WALKING THROUGH the double doors, a medley of grunts, thuds, and sneakers squeaking against polished floors fills the air. Bodies blur across the spring floor, twisting, leaping, and defying...

IF YOU took a snapshot of any moment in our country’s history, there is a hurt we were trying to heal. The same is true today. It’s our independence that lets us correct our wrongs, to heal, and to...

A SMALL ROOM is full of warm light, and there’s a gentle murmur of conversation, emphasizing the anticipation that rises before a special event. One lively character plays the guitar, the others...

THE SUN shimmered off the asphalt. The constant squeak of sneakers against  cracked pavement echoed between the siding of the Shady Grove mobile homes. It was a counterpoint to the distant wail...

Hit with the sudden desire to stand like a child at the case of pastries upon entering, this particular Sunday smelled of a cozy home-cooked meal and dozens of sweets. Not even minding the...

SUMMER IS coming. And surely your home will sit empty for a week in this heat. The playful cheers of the kids on summer break go missing for a week that was planned for a year. The dishes sit in the...

Walk into Detention @ the Elementary, where excitement awaits. Gone are the rows of desks and stern expressions of teachers. In their place, chatter erupts from families and friends united in their...

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...

INSIDE THE Manchester Coffee County Conference Center (MCCCC), there is a warm atmosphere full of genuine smiles and friendly conversations. Each room offers comfortable seating, creating a...

SAVOR THE essence of a hometown getaway with heartwarming flavors that celebrate locally available ingredients. From comforting classics to tempting treats, give yourself a break and bring the charm...

Immediately struck by the warmth emanating from the kitchen, I was directed by a friendly smile to order at the counter. The restaurant’s rustic charm seemed to extend to its team, who chipped in to...

THE ECONOMIC Policy Institute reports that for every dollar spent at a locally owned business, 68 cents of it stays in the local economy. Compare this to 32 cents staying in a local community when...

IN SHORTY Miller's historic building, Amy Chalker’s boutique, Chasin’ Trends Clothing Co., exudes a warmth and charm that is as much a reflection of its owner’s personality as it is a celebration of...

WE ARE still uncovering hundreds of years of history in Coffee County. At the Joanna Lewis Memorial Museum of Coffee County History, we travel back as far as 1836 — the year the county was founded....

THE LAST bite of your rocky road ice cream melts on your tongue, the waffle cone crumbling in your hand. Contentment settles over you as you perch on the cool black bench beneath the courthouse...

FOLLOWING MY feet and my appetite, I let my senses carry me past the beautiful pink doorway and toward the source of freshly baked goods. Brianne Melcher, owner of and baker for bakehouse, was as...