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Libby Ethridge: Wild Rice Co.
Art and food can be viewed as the windows into many cultures. To Libby Ethridge, her art is akin to a love language and is a form of self expression that she uses to tell a story. What started out as a hobby for a new mother to keep busy while her son slept, is…
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Tiffany Shirley
“Volunteering is the ultimate exercise in democracy. You vote in elections once a year, but when you volunteer, you vote every day about the kind of community you want to live in.” – Author Unknown The quote above perfectly captures the mindset of Tiffany Shirley, her incredible willingness to give back to her community –…
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Nicole Dannehl: Nikki’s Custard
“Finding time to be a wife, mother, daughter, and friend while building a successful business has been overwhelming and rewarding. But we are creating cherished memories and establishing a lasting legacy.” – Nicole On hot summer days, ice cream and other frozen treats are the perfect things to eat. Most of us have fond childhood…
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SOOP aka Cat Carrión: Art for All
“Art, done by the subject, is the truest window into any world. Wordlessly, you are forced to consider the subject/imagery at hand. It is human nature to contextualize what is being provided and apply it to your life- how would you feel if this, whatever it may be, was happening to you?” – Cat Those…
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Pride Painting: Show Your True Colors
A love for art and a passion for championing the significance of genuine self-expression is what first brought Barry and Mars of Pride Painting together. Building their company on these core values, the duo has emerged as shining examples for businesses in the local LGBTQ+ community and beyond, placing their identities at the forefront of…
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The Midnight Oil: Queer All Year
When I asked Evan Farbo, owner and creator of The Midnight Oil, about their plans for Pride Month, I received a very simple answer: “Exist.” (They also have a booth at Saturday’s Pride celebration—don’t worry!) It’s important to remember that while celebrating Pride Month can seem like a special occasion or an out-of-the-norm event, it…
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From Silence to Celebration: My Journey & the Evolution of Pride
Members of the LGBTQ+ community have always existed. Their outward Pride has not. Not to say that queer people experiencing pride for their own experiences and sexuality has never existed, but as a society, we are just now starting to accept this pride – and break down the stereotypes associated with it. Pride within the…
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Alexis Zink: Mental Health Awareness Month
I have partnered with Alexis Zink, a local licensed professional counselor, for a special “Mental Health Awareness Month” (MHAM) feature. Alexis is a great example of a mental health services professional who embodies the elements that MHAM strives to convey. Her qualifications include a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Women and Gender Studies from…
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Jennie Groff: Lancaster Stroopie Co.
Jennie Groff has worked for more than a decade creating a home not only for delicious Dutch stroopwafel cookies, but for refugee women who have resettled right here in Lancaster. After Jennie and her husband acquired Lancaster Stroopie Co. in 2010, they began building their all women’s production crew, now making more than 10,000 stroopies…
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Ruby Shenk: Salt and Light Pastry Co.
Ruby made her culinary debut in Lancaster after relocating to the area in 2021. She came into the growing food scene with a background making baked goods for restaurants and other impressive accolades; including her experience instructing at YTI and her appearance on a Food Network baking series. Ruby has packed a lot of experience…
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