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When Kenny Isakson founded Po Boyz Flooring in September 1998, he wasn’t handed a roadmap or a safety net. All he had was a dream, and the courage to chase it. After years of working in the flooring industry under someone else’s roof, Kenny made the bold decision to step away and build something of …
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Confidence is key to success, especially in the beauty industry. Clients want to feel great walking out of a salon, and that only happens when their beauty professional is confident, skilled, and well trained. That’s exactly the kind of talent COLLECTIV Academy aims to develop. Nestled in the hills of Sandy, COLLECTIV is a highly …
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Frantically running from room to room trying to gather the toddler’s shoes, her husband’s wallet, a favorite binky, and other essentials for a trip to the zoo, Elena felt overwhelmed. No matter how much she cleaned, she could never find what she needed when she needed it. Her Instagram feed didn’t help—it was full of …
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There’s something magical about the way food can take us home. A single bite can carry us across oceans, back in time, and into the heart of a memory—where a mother stirs a bubbling pot and the smell alone fills the room with love. At Mak Mak Thai Cuisine, that magic lives in every dish. …
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Dr. Scott Thompson places tiny incisions in the thinning areas of the patient’s scalp, visualizing the precise pattern needed to achieve the most natural result. For years, his patient has watched their hair gradually thin, each new photo and reflection a reminder of something they felt powerless to stop. After trying various over-the-counter solutions with …
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When Rickie picks up Rene for her weekly beauty appointment, she listens to Rene’s stories, just like she did decades ago. The tradition began when Rickie was about ten years old, shortly after her family’s business, Cameo College of Essential Beauty, moved to a new location. The move disrupted the routines of her mom’s beloved …
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Laurel Herbert was just 17 when she began designing wedding gowns. While most teenagers were focused on school dances or summer jobs, Laurel was sketching silhouettes, selecting fabrics, and stitching dresses with the kind of quiet determination that only comes from doing something you truly love. Even then, it was clear she was not just …
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Imagine Hank and Meg Mitchem—a made-up couple with a very real problem. When they purchased their 100-year-old home in Salt Lake’s Sugarhouse neighborhood, it felt like a dream come true. The original wood floors, cozy fireplace, and tree-lined street gave it the warmth and character they’d hoped for. But as the seasons changed, the dream …
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The sound of laughter and excited shouts filled the yard as James watched his two granddaughters race around the tree. “Come on, Grandpa!” one of them called. “We bet we can run faster than you!” the other added, grinning. James smiled, stood up from his red Adirondack chair, and slowly made his way down the …
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Let’s Do This! Salt Lake City, the moment you’ve been waiting for is here! It’s time to vote for your favorite local businesses and help crown the best of the best in the 2025 Best of SLC Awards. You nominated, we listened—now let’s settle the score! Who Made the Cut? Our 2025 nominees have been …
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