July 2026 Issue
Mom to Mom with Shannon Noble
ESP: What do you love most about raising a family in Fairhope? Shannon: I love the sense of community and the slower pace of life here. Fairhope has such a […]
Teacher of the Month: Dr. Kristina Andrews, St. Michael Catholic School
Education has always been a priority for Dr. Kristina Andrews. With both of her parents and her grandmother serving as educators, pursuing higher education was a natural path. After earning […]
From the Publisher – July 2026
As our children get older, there are certainly moments that can tug at our heartstrings. We miss some of the little things—the bedtime stories, the playground adventures, and the days […]
Teacher of the Month: Shamika Bracy, Fairhope West Elementary School
Mentoring young minds and impacting future generations are key motivators for those who dedicate their lives to education, and Shamika Bracy is one of those educators. She is currently in […]
The Cycle of Digital/Tech Trauma
Parents often ask me why I spend so much time talking about social media, gaming, devices, and now AI. There are many reasons. One of the big ones is my […]
The Big Six of Small Business
Q. In your opinion, why do most small businesses fail? I’d also be interested to know which business reports you believe are most valuable to a small business owner. A. […]
The End of Summer Crunch: Why Starting Back-To-School Prep in July Saves Your Sanity
It happens every year as the end of summer approaches. The camp calendars are empty. The school supply lists have landed in inboxes. And somewhere between the back-to-school ads and […]
The Big 3 For Healthy Kids: Nutrition, Movement and Rest
There is a lot of information out there about kids’ health. Instead of looking for the latest fad when it comes to health, it’s important to keep things simple. Focusing […]
Potty Training Children with Special Needs: A Kinder, More Effective Approach
Potty training is a major milestone for any child, but for children with developmental delays, language delays, sensory needs, or autism, the process often requires a different approach. Traditional methods […]