We can all agree that this has been one whacky spring! Many of our creature comforts have been lost, forcing us to adjust to our ‘new normal.’ One out
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As my beautiful partner in crime has written about strawberries and how wonderful they taste this time of year, I have followed with some delicious st
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Unable to dine in at Catfish Charlie’s with COVID-19 restrictions still in place, we missed the lovely view the river setting offers, but we were stil
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With the onset of Covid 19, life has certainly changed in the restaurant industry. Since dining in is no longer an option, restaurants, especially the
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Judging by appearance only, one could conclude that Fat Tuesdays is just another neighborhood bar. Well, it is that. Lighted beer signs hang on the wa
Read MoreApril 22 marks the 50th anniversary of Earth Day. When we were growing up, water and air pollution was emphasized – initiatives (laws, rules, and regu
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Wine and spirit tastings are very popular in our area, not only at the tasting rooms of the many wineries, distilleries, and breweries, but with the m
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For the last 12 years, a “little” event has been held at the end of March in Galena: The Wine Lovers Weekend. In its 13th year, The Wine Lover’s Weeke
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“Every time I come here, I feel like I’m somewhere on vacation,” said one of Charlotte’s fans. The feeling of being on vacation might come from the u
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Since February is The American Heart Association’s Heart Health Month, we will share both small and large steps to help your ticker keep on ticking. T
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