Holidays are approaching, believe it or not, and we’re hosting our second Portside Holiday Sip & Shop in Harpers Ferry, IA, on Saturday, November 30, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m.. Conveniently, that day is small business Saturday.

Anyone can take a photo with their cell phone, even Great Grandma Betty and crazy Aunt Karen, but that’s exactly why investing in a trusted, professional photographer is crucial. Photos are the one thing that captures all your big day encompasses. We got an inside exclusive with Jenny from JN Byrnes Photography. From tips and tricks, to dos and don’ts – we covered it all for you.

When you pick out your flowers for your wedding or event, the florist is the best resource for all the questions you have, but also making sure all the pieces are taken care of. When connecting with your florist, there are three key factors to keep in mind. We sat down with The Country Garden Flowers & Gifts to get the inside scoop on what we need to know as we plan our day.

Did you know the average wedding costs $22,500? That’s an astronomical amount, but there are ways to navigate it.