Katie Foster
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The New Store helps to elevate confidence one child at a time
Editor’s Note This story was donated to Richland County Children’s Auxiliary by Newsroom Partner, Jeff Monica (McDonald’s). Learn more about becoming a Newsroom Partner here. The New Store has raised children’s spirits in Richland County for 15 years by providing unique and fashionable clothing for back-to-school. Beginning on Diamond St. as The Store, the organization […]
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Dresses from angels: Longtime friends come together to sew dresses for those in need
Editor’s Note No matter the stage of life, you deserve the opportunity to thrive. This article series is presented by Brethren Care Village, a retirement community in Ashland. If you could make a difference in the world, how would you do it? The answer was easy for Marianne Gates. Marianne Gates is a resident at […]
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An event you do not want to miss: Sip n’ Shop at The Hub at Village Square
Editor’s Note This story is sponsored by The Hub at Village Square. The Hub at Village Square is excited to host their first summer Sip n’ Shop event on June 24 and 25. The wedding venue and event center will be turned into a large market for the weekend filled with local vendors, food, live […]
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Area 10 Workforce Development programs act as stepping stones to local career paths and opportunities
Editor’s Note Editor’s Note: This story is sponsored by Area 10 Workforce Development Board. Seeking higher education past a high school diploma can be time consuming, expensive and flustering. With the Area 10 Workforce Development programs, it does not have to be. NC State and OSU Mansfield offer degrees, certificates and trainings to help those […]
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Bridging the gap: Catalyst Life Services helps local youth achieve career goals
Editor’s Note This story is sponsored by Catalyst Life Services. As a young adult, it can be hard to figure out the next steps to take to achieve personal goals, especially when certain obstacles are in the way. When taking that next step, Catalyst Life Services provides assistance to individuals ages 14-24 with barriers to […]
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Seasonal allergies: How Nationwide Children’s hospital can help
Editor’s Note This story is brought to you by Nationwide Children’s Hospital. The spring and summer months bring April showers and May flowers, but they also bring seasonal allergies. Severe allergies can lead to infections and inflammation in the sinuses if not treated, especially in children. “A lot of allergy symptoms become worse and flare […]
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NC State mechanical engineering and manufacturing program on the rise
Editor’s Note This story is sponsored by North Central State College. A one-of-a-kind, local program is continuing to help mold a bright new future in manufacturing, training and education. The Bachelor of Applied Science in Mechanical Engineering Technology (BASMET) program at North Central State College (NC State) will be graduating 19 students in May, more […]
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AU adds more flexible adult learner programs for students who are interested in leadership
Editor’s Note This story is sponsored by Ashland University. Ashland University has recently added two new programs that are more flexible for students to help them pursue their next steps in a leadership or organizational-focused role. Adjusted for the college’s adult learners, the organizational leadership and organizational training and development programs were launched in 2021 […]
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Dyslexia: Get ahead so you will never be behind
When Claire Mudra was in second grade, teachers began to realize there was something different about her. She was a very bright girl, but her reading and writing skills did not seem to develop as quickly as her classmates. Upon seeing her pediatrician and running some tests, Claire was diagnosed with dyslexia. “We had an […]