Community Columns

Write Again … Buster was right

Hunkered down. Staying in our “bunker” almost all of the time, rarely venturing beyond our yard. Oh, I walk on the road in front of ... Read more

2 days ago by Bartow Houston.

Planning ahead related to advance care planning

MARY LOU INFINITO If nothing else, this year, COVID-19 has shown us just how unpredictable the future can be, and how quickly things can change. ... Read more

3 days ago by Vidant Health.

What is this worm on my azaleas?

This week’s question comes from Chocowinity. This very colorful worm (a.k.a. caterpillar) on your azaleas is an azalea caterpillar (Datana major). They are very destructive ... Read more

5 days ago by Beaufort County Cooperative Extension.

Write Again … Let’s sit a spell

My friend, and fellow former coach, Harold, writes so well — and with such a good recall — of the days of his yesteryears. Those ... Read more

1 week ago by Bartow Houston.

Two things we all remember

Growing up, there were many events, dates and places we as kids, and later high school students, will never forget, from who we escorted to ... Read more

2 weeks ago by Harold Robinson.

Two things we all remember

Growing up, there were many events, dates and places we as kids and later high school students will never forget, from who we escorted to ... Read more

2 weeks ago by Harold Robinson.

Write Again … And you know who

Please let me, friends, thank you in advance for reading today’s column. Your indulgence is not unappreciated. You see, I’ve written this, and versions of ... Read more

2 weeks ago by Bartow Houston.

The ‘new normal’ at exercise facilities

TRAVIS ROGERSON Many states within the U.S. have allowed gyms to reopen with certain restrictions imposed on daily operations due to COVID-19. This information is ... Read more

3 weeks ago by Vidant Wellness Center.

The 4 things no boy could do without

There were four items that every boy who attended John Small School owned. These were not big possessions, but they were all important to the ... Read more

3 weeks ago by Harold Robinson.

More self-care leads to a ‘stress less’ life

Self-care is completely necessary to keep your body and your soul alive, well and thriving. A good recharge and self-care is more than taking care ... Read more