Dog Walking Basics

Have you noticed all the traffic out there lately? Your dog probably has. One of the few bright spots to come out of the pandemic has been the increased attention heaped upon our pets, many of whom have gained more of their most cherished resource in life—their owners’ time. As a result, many have noticed... Read More

Cover Feature, Health

October 27, 2020

If Anxiety Were a Superpower

If anxiety were a superpower, I would have already solved the world’s problems before they even occurred. I would have already played out the mass contagion that is the coronavirus in my head years before it existed, and proper measures would’ve been in place to eliminate the spread of it. I would end world hunger... Read More

Columns, Health, Mental Health

October 9, 2020

Think Pink: The Importance of Awareness

“You have breast cancer.” It’s a phrase no woman hopes to hear. But it’s something that one in eight women in the United States will hear at some point in their lives. That’s 13 percent of women who will be affected by the disease. According to the American Cancer Society, over 300,000 women will be... Read More

Health, Women's Health

September 2, 2020

Mountain Biking 101 for Kids

Riding a bike may be a rite of passage for most children, the first source of freedom and independence for many. But what about leaving the safe passageways of sidewalks, streets and parking lots and venturing off-road? How young is too young to take up mountain biking? Andy DeVault, a former competitive cyclist, helps train... Read More

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August 11, 2020

7 Ways to Get on the Water at Philpott Lake

Philpott Lake is a natural sanctuary in Southwest Virginia that provides a welcome escape from the everyday workings of modern life. This sprawling lake region offers not only the quiet beauty of time on the water but is surrounded by almost 20,000 acres of pristine wilderness with the Blue Ridge Mountains rising up in the... Read More

Health, Local

July 6, 2020

Biking in MHC

Hit the trails, or the open road, in Martinsville—Henry County. Cycling has become a favorite pastime for many, and numerous trails, varying in difficulty and magnificent views, are awaiting you in MHC. Take a ride on one of our many trails along the Smith River Trail System or visit our award-winning mountain biking complex. There... Read More

Health, Local

April 9, 2020

The Stay-At-Home Handbook

Social distancing is the new norm for the foreseeable future. It disrupts every aspect of our lives. This period presents us with opportunities we normally fly right by as we live our busy, daily lives. Make the most of the time and come out of it in a better place. We’ve compiled a handbook of... Read More

Cover Feature, Health, Mental Health

February 7, 2020

Pediatric Health Talk (Extra): Speech for Success

Reading to your child is so important. A lack of literary exposure in the early years of life can lead children to be less phonologically aware. Phonological awareness is the ability to hear certain sounds and manipulate them. Children manipulate sounds by blending words, segmenting words, rhyming, and counting syllables. Studies have shown a child’s... Read More

Children's Care, Children's Health, Health, Health Talk, Promoted Content, Web Exclusive

February 4, 2020

Pediatric Health Talk: Home Safety and Preparedness

Be aware of household dangers It’s no secret that children are curious by nature. There are many landmines in our homes that present dangers to children. Stairs, electrical outlets, stoves to name a few, but poisoning from household items is a major risk. Prevention Services Director, Amanda Oakes, of Danville-Pittsylvania Community Services says, “We now... Read More

Children's Care, Children's Health, Health, Health Talk, Web Exclusive

January 15, 2020

A beginner’s guide to running

It’s 5 AM, and the alarm is buzzing. Rubbing my eyes and stretching, I roll out of bed and head straight for the coffeepot. The first sip hits my soul. I smile as I slip on my socks and lace up my shoes. I finish my coffee, brush my teeth, grab my phone, and head... Read More

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