The Publisher’s Perspective

photo by CARRIE ALLEN

April is the first full month of spring, and I am so excited and ready for my favorite season of the year. I look forward to getting outside more, whether it is to plant flowers with my sweet mama, who officially turned me into a gardener last summer, or to enjoy the beauty of nature as I take my daily walk.

April is also when we publish our biannual “Home Section” in LKN Magazine, and we are proud of our first spring issue with 18 pages covering home topics from easy and inexpensive tips for home improvement to having the lawn that will be the envy of the neighborhood with GrassRoots Turf of Lake Norman.

Speaking of GrassRoots Turf, it is our cover story (page 29) for this month and a local company that I can speak for personally. David Tilley and his team first started making our yard look amazing in the summer of 2022. When we started LKN Magazine he was one of the FIRST to advertise, and we are both thrilled with the response that it has generated. He believed in our publication from the beginning and has been a loyal advertiser since the first issue.

Our FIRST ANNUAL Tour de Boutique in Lake Norman is this month and if you have not signed up yet, register NOW at http://tinyurl.com/LKNTDB2023! Information about the tour is on page 62. We are so excited to bring this FUN event to the LKN community – it’s a win-win for local businesses and shoppers alike. We are truly grateful to have a unique group of shops to partner with us for our first annual event. Follow our social media for updates and more info!

Please be sure to mention LKN Magazine to our advertisers when you visit them. The advertisers make this free magazine possible and for that we are extremely grateful! Nothing makes my heart happier than supporting local businesses and publishing interesting stories about our amazing community.

Blessings to All!

Keela

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Keela Johnson

Hello! I’m Keela Johnson, the founder and publisher of Forsyth Magazines, a family of three publications that began in 2005 in Forsyth County, NC. After living in Clemmons for 30 years, I "retired" to Lake Norman and discovered a vibrant, active community filled with friendly people and new hobbies like paddle boarding, walking, and gardening. But with publishing in my blood, I quickly recognized an exciting opportunity to engage further with the wonderful Lake Norman community. Now, as the publisher of LKN Magazine, I’m thrilled to be part of a growing platform that celebrates the Lake Norman area. My daughter, Brooke Eagle, now co-owner and publisher, has been instrumental in helping take our family of magazines to new heights, and together, we’re continuing to share stories and promote local businesses in meaningful ways. At the heart of everything we do is the belief in the power of community. We’re passionate about creating a platform where local businesses can grow organically and meaningfully, and we’re excited to bring that same vision to the Lake Norman market. LKN Magazine proudly serves Catawba, Iredell, Lincoln, and Mecklenburg counties, from Statesville to North Charlotte. In addition to print and online advertising, LKN Magazine offers a comprehensive range of services to help tell your story—including editorial features, social media promotion, and a monthly newsletter. You can subscribe to our newsletter at lkn-magazine.com to stay connected with all that’s happening around the Lake Norman community. We’re so grateful to be part of such dynamic communities in Forsyth and Lake Norman, and I’m honored to continue this journey with you. Let’s keep sharing stories, supporting local businesses, and building something meaningful together. Here’s to many more years of growth, connection, and celebration!

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