Author: Laura Pence

Crews Rushing to Restore Power Along Gulf Coast After Hurricane Sally

Gulf coast residents are still navigating flooded roads and debris as the remnants of hurricane sally threatens more flooding across the south. After the deadly hurricane hit Alabama, Louisiana, Georgia and the Florida panhandle with wind and rain, the storm surge then submerged homes amid other devastation. At least two people in Alabama and Georgia were killed. One bridge in…

The Best Weekend Getaways in S.C.

If national South Carolina day has inspired you to explore, here are some of the best cities for a weekend getaway. According to ‘Trip Advisor’, Hilton Head is the top destination. It’s perfect for tennis-enthusiasts, golfers, sea food lovers or you can take the ferry to Daufuskie Island where you can walk or bike coastal trails. Other destinations to consider…

Happy South Carolina Day!

Apparently every state gets their own day and today is South Carolina day! It’s a way to highlight a small part of each states’ history, foods and the people who make up the state. There’s a lot to love about the palmetto state like it’s 187 miles of Atlantic coastline, it’s prefect for a beach getaway. With idyllic oceanfront towns,…

Do Your Parents Try to Tell You How to Parent?

Right around half of parents say they’ve clashed with their own parents or their in-laws about child rearing techniques. One out of seven people say they limit the amount of time their kids spend with those grandparents because of the arguments. The most common things parents and grandparents disagree on are how to discipline, meals, screen time, manners, bedtime and…

It’s National Red Wine Day!

Why don’t you sit back, relax and pour yourself a glass of vino because it’s National Red Wine Day! Red wine is the most popular among Americans. 69 percent prefer it to white wine and rosé. Among wine drinkers, the most popular kind of reds are merlot, cabernet sauvignon, pinot noir and zinfandel. It doesn’t matter the cost of bottle…

Let’s ‘Taco’ ‘Bout Barefoot Bistro

Bistro Shrimp Tacos Needed: Naan Bread, Shrimp, Toss Power Blend (a mixture of brussel sprouts, cabbage, broccoli, carrots and kale) Taco Glaze Recipe 1/2 cup Rice Vinegar 1/2 cup plus 2 Tbsp Sugar 1/4 cup Water 2 Tbsp Sherry 3 minced Garlic Cloves 1 plus 1/2 Tbsp cool water Directions  Lightly heat Naan bread, grill or blacken 2 shrimp per…