Pregnancy and childbirth are remarkable experiences that bring joy and change to a woman’s life. One fascinating aspect of postpartum recovery is how the uterus, the remarkable organ that nurtured your baby, gradually returns to its pre-pregnancy size. During pregnancy, your uterus expands to accommodate your growing baby. It undergoes significant changes to provide a … [Read more...]

Amanda Belair of Woodstock began her career as a solo artist at MadLife Stage and Studios. She won the venue’s Undiscovered Artist Showcase, and her prize was being able to record her first EP there. She continues to perform there frequently. How did you get started as a musician? Growing up, it was always my dream to become a musician. I received my first guitar on my … [Read more...]

New Showroom/Workroom Engages Clients in the Process From Beginning to End Elizabeth Gerdes, CEO and creative director of Stitch Above the Rest, is offering her clients a unique experience when purchasing custom window treatments for their homes. In her new Woodstock workroom/showroom, clients can watch the fabrication process and see their design choices come to life. This … [Read more...]

Woodstock native Tonya Riddick is a staunch advocate for our young people. In spite of headlines and news reports that seem to indicate the contrariness of some children, Tonya said, “Every child I meet inspires me to continue pushing for a better world for them.” Out of her personal belief grew SmileUp!, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization created in 2018 that provides young … [Read more...]

At church dinners, congregation members get to socialize and share a meal, feeding souls twofold. The menu almost always includes vegetables like potatoes and macaroni and cheese — if you don’t count macaroni and cheese as a vegetable, you might not be from the South! ALM reached out to local churches to request delicious recipes from members, and the ladies who responded did … [Read more...]