What if You Could Remake You?
By: Dr. Debbie Lanier Given the chance, how many of us would take a do-over—not an adjustment but a complete reset, a chance to shed the past and its labels, […]
Joyful Journey: Western NC, Live Music, Mountain Air, and the Season of Dads
If you’ve never spent a June weekend in the mountains of western North Carolina, here’s the short version: the air is cool, the rhododendrons are still burning pink along the […]
Easy Outdoor Spots Around Lake Norman
Summer around Lake Norman is the perfect time to get outside and enjoy everything the area has to offer. With longer days and warm weather, and beautiful lake views, it’s […]
Joyful Journey: Piedmont & Coastal NC, Live Music, Open Air, and the Season of Dads
The month of June tends to draw people out of the house for a myriad of reasons. The heat finally committing as summer begins, lends itself to the fact that […]
Ask Dr. Keith; June 2026
Dear Dr. Keith, I am a 70-year-old man who lost my wife to a heart attack a few years ago. This isn’t a “woe is me” story. I was happily […]
Publisher’s Perspective – June 2026
Happy June! This issue feels especially meaningful to me, and I’m so excited to share it with you. There are some partnerships that begin as business and quietly grow into […]
The Sweet Scoop: Why Eating Ice Cream Is Actually Good for You
Ice cream lovers, rejoice — your favorite dessert may come with more perks than you think. Sure, no one’s claiming a triple scoop waffle cone is the secret to eternal […]
World of Darkness
BY VIVIAN CARSWELL BLACKMON “IN MEMORY OF ESPER CARSWELL, MY DAD” HE GROPED IN A WORLD OF DARKNESS TO A JOB HE KNEW HAD TO BE DONE. A JOB OF […]
Be Well Table; Greek Power Bowl
A balanced, nutrient-dense bowl with fiber-rich quinoa and chickpeas, fresh vegetables, and feta, topped with healthy fats from olive oil and avocado for a satisfying, well-rounded meal. Servings: 6 Prep […]
Keep the Beauty Blooming: Five Tips for Stunning Summer Planters
By April Case As we head into June, you may have already planted beautiful container gardens—or perhaps you’ve been inspired by the gorgeous selections at RidgeCrest Garden Center—and now you’re […]
