Paw Paw’s Country Cookin

Paw Paw’s Country Cookin

SINCE INDEPENDENCE Day is this month, I decided to drive to Cowan and eat at Paw Paw’s Country Cookin. Mrs. “Paw Paw” is an Army veteran, so what better time to try a new restaurant and thank her for her contribution to our freedom? From the moment you walk in, the...
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...
Beri Fraley: Desert Sands Meet Main Street

Beri Fraley: Desert Sands Meet Main Street

TWENTY YEARS ago, Beri Fraley’s calloused hands gripped a rifle in the unforgiving deserts of Iraq. Back then, Fraley wasn’t yet a seasoned businessman but a National Guard captain leading a patrol under a sky painted crimson. He was a leader — not by title but...
Community Development Center: A Hub of Hope

Community Development Center: A Hub of Hope

WE OFTEN overlook the significance of basic abilities such as independence, clear sight, good hearing, problem-solving skills, and easy access to essential resources. Navigating the challenges associated with what society labels as disabilities, disorders,...
Local Recipes: Fireworks, Flavor, and Family

Local Recipes: Fireworks, Flavor, and Family

WHAT BETTER time to indulge in the ultimate celebration of all things American: backyard barbecues, July Fourth festivities, and the comforting flavors of home? Let’s salute the classic dishes that evoke the nostalgia of summer gatherings and the joy of savoring...
Food Critic: Piezan Pizzeria Italiano

Food Critic: Piezan Pizzeria Italiano

FOR MOTHER’S Day this year, I went to dinner with my youngest daughter at Piezan Pizzeria Italiano, located on the square in downtown Winchester. I wasn’t going for pizza, though. I wanted to be different and try something I wouldn’t think to order any other day. I’m...