Lifestyle

Charter school deadlines are fast approaching. Have you applied yet?

January 13, 2019

Thinking about entering your child in one of our local charter school’s lotteries? Better act fast. Deadlines are fast approaching. Locals charter schools have become the first choice for many…

Bad Google review? This could help.

January 7, 2019

Do you have a Google review that someone left for your business that is clearly not a true review? Maybe someone got your business mixed up with another one with…

Time to pre-order your Girl Scout Cookies!

January 5, 2019

It’s pre-order time for those of us who stock up on Thin Mints once a year. Expect a ring at your doorbell. Or maybe a Facebook friend will post a…

A review of Child of the Forest, a book by Jack L. Grossman and James Buchanan

January 3, 2019

On Friday, Dec. 28, at 5pm, I stepped into the AmoCafe in Mooresville to listen to Jack L. Grossman read from his book, Child of the Forest: Based on the Life Story…

The Cain Center for the Arts in Cornelius is making strides

January 1, 2019

The Cain Center for the Arts (formerly Cornelius Arts Center) has been strategically and organizationally laying a foundation in preparation to construct this multi-million dollar facility. The Cain Center’s mission…

Boxes and junk piling up? You may need to visit our recycling center.

December 28, 2018

So maybe for Christmas you bought a new flatscreen TV that came in a ginormous box that doesn’t fit in your recycle bin. Or maybe you’re cleaning out your garage,…

Finding treasure at Bells Box Collective in Old Town Cornelius

December 20, 2018

An Expressive Evening Out I just discovered a new place to come for some off-the-grid restorative crafting therapy. I recently stepped out of my comfort zone and devoted serious…

Christmas trees aren’t for everyone

December 19, 2018

We are not lucky people when it comes to Christmas trees. We were invaded by hundred of tiny bugs. Eight years ago, my husband George and I put up our…

Curious about floating? Here’s my experience at First Float.

December 15, 2018

I arrived a little early to First Float, nervous and unsure if I was really the best candidate to float in a saltwater tank for an hour. Could I relax?…

How to avoid accidents during the holiday season and where to go if you have one

December 14, 2018

Putting up holiday decorations in a hurry? Not checking twice to see if that ladder is secure? Step on a glass ornament in your bare feet? Using old lights on…