“You Have Your Permission”: One Woman’s Journey to Living Life Unapologetically

By Tammy WhitakerEditor In a world full of expectations, societal norms, and internal doubts, one woman is challenging the notion that we need anyone else’s approval to live fully—and she’s doing it with purple hair, a passport full of stamps, and a bold sense of self. That woman is me. For many, personal growth is…

“BUILD YOUR BRAND” Soap Box Derby Sponsorship Opportunities Available!

Sponsorship Is More Than a Logo—It’s a Strategic Investment – CLICK HERE! Supporting community events like the Soap Box Derby isn’t just a generous gesture—it’s a smart business move. Whether you’re backing a local fair, a youth initiative, or a signature event, sponsorship provides powerful opportunities to connect with your target audience, build brand recognition,…

Let’s Talk “Real” Estate

Looking across the real estate climate in northeastern Colorado, numbers have flattened out or dipped from a year ago. As the second winds down, sales are up one percent in northeastern Colorado with the average home price rising about $2,500 from the second quarter of 2024 a half a percent. Highlights in the area, for…

Passports & Postcards: Christmas in July

Many of us like to make the holiday season special by booking a trip that will create memories that last a lifetime. When making your travel reservations it is important to verify the legitimacy of the company you are working with so you don’t waste your money. The Federal Trade Commission recently published a report…

In Memoriam – Lucile Carleen Arnusch

Lucile Carleen Arnusch, 75, of Greeley, Colorado, passed away peacefully in the care of Grace Pointe Senior Community and Pathways Hospice on June 24, 2025. Born on January 25, 1950, in Greeley, Colorado, Lucile was the beloved daughter of Carl Wood Jr. and Betty (Sauter) Wood. Her father passed away in 1951, and in 1953,…

Against the Grain

Against the Grain aims to spark thought, challenge thinking, and encourages each reader to be the best version of themselves possible. Some discussions may be mildly uncomfortable; some may be enlightening. We’ll approach each with an open mind and willingness to explore what we may not always understand, for it’s in being uncomfortable that we’ll…