Life + Culture

Investment in Family

Cultivating a legacy beyond financial gain Article by Asher J. Swan | Photography by Contributed In the currency of life, few investments yield as profound and enduring returns as those made in the treasury of the family. Investing in one’s family is not just about monetary contributions—it is about dedicating the most precious currency of all—time. In today’s fast-paced world, where schedules often dictate our lives, taking the time to be fully present with loved ones is a priceless...

March 2024

Fitness

Invest in Fitness

The Golf Institute of America offers a holistic approach to learning the golf swing Article by JJ Abernathy | Photography by Asher Swan What Arnold Billingsley likes best about promoting golf is seeing people smile. “I like to help people, and their smiles are priceless! I just want to make people’s lives better,” he says, with a smile in his own voice. He is a golfer and a gentleman. Arnie, as he is called, began playing golf at age 10, and by 14 he was hooked. He turned professional in...

March 2024

Food + Beverage

Spring Flavors Unveiled

Elevate your spring salads with farro and vegetables of vibrant colors and flavors Article by Chef Jackie Dodart | Photography by Jackie Dodart Farro is one of the original grains listed in the Bible, and according to Oldways Whole Grains Council, it is one of the oldest cultivated grains. Archaeologists studying sites in the Fertile Crescent dating back over 10,000 years have discovered evidence of domesticated farro.  Today, farro is a modern grain, showcasing chewy nuttiness with wholesome...

March 2024

Finance + Legal Services

Bank of Utah

The strength behind its newly opened St. George Banking Center Article by Joanie Michel | Photography by Courtesy of Bank of Utah Most people have heard of the Browning family as creators and crafters of the famed Browning firearms. But there is another side to the Browning story, one in which Frank M. Browning started Bank of Utah in 1952. Here is how a gunsmithing family branched into banking. Technically skilled gunsmiths were often asked to fix cars. Growing up, Frank M. Browning worked...

March 2024

Professional Services

Investment in Tech at Tech Ridge

Technology's phenomenal future for Washington County Article by JJ Abernathy | Photography by Courtesy of Tech Ridge; Hope Merril Washington County is home to exceptional tech professionals, and the talent pool is growing. Some of these individuals have been working in the tech sector in southern Utah for some time; some are relocating from northern Utah or coming from out of state. Others are Utah Technology University and Dixie Technical College students who have been trained to fill the...

March 2024

Finance + Legal Services

Best-in-State Wealth Management Team Recognized

Schofield Wealth Management highlighted on Forbes/SHOOK Best-in-State Listing Article by Contributed | Photography by Melissa Hill Photography Schofield Wealth Management, a leading wealth management firm, proudly announces its inclusion in the prestigious Forbes/SHOOK Best in State Wealth Management Team list for 2024. For the second year in a row, this esteemed recognition underscores the firm’s commitment to delivering unparalleled financial expertise and client-centric solutions.  Forbes...

March 2024

Home + Design

Realizing Dreams

Split Rock Custom Homes satisfy the most discriminating tastes Article by Marianne Hamilton Chad Boyce and his partners at Split Rock Custom Homes—Brett Boyce and Bart Smith—wear many hats: Consultants. Cheerleaders. Problem-solvers. The trio enjoys the multiplicity of tasks that arise during the typical home design-and-build project. Then again, few of the roughly 30 projects they take annually are typical. Since 2009, the three have led Split Rock in constructing some of Washington County’s...

February 2024

Food + Beverage

Southwest Fine Dining

How Anasazi Steakhouse delivers elegant cuisine with transcendent style and flair Article and Photography by Asher Swan In the heart of the culinary landscape, where the artistry of perfectly seared steaks meets the warm embrace of dimly lit elegance, Anasazi Steakhouse in St. George stands as a beacon of gastronomic excellence. This is not just a dining destination—it is a narrative woven with passion, precision and the intoxicating allure of an unparalleled experience that has become...

February 2024

Life + Culture

Tell the Story

An enlightening interview with renowned folk artist, Eric Dowdle and contributor to "America 250" Article by Wendy Wilson Spooner | Photography by Asher Swan As a historian, writer and artist myself, if there is one person I want to be, it is Mr. Eric Dowdle. He travels worldwide to research and tell fantastic stories about remote and legendary towns in the form of art. This April 26, he will offer a sneak peek into his latest city painting—our very own Washington City of southern Utah, part...

February 2024

Home Services

Brad Crandall—Landscape Artist

Helping homeowners realize their visions of an attractive landscape Article by JJ Abernathy | Photography by Asher Swan; South Valley Landscaping “I love working with local community members to design and build their dream yards,” says Brad Crandall, owner of South Valley Landscaping LLC. “It's amazing to see the transformation that can take place from a simple dirt yard to a remarkable landscaping remodel.” Brad settled in the area a few years ago after receiving his bachelor’s in Idaho and...

February 2024