From Healer to Advocate
Cancer survivor Becky Beavers brings a unique perspective to her role as president of the auxiliary at Piedmont Newton Hospital. After the former nurse underwent a double mastectomy, she became
Heirloom to a Bygone Era
Country stores dawned in America during colonial times, allowing pioneers to stock up on supplies and socialize with distant neighbors. Often replaced by big-box retailers, only a precious few remain.
Shopping in a Sugar Wonderland
by Kari Apted It doesn’t matter what time they arrive: Frankie Moss is already there when Jan and Gary Patrick turn into their store’s parking lot every Dec. 24. If
Shaping Smiles
Dr. Venitress Bryant grew up in the projects of Detroit. However, determination, work ethic and family support enabled her to succeed while cementing her desire to give back as much
Seize the Opportunities
Rev. Dr. Terrence Evans has learned what matters most in life through his experiences at home, in the pulpit and on the basketball court. His advice? We only miss the
Always on Time
When our publisher, Scott Tredeau, spotted the clock in an antique shop, he knew it had to grace our latest cover. It’s an excellent image for a quarterly magazine like
Healing Properties
Those who have driven down Hodges Circle in Mansfield have probably already seen the tall, colorful rooster that graces our cover. Its whimsical presence brightens the rural landscape as only
The County’s Most Interesting Man
Newborn resident Tony Pless looks like your average older biker, clad in black leather and tattooed, with a long, white beard. Like most bikers, he has been places—some good and
‘The Essence of Our Y’
Sisters Carmen Brown and Beverly Burton consider the Covington Family YMCA a second home, whether they are partaking in a fitness class, utilizing the exercise machines, enjoying a brisk game