Elvis, Beatles, Motown; Who Really Ruled the Airwaves?
Let’s take a trip back to the golden age of music. The big question on everyone’s mind back then wasn’t what was for dinner or who was going to win the next game—it was this: Are you an Elvis person or a Beatles person? This...
Steps to Writing Your Memoir
Everyone who has ever lived has a story to tell. As you approach mid to later life, you may find yourself reflecting on your past. Perhaps you realize you’ve lived through significant or relatable events, experiences, choices, and changes that would be fascinating or helpful...
“Remote Control Roulette
Ah, the remote control—a device meant to make life easier but somehow capable of unraveling even the most patient among us. Let me set the scene: You’re ready to relax. The snacks are prepared, your drink is at the perfect level of condensation, and you’ve...
Cover Profile: Ben Bradshaw
In this engaging and heartfelt interview, Ben Bradshaw, a tennis coach, community leader, and devoted father, shares his journey from growing up in a tennis-centered household to coaching in the River Region. Bradshaw reflects on his earliest memories of playing with his father, the valuable...
This & That: Jan-Feb Events
Enjoy these upcoming events. Sir Elton John (Tom’s Elton Tribute)January 19 at Troy University’s Davis Theatre The world’s number one Elton John tribute band are coming to play All The Hits by Elton John. The spectacular show includes Bennie and the Jets, Tiny Dancer, Rocket...
Grumpy But Grateful: “The Great Packaging Battle”
“The art of complaining —gratefully.” You know what’s tougher than opening a plastic clamshell package? Negotiating peace treaties. Performing brain surgery. Figuring out why your kid’s Wi-Fi works and yours doesn’t. These packages weren’t designed to protect the product—they were designed to test your will...
Up Your Dinner Game: Host A Tasting Party
Coming up with an idea for dinner every night can be frustrating. We try to find a meal that everyone enjoys, that can be put together quickly and that reheats well. The key to adding a new recipe to your rotation is to sample it....
From Neutral to Noticable: 8 Budget Friendly Updates to Give Your Home an Extra Pop
Now that all the holidays decorations are gone, our house looks a little empty. A room that just a few weeks ago brought us joy, now feels lifeless and dull. As the cabin fever sets in, we turn to online scrolling for new décor, making...
Cover Profile: Janet Roberts, Compassion for the Community.
This month’s cover profile is a compassionate and community-oriented lady who embodies faith, resilience, and kindness. A devoted grandmother and aunt, she treasures her family deeply. Her commitment to service shines through her involvement with charitable organizations, such as adopting children during the holidays and...
10 Holiday Health Myths: The Surprising (and Sometimes Silly) Truths
Ah, the holidays—a time for twinkling lights, heartfelt gatherings, and more cookies than anyone should eat in a lifetime. But alongside all the joy comes a flurry of health myths passed around like a plate of fruitcake. Some of these myths are just good fun,...