How one man’s survival story demonstrates the importance of awareness and time when having a stroke
Jami Mclaughlin | Photography By Tony Wooten
Fayetteville Orthopedic Care: When bones break, healing is around the corner
After a lifetime of riding horses and no broken bones, Carol Ann Tally can now say she’s had her fair share of emergency room visits — with her children. “The joke is that when the …
Self-care helps you love yourself: So, sit down, relax, and pamper yourself in this month of (self-)love
In the hustle and bustle of life, it’s easy to forget yourself. And in the month of Valentine’s Day when couples in love are buying each other chocolates and roses, it can seem …
Dressing the part: Celebrate Lafayette’s style
Call it a happy coincidence when military wife and historical costume expert Rebecca Russell stumbled across Fayetteville’s Lafayette Society last summer and discovered that the group was full swing into planning for a bicentennial celebration of the Marquis de Lafayette’s farewell tour.
All decked out: In an increasingly sheltered world, families find relaxation and camaraderie firing up the grill and enjoying the great outdoors in backyard spaces designed for coming together.
Chris and Deanna Poulk purchased 23 acres in Stedman a few years ago to custom-build their forever home. Married in 2007, the Poulks have 12-year-old twins, Sailor and Landon, and have lived in Stedman most of their married life.
Picture perfect: Inspired by her grandfather to follow her dreams, Holly Hulse is making her mark in the world of fashion photography.
Inspired by her grandfather to follow her dreams, Holly Hulse is making her mark in the world of fashion photography. Moving to Germany and turning 40 sparked a dream for Holly Hulse. And in six short years, she made that dream come true by following her passion for fashion photography.
Fashioning her future
A first-grader at Cornerstone Christian Academy who loves math and recess, Taelynn is expanding her brand — Tailor Made by Tae — and will be going international with her first appearance at Paris Fashion Week to model in 2023. Taelynn started her journey at only 6 months old when her grandmother, Lutricia Bradley, entered her in a Sunburst International Pageant. She won local, state and national titles, giving her a start in modeling.
Chill out at Smith Lake Beach
Fort Bragg’s Smith Lake Beach has a swimming area and water activities — including paddleboarding and pedal boats — for military families and their guests. The 67-acre, man-made lake features a full beach, an inflatable in-water obstacle course, kayaking, stand-up paddleboards and pedal boats.
At the heart of it all
Imagine living just steps away from some of the best action in Fayetteville including baseball, outdoor concerts and festivals. Now, think about walking outside your front door to grab lunch or …

