Birthday Story Archives

A unique, personalized, thoughtful birthday present for anyone turning any age. This newspaper-style gift is great for friends and loved ones alike, as you are putting them in the headlines and highlighting what makes them special on their special day.
August 2, 2021

‘IC… Drive Safe’: Local woman wins mom and wife of the year award

When Paul and Lindsay Geeson met in Mexico back in 2010, they never thought more than a friendship would spark. Now, 11 years and two kids […]
November 28, 2020

The Best Brother: Jonathan Wylie celebrates his 30th birthday as a beloved brother, son, husband and father

For every prudent choice Jonathan Wylie has made in his lifetime, there’s a Red Granite stunt tape or a little brother who reigned over his tricycle […]
July 9, 2020

Our Hero: Shelly Carlin is quick to tell his family how much he loves them, and even quicker to show it with his actions

As Shelly Carlin pulls the folded piece of paper out of his pocket, every member of his family reaches for their tissues.  A father of four […]
December 9, 2019

‘A Great Example’: Jan Rizzio is an inspiration to his family for his dedication, positivity and commitment

Ryan Rizzio loves to use his father Jan as a measuring stick for himself in life, even if he knows it’s a fool’s errand to set […]
August 19, 2019

Amazing Devotion: Kristin Wallace celebrates 50 years of love, patience and putting her family first

Chris Wallace turns to baseball to put his wife’s steadfast consistency into perspective. She celebrates her 50th birthday as a wife, mother, daughter and friend who […]
July 22, 2019

Selfless Love: Linda Mickalowski celebrates her 70th birthday as a caring mother, wife, daughter and friend

Linda Mickalowski takes compassion and selflessness to extraordinary levels. She always has and always will put the well-being of family and friends so far ahead of […]
May 24, 2019

‘Amazing father’: Don Heidorn is an inspiration for his honesty, generosity and commitment to his family

Don Heidorn has an old expression he leans on when anyone asks him how he’s doing, and the remarkable thing is he actually believes it. “If […]