The crisp winter air drifting through Surry County carries familiar scents that feel like memory itself. There is woodsmoke rising from chimneys, the sweetness of holiday baking, and the quiet hum of families preparing for a season filled with gratitude and gathering. From the glowing windows along Main Street in Mount Airy to the peaceful hillsides outside Elkin and Dobson, … [Read more...] about A Surry County Christmas
December 2025
Between Rounds with Kevin Pyles
Beat Holiday Stress: Thrive This Season The holidays sparkle with promise. Twinkling lights, family gatherings, and festive cheer fill the calendar. Yet for many people they also bring an unexpected wave of stress. A recent American Psychological Association survey found that more than forty percent of adults feel heightened stress during the holiday season. Financial … [Read more...] about Between Rounds with Kevin Pyles
Blake’s Take
Dear Lost Without Him, Thank you for writing and for sharing something so personal and heartfelt. It is incredibly inspiring to hear of a marriage that has stood firm for nearly sixty years. In a world where difficulties often overshadow moments of peace, your loyalty and commitment shine. Society has grown quick to abandon things when they become difficult, and sadly … [Read more...] about Blake’s Take
By Gosh By Josh
By gosh did you know that the earliest settlers of Surry County, North Carolina laid foundations that would shape the region’s culture, economy, and identity for generations to come? Though often overlooked in early American history, the story of Surry County’s beginnings is one of frontier resilience, migration, and community building in the Carolina backcountry. Located … [Read more...] about By Gosh By Josh
Fitness Rage with Kage
Holiday tables overflow with casseroles, cookies, and special once a year treats. It is a joyful time, but it can also make it easy to overindulge. Studies show that many adults gain one or two pounds between Thanksgiving and the New Year and most never lose it. It is rarely one big meal that causes the issue. Instead, it is the steady creep of small daily indulgences that add … [Read more...] about Fitness Rage with Kage
