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Trilogy at Rio Vista: City Close, Country Quiet
For hundreds of years the settlers in the United States have had an incredible draw to the west coast. At first it was the gold, then it was the sunshine, and now more people continue to dream of the breathtaking west coast and all it has to offer. Trilogy at Rio Vista is located in…
Read MoreA Little Bit of Naples, Florida
As early as the late 1800s, magazine and newspaper stories were already boasting about the mild climate and abundant fish and game in an area of Florida thought similar to the sunny peninsula of Naples, Italy. So, it was only appropriate to name this Florida city Naples, as well. Naples, FL, quickly made a name…
Read MoreRecognizing and Handling Tree Hazards
Dr. Leonard Perry, Extension Professor University of Vermont Trees are essential to life, providing significant aesthetic, environmental, and ecological benefits. Yet trees can fall or shed branches, potentially injuring property or even people. If you have trees in a landscape, or simply walk or work in public spaces with trees, it’s important to be on…
Read MorePreparing For the Holidays
I am a twenty-year old college student who very much loves my school in Wilmington, North Carolina. I have friends who make me laugh, roommates who are kind, classes I (mostly) do not dread, and a dishwasher that actually works. That said, I never miss my family more than I do when the first wave…
Read MoreTurkey: Deep Fried or Roasted?
Last year the battle was between two different holiday meats: turkey and ham. Both had their pros and cons, and if your family is like mine, both kinds show up at all the holiday gatherings regardless. This year we’re keeping it to turkey, but debating whether deep fried is better than roasted—or the other way…
Read MoreKingsmill on the James: An Historical Hidden Virginia Paradise
Kingsmill on the James is an historical hidden paradise in Virginia, just a few miles from the original colony of Williamsburg. This private Virginia gated community is built and designed to be the perfect place for those looking for the perfect combination of entertainment and relaxation. Within the 2,900-acre community are vast amounts of outdoor…
Read MoreLogan Homes: Building Luxury
D. Logan, President and owner of Logan Homes, has been in the business of building strongly desirable homes for nearly thirty years. Starting out as a young carpenter’s apprentice, Mr. Logan learned his way from the ground up as he started building all types of luxury homes, and later, communities in New Hanover, Brunswick, and Pender Counties. His company, Logan Homes, is known for having the largest satisfaction rating in all of North Carolina, and there is obviously a reason for this large percentage of satisfied customers.
Read MoreHealthy Holiday Eating Tips
We all know that time is coming: the holidays, which means lots of food! But how can you make sure your turkey is the only thing that’s stuffed this holiday season? There are some guidelines you can follow to help you make healthy food choices and limit tempting, high calorie foods throughout the season. When…
Read MoreThis Retirement Dream Job Rocks!
by Jim Hughes The way Mike Haase sees it, you’re never too old to rock-and-roll. He’s living proof. He might be over sixty and ten years into a debilitating fight with Parkinson’s, but put him up on stage with a guitar in his hand and a dancing throng in front of him and suddenly the…
Read MoreFall Care of Roses
Dr. Leonard Perry, Extension Professor University of Vermont Do you have some roses that you would like to have survive the upcoming winter, if at all possible, and particularly if new plantings? Or, are you one of those who had roses going into last winter, only to have many die while those of your neighbor…
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