by Kali Bradford | Feb 12, 2026 | Feature
IN THE world of country music, stories often unfold in ballads of tales of heartbreak, redemption, and enduring love. For Ken and Kristy Mellons, however, their song is a living testimony of perseverance and faith. MUSIC WAS THE BEGINNINGKristy grew up in...
by Kali Bradford | Jun 12, 2025 | Stories
MOST OF us know the saying, “It takes a village.” A well-known African proverb, it’s often used when discussing the care of children. The concept of the phrase is that no individual succeeds or thrives in isolation — everyone benefits from the care, wisdom, and...
by Kali Bradford | Dec 26, 2024 | Feature
Love is more than just a word — it’s an action. When expressed as such, it can manifest through helping others. This form of love transcends from just mere words to embodying a commitment to the well-being of those around us. When we lend a hand, offer support, or...
by Kali Bradford | Nov 8, 2024 | Stories
PAYING IT forward describes the beneficiary of a good deed repaying the kindness to others rather than paying it back to the original benefactor. It has also been referred to as serial reciprocity. Historians can trace its origins back to 317 B.C. when the theme of...
by Kali Bradford | Oct 19, 2024 | Feature
YOU’LL SEE him roaming the halls during class time. You can find him in the cafeteria at lunch, sitting with a group of students, getting the news of the day. He lends a hand whenever an instructor or faculty member needs one. He is also often one of the first on...
