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B URLINGTON MAGAZINE

WINTER 2021-22

Envision Psychiatric & Wellness Center

Burlington

compassionate psychiatry by caring professionals

Your NC Triad & Triangle Connection CATHRYN HARTWELL Broker-in-Charge

(919) 599-1172 Cathryn@WindChime-Realty.com

What’s Inside...

2022 — WHAT WILL YOU DO IN 2022?

Community-minded Stories

In this Issue you'll find articles that will both inspire and touch you. One of the bright sides of these very trying times is that we all seem to be more 'in touch' with our inner selves and on a quest to do everything from catch up on projects (or even start new ones) to making more time for our family and friends. Life seems more precious than ever before. We're happy to bring you some reading materials to fill some of the much-needed down time. And we threw in a crossword puzzle & horoscopes! Stay Safe! Enjoy!

Here it comes again! A new year, filled with such promise, is upon us once again. What will YOU do with this imaginary clean slate? Will this be the year you get back into shape?

Lose weight? Write that book? Break that bad habit?

Whatever it is, big or small, we here at Burlington Magazine wish you the happiest New Year yet!

Standing Together

Features

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Dr. Aarti Kapur

caring psychiatry and mental wellness

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PASSION PROJECTS a year in remembrance

22 Recipe

Almond Crusted Sweet Potato mash

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COVER STORY

New location

Envision Psychiatry & Wellness Center

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Local Events

THINGS HAPPEN Paramount Theater Disney's Frozen Junior B-town Special Events - Holidays B-town Carousel Festival - May 7-8 2022 Ice Skating - Graham

Burlington STRONG

Small businesses standing together...

Featured in this issue TERRA CORNELIUS — local fashionista Terra's Boutique: Leading & Inspiring with Fashion

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New in Town?

Check out our local events and services to help you get acclimated. Our local history articles provide insight into our community history and help you understand more about Burlington's journey throughout the decades.

On the COVER Envision Psychiatry caring psychiatry in our own backyard —

New in town? Welcome!

Local History & Resources

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The Burlington Light Infantry

28 In the NEWS local news stories

Burlington Police Dept offers crime prevention tips

31 Thinking about a career change?

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1919 Victory Parade...

20 Our Town History

In Every Issue

Alamance Community College has got you covered!

holiday crime prevention!

4 Letter from the Editor

tips on how to avoid holiday meal overwhelm

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Ask Our Experts

Wellness, Weight Loss & Pain Relief Foot & Ankle Care Small Business Financial Health Real Estate Expert & Advisor Dental Health

30 Just for Fun!

Crossword Puzzle Horoscopes

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burlington PUBLISHER Indie Publishing

EDITOR Dana Grizzél (919) 590-0720 (ofc) connect@indie-pub.com ADVERTISING SALES (919) 590-0720 (ofc) connect@indie-pub.com STAFF SUPPORT Ali Shaw, Elise Hill CREATIVE DESIGN & BRANDING MADink Agency MADinkAgency.com

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OTHER CONTRIBUTORS City of Burlington — City of Graham Walter Boyd (Our Town History) Dr. Karen Wilkinson (Envision Wellness) Nicole Senecal (Triad Foot & Ankle Center) Jeff Dortch (Civic Federal Credit Union) Cathryn Hartwell (WindChime Realty) Touloupas & Touloupas Dentistry & Citizen Journalism

With the holidays upon us, like a lot of people, I've been making lists and planning for the hustle and bustle to keep from getting overwhelmed.

It occurred to me that, as a former caterer and restaurateur, I might have some valuable advice for those of you hoping to stay on top of things and avoid overwhelm as much as possible. Here are some ways that I prepare for those big meals that can stress you out:

• Put together a one-week calendar for the week of the holiday meal.

• Make a grocery list AND a menu list — I like them to be on the same page because I can remind myself of my menu while I'm out shopping so I'm less likely to forget something.

• On that calendar, map out everything you could do EARLY in that week (grocery shopping or anything that can be cooked, prepped or even components of meals made ready for the big day). ANYTHING you can do in advance in the days leading up to the big meal to make "the day of" less stressful will pay off — big time!

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• Delegate! You don't have to do it all yourself! Ask some-

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• At least ONE DAY before the meal, gather all dishes you

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one to bring a case of bottled waters for guests; enlist some help to do prep work. Consider grabbing a favorite store-bought appetizer to lighten your load. need for the meal, including serving dishes and utensils, wine glasses, etc. — leave them all sitting out on your buffet or a counter space designated for this purpose.

