While their menus may be very different, Hot Diggity Dogs and Dorky’s BBQ actually have a lot in common. Both restaurants’ owners pride themselves on quality and customer service, and both owners saw gaps in their community, jumping at the chance to fill them with their own delicious flavors.
It’s Christmas Eve as my adult children and I put on old clothes, nothing formal, just embracing the season of giving to head down to the Lawrence County Animal Shelter for the annual dog walk-a-thon. Not the usual holiday ritual, but certainly one that makes you feel warm inside.
While there is a plethora of choices for physical therapy and chiropractic care, there is only one local office that provides both services. For nearly three years, Bodyworx Physical Therapy & Chiropractic Wellness Center has successfully offered this combination to their patients.“Generally, these two fields don’t get along,” said Dr. Brad Profitt, co-owner with partners Neil Evans and Jeremy Stephenson.
Dr. Mary Catherine Georgas Flath has spent her life answering a calling to teach, guide and encourage others. It’s a quest that has taken her from northwest Indiana to South Carolina and, finally, to Ashland, where she has shaped generations of community college students.
No holiday season in Ashland is complete without a visit to the historical Paramount Arts Center. From the Winchester Avenue exterior to inside the majestic building, the venue overflows with the décor and ambiance of a true winter wonderland. “It is a magical place at the holidays. Many of our visitors are from out of town and come back each year with their family,” explained Rick Payne, artistic director for the Paramount Players, the local community theater group that has made its home in the grand old theater
For more than 54 years, Hillcrest-Bruce Mission in Ashland, Kentucky, has been helping people who want to help themselves through intensive care management combined with intensive amounts of love, support and encouragement. “It’s loving our neighbor by alleviating the suffering that’s caused by poverty,” said Mike Maynard, the mission’s executive director. “Everything we do is focused in the philosophy of how we can help you help yourself and become more self-sufficient.”
While some people prefer vacation to be about relaxing, others prefer a little more action. Mason Quinn, 22, recently found the adventure of a lifetime with five of his friends, Curtis
As the volunteer team prepares for year thirteen of Gallipolis in Lights, staged in Gallipolis City Park, the reviews are as glowing as the lights themselves.
The Pumpkin House in Kenova, West Virginia, has been a must-see attraction for years. While it literally takes a village to bring it to life, one man is responsible for its creation and production. Ric Griffith is the former town mayor, a former state delegate, a retired pharmacist and a local business owner. But many just know him as the Pumpkin House guy.
When Kenny Imel bought a slide at a school auction, his wife wasn’t sure what to think. But
Travel any city across America and you’re likely to notice charming touches like hanging floral baskets or planter boxes. Seeing this type of aesthetic is beautiful and a sure sign there is an active garden club or organization behind the scenes.
Learning to deer hunt is an essential skill every child should learn. But when hunting is taught by someone who loves you fiercely, it surpasses skill and becomes a bond lasting a lifetime and spanning generations.
When you think of Scotland, many things come to mind. You might picture the stunning scenery that includes towering mountains, beaches, lochs, islands, and sheep roaming the countryside putting a temporary halt on local traffic. Or, you might think of rich coffee, pastries, a plate of fish and chips, and luscious strawberries––all of which are staples in Scotland!
When a business trip opens the door to a bucket list destination, there’s no better catalyst to pack the bags and set out on an unexpected adventure. My first concern is always safety and it’s no joke; South Africa is dangerous and has a corrupt government, something every local will remind you of from first-hand accounts. These are always concerns when traveling abroad, and in this case, reason to enlist a native travel agent who had every day expertly planned in less than six weeks.
The 1920s, with its jazz bands, flappers, bootleggers and marathon dances, was also a time of economic prosperity across the country, including in the Ashland area. Many steel, brick, shoe and apparel companies were thriving in the region, and a horse racetrack in nearby Raceland and Camden Park just upriver in West Virginia provided entertainment. Streets were either paved or bricked during the “roaring” decade, and the population of Ashland nearly doubled.
Ever wanted to get away to somewhere new but not sure where? How do you decide? Thow a dart at a map and see where it lands? Go to the airport and buy a ticket on the next departing flight? Those are possible methods, sure, but if you’re a little more discriminating, and also on a budget, a better way might be to research the most economical flights during your upcoming travel window.
The first thing you notice when you walk into Pappy’s Cookin’ in Flatwoods, Kentucky, is the tremendous warmth you feel. But that warmth doesn’t just come from the kitchen. It radiates from every inch of the place — from the friendly welcome to the generous portions of comfort food on the plates.
Many of us grow up having a hero. For Cheryl Spriggs, it started with one and has grown to include thousands. Her father served in the army during World War II. She grew up hearing his stories of the sacrifice and bravery of those with whom he served.
In the heart of Ashland, there exists a magazine that has strengthened this community
Area locals Ramon and Kendall Ymalay have woven a tapestry of life together that spans continents, challenges, and profound moments of growth. Their journey began in college circa 1999, a meeting that set the stage for a future marriage that would be
The first time Noah Fisher set foot on a stage, he knew he was made for performing. And even though the seventh grader from Flatwoods is only 12, he is sure he’s found a career for life. “It’s so thrilling to have all these people come to see you,” Fisher said. “And it’s fun.”
Daniel Smith has fond memories of hiking on his grandparents’ farm and discovering the abundance of nature right before his eyes. He took a particular liking to those small umbrella-shaped growths he spied on the ground.
While the long-term future of brick-and-mortar stores remains to be seen, e-commerce stores like locally owned Mountain Moverz are prime examples of how you can own and operate a business from anywhere.
Part arcade, part unique eating establishment– that’s the newest (and oddest) addition to the historic Boneyfiddle neighborhood in downtown Portsmouth.
