Green girl: Tiffany Vance crafts a business out of handmade decor from locally grown and upcycled treasures
Green girl: Tiffany Vance crafts a business out of handmade decor from locally grown and upcycled treasures

On a quaint piece of land just hugging the edge of downtown Platteville, Wis., sits a small yellow workshop, converted from a garage. This time of year, Tiffany Vance can be found inside, weaving together twigs and greenery to form holiday wreaths, occasionally taking a break to throw another log into the wood-burning fireplace or […]

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Season schedule: Upcoming events poised to boost holiday spirits in tri-states
Season schedule: Upcoming events poised to boost holiday spirits in tri-states

Upcoming events throughout the tri-state will lift holiday spirits and put attendees in the mood for the season ahead. Here is a sampling of local events featuring Santa, ballet dancers, Christmas trees, holiday treats, carols and more. Reflections in the Park Times/dates: 5-10 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 28-Sunday, Jan. 5. Site: Louis Murphy Park, Dubuque. Cost: […]

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Coming full circle: Iowa’s Maddie Poppe reflects on home, music career ahead of Her Night Out
Coming full circle: Iowa’s Maddie Poppe reflects on home, music career ahead of Her Night Out

In more ways than one, Maddie Poppe has come full circle. The 26-year-old singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist hailing from humble Clarksville, Iowa, might be best known for taking the win on season 16 of ABC’s “American Idol.” But prior to that, she was simply a sweet, small-town girl, singing songs in the company of her […]

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Woman of the Year: Pam Jochum
Woman of the Year: Pam Jochum

Pam Jochum didn’t initially feel called to politics. “It was a journey that started when I was maybe about 20 years old,” she said. “It wasn’t until Tom Jochum and I started going to caucus. The next thing you know, Tom is elected and we’re going to conventions. I just found that I was so […]

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Reflection: Overcoming imposter syndrome
Reflection: Overcoming imposter syndrome

A new month, new energy, new business. As we highlight women in business this month and salute those women who strive for success, I must salute myself as well. I love to share my life with those who continue to follow my work along this path I’ve found myself on. In September, just five months […]

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Woman of Innovation: Dawn Lueken
Woman of Innovation: Dawn Lueken

Dawn Lueken had always been a voracious reader. “I still am to this day,” said the 49-year-old. “Nobody loves books more than I do. I just want to get my hands on everything.” So, it came as a surprise when the Wahlert Catholic High School and Coe College grad with aspirations of becoming an English […]

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Compassionate Caregiving: Cooking with love provides food for the soul

September 24, 2020
One of the most important responsibilities in caregiving is to make sure that you and your loved one eat well and enjoy mealtime together. What can we do differently when it comes to food and drink to enhance the dining experience? Take your queue from nature. It is so easy to be inspired by nature....

Money: Parents of a special needs child have special needs, too

September 24, 2020
As the parent of a special needs child, you know how rewarding —and how challenging — caring for your loved one can be. And even though you’ve got it all under control right now, you can’t help worrying about the future. After all, someday your child will have to go on without you, and you...

Reflection: The language of consuming passions

September 18, 2020
In my family, we regard eating and talking as among the noblest human endeavors. So, it’s little wonder we have developed our language about food. There is no place in it for the clichés of food writers — the “robust” stew or the “amusing” wine. Instead we speak of the “pick,” the “prance and a...

When healthy food might not be good for you

September 18, 2020
You undoubtedly have heard the old adage, “you are what you eat.” Perhaps a better way of thinking about it might be, “what you eat makes you feel how you do.” If you are allergic or sensitive to what you are eating, even if it is a perfectly healthy food, it might be causing a...

Gretchen’s Table: Cherry Tomato Pasta

September 18, 2020
Pasta is a favorite for dinner because it doesn’t generally require a lot of special ingredients or equipment. That said, a dish of noodles covered in red or meat sauce can feel a bit heavy when it’s warm outside. The solution? Toss the pasta instead with a simple sauce made with cherry tomatoes, garlic and...
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