September: Time to Learn about Childhood Obesity
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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!
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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, […]