At a time when many are drawing the circle around themselves tighter due to fear and uncertainty, Brendan Twiggs, a 20-something Fernandina native, is widening his circle. Why? It has to do with the …

As Wildlight continues to grow, so do the number of restaurants that come with it. We’ve seen Mexican joints, burger spots, an ice cream parlor, and even a breakfast place pop up. But now, we …

Recently, I made the long drive up to Durham, North Carolina, to visit my niece Margaret and her family – a long overdue trip for me. But driving up congested, fast-moving Highway 95 whitened …

When I first started using Teamup, I was amazed at how simple and effective it was, especially compared to Google Calendar. Don’t get me wrong – Google Calendar is great if you’re …

Ever stop to think about it? Some of our habits are so ingrained that we rarely analyze how they became such absolutes in our lives. At our house coffee in the morning is an absolute. It is as much …

My cat’s name is Jitters. He has lived up to it. He runs out of the kitchen when my toast pops up. He hightails it under the bed if the doorbell rings. He needs safe spaces. In these stressful …

It was the coldest day this winter so far. What the heck was I doing on the beach at Little Talbot Island all wrapped up in layers of winter clothes? It was not the best day for beachgoing, according …

You don’t need to spend money on Microsoft Office to get high-quality tools for writing, spreadsheets, and presentations. LibreOffice and OpenOffice are free, reliable alternatives that work …

We all hate to lose things. It is crazy-making. It can be big things like where you parked your car or small things like an earring. Thank heavens for the key fobs telling your car to blink or honk. …

A friend of mine is a tireless advocate for animal rescue. She matches her words with actions. Her story reminds me it is possible to make a difference right where you are. She volunteers …

Another year, another incredible Amelia Island Restaurant Week! From Jan. 17 through 26, the island indulged in a 10-day feast highlighting the best of over 20 restaurants. If you missed it, you …

Have you ever heard of a salt dome? Well, I never had either until I visited the Tabasco factory on Avery Island in southern Louisiana. Avery Island is a salt dome, one of five in Louisiana. …

 # Big Changes Coming to Windows 11 Security Last month, Microsoft announced some exciting updates to make Windows 11 more secure. These changes will help protect computers from hackers and …

When you least expect it, your routine is interrupted by a true “aha” moment. We had such a moment last week. Snow. Some people argue it really wasn’t snow but more ice.  …

“Is anybody going to say anything?” wondered Right Rev. Mariann Edgar Budde. It was the day before the inaugural prayer service at the Washington National Cathedral, where she would bring …

I am a big fan of swamps -- freshwater swamps in particular. One of my favorite places is the bayous of southern Louisiana. Or should I say “was” one of my favorite places. It has …

When Apple introduced the App Library with iOS 14, it quietly revolutionized how we interact with our iPhones and iPads. While some users may have overlooked this feature, it is one of the most …

Recently, a friend returned from her dream trip to South Africa. Excited for her, I shared memories of my two trips to Africa years ago. The trips were with my fellow adventurer, my sister Betsy. The …

As we remember the events that led to a national holiday honoring the Rev. Dr. King Jr., let’s look to some 20th-century history and see if we can find some inspiration and hope for the days ahead.

Papa Johns is back! After a decade without one nearby, the beloved pizza chain has opened a new location in Yulee, Florida, and the community was ready for it. I made a point to stop by on their …