In The Spotlight

Selene Johnson What makes you YOU? I’ve always had a passion for equity and social justice – my first real activism started when I organized a 3-day school-wide lunch boycott […]
Confessions of an Ex-People Pleaser

Confessions of an Ex-People Pleaser BY JEN OLENICZAK BROWN I was a people-pleaser for most of my life and it wasn’t a good thing. You’re probably thinking, Oh Jen! You […]
Dear June: Ahead of the Curve

BY JUNE DELUGAS In the design industry, it is important for us to continue learning and staying on top of all the new products and technology. With the changes happening […]
The Five Types of People You Meet at the Gym

The Five Types of People You Meet at the Gym BY AMY HILL Gym rats everywhere can attest to the various strong personalities they’ve encountered during their workouts. Here are […]
Waterfall Hikes in North Carolina

From the Blue Ridge to the Smoky Mountains, North Carolina has some of the most impressive waterfalls to help you enjoy a beautiful weekend outdoors. Whether you’re looking for a […]
Salute to First Responders Recognition Lunch

First responders’ duties bring them into harm’s way every day. Police officers, sheriff deputies, firefighters, and paramedics put themselves on the front lines and we often wonder how to thank […]
Fragrant Blossoming Blooms: The Magic, Mystique, and Mystery of Nature’s Muse

Fragrant Blossoming Blooms: The Magic, Mystique, and Mystery of Nature’s Muse BY SUSAN B. B. SCHABACKER Fancy flowers? Celebrate their unfurling of spring splendor, whether meadow wildflowers, a florist’s floral […]
Kick Stress and Anxiety to the Curb with Healthier Habits: Find Peace of Mind and Reprieve for Even the Busiest Lives

BY SUSAN B. B. SCHABACKER Busy lifestyles and miles-long to-do lists? It’s easy to get overwhelmed and overstressed. Even for the even-keeled, anxiety can attack us. And it doesn’t just […]