Also in this issue, Mac Williams, President of the Alamance Chamber of Commerce walks us through “the Corridor” that has served Alamance County well in the past and will continue to serve the county as we grow into our future. Location, location, location; being in the middle of the Triangle and Triad areas, sets the stage for a strong supporting role to the growth of our neighbors. We have built an infrastructure around that location that supports our lifestyle.
The United Way is an organization based in sharing. Feel and hear your community in the Burlington Park amphitheatre as you “Live it” with the Fabulous Lumpsters, a 19 piece band full of locals, who only perform every few years. Then take a walk for Alzheimer’s, you’ll feel better having supported a cure for this debilitating disease.
Blessed with beautiful land and people, we have the foundation, conviction and the compassion to continue to evolve as a community and Welcome others with pride. We hope you enjoy this issue and that it inspires you to look, be thankful and share our beautiful County.
~Paul Rovegno, Publisher
August 2010
In this issue Angela Kalo tells us about programs offered by the Alamance Partnership for Children, an Alamance Community College icon retires, and Lynne Horne sounds the alarm on the dangers of the newest fad ‘Sexting’.
To round out the issue we highlight the Shag Club and its 25 years of fun, Graham Marine with their commitment to boating and the fishing enthusiast and we add a dose of Art Down Under Art Studio to cultivate your senses.
We are proud of what we do and thankful for each opportunity we have, Alamance magazine is here for you to enjoy. Your support and input is important to us. We are Alamance County’s own magazine and we invite local writers who have an interesting story or the suggestion of a story you would like to read in Alamance magazine to contact either Lisa or me.
Paul Rovegno, Publisher
July 2010
July is Alamance magazine’s business issue. This year we honor Askew-Peterson Monuments, a family business which has been serving the needs of families during times of sorrow by helping to soften the loss of a loved one with a lasting monument.
Another interesting and important read related to business is on networking. Alamance County has many fine groups to help you promote yourself or a business. We’ve all heard how important it is to know the right people. Networking is a way to associate with other people for friendship and strength in numbers. Then Angela Kalo, a regular contributing writer for Alamance magazine, walks us through the benefits of child care for businesses and their employees.
Also featured in this issue are the winners of the recent Haw River Shootout. See and judge some fine photography from Haw River. Maybe you’ll be inspired to take your own photographs of the beauty in Alamance County.
We are proud of America and Alamance County’s contribution to the good life. Happy Independence Day and enjoy your summer.
Paul Rovegno, Publisher
June 2010
Also in this issue, we have part two of Bob Finley’s Tomb Rocks and Buryin’ Boxes, a close up look into our past that is recorded in our local cemeteries. Jenny Schnaak walks us through the community garden at Elon University. Jenny, who has been our editorial assistant for the past year, is moving on. We will miss her as she moves forward in the next stage of her life experience. We wish her the best!
You’ll also find great articles on the upcoming Occaneechi pow-wow, painting as a form of therapy for a woman diagnosed with cancer, and more Alamance history care of South Court Drug store. It is the value of these great local articles that puts Alamance Magazine in the forefront of showcasing the character of our county. We hope you enjoy this issue as much as we enjoyed bringing it to you.
Good things are happening - high up there on the list is a new and exciting family fun place in Mebane that opened in May. Check out ZBOWL… it’s worth the ride. Concept and money come together in Mebane in an upscale, state of the art bowling, eating and entertainment facility. Mebane continues to place itself on the map as an important and vibrant part of Alamance County. Congratulations.
Paul Rovegno, Publisher
Welcome to the May issue of Alamance magazine. I hope you enjoy this month’s issue as much as we enjoyed putting it together for you.
For those of you who need to take a little time away, but either time or money keeps you from taking a true vacation, Christal Graves gives us some great “daycation” ideas that are close to home and easy on the wallet.
May brings about some great events in Alamance County. The yearly Relay for Life event is being held on Friday, May 14. This celebration of life honors survivors of cancer and raises funds for the American Cancer Society. The survivors’ lap will kick off the event which starts at 6:00 p.m.
Also happening this month is the 5th Annual Art on the Vine being held on the weekend of May 15-16 at the Iron Gate Winery in Mebane. The weekend festival will offer some of the finest wine, food and music in the Piedmont region along with some of the most talented artists in the Southeast, who will be offering the best in fine craft and fine art.
Finally, I would like to wish all of the moms out there a very happy Mother’s Day. I also want to recognize those who aren’t moms but have a mother’s heart -- thank you for caring and making a difference in a child’s life.
Lisa Parrott, Editor
April 2010
If that shopping or gardening makes you hungry a hamburger and fries from Skid’s Restaurant might just hit the spot. Then, Dr. A gives us his usual good advice, for those of us with the responsibility of caring for a loved one. Spring also brings us to school proms and the risks of underage drinking. Hug your children and explain how this mistake won’t happen in your family and pray they listen.
