PUBLISHER’S LETTER

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

2025 is here and we are “over the moon” to be able to share it with you! We strive to have articles readers can relate to and provide resources to help you get the information you need using local contacts and businesses. With that in mind, we have been hard at work talking with our friends and neighbors and realizing that there are seasons of life we all have in common but may not be fully prepared for. When the time comes for your retirement or to take care of those who took care of you; our parents, grandparents, elderly family members, and loved ones, we can feel inadequate and uninformed. We have put together a year-long series and gathered information to help you prepare for this season of life.

We are kicking off this year with Dr. Hank Martin and his wonderful staff at Cardinal Wellness and Aesthetics. Dr. Martin is truly a gift to everyone he meets and his approach to an active lifestyle at any age is remarkable! I encourage you to learn more about his practice and visit him to form your own opinion. You won’t be disappointed! He is all about helping you “live your best life”.

You’ll also find useful information about educational choices in the area. There has been tremendous growth in private and charter schools over the last few years and we wanted to give you some insight on a few of them to help you make important decisions concerning your children.

And we can’t leave out one of the biggest Hallmark holidays of the year. We have something special for singles in the featured article, Party of One; learn how to find and enjoy yourself on Valentine’s Day. Alone doesn’t mean lonely in this town! Sometimes it can be a challenge for couples to create unique ways to spend special evenings together, such as Valentine’s Day, or weekly date nights. It is always a challenge with my husband, Brian, when one asks, “Where do you want to go for dinner tonight?” I like the idea of having no plan on hand. What do you plan to do this Valentine’s Day?

I cannot thank my awesome advertisers, my amazing staff, and all of you enough for the support that has been poured into Our Town Magazine in 2024. I am eager to see what 2025 brings and with my eyes up, I will focus on bringing you all the best that Lexington County has to offer. Blessings on your health and prosperity for the new year!

Hope to see you out and about in 2025!!