We are excited to announce the winners of our 2025 Henderson Family Favorites contest, where you, our loyal and trustworthy readers, have the opportunity to make your voices heard. Hundreds of you cast your votes for your favorites — from pediatricians and parks to sweet treats and boutiques.
Parent Profile: Jessica Baker
Photo by Jamie Plain Tell us a little about yourself (family, pets, etc.) My name is Jessica Baker, and I have been married to my husband, Christian, for 3 years. We have an 11-year-old son, Caiden, and a 1-year-old son named Josiah. We currently don’t have any pets but Caiden is wanting to get
9 local things to do this season
1. Bluegrass in the Park Folklife Festival Friday, August 8 - Saturday, August 9 | Downtown Henderson Get ready for a toe-tapping, banjo-strumming good time at Bluegrass in the Park Folklife Festival! This annual celebration, named a 2023 Southeast Tourism Society Top 20 Event, is a tribute to
The Book Nook: Get Ready for Back-to-School Season with Books!
Find these and more books at the Henderson County Public Library. The Crayons Go Back to School By: Drew Daywalt The crayons are getting ready to go back to school, and each crayon has a subject they’re looking forward to the most. They’re also ready to meet new friends…and let loose
18 Local Things to do this Summer
PorchFest Saturday, June 7 | Downtown Henderson - South Main Street Southern hospitality peaks during Porchfest, when around a dozen neighbors along historic South Main Street transform their front porches into concert venues for all to enjoy. Explore the beautiful architecture, take in
Growing Curiosity
10 Tips to Get Kids Involved in Gardening Gardening is a wonderful way to connect kids with nature, teach them responsibility, and spark curiosity about how things grow. Whether you have a backyard garden, flower pots on your front porch, or just a sunny windowsill, involving children in
The Book Nook
Reading With Dad Llama Llama Daddy’s Day By: Anna Dewdney Llama Llama helps Nelly Gnu make the perfect Father’s Day gift for Daddy Gnu! Your little llamas will love relating to their favorite picture book character as he faces new and challenging situations. Hop on
Parent Profile: Jordan and Callie Cessna
Photo by Darrin Phegley Tell us a little about yourself (family, pets, etc) My name is Jordan Cessna, and I have been married to my wife, Callie, for 7 years. We have a precious 2-year-old daughter, Elle, and a chocolate labradoodle named Bulleit. Our family faithfully attends
9 Local Things To Do This Season
Catapult Thursday, April 3 @ 7:30 - 10:00pm Preston Arts Center Catapult Entertainment is a shadow-dance company created by Adam Battelstein in 2008. Featured in Season 8 of America’s Got Talent, the talented Catapult dancers have the skills to transform their bodies into seemingly
Spring Cleaning Made Easy and FUN for Kids
Spring cleaning can be a big task for many households, but finding ways to work together as a family and get the kids involved not only cuts the time in half but also teaches kids about responsibility, organization and working hard. Sometimes kids will want to help parents out with tasks that
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