After Autumn's first doctor's appointment, she returned the following morning to the same medical complex for a head scan to determine if cancer cells had spread to the brain or head area. Much-needed relief came when her doctor's office said the scan came back clear. I'm learning to appreciate good news. RELATED: Autumn’s Cancer Journey [...]
If you are in a last-minute frenzy to find the best southern July 4 celebrations in 2025, then look no further. The South is filled with tons of patriotic parties that will make enjoying our nation's birthday a red, white, and blue blast. Eclectic, Alabama - July 4th Concert and Fireworks A wonderful music performance [...]
Kevin Elliott fell in love with Panama City, Florida, in the late 1980s as a 13-year-old military transplant. Today, not only does this entrepreneur host one of the Emerald Coast's most successful film festivals, but he's also an ardent supporter and the city's "unofficial ambassador." https://traffic.libsyn.com/southernamericana/Kevin_Elliottt.mp3 I met Kevin this summer at a party [...]
Enjoying a fine cigar remains a pleasure that I truly love. Over the past two decades, many states implemented laws prohibiting smoking in restaurants and bars. With tightening smoking restrictions, finding a suitable spot to smoke a quality cigar can be challenging. Here are the best cigar lounges in the South. In the early 1990s, [...]
Taki Brown writes and delivers original rhymed and narrative poetry. After meeting at SOWAL House Creative Studio in 2022, I sat down with Taki to discuss our Tennessee background and his creative work. RELATED: Best 30A Restaurants In 2023 https://traffic.libsyn.com/southernamericana/Taki_Brown.mp3 Taki is a trailblazing poet who has a gift for both Rhymed and Narrative [...]
