by Leana Conway | May 1, 2023 | 2023 | May-Jun Issue, Stories
Linnéa Geiger paints with her camera. She uses light, shadow, angle, and observation like a paintbrush to capture human connections. She doesn’t pose her subjects or rely on props, matching outfits, uncomfortable clothes, or forced smiles. Linnéa documents life, and... 
by Ashley Velez | May 1, 2023 | 2023 | May-Jun Issue, Stories
“One of the greatest barriers to connection is the cultural importance we place on ‘going it alone.’ Somehow we’ve come to equate success with not needing anyone. Many of us are willing to extend a helping hand, but we’re very reluctant to reach out for help when we... 
by Susan Overcash Walker | May 1, 2023 | 2023 | May-Jun Issue, Stories
Pick up a bottle of pinot grigio or a signature red blend from The Random Whine, and you’ll notice something different about the label. The fuchsia and turquoise lettering flashes from the bottle like neon. The pale script against the black of the label suggests the... 
by Will Cooper | May 1, 2023 | 2023 | May-Jun Issue, Stories
From March Madness to April showers, spring is a season of change, excitement, and—for two local athletic programs—history-making championships. This spring, Cherokee County celebrated the crowning of a new state champion and brought a storied program back to the... 
by Guest Contributor | May 1, 2023 | 2023 | May-Jun Issue, Stories
By Todd Tyler, Waleska Resident I never considered having to face, feel, and certainly not share what you’re about to read. It’s like setting a broken bone. Yes, it hurts—but the bone is realigned, and after healing, it’s stronger than before. Dorothy Anne My sweet... 
by Shannon Sickmon | May 1, 2023 | 2023 | May-Jun Issue, Stories
Honey is more than a delicious, sweet treat. Despite the high sugar content—one tablespoon of honey has seventeen grams of sugar—honey is a nutritional powerhouse packed with antioxidants and micronutrients. Raw honey contains antioxidant compounds called polyphenols,...