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“The most valuable thing in my life is the unconscious influence of my father” Paul Voorhees, 78, explains of the man who started his family’s iconic local business, Ranger Joe’s, now celebrating its 60th year. Paul recalls his father, the late Jack Paul Voorhees, as “a very gifted human being who could do anything he wanted to do.” His dad moved to Columbus from Corning, New York, in 1942 to be a paratrooper and met…

Last March, we introduced The Local readers to the incredible Aglow Apothecary + Healing Haven; a warm and cozy environment focused on providing holistic healing. This month, Aglow is back with even more exciting services and wellness opportunities to enrich the lives of our readers. With a wide range of options available, this is an ideal opportunity to experience natural healing methods that could be life-altering.Nedda Hatcher, clinical herbalist, owner and visionary of Aglow, believes…

Eloquence Fashion Café (EFC) is Columbus’s newest sanctuary for anyone seeking a peaceful spot to relax, study, and shop. Located in Uptown and convenient to Columbus State University’s downtown campus, EFC was founded by Natasha Johnson, a 23-year U.S. Army veteran and the “Queen of Bling” herself. This café is designed to cater to the diverse needs of its patrons, offering everything from a coffee and snack bar to affordable shopping and printing services.  After…

In the past, many cultures believed a photograph could “steal” a subject’s soul. Yet it is this magic that lends photography its unique power. To feel so seen, so literally and emotionally exposed, is a knowing that many would face with trepidation. It is that raw humanity, however, which creates art. A true artist, Jess Jones’ ability to elicit and capture this moment of pure emotion through her photography truly sets her apart. Her work…

Across from Jordan High School lies a small, unassuming corner of buildings, tucked away in an off-the-beaten-path neighborhood. For a long time, this little smatter of shops was forgotten and abandoned, frozen in time while other parts of the city saw new growth.  That’s changed now. New signs proudly advertise the arrival of a host of amazing new businesses. A waft of incense fills the air, and a buzz of excitement circles the street, drawing…

When the pandemic was in full effect, many people were faced with the opportunity to make creative life changes and look at their lives from a new perspective. Michael Woodham, a Columbus native, found himself in this very situation, a situation which led to the creation of his mobile bar service, TapWagen Columbus. Experience in the service industry has given Michael an understanding of what it means to build connections. “I mastered the art of…

A locally owned business brings South American style shoes and apparel that are just right for anyone this holiday season.  After spending several years in South America, his wife’s home continent, John Orr and his family returned to Columbus to settle down. Deeply impacted by his time in Chile and Peru, John felt drawn to the area’s culture and style, so he brought some remnants of the countries back with him.  “The culture is so…