by Tina Neeley | Jan 29, 2025 | Feature
In the dimly lit waiting room of a busy clinic, a mother clutches her feverish child, her eyes scanning the room with a mix of desperation and hope. She is one of many parents who face the daunting challenge of securing medical care without insurance or financial...
by Tina Neeley | Jan 29, 2025 | Cover
Dr. Brian Kilpatrick arrives at a patient’s home, where the familiar creak of the front door welcomes him into a space filled with the hum of daily life. As he settles at the kitchen table, the casual chatter and shared laughter reflect a comfort level that allows for...
by Tina Neeley | Dec 21, 2024 | Cover
Inside Val’s Comfort Kitchen, patrons from all walks of life find a welcoming atmosphere. From lone diners with downcast eyes to weary employees of nearby businesses, each seeks comfort from the menu’s offerings. The dining room hums with a crescendo of voices,...
by Tina Neeley | Dec 21, 2024 | Feature
Twice a year, in February and August, church doors open and shut out the cares and stress of the outside world. If only for a few hours, music and a common goal bring everyone together. Sometimes, the quartet’s lively banter, four-part harmony, and coordinated...
by Tina Neeley | Dec 21, 2024 | Feature
The pastel tulle tutu fanned out over her sweet bare feet, worn over her onesie. She smiled, not just with her mouth, but with her nose and eyes. It was a day of ones — of firsts. The number one on Claire Parker’s first birthday outfit forever memorialized a day of...
