by Jeriah Brumfield | Feb 26, 2025 | Cover
“North Carolina needs you,” Megan Moorehead thought to herself. The moment her phone rang, Moorehead knew something was wrong. It had been days since she’d heard from her friend in North Carolina after Hurricane Helene tore through the region, leaving destruction in...
by Jeriah Brumfield | Jan 14, 2025 | Feature
FUTURE HEALING Kayla Nicholson looked down at the family photo on her phone as her eyes traced the smiles of her three children. After years of separation, each face under the same roof felt like a miracle. It hadn’t been an easy journey — her life had been...
by Jeriah Brumfield | Jan 14, 2025 | Feature
Soft pink and orange hues lingered in the sky — remnants of a sun that had just set peeked through the blinds. The sounds of the busy world outside faded into the background as Lauren Tobitt adjusted her patient’s blanket, making sure the edges were neatly tucked in....
by Jeriah Brumfield | Jan 14, 2025 | Cover
When a loved one faces a health challenge, transitioning into this new reality can be a daunting time for everyone. Questions about care, safety, and quality of life arise. You want to ensure they receive the best possible support, but the uncertainty can be...
by Jeriah Brumfield | Jan 14, 2025 | Stories
Growing up in a world of unpredictability, where stability was a luxury and trust a fragile commodity, was the reality for Mary Hazelwood. As a child, Hazelwood experienced the instability of the foster care system, moving between two homes for a year before her...