• The day of the meal, set up "stations" around your kitch-

en/countertops for various dish preparations and populate the stations with the ingredients for the dish. This is also a great way to get some help in the kitchen — even if it means enlisting the kids to work at one of the "stations."

I hope this helps! I know it helps me!

We're wishing you the best, brightest and most fulfilling holidays possible. We've sure earned it this year!

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LET'S MAKE 2022 THE

DR KAREN WILKINSON WELLNESS, PAIN RELIEF & WEIGHT LOSS

Dr. Karen WIlkinson has been practicing in Alamance County for 26 years.

She has established herself within our community as a leading expert in weight loss, neuropathy, osteoporosis prevention, rehabilitation and pain management. The programs developed and implemented by Dr. Karen are cutting edge and not found anywhere else in our area.

She has a Bachelors of Science and a Doctorate in Chiropractic Medicine from Logan Collegeof Chiropractic, as well as advanced training in nutrition, exercise, neuropathy, worksite wellness, and occupational health and applied ergonomics. Today she continues to sit on the board of the International Academy of Chiropractic Occupational Health Consultants, as she has for the past 12 years.

Dr. Karen has established herself as a key member of our community, supporting and hosting community events, as well as hosting a weekly radio show, “The Wellness Revolution” on WBAG, Tuesdays at 1130 a.m.

Her mission is to improve the quality of life of each member of our community, one person at a time.

2241 Hanford Road Burlington NC ♦ (336) 266-7703

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THE YEAR WE LOST THAT WEIGHT And kept it off !

The new year is about to be upon us and we will once again be movtivated to get in shape and embark upon a weight management journey...yet again...

Sometimes it's hard to take that first step, but the first step is actually the easiest! Decide to lose the weight. Knowing what to do from there can sometimes be hard and even confusing. That's where Envision Wellness can definitely help.

“What should I do?”

“What should I eat?”

Those are two common questions, but ask yourself a few other personal questions and put yourself on the path to a more successful weight loss journey: “Why do I want to lose weight?”

“What is my end goal?”

“Am I committed to losing the weight?

A customized program will ensure a better chance for success. Choose a program that has your end goals in mind — a program that offers coaching and a support system, rather than a pamphlet and pre-prepared foods.

The newest, state-of-the-art technology for fat loss and cellulite reduction is red light technology. Research has proven that red light and near-infrared light have a profound impact on reducing fat and eliminating cellulite. The red lights stimulate the fat cells to open up and release their contents into the lymphatic system without negatively affecting the body.

The red and near-infrared light also stimulate elastin and collagen within the skin and stimulate blood flow to reduce cellulite. This revolutionary technology has made a drastic impact on people's lives.

A well-balanced nutrition plan combined with red light technology makes weight and fat loss easier than ever before. Fat and inches loss can occur in as little as 20 minutes. No surgery, no side effects, no down time, no bruising.

Best of all...most people lose between 3 and 5 inches in as little as one session!

ENVISION WELLNESS can guide you through a new way to way to lose weight

If a healthier weight and nutrition plan is part of your 2021 goals, contact Envision Wellness TODAY & let's get started!

IGNORING your

TOENAIL FUNGUS infection?

Think twice!

The doctor’s office is the last place many people want to visit, which is why many people often put off medical treatment.

But toenail fungus is not a condition you should expect to get better on its own.

[Spoiler Alert: It won’t.]

Ignoring toenail fungal infections could lead to much bigger problems if you neglect to take immediate action.

Like many other medical conditions, early detection and treatment are key to a speedy recovery. If left untreated, the fungus lurking beneath your toenail can travel from the tip of your toenail to the cuticle, causing the nail to become discolored, thick, and brittle, as well as potentially painful and inflamed.

Toenail fungus infections can also lead to your skin around the affected area to crack, which creates open skin, due to the infection allowing secondary bacteria to enter the system.

The bacteria can also cause infections in other areas, like the hands, back and legs; and if you are diabetic and suffer from neuropathy, this could lead to serious consequences like amputations of the foot and leg.

So before you decide to brush off a toenail fungal infection in hopes it will clear up on its own, think twice and play it safe.

