Beyond Veterans Day

"Seeing our veterans know that they are appreciated and connected to their community in a way that makes them want to give back, really motivates me to do this job." John Gallina, CEO Purple Heart Homes Read More »

Property Matters, Because People Matter

Local contractor, Bryan George, has had North Carolina blood running through him since he was one years old when his dad moved his family to Statesville, North Carolina for his job. Since then, the bond between his heart and North Carolina red clay has only deepened. Read More »

Never a Fee for History

An appreciation of history goes hand in hand with an appreciation of learning. Local historian and educator, Dr. Steve Hill, has always had an affinity for both. Read More »

Seasons May Change, But Memories Last a Lifetime!

With each changing season comes new life, new possibilities, new roots being planted, and new memories being made with every family that visits the Howard Family Farm. Read More »

Locally Owned Franchise Creates Community Opportunities

When Mike was 15 years old he began working for his father as a crew person flipping burgers. Over the course of 20 years, Mike worked his way up through the ranks of the family business, learning each individual position. Mike spent so much time at work, that he even credits meeting his wife, Melissa, at one of their restaurants. Read More »

Setting the Bar for Connect

Little did William (Bill) P. Pope, Partner and President at Pope McMillan, P.A. in Downtown Statesville, NC know that he lit a flame in our Publisher with his vision for a countywide community website that would burn for 7 years. Read More »