In the 48-hour whirlwind of a Make48 competition, the Tool Techs are the bridge between a brain fart and a working prototype. If you’ve followed our journey since 2022, you likely remember Adam. Back then, he was the "new guy" on the tech team. Today? He’s the cornerstone of Make48, the unofficial documentarian, and the heart of the North Little Rock maker scene. It has been years since we last sat down with Adam for a story. We caught up with him after 4 seasons of Make48 inventions, his...

Meet Jimmy Lewis-Swain. At almost 23 years old (April 10th birthday coming up), Jimmy has already lived several lifetimes' worth of stories. From navigating the halls of the Kansas State School for the Blind (KSSB) to welding in the tool tents of Make48, and recording country tracks that pull at your heartstrings, Jimmy leaves an impression on everyone he meets. This is a glimpse into who Jimmy is and the incredible impact he has made on our community. Breaking the Mold Jimmy’s journey with...

This past weekend, Kansas City, MO, truly felt like an art lover's paradise, and it all centered around the Kansas City Art Institute's...