Getaway Guide: December’s Must-Visit Spot – Small Town Charm Meets Mountain Magic in the Heart of the Blue Ridge
photos by: HALLEY BURLESON Located just south of Boone and not far from the Tennessee border sits the quaint, hidden gem of a mountain town, Banner Elk. Like all the […]
Forsyth County Library Spotlights: Southside Branch Library – A Welcoming Space for Readers, Learners and Neighbors Alike
Tucked away, not far from Peters Creek Parkway, sits the Southside Branch Library. This Forsyth County Library has an awesome children’s room and lots of great amenities. It is easy […]
The Plott Hound: State Dog of North Carolina
If you never heard tell of the Plott Hound, you’d assuredly be in the majority of the population. A large scent hound with outsize pendent ears, originally bred for hunting […]
Triad Area Events in December 2025
December offers a variety of interesting and exciting events for families to experience in and around the Triad. Here are some of the top offerings. The Most Wonderful Time of […]
Brooke’s Notes; December 2025
photos by: JODIE BRIM CREATIVE As I’m writing this, we’re gearing up for our big “Friendsgiving” at the gym and, of course, Thanksgiving with family. I’ve always loved Thanksgiving because […]
A Dickens of a Tale Returns to Redland Church Stage – Community Theater Meets Ministry in This Beloved Christmas Tradition
The fog of Victorian London will once again drift across the stage at Redland Church this December, as the congregation presents its seventh annual production of The Gospel According to […]
Lewis Swicegood, Broker/Auctioneer – Where Faith, Family and Auctions Meet
For Lewis Swicegood, auctioneering isn’t just a career, it is a family tradition built on resilience and values. His grandfather, Jerry Swicegood, paved the way as a real estate broker, […]
Getaway Guide: November’s Must Visit Spot – Discover Cary’s Glow: Lanterns, Culture and An Unforgettable Adventures
As it’s just outside Raleigh, Cary is an often overlooked day trip destination. However, every November, the town lights up – literally – with the NC Chinese Lantern Festival. That’s […]
N.C. Farm Bureau Insurance – Building Lifetime Relationships with Families & Small Businesses
photos by: JODIE BRIM CREATIVE The dwindling art of personal service is alive and well at N.C. Farm Bureau Insurance – where helping families and small businesses thrive is goal […]
Forsyth County Library Spotlights: Carver School Road Branch Library – An Inspiring Place for Creativity, Learning, Play and Community
Located on the northeast side of Winston-Salem, not far from the Smith Reynolds Airport, is a must visit Forsyth County library. The Carver School Road Branch Library has a great […]