by Tina Neeley | Sep 13, 2024 | Fayetteville, Stories
The gentle breeze whispered, “Come on out,” as the branches’ unfurling leaves waved at her, coaxing her from the open back door. New ferns spilling out of her mama’s concrete urns gently billowed, and freshly mown grass signaled the end of winter’s imposed rest. As...
by Tina Neeley | Sep 13, 2024 | Fayetteville, Stories
WHAT’S YOUR karate IQ? Is it informed by the wise instructor from “The Karate Kid,” Mr. Miyagi, or the or the Netflix series “Cobra Kai’’? Perhaps you still enjoy reruns of “Walker, Texas Ranger,” and its karate action scenes. Or maybe your mental association of the...
by Tina Neeley | Sep 13, 2024 | Fayetteville, Stories
AS THE late afternoon sun cast its last shadows over the Kentucky woods, she limped into the open field, her young fawn following along playfully. “Take my coat off,” James “Skip” Parkes said to his grandson-in-law, Jim Cortner, who watched over Skip’s shoulder...
by Guest Writer | Sep 13, 2024 | Fayetteville, Stories
COOKING WITH produce, meats, and spices from nearby farms and growers brings the freshest flavors to our tables. And choosing local ingredients benefits our community while enhancing our family meals. These local products showcase our region’s unique tastes, making...
by Guest Writer | Aug 14, 2024 | Fayetteville, Stories
WHEN THE stadium lights blaze and the roar of the crowd echoes, true fans know the game-day experience begins in the parking lot. Celebrate your team’s spirit with these tailgating recipes, which will fuel your revelry from kickoff to the final whistle. From handheld...
by Tina Neeley | Aug 14, 2024 | Fayetteville, Stories
THE SHADOWS of the late afternoon sun drape the asphalt courts as the Lincoln County High School (LCHS) tennis team battles its district rival. The rhythmic thwacks of fuzzy yellow balls drilling back and forth punctuate the players’ grunts as they lean into...
