Siouxland Woman Magazine

01/08/2026

💗 A sweet new year begins.

We’re kicking off 2026 with something special - a brand-new dessert partnership with The Sugar Shack Bakery - the perfect way to celebrate our January Siouxland Woman Cover Woman, Michelle Karlberg.

Michelle’s story is stitched together with creativity, faith, family, and the kind of care that turns passion into purpose. To honor her, The Sugar Shack Bakery created a delicious dessert just for Michelle, and because our readers are such a big part of this community, one of you will receive the very same sweet treat.

We’re so grateful for this new partnership with The Sugar Shack Bakery, helping us celebrate the women we feature and share that joy with one of you each month.

✨ To enter this month’s giveaway:
📱 Like, follow & share Siouxland Woman and The Sugar Shack Bakery
💬 In the comments: Tag someone in your life who creates something meaningful for others, whether with their hands, their heart, or their time - and tell us one small thing they do that makes a difference.

The winner will be announced tomorrow, Friday, January 9th at 4pm. Watch your notifications - we’ll tag you and send a message to arrange pickup.

Here’s to a sweet start to the year! 🍰



Upholstery Designs by Michelle

01/08/2026

✨ Dream-home inspiration starts here.

Our January issue spotlights some truly stunning Siouxland properties - from a beautifully updated Dakota Dunes townhome to luxury listings across Sioux City, all represented by trusted local expert Barb Maxon, Realtor, Century 21 ProLink.

If you love peeking inside gorgeous homes, discovering thoughtful upgrades, or exploring what’s new on the market, this spread is such a fun place to start.

Take a closer look in the January issue of Siouxland Woman:
https://issuu.com/michelscom/docs/siouxlandwoman12.2

01/08/2026

✨ If you love food with heart, creativity, and a little wow-factor, this one’s worth the read. In our January issue, we’re spotlighting , the local team bringing bold, elevated, unexpected flavors to Siouxland. Tyson Sanchez and Shannon Smith have built something special: dishes you’d expect in big-city dining rooms, crafted right here at home with passion, curiosity, and so much intention behind every detail.

From French-inspired lobster sauces to saffron scallops, hand-picked ingredients, and plates designed to thrill all the senses, their story is all about pushing boundaries and making every guest feel cared for. And yes, the behind-the-scenes stories are just as good as the food.

Take a peek inside their world and see why their events are leaving guests absolutely raving.

Read the full feature here: https://issuu.com/michelscom/docs/siouxlandwoman12.2

01/07/2026

✨Meet our January Cover Woman, Michelle Karlberg - a creator, a caretaker, and a woman who has woven faith, family, and artistry into every chapter of her life.

✏️ Story by: Lydia Gleiser
📸 Photos by: Shane Monahan Photography

Michelle’s journey is all about reinvention and heart. What started as upholstering furniture in her garage grew into a thriving business built on craftsmanship, connection, and the belief that meaningful work comes from serving others with intention. From transforming cherished heirlooms to mentoring her own grandchildren in the joy of creating, Michelle’s life is stitched together with love, resilience, and deep purpose.

Her story is warm, inspiring, and such a beautiful reminder that the things we build with our hands, and our hearts, often become our greatest legacy.

✨ Read her full story in the January issue of Siouxland Woman
https://issuu.com/michelscom/docs/siouxlandwoman12.2



Upholstery Designs by Michelle

01/07/2026

Some adventures change your life, and for Richard Seidner and Carol Paasch, travel did exactly that. What started as personal getaways slowly transformed into a passion they now share with the entire Siouxland community through Cruise Pharmacy - an agency built on experience, empathy, and a genuine love for helping people make memories.

From learning the industry the hard way to planning more than 15 personal cruises and countless trips for clients, Richard and Carol have created something special. They believe in using every bit of hard-earned vacation time, saying yes to new places, and easing the stress so travelers can simply enjoy the journey.
Their story is proof that wanderlust, resilience, and a little bravery can open the door to your next chapter.

Read their full inspiring journey, and see why Cruise Pharmacy is all about making moments that matter in the January issue of Siouxland Woman: https://www.siouxlandwoman.com/

01/06/2026

This one’s for the fans who want 2026 to start with a bang. Two Eric Church tickets are up for grabs and the clock is ticking.

Get your entries in, tag your concert buddy, and share it out - someone’s walking into that show for free and it could absolutely be you. Winner announced January 16. 🎟️🎟️



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🎟️🎟️GIVEAWAY TIME🎟️🎟️
Siouxland Woman Magazine has teamed up with the Denny Sanford PREMIER Center to give away 2 tickets to see Eric Church live on February 6, 2026.

To enter:
👍 Follow Siouxland Woman Magazine
👍 Follow Denny Sanford PREMIER Center
👥 Mention the person you would take with you
📲 Share this post to your story

It is that simple.
Enter as many times as you want!

The lucky winner will be announced January 16, 2026.

01/06/2026

Some women lift the world in ways that rarely make headlines but change lives every single day. Maybe she’s the unsung hero in your family. Maybe she’s the one who shows up quietly, putting everyone else first without ever asking for recognition. Maybe she’s walked through hard seasons with grace, held others together when she was tired, or poured love into her community simply because it’s who she is.

If someone comes to mind - a mom, daughter, sister, grandma, friend, or wife - we’d love to honor her in this year’s Queen for a Day celebration.

To nominate her, send a short story (200 words or less) and a photo to jess@michelscom.com by March 31, 2026.

Selected stories will appear in the April issue of Siouxland Woman, and one extraordinary woman will be crowned in May with a prize package designed just for her.

A heartfelt thank-you to our presenting sponsors: Gunderson's Jewelers, SweetWater Cafe, Pony Express Stores , Kahill’s Chophouse, and Marriott Hotels

Nominate the woman whose heart, strength, and generosity deserve to be recognized. 👑

01/05/2026

January is National Blood Donor Month!

Start 2026 by giving the gift of life - your donation truly matters. Every donor who gives in January at any LifeServe donor center or mobile drive will be entered to win a Peloton Exercise Bike, with two runner-up prizes of under-desk walking treadmills.

Find a location near you where you can give blood, save lives, and step into the new year with purpose:
🔗 https://lifeserve-donor.prod.forcytesp.com/donate-near-you

01/01/2026

Wishing you a beautiful start to 2026.

May the new year bring clarity, joy, and the kind of moments that feel soft and steady. Here’s to a season of growth and good things ahead. ✨