis, and powered by a deep-seated commitment to healing a wounded community. “I became a widow at 29,” Johnson says, plainly. “I lost my husband Tiwuan to gun violence. After that, I looked around and realized—there just weren’t spaces for people like me. People grieving [...]

By Storytelling|2025-09-15T16:57:16-04:00September 11, 2025|Community, Community & Sisterhood, Digital Exclusives, Ladies Who Launch, We See You Sis|

Kentucky Women Leading the Charge in Film and TV Production

Written By: Heather Bouvier Hollywood is evolving, with a growing emphasis on diverse storytelling and new filming locations. Thanks to a strong incentives package, Kentucky has emerged as a rising star in this shift. Many of the key players driving this transformation or facilitating productions in the state are women. Among them is She Dreams Entertainment, a Louisville-based film, TV, and live event production agency led by women and dedicated to amplifying female perspectives. Founded by award-winning producer, screenwriter, and director Jessica Mathis (aka Divinity Rose), She Dreams creates female-forward entertainment that embraces [...]

By Jefferson|2025-03-27T11:51:01-04:00March 26, 2025|Career, Community, Community & Sisterhood, Digital Exclusives, Entertainment, Featured, Ladies Who Launch, Money & Career|

Kentucky Teen Norah Martin Launches Peach Cosmetics

A passion for makeup and love for animals led 13-year-old Norah Martin to launch Peach Cosmetics. The Louisville teen started Peach Cosmetics in February with lip glosses and plans to dive into a more comprehensive line including eyeshadow palettes and mascara. The purpose behind Peach Cosmetics goes beyond the surface - Martin is donating $1 from every lip gloss sold to the Kentucky Humane Society. “I have a dog that we adopted from the Humane Society last year. I am also a huge horse lover and have been riding for almost 10 years,” says Peach [...]

By Jefferson|2025-03-21T14:54:16-04:00March 20, 2025|Best For You, Community, Community & Sisterhood, Digital Exclusives, Fashion, Featured, Health & Wellness, Ladies Who Launch, Living, Living Beautifully, Money, Money & Career, Style|

Women Presidents’ Organization Launches Louisville Chapter

The Women Presidents’ Organization (WPO), a global network empowering women entrepreneurs leading multimillion-dollar businesses, is set to launch its Louisville Chapter on January 29, 2025, from 4:00 to 6:00 PM at the Fly Hip Ageless Creative Hub. Sponsored by JPMorgan Chase Bank and hosted by TKT & Associates, Inc., this highly anticipated event highlights connection, collaboration, and growth among women business leaders. Themed “Her Business Is My Business,” the event will celebrate women’s resilience and innovation while exploring how WPO fosters revenue-growth networks and a sense of shared purpose. Attendees will have the [...]

By Jefferson|2025-01-24T13:35:34-05:00January 24, 2025|Career, Community, Digital Exclusives, Events, Ladies Who Launch, Money & Career, Special Report, Turning Point|

Who’s That Girl? Amanda Dare

In the vibrant community of Louisville, a trailblazer is reshaping the landscape for women entrepreneurs, and her name is Amanda Dare. As the founder and visionary behind Woman-Owned Wallet (WOW), Amanda is on a mission to amplify the voices and successes of women-owned businesses, driving economic empowerment and community transformation. Amanda’s journey is one of passion, creativity, and a relentless commitment to uplifting women. With over 15 years of experience as an entrepreneur, Amanda has built six successful businesses and mentored more than 75 women into leadership roles. Her flagship initiative, WOW, serves as [...]

By Jefferson|2025-01-02T09:35:24-05:00January 2, 2025|Career, Community, Community & Sisterhood, Digital Exclusives, Ladies Who Launch, Money & Career, Who's That Girl|

Champions For Childcare – Cover Story

Mommy!” “Mommy!” “Mommy!” The tiny voices echoed throughout the small studio, followed by an assortment of anxious responses “no hitting,” “don’t touch that,” “stay on the carpet,” “let’s share.” MFive women, each dressed in polished business professional attire, gracefully navigate the organized chaos of a toddler photoshoot. As the camera’s shutter clicks in the background, the women skillfully balance their roles as both working professionals and loving mothers. With a collective sense of camaraderie, they share knowing glances and supportive smiles, forming a united front in the art of corralling their lively toddlers for the [...]

By Jenny J|2024-11-24T17:18:19-05:00January 26, 2024|Career, Caregiving, Community & Sisterhood, Digital Exclusives, Ladies Who Launch, We See You Sis|

From Grief to Grace: How Ashlee Johnson is Rebuilding Lives Through the Street Widows Foundation

Kentucky Women Leading the Charge in Film and TV Production

Kentucky Teen Norah Martin Launches Peach Cosmetics

Women Presidents’ Organization Launches Louisville Chapter

Who’s That Girl? Amanda Dare

Champions For Childcare – Cover Story

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