To schedule an appointment with a podiatrist to have your toenail fungus infection examined and treated, visit triadfoot.com OR call (336) 375-6990 to schedule an appointment.

DR ADAM McDONALD DPM, AACFAS

Dr. McDonald is a native of Waynesville, NC and a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a Bachelor of Science in Biology, and a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine from Temple University in Philadelphia, PA. He completed a four-year residency in foot and ankle surgery at the University of Pennsylvania, followed by a one-year clinical research fellowship in Podiatric Research.

He has extensive experience and interests in treating forefoot, hindfoot and ankle deformities, sports medicine, arthroscopy, arthritis, total ankle joint replacement, traumatic injuries, Charcot joint disease, and diabetic limb salvage.

Triad Foot & Ankle Center has three convenient locations in Burlington, Greensboro & Asheboro to serve your foot & ankle care needs Schedule an appointment with one of our podiatrists TODAY (336) 538-6885 1680 Westbrook Ave Burlington NC visit triadfoot.com

Triad Foot & Ankle Center is the leading podiatric medical practice serving the Piedmont Triad & is proud to have a team of highly trained & skilled medical & surgical podiatry experts, certified by the Board of Podiatry Examiners

1680 Westbrook Ave Burlington NC (336) 538-6885

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Jeff DORTCH CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER

MEET

Jeff DORTCH

EACH DAY IS DIFFERENT

Jeff Dortch, CFP®, ChFC®, AFC® is a Civic Member Services team member focused on providing relationship management support to Civic FCU members.

Civic Member Services is the front porch for launching business and consumer member experiences. The team delivers support with on-boarding, deposit and loan products, general services, and the use of Civic’s technology platform.

As a Certified Financial Planner designee, Jeff has provided financial planning and wellness assistance to Credit Union members for over eight years. Members lead busy lives, and sometimes they can use someone to help them learn, plan, and act. Jeff also holds the Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA) and Retirement Management Advisor (RMA) designations. He is a member of the Financial Planning Association and the Investments & Wealth Institute. A graduate of the University of Tennessee, Jeff enjoys playing guitar for his dogs, hiking, and travel.

When we say it’s all about people, we really mean it. For all of us at the Civic Member Experience Center, our main job is to help members – with anything from online banking and saving for retirement to securing a loan. Helping members improve their lives is our sole purpose. Each day is different, working with people across North Carolina.

FREE FINANCIAL COUNSELING

I believe financial wellness is taking control of your money, so it doesn’t control you. As a certified financial planner, a lot of my work is related to financial education. Things like individual counseling about debt management, establishing or improving credit scores, and other elements of personal finance. It’s all free to our members. I also manage relationships with non-profits, auxiliary groups, and government-related non-profits. Underwriting consumer loans is also an area of focus.

BRINGING EDUCATION TO COMMUNITIES

Our Reality of Money program is an educational experience about money. The Burlington Community Center has hosted this program, pre-pandemic. Students get firsthand experience with how decisions impact their financial wellness through personas and role playing. Parents who attend get help with coaching their kids, as well as college planning trips.

This commitment to financial wellness is making a difference in NC communities.

Money is so much more than finances. And my work helps guide people toward solutions that are unique to them. Here, it really is people first.

Does your regional community initiative need a partner to reach the next level?

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Contact JEFF DORTCH Certified Financial Planner jeff.dortch@civicfcu.org

SINGLE FAMILY HOMES

are POPULAR with INVESTORS

DAN Fuhrman REAL ESTATE EXPERT

WHY ARE INSTITUTIONAL INVESTORS BUYING UP SINGLE FAMILY HOMES?

The short answer, profit. The longer answer is multi-faceted. Historically, institutional investors back large commercial type properties — the kinds of deals that take sizable amounts of cash.

In recent years, institutions' typical investments have become unstable, less profitable and riskier.

With an eye toward increasing profit margins, corporate investors have looked beyond their tried and true methods. They found the success of small, local investors and single family homes.

WHY HAVE SINGLE FAMILY HOMES BECOME MORE ATTRACTIVE TO CORPORATIONS?

Tenants are usually more stable and renew their leases at a higher rate than other rental classes, like apartments and mobile homes. Longterm tenants are a landlords' bread and butter. Turnover is a drain on profit — if it's empty you're not making money.

Depending on the age of the home, maintenance costs can be minimal. And, if tenants renew leases and stay in the home longer, they pay for your maintenance.