As you read Alamance magazine realize that the advertisers make it possible to bring you closer to your community through this publication. The cost of subscribing only pays about one quarter of the costs of producing the magazine. Please be sure to tell them you saw them in Alamance magazine and thank them for their contribution to your reading enjoyment. We love what we do and hope you feel it. Thank you.
Paul Rovegno, Publisher
March 2010
During our conversations, we came to realize our childhood roots, growing up in the same community in New Jersey some 550 miles away from Alamance County, nearly 50 years ago, gave us many memories in common. We sat and shared people, places and history of a very different time and place. Amos Stokes, or Sadat as he is known here in Alamance County, struck me as a man politically engaged and actively leaving a mark on the community…. literally. We both agreed we are happy to be a part of Alamance County now and happy to have come all this way to get to know each other. Enjoy his story.
Also in this issue, we offer a different take on ‘makeovers’. We share the goals and efforts of the New Leaf Society giving a facelift to Alamance County by planting trees and other beautification projects throughout the county. We also bring you an update on Company Shops Market, Alamance County’s first co-op, full-service grocery store. If you’ve ever thought of becoming a runner, check out our article on the Mebane Running Club, a group who runs together and offers support to new runners.
The hope with all makeovers is to come out better for the risk and effort involved. Most important is to participate.
Paul Rovegno, Publisher
February 2010
Alamance magazine has celebrated the character of this county for 33 years. Every month we memorialize some aspect of life here in Alamance County, from a new puppy to a shopping center and lots of people and places in between. Alamance magazine is a part of the history. Started by eight investors and a statement of principle, it has changed ownership three times in almost equal parts now. It has evolved through many changes (history) in order to meet the challenges of the day, not limited to the ownership, frequency, size, and style. Yet the principle has not changed: We are about and for the people here who love and make Alamance County special. Local writers and photographers sharing words and pictures that make you smile. I am thankful for my tenth year at this helm and have come to love Alamance County as I remain excited about the future of sharing your words and pictures.
In this issue we visit the Textile Museum and the Providence Christian Church as well as getting some advice on building your family tree. We get to look into the future of the Children’s Museum in Graham, The Harvalais home and the “best garlic bread” in the world right here at ACC culinary school. Bon Appétit!
Paul Rovegno, Publisher
January 2010
As we end a decade and
begin a new we must hope that the improving economy reaches
us soon. In the past year we have come from the brink of a
major depression, through a recession and into recovery.
Yet the struggle to continue to rebuild our economy still
exists, our faith in our government and our personal net
worth is still very much at hand. This year marks the
beginning, a genesis of sort for many who have been forced
to start over or at least adjust course to thrive and even
survive.
I believe in setting goals and I begin each year with the
resolution to be a better person, in being kind and
understanding of others, and to respect others who make an
effort to improve themselves. As my ex-wives and children
have pointed out over the years, I accept I am less than
perfect; therefore, it is with ease I set the course having
plenty of room in this process. Wish me well, as I wish you
well with your goals.
In this issue we delight in the world of art. We take a
look at some of the different ways to express creativity
through different forms of art, such as photography. Lynne
Horne introduces you to the photographers who take many of
the fantastic photographs we use in the magazine each
month. Brent Burgess sets the stage for our look at the art
of theater, with the help of our very own Gallery Players.
Bob Finley writes on Graham native, Heath Michaels, who is
winning awards and accolades for his new film Yeardley at
many film festivals across the United States.
It is our resolution here at Alamance magazine to continue
to make every effort to bring you interesting, fun, local
stories written by and about the citizens of Alamance
County. We consider it a privilege and a service that we
handle with the respect you deserve. Our commitment to our
readers and our advertisers is to be worth reading. We hope
you enjoy Alamance magazine as much as we enjoy bringing it
to you.
Everyone here at Alamance magazine wishes you a happy,
healthy dose of prosperity in 2010!
Paul Rovegno,
Publisher
December 2009
December brings us to
winter, officially on December 21. The leaves are down and
the trees are bare. There is a definite chill in the air
with the cold nights and cool
Alamance County has so much to offer from Elon to Mebane and everywhere in between. Remember to shop local and support your neighbors here in Alamance County. Try 584 for a great hamburger under $10 or two new Thai restaurants, Annas Thai downtown Burlington and Simply Thai in Elon. For Italian try Pregos, Brixx Pizza and Mellow Mushroom, just to name a few great dining choices while you are out-and-about this holiday season.
Everyone at Alamance Magazine, Angela, Jenny, Lisa, Myra, Sherry and I, would like to wish all our readers, our writers and our advertisers the very best, happy, healthy Christmas. Enjoy!
