A Look Back Through a Decade at Mockingbird

Ten years ago, Sundi McLaughlin — a military spouse and former police officer and Key West seashell diver — landed a job working in a shop called Mary Contrary in downtown Southern Pines. She [...]

Check Out Donna Lane Day Spa’s New Location

PSA and PTL: Donna Lane Day Spa has officially returned to its old stomping grounds in downtown Southern Pines. The business opened its doors this week on Bennett Street after a 7-year-long Ross [...]

Guides to Moore County: Weeknight Dinner Specials

Now that school is in session, we can bet you’ll be visiting a drive-thru a lot more often. Here’s a day-by-day guide to your weekday laziness. You’re welcome. Daily Specials [...]

A Dietitian’s Guide to Healthy School Lunches

When it comes to school lunch, FirstHealth Fitness dietitian Ashley Carpenter has established a formula that any parent can follow. And with a little prep, your kids will have things to choose [...]

In the Market? This Duo at Rhodes & Co. Knows How to Navigate it.

With more than 30 years of combined experience, Pat Phillips and Joanne Crum could list your house in their sleep — but they would never do that, because they’d miss the experience of [...]

6 Summer Items Your Basic Friend Literally Needs

We know them, we love them and we’ll admit — sometimes, we act like them, too. If you scroll through social media this summer, you’ll most likely see a few of these items featured on [...]

Behind the Brand: A Q&A with Denker Dry Goods

The building that hoses clothing boutique Denker Dry Goods in Southern Pines has a long history — it was once home to The Strawberry Barn, another ladies clothing store; and the basement used to [...]

The U.S. Senior Women’s Open: Six Players You Should Know

Despite the name, the U.S. Senior Women’s Open is not your grandmother’s game. Meet a handful of the badass players who everyone will be watching when the national tournament begins [...]

Six Questions You Shouldn’t Be Embarrassed to Ask Your Doctor

From anxiety issues to bad breath, bowel movements and a lack of sex drive, your primary care provider has seen it all. But just in case you’re still worried about what your doc may think, [...]

Get Your Adrenaline Going: A Look at Six Active Escapes

Some of us prefer a beach chair and service from a cabana boy. The rest of us just want to hurtle through space while screaming at the top of our lungs — or at least climb tall things. [...]