Letter From the Editor; Where Champions are Made

Letter From the Editor; Where Champions are Made

THE CROWD fills the stands, row after row, of people in our high school’s colors. The family in front of you sits down with a fresh hot dog from the concession stand. It’s still steaming with a drizzle of ketchup laced across the top from end to end. It smells so good...
Dr. Jones: 44 Years of Being Loved in the Community

Dr. Jones: 44 Years of Being Loved in the Community

IN AN age where technology often overshadows personal connections, our community’s very own Dr. William R. Jones remains a shining example of genuine human warmth and compassion. For 44 years, Dr. Jones has made his own career dreams come true in Lincoln County,...
Savor Summer’s Bounty

Savor Summer’s Bounty

AS THE warm summer sun shines high in the Southern sky, it’s time to embrace the vibrant flavors of the season. Our July recipes showcase the best of summer’s produce, from juicy peaches and crisp cucumbers to sweet corn and zucchini.  Whether you’re hosting a...
Jon Bradford: ‘Nobody Cares. Work Harder!’

Jon Bradford: ‘Nobody Cares. Work Harder!’

THE MOTTO, “Nobody cares. Work harder!” — made popular by podcast host, author, and endurance trainer Cameron Hanes — may sound harsh to some, but to Jon Bradford, those words were the motivation he needed two years ago to finally seize control of his health. He’s now...