Paul Rovegno, Publisher
November 2009
In this issue, Griffin McClure puts us in the mood to eat with his Presidential Pastries article, sharing with us the talents of a chef who prepares dishes fit for presidents. We honor our veterans with the Bugles Across America article, by telling how a local man shares his musical talents honoring veterans. Our own Dr. A. has gained more notoriety with the success of his new book Care Enough to Discipline and yet he is still with us at Alamance Magazine.
We hope you enjoy this issue as we are thankful to have worked together to bring this issue to you. Happy Thanksgiving!
Paul Rovegno, Publisher
October 2009
Every month at Alamance magazine is a new challenge to be better. As we strive to improve upon each month it seems our September issue stood out for many of our readers. We received many comments from our readers like great, best, colorful, focused. Lisa Parrott, our editorial director, has risen to the challenge and over the past four months proved she has what is needed for Alamance magazine. She of course had the experience and the wisdom she brought to us from Alamance Woman. I have learned and continue to learn and respect her style and grace both as a professional business person and a human being. I hope she has piqued your interest with her style of writing, the selection of articles and writers these last few months. We can only anticipate all the wonderful future issues to come. Thank you Lisa!
October is our health issue. Healthcare is important to everyone sooner or later. It is a very hot topic right now in politics. The science of medicine and surgery is a wonderful tool and should be available to everyone regardless of their status in life. Everyone seems to agree the current system and its cost is a broken model. The responsible thing is to take corrective action to make it affordable for all businesses and individuals to have. We need to apply compassion and fairness while eliminating abuse. It will be worth it!
Included in this months issue are articles we hope will inform and inspire you. Articles like the documentary on David Rhodes who is a quadriplegic but never let that stop him from achieving his goals; ways to prepare yourself for a flu outbreak, detoxing your body, and the healing powers of pet therapy. We also celebrate the opening of Alamance Regional Medical Centers new Cancer Center in Mebane. We would also like to remind you that October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Please encourage your moms, sisters, aunts, other family and friends to continue to get their yearly mammograms.
Alamance magazine is a community asset; in these tough economic times we are doing our best not to compromise our goals and to continue to serve both our readers and our advertisers. We appreciate your support and comments. Thank you!
Paul Rovegno, Publisher
September 2009
Welcome To Our Home...
Welcome to our September issue of Alamance Magazine. With the very first issue of City County Newspaper October 9, 1976, it has been a goal of this publication to be a welcomed friend who stops in every week. Weekly visits changed many years ago to monthly, and the newspaper look changed to a color magazine, too. Yet, the principle of being welcomed into the homes and hearts of Alamance County residents has not.
This summer we have all taken pleasure in everything that Alamance County has to offer. Whether you were at a cookout, enjoying an afternoon at the park with the family, or watching the late summer sun go down from an evening perch on your front porch, each of us has glanced around at our surroundings and taken in a perfect summer moment.
When you relish in the beauty, the fellowship, and the successes that are part of everyday life in Alamance County, you are enjoying the same mindset we have here at Alamance Magazine. Similarly, the nostalgic memory of that perfect ice cream cone brings joy to young and old. It is that kind of generous scoop with a cherry on top that we try to serve you each month. We enjoy holding your attention with our design and flavor. Get your scoop of Alamance Magazine, Alamance Woman, and alamag OnDemand and enjoy the moment.
Alamance Magazine thanks all those involved in raising breast cancer awareness and the need to find a cure. The article, Hope for a Cure by Lisa Parrott and Ashley Melton, in this months issue, celebrates the efforts by Alamance County residents and businesses. We are blessed to have new technologies and people who are dedicated to the cure.
Paul Rovegno, Publisher
August 2009
August marks the end of summer, and vacations take a back seat to planning the return to the classroom. North Carolina helps with the first weekend of this month being tax free for purchases relating to items of clothing, footwear, and school supplies of $100 or less per item; school instructional materials of $300 or less per item; sports and recreation equipment of $50 or less per item, computers of $3,500 or less per item; and computer supplies of $250 or less per item. For 2009, the dates are Friday, Aug. 7th through Sunday, Aug. 9th.
Teachers in Alamance County will have a new avenue for supplies. ACE has opened a store for teachers only that will allow businesses and individuals to donate items that have use in the classroom. Everything from stationary, pens, pencils to staplers can all be recycled through the teachers and into our schools.
Learning never takes a holiday. Elementary and high school is the foundation for a life of learning. In youth it should excite and train the mind to be open and absorbent. It is this foundation which we build lives. Education is a tool that, when developed, has the ability to equalize and elevate, and when used properly becomes the fuel
that powers to success. Cultivate it in youth and cherish the benefits as long as you never stop learning. At 60, I now know how much I don't know. Opportunity knocks. Enjoy this months Alamance magazine.
~Paul Rovegno, Publisher
