It’s that time of year again! The Rowan County Fair will be in town from Sept.17 through Sept.22nd. So grab the kids or come alone to enjoy a night of rides, games, animals and food. The Rowan County Fair is held at the Julian Road fairgrounds and is located on Julian Rd. in Salisbury, NC … Read more

Product Review: CocoaVia Chocolate Bars

Karla News

There is no doubt that chocolate, dark chocolate in particular, gives us a boost and provides other health benefits. The premise behind dark chocolate as ‘healthy’ is the benefit of a high level of antioxidants and flavanoids. The CocoaVia brand recently launched by Mars, Inc. offers a slew of these benefits by incorporating specific ingredients … Read more

Benefits of Chocolate, Flavanoids

Homeschooling and Educational Neglect

Karla News

The Home School Legal Defense Association (HSLDA) would have you think that at any moment a police officer and child services worker could descend on your doorstep and demand to see your children as you have been accused of educational neglect. Sure, it could happen, but the chances of being charged of educational neglect are … Read more

HSLDA, Nosy Neighbors

Shopping & Fashion

A Guide to Printing Your Own Wedding Invitations

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With so many ways to charge your credit card as you plan your marriage ceremony, invitations shouldn’t be one of them. Ordering simple invitations with small photos or a minor bow here and some color there can be more than you’ve budgeted. $150.00 for only 50? And envelopes are not included? That won’t even cover … Read more

Movies

Best Michael Cera Movie Performances

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Michael Cera is a Canadian actor who’s gotten popular after portraying George-Michael Bluth on the short-lived “Arrested Development.” He’s acted mostly in movies since then and has made quite the name for himself. The following movies are the best five movies that Michael Cera has been in. 5. “Nick and Norah’s Infinite Playlist” Nick is … Read more