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All in Columns
Cathy's Creative Corner: The Day Trip
It’s the summer of 1967. After dropping off our infant sister, we’re on our way to Salem, Virginia, the home of Lakeside.
Cathy's Creative Corner: "So…Both of Y’All are Stupid”
Every time I think of this, it feels like it happened yesterday. I can remember the tears swelling in my eyes and seeing my sister ball her fist.
Let Freedom Ring! Local history is in the making
Despite cracks in the structure, The Liberty Bell is a symbol of freedom that holds steadfast to the ideal of creating a democracy truly dedicated to liberty and justice for all. The bell rang in 1776 to notify local communities of major events and call public leaders to meetings. Today, we celebrate The Liberty Bell as a symbol of local information that bares the soul of a colorful, complicated and imperfect unions. Happy July 4th holiday from Davidson Local! #letfreedomring
Cathy's Creative Corner: 'Cuse Me (The Setup)
It had been raining for three days. Although the storms were not torrential downpours, they were enough to keep most people inside to stay dry
Cathy's Creative Corner: 'Cuse Me (The Meeting)
Sonya loved power walking. She could get her exercise in and people wouldn’t bother her.
Cathy's Creative Corner: No One Pays Attention (Until Today)
Today was a good day. I find myself back at the camp to settle in for the evening.
Cathy's Creative Corner: No One Pays Attention
I smile but no one pays attention.
Cathy's Creative Corner: 3T - T.I.M., Trey, Thomas (Day Thomas)
This is the last short story in the 3T series.
Cathy's Creative Corner: 3T - T.I.M., Trey, Thomas (Day Trey)
“Hmmmmm,” moans Trey as he yawns, stretches and kicks off the bedcovers.
Cathy's Creative Corner: 3T - T.I.M., Trey, Thomas (Day T.I.M.)
“Up next,” Timothy shouts as he approaches the basketball court. From down the street, he could tell by all the commotion of loud voices and laughter that the court was packed today.
Brews, Grooves and News with Brooke
Brews, Grooves and News with Brooke Maners. This is your weekly Insider’s Guide to local events!
Cathy's Creative Corner: When the Curtains Blow-Part 2
Must be a little windy out there today, I thought to myself as I approached the kitchen.
Column: Parents save local proms
Kudos to all of these super-hero squads of parents. They saved prom and gave the kids in Davidson County (especially the upperclassmen) who have sacrificed so much for two years, a prom they all deserved. With the love of parents, the generosity of the community, sponsors, venues, DJs and everyone else in the "village" that it took. Thanks to you, COVID-19 did NOT win this one.
Cathy's Creative Corner: When the Curtains Blow
Every Friday, for your reading pleasure, we will publish a short story by Catherine Lyons. Enjoy!
Josh Stein: Don’t fall for fake vaccine cards
More than 3 million North Carolinians are now fully vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus. This is a remarkable step forward in our fight against the pandemic, and soon we can begin safely returning to our lives. But scammers have used the pandemic as an excuse to take advantage of people for the past year, and they’re still at it. The next fight against COVID-19 vaccine scams is stopping the spread and use of false vaccine cards.
Local newspapers and community
With reporters on the beat struggling with limited resources, who’s covering city council meetings and providing follow- ups? School board meetings? County commissioners? Who’s listening to candidates for elective office and the platforms they’re espousing? Where are the watchdogs providing First Amendment accountability?