My Grace-Full Life: Meet Tyler Tankersley

In almost three years of writing My Grace-Full Life, I’ve never interviewed someone for this column. So this month has a bit of a different direction than normal. But it’s something […]
Tami’s Devotion: HOMEWORK

When my kids were younger, homework was our least favorite part of the school year. It felt like we could not get through a weekday afternoon without a homework meltdown. […]
Paid in Full

The wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord. ~ Romans 6:23 When someone gets paid for the work […]
Susan Braden: The Woman Behind “Because I Can, Sir”

In March 2015, Susan Braden heard the words no one wants to hear, “You have cancer.” After the initial shock of learning that she had cholangiocarcinoma, Susan’s determined spirit and […]
Local Eagle Scout Awarded

According to blog.scoutingmagazine.org, there were 52,160 Eagle Scout rankings earned in 2018 nationwide, which equate to 6.49% of the Scouts eligible for the award. North Carolina ranked #5 for the overall […]
Why I Loved My School Lunchbox

BY LAUREN SEPHTON With a new school year in session, there shouldn’t have to be the added stress of having to create a healthy, yet tasty lunchbox every day. Using […]
It’s A Grand Life – Starting Traditions, Keeping Traditions

It is not uncommon to hear people talk about their traditions, but what is the meaning of “tradition”? According to Webster’s dictionary, it is “The handing down of statements, beliefs, […]
The View from My Section – A Father’s Perspective

“When you dance, your purpose is not to get to a certain place on the floor. It’s to enjoy each step along the way.”~ Wayne Dyer Summer is officially over […]
Riverwood Therapeutic Riding Center Horses Are Good for the Mind, Body, and Soul

Throughout history, humans and horses have had a close relationship; they work together with an ease that is hard to explain unless you’ve experienced the bond with a horse. In […]
The Vision of the Modern Playground

The first American playground, built-in 1867, included swings, slides, and a wooden carousel. In 1907, one influential man had the vision to help every state and school create a safe […]