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‘Common unity’: Erika Hermsen creates a space for health and fitness among women in Sweat Inspire Sisterhood

There is a kindred bond that manifests when women are in the presence of other women. At least that’s what Erika Hermsen has experienced. “I see it time and time again whenever I’m in a group of other women, or whenever I’m in the studio,” she said. “The space created becomes like a safe haven […]

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Christmas by Cathy B.: Dubuque designer Cathy Breitbach ties tradition and individuality together for the holidays

Cathy Breitbach always has found ease tapping into her creative side — whether that has been on a theatrical stage or in finding an eye for pulling together an aesthetically pleasing design. “I was a dancer all my life,” said the 72-year-old Dubuque native, with a background in choreography. “But I’m also a dreamer. When […]

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Finding the funny: Comedian Lisa Lane will headline this year’s annual Her Night Out event

Lisa Lane has a hearty remedy for the hardships that life can dole out: Comedy. “It became something I was obsessed with when I needed a place to put my pain,” said Lane during a phone interview. “My father had died from dementia. The COVID-19 pandemic hit, and I lost all work. I was aging […]

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Woman of Innovation: Abby Colvin

Abby Colvin had no early aspirations to embark upon a career in manufacturing. But today, with 20 years of experience built in the industry, she can’t imagine doing anything else, for any other company. “I work with amazing individuals who design and develop really incredible technology and features for our customers every day,” Colvin said. […]

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Woman Who Makes a Difference: Deb Siegworth

Growing up in Petersburg, Iowa, Deb Siegworth recalled that looking out for your fellow neighbor was something engrained in the culture of small town living. “It was just what you did,” she said. “It was a part of the whole thought process. You were taught to look out for others.” That early nugget of wisdom […]

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Gretchen’s table: Summer berry bars with lemon glaze are easier than pie

by gretchen mckay photos by tribune news serviceAugust 4, 2025Food

Summer heat often makes baking less than desirable, so if you’re going to heat up the kitchen to make dessert, you gotta make it worth every bead of sweat that collects on your forehead. These berry crumb bars are worth it and then some. Built on a forgiving shortbread-like crust (it’s supposed to be crumbly)...

Her Hacks: Studiously hacked

by anthony frenzel photos by metro creativeAugust 2, 2025Hacks

Ah, school days. Whether you’re heading in for that first year or a returning veteran of the be-lockered hallways, the return to school is an exciting, sometimes stressful time. If there’s one thing that’s especially difficult to get back into the swing of, it’s studying. Good study habits are the work of an entire academic...

Home: Neon dreams and nature scenes make for two very different home decor trends in 2025

by kim cookJuly 7, 2025Home & Garden

Home decor’s got a split personality this year: Call it “city glow” and “cottage flow.” At the two international design fairs that I attended — Maison et Objet in France, Ambiente in Germany — acres of exhibition booths were full of Art Deco furnishings, island-vibe rattan seating and lighting and lots of emphasis on sustainably...

Health & Wellness: How important is connection?

by ivy reitzJuly 7, 2025Health & Wellness

Spring of 2020 marked the beginning of my battle with psychosis that would last for three years and include two involuntary trips to the psych ward via a cop car, followed by months of inpatient treatment. However, I wasn’t the only American afflicted with pandemic mental trauma. I was one of millions struggling with the...

Health & Wellness: Summer health and safety tips doctors want you to know

by statepoint mediaJuly 7, 2025Health & Wellness

School is out, the days are long and the temperature is rising. For a safer, healthier summer, follow these American Medical Association recommendations: 1. Wear sunscreen. Look for a broad-spectrum sunscreen of at least SPF 30. Also, no sunscreen is waterproof. If you’re splashing in a pool or sweating in the summer sun, you’ll need...

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Gretchen’s table: Summer berry bars with lemon glaze are easier than pie

Her Hacks: Studiously hacked

Home: Neon dreams and nature scenes make for two very different home decor trends in 2025

Health & Wellness: How important is connection?

Health & Wellness: Summer health and safety tips doctors want you to know

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