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1. Home Matters: A Red Tail Classic, Reimagined

After nearly 30 years, the Nakon family transforms their beloved home into a warm, modern retreat, perfect for entertaining and everyday living.

2. Little Strollers: A Sweet New Arrival in Red Tail.

Meet Baby Ellis Immler — Spreading smiles and joy at just four months old.

3-7 Red Tail Events: July was a month to remember, from the 4th of July fireworks and parade to the various golf events and tournaments.

8. Lawn & Garden: Lori Sammon’s Garden of Seasons. 

A longtime Red Tail resident turns her landscape into a living canvas, blending color, creativity, and resilience year after year.

9. Precious Pets: Meet Sadie: The Border Collie with boundless energy and a whole lot of love.

Sadie, a 2½-year-old Border Collie, has quickly become a beloved member of the Shumiloff family—and a favorite furry friend throughout the Red Tail neighborhood.

10. Athlete of the Month: Raising the Bar: Finn Petzinger’s standout journey as a student-athlete.

How Avon High School’s dual-sport leader shaped success on the field, in the classroom, and beyond.

11. Special Interests: Rooted in Red Tail: The many lives of Holly Pratt Hovanec. 

A realtor, artist, author, and gardener, Holly seamlessly blends creativity, compassion, and community spirit into everything she touches.

12. Travel Tales: Sailing in Style: The best luxury all-inclusive cruise lines. 

Susan Elder shared top-tier cruise experiences with Regent Seven Seas, Silversea, Seabourn, Explora Journeys, and Ritz-Carlton — where personalized service, fine dining, and all-inclusive elegance redefine life at sea.

13. Special Interests: Wine cellars-Savoring the Vintages: Inside Tom and Linda Pratt’s custom wine cellar. 

From a glass-encased showpiece to hidden fridges filled with rare finds, the Pratts' passion for wine—and the stories behind each bottle—reflects a lifetime of taste, travel, and evolving palates.

14. Meet Your Neighbors: The Gorneys Next Door  (And Across the Street... And Down the Block). 

The Gorneys of Red Tail: A family tapestry woven with love, laughter, and legacy.