BJ Sylvia: Greater than yourself

BJ Sylvia: Greater than yourself

BJ SYLVIA walks with an invisible ache in her heart, sinking ever deeper and never relenting for long. The tightness does not emanate guilt, anger, or regret. Instead, it betrays the soul of a mother and teacher burdened by the pain of children — some deeply hurt,...
Susan Binkley: A Vision in Progress

Susan Binkley: A Vision in Progress

SUSAN BINKLEY walks the construction site with both pride and purpose, her eyes scanning the 24,000-square-foot building. The sun catches the gleaming metal roof of a sprawling barn-like structure, its silhouette rising against rolling farmland like a promise coming...
Megan Moorehead: A small town, a big heart

Megan Moorehead: A small town, a big heart

“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...
Jenn Nogodula: In the Hands of Compassion

Jenn Nogodula: In the Hands of Compassion

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...
Shanon Stowe: Faith in Action

Shanon Stowe: Faith in Action

In the summer of 2019, Shanon Stowe, a longtime member of Canvas Community Church and an active volunteer in the community, sat quietly in reflection. In that stillness, she believes, came a vision from God, as clear as day. She was to start a food and outreach...
Empowering Coffee County

Empowering Coffee County

EVERY DAY, Coffee County Bank’s dynamic environment contributes to the revitalization of the community, making it a little better than it was the day before. Phones ring, papers rustle, and keyboards clatter as employees coordinate initiatives and build connections....