If you have a busy lifestyle and most of us do, you probably know the value of a rotisserie chicken. A rotisserie chicken gives you the home cooked vibes, without the home cooking! They are generally budget friendly ad super filling.
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Mike Parker: This Karate Madness focuses on competitive martial arts
For more than 20 years, the Little Union Academy of Martial Arts has brought a different type of March Madness to Kinston. From 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. on Saturday, March 16, Little Union will host the 19th Annual Karate Madness Open Championship Tournament in the Kinston High School gym here in Kinston.
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Winter Salads You Will Love
It might be winter and there might not be as wide of a variety of fresh local vegetables, but don’t let that stop you from eating delicious salads made with fresh ingredients available during this season. Hope you will enjoy these tasty healthy options for winter salads!
Mike Parker: ‘Alpha-gal’ Syndrome a serious source of discomfort
Sometimes, I receive an email introducing me to an area of knowledge I did not know existed. One reader sent me information about “Alpha-gal” Syndrome (AGS). Of course, I am familiar with the term “Alpha Male,” so when I first started reading, I thought “Alpha-gal” was the female version of the “Alpha Male” term.
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Seafood Comfort Foods for the Winter Months
Seafood may not be the first food you think of when you are craving comfort food, especially during the winter months. Foods that are creamy and warm are craved when the temperature drops. Creamy foods have a calming effect because they trigger the release of serotonin, a natural hormone that makes you feel happy and full.
Mike Parker: Fields of Honor Foundation seeking a photo of Lenoir County WWII soldier
Many of you may remember the PBS special titled “Thank You, Eddie Hart.” The special recounted the story of how a Dutch family adopted the grave of Pfc. Eddie Hart, who died in battle during World War II. His niece lives right here in Lenoir County. Her name is Debbie Hollomon.
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Yes, veggies do contain proteins
Eating your vegetables can actually help you build muscle. While best known for their vitamins, fiber, antioxidants and minerals, every gram of protein counts. It is always good to mix and match higher protein vegetables with other great sources of protein such as eggs, fish, seeds, nuts or poultry.
Mike Parker: Early voting begins for the March 5 primary
Most of you who know me well have heard me use this mantra: “If you don’t vote – don’t complain.” Since I became eligible to vote, I have missed casting my vote in only one election. Actually, I went to vote. However, since I had changed my address without changing it at the board of elections, I was not eligible to vote.
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: February is National Heart Healthy Month
Heart disease is a leading cause of death in the United States for both men and women. Our Eastern North Carolina area is known as the “buckle” of the belt of the highest rate of heart disease in the US. Given that designation gives us even more reason to learn how you can prevent heart disease.
Raney Rogers: Arts and Cultural Districts
Kinston is steadily becoming an Arts and Cultural District for tourists and locals as well. Don’t think so? Have some doubts? In my opinion not only is it happening, it will continue to happen and indeed become a “destination for the arts” kind of culture
Mike Parker: 14th Freedom Classic scheduled for Feb. 23-25
Historic Grainger Stadium will yet again host one of the fiercest battles of this year’s baseball season as teams from the United States Naval Academy and the United States Air Force Academy face each other in a three-game competition for bragging rights. This year marks the 14th Freedom Classic baseball competition involving U.S. service academies.
Justin Tilghman: Path to Purpose – Part 3 – Building Confidence
As we continue our six-month series, "Path to Purpose," I'm excited to walk you through building confidence in yourself and the steps you’re taking. Building confidence is important as you begin to implement the different steps on this journey.
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Super Bowl Season Snacks
It’s Super Bowl Season, did you know that the Super Bowl and Thanksgiving vie for spot number one and two in favorite food seasons of the year? Yes, while all of you football fans are glued to the TV, the rest of the gang is busy sampling the yummy treats on the food table!!
Mike Parker: To honor King’s memory, work for education and justice
The Protestant reformer John Calvin once lamented, “If they had only looked into my books.” Calvin came to know the pain of being a symbol. The reality of what he thought and taught was buried beneath interpretations imposed on him by others.
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Happy Valentine’s Day! Enjoy the Chocolate!
Yes, your dreams have come true…research reveals that chocolate CAN be part of a Healthy diet! Studies show that eating chocolate, primarily dark chocolate, may contribute to improved cardiovascular health. Packed with natural antioxidants, dark chocolate and cocoa sit in the same good-for-you category as green tea and blueberries. I SAY HURRAY!!
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Get Your Superpower Like Popeye, Eat Your Spinach
Interesting Fact, when Popeye the Sailor Man cartoons touted spinach as giving him a superpower to save Olive Oyl from danger, American spinach consumption increased by over a third.
Kristy Kelly: Why Can't You See the Kinston I See?
As I reflect on how I came to Kinston, it strikes me how perceptions determine the narrative of any town. Unfortunately for Kinston, the folks with the worst perceptions have the loudest voices. I’ve found a home in this quirky little community. If I’m being honest, I’m a little tired of people speaking so poorly about the place I call home.
Mike Parker: Library 'Friends' need and deserve your support
The Friends of the Kinston-Lenoir County Public Library is still in the process of recruiting new and renewing former library supporters. Our local Friends group is a collection of unsung heroes who work in the background to provide funds for programs that would not be available otherwise.
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Fight winter colds with these immune system foods and recipes
Sadly it’s the time of year again when germs are running rapid, fight back the threat of flu and other infectious disease by boosting your immune system. Keeping your immune system strong is one of the best ways to prevent winter colds and flu. Plan your meals to include these 15 powerful immune boosting foods!
Mike Parker: Coping with friends passing on
One of the hardest things about getting to be my age is coping with the death of people who are dear to me. Since March 31, 2023, three friends I worked with and valued have left this life and moved into eternity. On March 31, David Mooring passed away. On October 30, Gary Hines went to be with the Lord.