Welcome to my blog. I document my adventures in travel, style, and food. Hope you have a nice stay!
All by Kim Gronniger
When a vacant church adjacent to his southwest Topeka home became available for purchase, Steve Reichle saw potential in converting the property into a one-stop shop for customers seeking assistance for a variety of services.
CHRIS CAZIER
TAMMY THIESSEN & DANIEL CARLSON
JOHN ROLFE, ANDRE ZANDEVAKILI AND RORY TONNIGES
TERRY HAAG, BRYCE MERRIAM AND LEE GARDNER
With private support, Washburn University is building the MacVicar House at 1709 S.W. MacVicar Ave. directly across the street from the campus.
Native Topekans Tim and Ambroja Watson have turned their passion for preparing family recipes into a crowd-pleasing business in southeast Topeka.
From contractors and caterers to companies of all sizes, local businesses contribute financial support, in-kind services and volunteer labor to ensure the zoo’s vitality and viability.
“We’d been living our lives and raising kids and doing what we had to do, but we were all at a point where we had some savings and wanted to invest in something together.” - Chris White-Ready, Partner
The owners of three area boutiques are adept at pairing pretty with practical to help you achieve a distinctive style that suits your preferences without breaking your budget.
Whether you’re looking for treasures to elevate your home’s ambiance or toys to treat your kids,
a mocha latte or a nourishing nosh, Boone & Bounty offers an immersive mercantile experience designed to delight patrons of all ages.
Sam Al-Murrani has parlayed a lifelong interest in human and animal health into two Topeka companies, Bimini Pet Health and LifeTech Diagnostics.
The Pink Suitcase in Fairlawn Plaza Mall began as a traveling trunk show with owners Emilie Nichols and Sarah Gollier hauling an actual pink trunk into people’s living rooms to showcase chic clothing and accessories.
When the pandemic arrived in the spring of 2020, Shelby Revelle began assessing whether to continue her fundraising career with nonprofits or put her business management degree to work launching a business of her own.
Three Topeka hospitality venues offer cozy destinations with creative food and drink selections in decorative spaces specifically designed for convivial gatherings.
Adam & Kasie VanDonge, Owners
Clay Meininger, President and CEO | Open to Member Reservation Only
Marc & Katie Sonderegger and Matt & Larissa Slimmer, Owners
Starting a business to capitalize on creative strengths can be a daunting undertaking at any age, but several bold young people are successfully selling art, accessories and apparel through a variety of area venues.
Collaboration provides resources for the mental, physical and social well-being of individuals.
