American supermarkets are like museums, shelves laden with products and packaging designed by marketing professionals to entice customers. Yet some shoppers dread grocery shopping. Others, like me, love it. As a longtime food writer I recognize the tricks... See more
NC Zoo: Unearth the World of Animals The North Carolina Zoo and Sandhill Regional Library System will present some amazing animal friends up-close and personal this summer. There are four chances to catch this exciting program at libraries in Moore County... See more
Since fire happened before the written word, nobody knows when Wilma Flintstone began searing Fred’s catch over dry branches. Only this is for sure: Fire made the possum taste better. And the aroma … divine. That appreciation survives. The methods? Would ... See more
Residential downsizing for senior couples can be a challenge. Cherished possessions may be dispersed, gardens and neighbors left behind. Creating a rewarding life with curated furnishings, new fabrics and colors requires time, expertise, motivation and en... See more