SINGLE FAMILY HOMES ARE TANGIBLE ASSETS

Buying stocks in large corporations also gives you ownership but it doesn't give the investor any control. Investing in real estate gives you complete control. You choose how to manage the property. If you're handy, you can do the maintenance, or at least some of it. Don't like maintenance or can't do it...hire it done. If you want to manage the property you can do that, too. If you don't want to be involved, hire a management company. That's what makes single family homes so flexible.

If you want to start investing in real estate, I can help.

WindChime Realty & Property Management is a personal real estate firm. We customize your experience to provide the level of help you desire.

How can we help you today?

Dan Fuhrman began his career in the United States Navy where he learned the value of education, hard work and “esprit de corps.”

Education became the foundation for his job and hard work accelerated success. Teamwork was essential for completing mission critical tasks.

Much of Dan's life has taken a non-traditional path. He realized early in life he did not fit well in the typical style of education. He chose a specific course of learning that began with language skills and spread into history. Biographies and books on business related topics have been favorites.

Much of his career has been spent in small businesses making customer service a priority. Communication is the key to success. More than just communicating, he has learned, while managing his own real estate portfolio, that positive communication creates a win-win relationship for everyone involved.

Financial success is important to Dan but he believes building strong relationships is even more essential. Strong teams make life more enjoyable in business and at home.

Dan and his wife, Linda, have been married for more than 34 years and have one adult child. They have worked together since before they were married.

Experience the difference when your agent cares

CALL ME at (336) 226-4697

Burlington NC ♦ (336) 226-4697 Dan@WindChime-Realty.com BurlingtonMagNC.com

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SHOULD old SILVER FILLINGS

TOULOUPAS & TOULOUPAS DENTISTRY

BE REPLACED? Your old silver (amalgam) fillings are failing and now you're wondering if you should replace them...

ARE MY OLD METAL FILLINGS SAFE?

Caring dentistry for people who care

DR MICHAEL TOULOUPAS

DR CINDY TOULOUPAS

Dr. Michael Touloupas earned his bachelor’s degree and his Doctorate of Dental Surgery from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He has studied under leading educators such as Pete Dawson, Frank Spear and John Kois. Both doctors at Touloupas & Touloupas are continuous students of dental education.

Dr. Cindy Touloupas obtained her Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene at Old Dominion University. She earned a Master of Public Health at the University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill, where she also received her Doctorate of Dental Surgery. She has been in practice with Dr. Michael Touloupas since 1988.

◆ Family Dentistry ◆ General Dentistry ◆ Cosmetic Dentistry ◆ Implant Dentistry For information about dental health or to request an appointment please visit ncsmile.com or call (336) 226-5485

Take care of your teeth and they will help keep you healthy (and smiling!)

1628 Memorial Drive, Ste B Burlington NC ♦ (336) 226-5485

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While the old procedure of using metal fillings is considered safe, most silver fillings leak and fail over time. The tooth and the filling expand and contract at different rates and the enamel will eventually fracture or leak. In such cases, we advocate replacing the defective filling with either a tooth-colored composite filling, if it is small, or a porcelain crown if a large portion of the tooth is involved.

IF IT IS DETERMINED THAT A SILVER FILLING NEEDS REPLACED, WHAT IS RECOMMENDED?

This is where an innovative technique using CEREC (acronym for Chairside Economic Restorations of Esthetic Ceramics) comes into play. Now you can have your entire replacement procedure done in one visit – usually within a couple of hours. With CEREC, gone are the days of multi-visits to take a mold and place a temporary crown until the final crown is ready to be cemented. Now you can have the entire procedure done in one visit.

WHAT KIND OF FILLING IS BEST?

Ultimately, the best dental filling is no dental filling. Prevention is the best medicine. You can dramatically decrease your risk of cavities and other dental diseases simply by: ◆ Brushing your teeth twice a day with fluoride toothpaste ◆ Flossing daily ◆ Eating a balanced diet ◆ Visiting your dentist regularly If you're unsure whether or not to replace your metal dental fillings, it's always best to ask your dentist to evaluate your fillings, as well as overall dental health, to help you choose the best option for your filling care.

Call Touloupas & Touloupas for an appointment today

Take care of your teeth and they will help keep you healthy (and smiling!)

