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Piedmont Decks creates outdoor spaces worth exploring Article by Kari Smith | Photography by JDB Films Productions Perhaps unsurprisingly, decks remain one of the top value-enhancing improvements you can make to your property. In fact, the 2025 Cost vs. Value Report by the Journal of Light Construction found that decks can deliver a 95% return on investment. Beyond the numbers, though, decks and outdoor spaces can serve as a natural extension of our living areas. One local man is helping...

Finance + Legal Services

Beyond the Courtroom

A Greensboro defense attorney finds purpose in both advocacy and exploration Article by Kari Smith | Photography by Autumn Hollifield; Christon Halkiotis For many, law is a profession. For one Greensboro attorney, it’s also a calling shaped by service, perspective, and a willingness to explore — both inside and outside the courtroom. Originally from Chapel Hill, Christon Halkiotis arrived in Greensboro in the mid-2000s to begin what would become a 15-year tenure as an Assistant District...

Travel

Exploring the World, One Step at a Time

Linda Carnell is helping people everywhere explore more freely through her mobile walking tour app Article by Kari Smith | Photography by Linda Carnell; Annabelle Hartwich Photography For Linda Carnell, exploration isn’t just a pastime; it’s a way of life. She’s traveled the world and lived in various cities across the country, now calling Winston-Salem home. Her journey has been shaped by curiosity, creativity, and a desire to understand the world more deeply. That spirit of discovery is...

Travel

Travel Notes

Tips and reflections on what makes exploration meaningful Article by Kari Smith | Photography by City on a Hill Photography Local realtor Kaye Brinkley has moved across the country and has traveled the globe. Here, she shares perspective (and photos) from years of exploration. What's always in your carry-on? Lip balm, iPad, chargers for everything, and snacks. Window or aisle seat? Window seat, always. Watching a new destination come into view never loses its magic for me. One travel...

Life + Culture

Side By Side

This father-and-son team in Greensboro brings a personal touch to retirement and financial planning. Article by Kari Smith | Photography by Autumn Hollifield When it comes to navigating your finances or planning for retirement, working with knowledgeable, trustworthy professionals is essential. Alpha Omega Financial offers that — and more. Managing Partner and Retirement Specialist Scott Graham and his team bring a personal, family-centered approach to helping clients reach their goals. With...

Life + Culture

Beyond the Ballfield

Business owner, coach, and father Andrew Kearns is making an impact across the Triad Article by Kari Smith It’s a sunny day in North Carolina during baseball season. The sky is blue, filled with the distinctive ping of bats and cheers from the stands. In the middle of it all is Andrew Kearns, coaching his 13-year-old son Flynn’s team — something he’s done since the early days of T-ball. Off the field, Andrew is the owner of Surface Specialists of the Triad. The company focuses on repairs and...

Life + Culture

The Gentlemen of Greensboro Hockey

A Q&A with two players from the Greensboro Gargoyles’ inaugural roster. Article by Kari Smith | Photography by Autumn Hollifield With the first season of the Greensboro Gargoyles now complete, two players reflect on their favorite parts of life in Greensboro. Demetrios Koumontzis Jersey number: 24 Position: Forward Hometown: Scottsdale, Arizona Favorite way to spend a day off in Greensboro? Golfing the countless courses nearby. Favorite restaurant you’ve discovered since moving...

Life + Culture

Where Good Hair Meets Good Energy

Beauty, confidence, and the power of showing up as yourself Article by Kari Smith | Photography by Autumn Hollifield Beauty isn’t just about appearance. It’s about energy, intention, and transformation. Locally, NeAva Davis has created a space where women can show up exactly as they are and leave feeling more like themselves than ever before. NeAva was raised in Maryland and lived in various cities across the U.S. before settling in the Triad. Her path is one of resilience and reinvention...

Life + Culture

Stronger Together

Realtors Kaye Brinkley and Emma Skelton blend strategy, support, and shared success to guide clients through life’s biggest moves Article by Kari Smith | Photography by Autumn Hollifield In a business that can feel fast-paced and transactional, Kaye Brinkley and Emma Skelton, realtor/brokers with Carolina Home Partners by EXP, bring a personal touch to real estate. Emma came to the Triad in 2013 after a career in fitness, raising her family while navigating several moves of her own. Kaye’s...

Style + Beauty

Jewelry Meant to Be Lived In

PRESSIE brings thoughtful design and everyday durability to a growing community of loyal customers Article by Kari Smith | Photography by Autumn Hollifield For Jenny Stilley, entrepreneurship has always been less about following a plan and more about following instinct. Jenny built her career with a natural blend of business acumen and creativity—first in the insurance world, then in fashion as the founder of BohoBlu boutiques, and now with an exceptional jewelry line.  PRESSIE was born from...