September: Time to Learn about Childhood Obesity

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, “About 1 in 5 (19%) children in the United States has obesity.” The American Heart Association reports another troubling statistic: “About […]
Meditation, Obstacle Courses, Paper Money: Alternative Methods of Discipline

Not all children run into school, excited to see their classmates and begin the day anxious to learn. A growing number arrive with high levels of anxiety, stress, and anger. […]
Book Review: Vietnam Photographs From North Carolina Veterans – The Memories They Brought Home

Martin Tucker, the author of Vietnam Photographs From North Carolina Veterans – The Memories They Brought Home, served in the US Navy during the Vietnam era. Prior to his military service, […]
The 2019 Larry Vance Hughes ALS Benefit and Concert

With today’s vast medical advancements, many diseases which once were incurable, are now either manageable or can be completely cured. Unfortunately, Amyotropic Lateral Sclerosis, or ALS, is a diagnosis that […]
“Out and About” in Winston-Salem With The Enrichment Center

On Friday, July 26thguests gathered at the Gateway Gallery on the outskirts of downtown Winston-Salem for the opening of the “Honoring Heroes” exhibit to view one-of-a-kind artwork by the Gateway […]
Appreciation for the Unsung School Heroes

You might be wondering why I am writing an article about teacher and school appreciation days when a new school year has just begun. The reason is because a school’s […]
Carrie Morales – Living Blind in a Sighted World

Imagine if you can, losing one of your senses, specifically the gift of sight. In fact, close your eyes right now and think how your sight affects how you respond […]
What’s in Your Severe Weather Kit? A Guide to the Essentials You Should Have on Hand

You hear the weather reports. You see others rushing to the store and grabbing milk, shovels, and extra water. Severe weather can strike throughout the entire year, with different seasons […]
Ardmore Dentistry and Davie Dentistry: A New Partnership

When Dr. Nickolas Kephart began his practice in 2013, he knew one thing – it wasn’t going to be about the numbers. The focus was going to be on the patients. That […]
Child Care Resource Center: The Child Care Experts!

Child Care Resource Center (formerly known as “Work Family Resource Center”) is your local expert child care resource and referral organization, serving nine Northwest North Carolina counties (Alleghany, Ashe, Davidson, […]