Swedish Candy by the Scoop From Honeysuckle Candy

Swede Dreams Are Made of This Did you know most Swedish candy is made without artificial dyes and sweeteners? Annie Glashan and Chris Trimble did, and that was a big reason they created [...]

Six Pawsome Local Dogfluencers

Can I Pet That Dog? In case your al-grrr-ithmn needs a reset, we’ve compiled a list of local dogfluencers (circa 2026) that will keep your feed wholesome and heart happy.

It’s About Jam Time: Miss Kelly’s Jellies Opens Brick and Mortar

For She’s a Jelly Good Fellow Staying busy is Kelly Patterson’s jam, which is how her hobby has escalated into a full blown business over the last 12 years. She opened her first [...]

Southern Pines Could Be Getting a B&B

Mind Your Manors The Skyline Manor, a historic guest home in Southern Pines, is on its way back to its former glory. It’s located near the Hyland Golf Club and the manor is roughly [...]

Discover What’s Buzzing At The Jive Hive in Carthage

The Hive is Buzzing The Jive Hive is buzzing once again. Owners Jon and Franie Rachels have been creating this grassroots eclectic oasis in Carthage for over 15 years. What started as a way [...]

Red’s Corner and The Paddock Just Became More Seamless

They’ve Got Options Red’s Corner just received a new license for alcohol sales from the state that ensures the business can continue to draw in patrons when the weather is too [...]

Scarf Down This Trend: Styling with Bandanas and Scarves

Great Ascot! Bandanas and fashion scarves are covering some serious ground this season so we talked to a few local boutique owners to get their takes: Marie & Marcele Boutique: Owner Crystal [...]

Now You Can Shop Head to Toe at Courtney’s Shoes

Courtney Shoes is changing things up, literally. The shoe store formerly sold clothing from Cooper & Bailey’s Boutique, which has since closed. But owners Courtney Kilpatrick and Courtney [...]

Behold! A Coin Store in the Year 2026

More Than Common Cents By: John Ross Amigh || Intern While everybody is busy tracking their latest meme crypto coin, Venmo payment or online transfer, Coins of the Pines in Carthage is all [...]

Passing the Bump: A New Owner for Bump & Baby

Passing the Bump After 11 years, Bump & Baby owner, Katrin Franklin, is passing the torch. New owner Alissa Jones is a mother of four and longtime supporter of the shop who also owns [...]

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