Travel

Discover Kiawah Island

Travel to South Carolina's Low Country to golf, adventure, and refresh Article by Amy Bailey Canopies of towering palms, locks of Spanish moss hanging from branches, thick palmetto brush blanketing the ground, sawgrass in shades of gold and green cutting through the marsh, you have entered the other worldly landscape of South Carolina's low country. The sight itself is reason alone to travel to South Carolina's coastline. The transgression of the sea over centuries of tides, storms, and...

May 2025

Beauty

Grooming with Purpose

A guide to grooming for the modern man Article by Casey Creque It's 2025 and men’s grooming is experiencing a significant transformation. Driven by evolving perceptions of masculinity and a heightened focus on self-care and anti-aging, the the global men’s grooming market is projected to reach $96.52 billion this year. We've rounded up a list of top grooming trends, products, and services to keep you looking and feeling your best in a world where self care is no longer a luxury, but a...

May 2025

Professional Services

Building Legacy

Black Crown Building and Enfinger Development are laying the foundation for more than just homes Article and Photography by For the Daltons and Enfingers, building homes is more than construction—it’s a deep-rooted family legacy of trust, craftsmanship, tradition, and community. They blend hard work with family values to create spaces where future generations will always have a home. Through collaboration and a commitment to quality, these hometown builders have laid the groundwork for their...

May 2025

Food + Beverage

How Do You Grill?

Grilling glove inventor Derek Simpson shares must haves for a flavorful summer Article by Derek Simpson Derek Simpson is a jack of all trades. Lawyer, sports agent, and grilling aficionado turned co-creator of 'Grillaz' gloves. He is a Huntsville native who spends long summer weekends at his lake house, where the warm days and cool evenings bid him, his family, and his friends lots of time spent outdoors. "Just over fifteen years ago, my interest in grilling burgers expanded to experimentation...

May 2025

Style + Beauty

Here's Donny

An inside look at Donny Maleknia's foundations for success in business and life Article by Casey Creque If you've been in Huntsville for any amount of time, you've probably seen Donny Maleknia, owner of Donny's Diamond Gallery, spreading his contagious energy through town. For nearly 30 years he and his family have provided Huntsville with a personal jewelry shopping experience, and during that time he has become known for his positive spirit and generosity. He is a true family man and has...

May 2025

Home + Design

A Life in Design

A Look Inside Architect Jim Norton's Design Expertise Article by Casey Creque For over three decades, architect Jim Norton has shaped Huntsville’s landscape with nearly 1,000 projects blending creativity and craftsmanship. From custom homes to commercial spaces, his designs reflect a deep connection to the community and a passion for timeless architecture. Dive into the world of design as we learn more about his background and expertise.  When did your interest in architecture begin?  As a...

May 2025

Style + Beauty

Billy Reid

Designer Billy Reid and his Alabama home Article by Amy Bailey Billy Reid has become a household name in menswear and beyond. The effortless look of his clothes, yet impeccable attention to detail and patterns, have become sought after designs. How lucky are we that his home base is in North Alabama. With 18 stores across the country from Florence to Charleston to New Orleans, and retailers like Roosevelt&Co in downtown Huntsville carrying his designs, Reid's looks sets themselves a part from...

May 2025

Home Services

Mortgages To Missions

How one local mortgage company is giving back to a global cause Article by Robby Redmond Since I was 17 years old, I always felt a calling toward ministry.  Typically, I shied away from diving into ministries for a variety of poor reasons.  Seeing so many that were in ministry for what I perceived as vanity and attracted to attention, I wanted to steer clear of the bad fruit I saw.  Unfortunately, I wasn’t able to see the good fruit around me until later in my adult life.  My vocational life...

May 2025

Health + Wellness

The 'M' Word

Women are speaking up, speaking out, and connecting over menopause Article by Amy Bailey Women’s health is having its moment with the big word in healthcare right now being ‘menopause.’ For years menopause was not spoken openly about, we knew about hot flashes and mood swings, and that happened in your 50s, right? Wrong, perimenopause, the first phase of menopause, begins in your 40s, sometimes even earlier and can last anywhere from 4-10 years. We interviewed doctors and women to learn more...

April 2025

Professional Services

Beyond the Bottle

Innovative technologies transforming the world of skincare Article and Photography by Our skin is the first thing that we see when we look in the mirror. It represents much more than just outer beauty. Our skin is our largest organ, and it is constantly exposed to the elements, leaving it vulnerable to damage. Investing in skin care is not merely a luxury, but a necessity no matter your age or lifestyle. We talked with Herrington Aesthetics to learn about some of the latest methods to enhance...

April 2025