20 Reasons to Love Salem Smiles

BY KATIE MARSH with SARAH SHOAF For over 25 years, Dr. Sarah Shoaf has been a trusted resource in the Triad for orthodontic care. She opened Salem Smiles in 2012 and it’s a business that has been built on care and compassion…. They are a team that believes in the beauty of every unique smile! […]
It’s A Grand Life – Love and Kindness

It’s February; we have recovered from the holidays, have dealt with cold weather and possibly snow, and are ready for another day to lift our spirits and acknowledge our loved ones. Ah, Valentine’s Day—florists, candy makers, card shops, and jewelers, among others, look forward to this day. As a child, after being back in school […]
Prom Time at Paparazzi!

“Hello, it’s Prom Time? Are you ready?” Teenagers across the Triad are starting to think about Prom Time, and now is the time to book your appointment at Paparazzi Hair Salon! “This is not a time for boring hair,” said owner and stylist Bobbie Skinner. “Prom is a significant rite of passage and a time […]
The Annual Triad Home and Garden Show Presented by the Home Builders Association of Winston-Salem

BY ADELE CASANOVA If you are excited about the upcoming arrival of Spring (and who isn’t!) you will want to save the date for the Annual Triad Home and Garden Show, hosted by the Home Builders Association of Winston-Salem (HBAWS). This show will be its 31st year as a source of new products, techniques and […]
Men Who Cook

For the SECU Family House, saying that there are “too many cooks in the kitchen” is GREAT news when it comes to their annual “Men Who Cook” fundraiser. Celebrating its 5th anniversary this year, Men Who Cook is set for Saturday, March 21st, at Bridger Field House in Winston-Salem. The event brings together local male […]
What is Love, Anyway?

BY ADELE CASANOVA Defining love is a complicated task. Love as a noun can mean deep affection, great pleasure, benevolence, or emotional attachment. Love as a verb can be used to mean devote, cherish, revere, or desire intensely. We use the word love to describe a vast variety of emotions and attitudes toward people, spouses, […]
Teaching Your Children to Give Back

Being a part of a community is a very special part of the human experience. It provides us with people to love and a sense of belonging. It also comes with the understanding that there are people in every community who have unmet needs. If you find yourself in a position where your basic needs […]
2020 Census: Why Should You Care?

Over the last few years, our country has seen an incredible movement of citizens getting more involved in their communities, like a wave of passion rising. Here in Forsyth County, there are so many different causes to be passionate about and changes to support. Imagine if 10 minutes of your time could make a genuine […]
The View from My Section – A Father’s Perspective The Argument – It’s Not Always How It Appears

I took my dog for a walk one day at a park by a lake. After walking around the lake, it was such a nice day I decided to sit down on a bench under a shade tree beside the water to watch the ducks play. My dog sat beside me while I perused my […]
Heart of the Matter Trusted Care Keeps Go-Getter Going Strong

Wendy Rash, a self-described “go-getter,” is no stranger to heart surgery. The Lewisville resident has had a number of procedures over the years to address her irregular heartbeat. Now in her late 40s and on her third pacemaker, she has trusted her heart care to Wake Forest Baptist Health for more than 20 years. She […]