Sports + Recreation

Driving Impact

The James P. Gills Family YMCA recently hosted its annual Golf Tournament, bringing together community members, local businesses and supporters for an afternoon of friendly competition and purpose-driven fun on the green. Proceeds from the tournament directly benefit the Y’s financial assistance and community outreach programs, ensuring everyone has access to vital YMCA programs, regardless of their financial circumstances.While many know the Y for our gyms, pools and youth programs, events like...

Local Services

Showing Thanks

The holidays aren’t business as usual for these local leaders. Article by JoAnn Chang | Photography by Magical Memories Photography As the holidays arrive, our already crowded schedules explode with more demands on our time. When you own a business, balancing those commitments can be even more of a challenge. With all the holidays demand, it’s important to take time to slow down and show those around you how much they mean to you. From friends and family to neighbors and customers – there is...

Food + Beverage

Side Bet

Sides that take center stage this holiday season. Article by Michelle Numann/Chef Brandi Smith | Photography by Naomi Wipert For many, the highlight of a holiday meal isn’t the main course — it’s the side dishes. Side dishes stand out because they allow creativity and flavor to shine through. “You eat with your eyes first — the color and presentation trigger the memory. Then, of course, it has to be delicious,” shared Chef Brandi Smith. Nostalgia also plays a role, like her Mommaw’s...

Education

Spreading Hope & Love

Love Generously is keeping local kids fed outside of school. Article by JoAnn Chang | Photography by Naomi Wipert Bringing family and friends together to share a feast at the holidays can be exciting. But there are children in our community who don’t know where their next meal will come from. The team at Love Generously is working to spread hope and love to those struggling with food insecurity, one meal at a time.  For Anthony and Lindsay Williams, owners of SWAG Party Rentals, SWAG...