Many gardeners consider the dahlia to be the iconic flower for the late summer and fall garden. Hardy to USDA Zones 8 and above, dahlias do best in well-drained soil and excel in sunny locations. With over 36 species and more than 57,000 … read more

It’s your lucky day because you don’t have to search for the pot of gold under the rainbow for this winning recipe. Throw out the old Irish classics and sweeten things up this year with some mint chocolate chip fun. If you’re in … read more

For many, a West Sound winter is a dreary time of year. Trees are devoid of leaves and flowers aren’t blooming. It’s cold, cloudy and often rainy. There is no perceived reason to venture outdoors. Just get cozy with a hot beverage and … read more

Emotional expression through the art of painting has allowed Janice Tayler to continue performing on a stage, so to speak. An injury required her to segue from her 30-year career as a professional dancer to something new that would still allow her to … read more

If you’re feeling pressure to plan the perfect Valentine’s Day date, it may be time to veer away from tradition. While flowers, chocolates and dinner for two is a classic, thinking outside the box can make for just as romantic of an experience. … read more

At the end of a short road in Indianola there is an extremely charming and inviting garden created by Jeanne Simmons and Tony Bartling. They have even encouraged and worked with their neighbors to turn their small neighborhood into a little piece of … read more

For its 2025 color of the year, Benjamin Moore selected a hue that can’t quite be defined: Cinnamon Slate (2113-40). The nuanced, purple-brown blend has a soothing quality that’ll evoke comfort year-round. It’s the perfect balance between heathered plum and a velvety brown. … read more

The 18th Annual Collective Visions Gallery Juried Art Show opens to the public on Jan. 11, 2025, and runs until Feb. 28, with many related public events planned during that time. As one of the largest and most prestigious shows in the Pacific … read more

The Northern Giant Creative Group is dedicated to helping small businesses no matter the project. “A collective of award-wining creative designers, craftsmen, writers, developers, artists, strategists and visionaries,” the group offers expertise in design, marketing, apparel, production and fabrication. “We are bigger, better … read more