A Slice of Smithfield

Changing Course

Story by Phyllis Speidell Photos by John H. Sheally II Living aboard a yacht, cruising as your whim suggests, may seem a farfetched dream — ... Read more

2 weeks ago by Staff Reports.

Community garden plans take root

Ariane Williams has seen the unifying power of community gardens before. For the past several months, the Carrollton resident has been working with a group ... Read more

2 weeks ago by Stephen Faleski.

A not-so-secret garden

Story by Phyllis Speidell Photos by John H. Sheally II Walking through the lush, wandering gardens overlooking Batten Bay brings to mind a line of ... Read more

3 months ago by Staff Reports.

‘I like to go places’

Jose Hernandez has traveled the world Being a wildlife photographer isn’t without its risks. Jose Hernandez recalls positioning himself to photograph a group of bears ... Read more

3 months ago by Stephen Faleski.

Local author writes new book on N.C. tribes

When it comes to anthropological research on the Indians of Southeast Virginia, perhaps no name is more recognizable than Dr. Helen Rountree. Her more than ... Read more

3 months ago by Tracy Agnew.

From classroom to grill

Chefs at Turner & 10 recently put their skills to the test in creating fresh, tasty meals while trying to beat the clock. A recent ... Read more

7 months ago by Nate Delesline III.

Battery Park’s award-winning author

On a cold winter’s day in 1896 near White Sands, N.M., Albert Fountain — a statesman in the then-U.S. territory’s legislature — and his 8-year-old ... Read more

7 months ago by Stephen Faleski.

The nose knows

Story by Phyllis Speidell Photos by John H. Sheally II As the news chronicles riots, drug busts, bomb threats, terrorist attacks and school incidents, specially ... Read more

7 months ago by Staff Reports.

Local favorites for your holiday desserts

Story by Loukia Borrell Photographs by Loukia Borrell and submitted The holidays are synonymous with baking, so whether you are a seasoned pro or an ... Read more

11 months ago by Staff Reports.

The man in stripes

Story by Phyllis Speidell Photos by John H. Sheally II Basketball fans watching a game generally focus on the ball, the players and the coaches ... Read more