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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Cooke Rentals Knows How to Throw A Party!

photos by: JEJ PHOTOS, JON ERIC JOHNSON Welcome to summer on the lake – where nothing beats sitting back and relaxing at a fabulous outdoor party, right? Now, imagine it’s […]
The Serve Pickleball + Kitchen – Play, Dine & Make Those Memories!

Linking food and sports is always a win-win situation – and The Serve Pickleball + Kitchen in Cornelius, NC has mastered that combination in unique fashion! Bringing the community together […]
Estate Jewelers: A Legacy of Craftsmanship and Community

Located in the heart of Downtown Lincolnton, Estate Jewelers has been a trusted part of the community for almost six decades, helping residents celebrate life’s most meaningful moments. The story […]
All the Right Things, All in One Place: Whitlyn’s Boutique

Opening a small business takes heart, grit, and a lot of passion! For Lynne Barbee and Whitney Smith those three boxes were easily checked, but this mother and daughter team […]