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2021

a year in remembrance

burlington small businesses

CATHRYN HARTWELL PASSION PROJECTs

As a small business owner, I appreciate the importance of local support. Local support is what keeps small businesses alive and, most importantly, drives local economies to help communities grow.

2021 is coming to a close. The days are shorter and colder, giving us more time to reflect. Some thoughts that we may ponder are whether or not we spent enough time with family...spent too much money on things we didn’t need... did we get enough exercise... you know, the usual gamut.

Then we make the usual New Year resolutions to do better.

I’d like to add one more thought to the list of things to ponder at this time of year: “Did (I) use local vendors when I could have, or support a local nonprofit?” It’s not always easy to do, especially when national vendors offers products at cheaper prices. It can be difficult to support a local nonprofit because our own budgets are tight. Anytime you patronize a local business or donate to a local nonprofit, you are helping keep the local economy alive.

Over the past year, I've introduced you to several of these deserving local entrepreneurs. Here’s a recap of those local businesses and nonprofits: First, I introduced you to Debbie Timmons, owner of Singing Dog Farm, a local nonprofit and dog rescue. Singing Dog Farm takes in and shelters Siberian Huskies and Husky mixed dogs that have been surrendered or brought in as a stray to a shelter anywhere in NC. Debbie has limited space so the dogs that are under her care are given attention and their physical and emotional needs attended to, She ensures that the dogs are adopted by good, loving, forever homes.

May/June, I introduced you to Katie Smith Photography — Katie is, hands-down, the best portrait photographer in town! If you plan on having any photos done, you need to take a look at her website. Katie will do on-site photo shoots as well as studio shoots. She has an amazing talent with her camera, and is clever with her themes. New parents, parents-to-be, grandparents — this is where you want to go for those keepsake photographs. Graduates, newlyweds….you don’t want to go anywhere else!

In the Summer Issue, you were introduced to our local African American Cultural Arts & History Center (otherwise known as AACAHC), founded by the late Jane Sellars, and now run by her daughter Shineece Sellars. Jane’s vision was to house a center that would serve as a cultural site and museum that focuses on personal, familial and generational, industrial and even commercial local history. This is a “must see” place in Alamance County!

Lastly, I introduced you to my favorite handy-fix-it guy, Juan Marti! of Handy Juan Home Services, who continues to make ALL of his clients happy with his work AND his work ethics!

If you have any home repair needs or small remodeling jobs on your radar in the new year, Handy Juan is YOUR GUY!

Happy New Year & Best Wishes in the coming year

singing dog farm Husky rescue

Debbie Timmons

Located in Snow Camp NC, Singing Dog Farm is a rescue and sanctuary for Siberian Huskies and Husky-mix dogs. The founder and owner, retired police officer Debbie Timmons, opened the rescue in January 2017, shortly after retirement. To find out more about Singing Dog Farm and how you can adopt or donate, go to Singingdogfarm.org. You can also find them on Facebook OR check out their video on YouTube by searching "Singing Dog Farm."

“I had help from other rescues in the area — they guided me in the right direction."

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Jane Sellars

KATIE SMITH PHOTOGRAPHY

Katie Smith

Check out Katie’s talents in photography and schedule a session, by going to her website katiesmithphotography.com

Cultural Arts & History Center

Located at 2381 Corporation Parkway, AACHAC's new headquarters is the culmination of a dream spanning two generations — Jane Sellars legacy is carried on by her daughter, Shineece.

The African-American Cultural Arts & History Center of Alamance County has been awarded over $115,000 in grant funding from four different local and regional organizations, including Impact Alamance, Z. Smith Reynolds Foundation, the Alamance Community Foundation and Visit Alamance. AACAHC serves as a cultural site and museum focusing on personal, familial and generational, industrial, and commercial history. Visit the website at: www.aacahcenter.org

“Working with different subjects helps me tell their stories in different ways. I use everything from the location to the lighting and posing to tell the story.”

(336) 639-1937 OR handyjuanhomeservice@gmail.com

Juan Marti

African-American

If you need handy work done, Handy Juan is at your service. From decks to adding closets; bathroom remodels to interior or exterior painting —even roofing—you can rely on Juan Marti and his crew.

“My mom was unable to secure a building for The Center within her lifetime," says Shineece Sellars, Executive Director of AACAHC, "but thanks to her legacy, The Center now has a physical location displaying her life’s work, research and the history of Alamance — all of which are now being fulfilled by the members of the community she helped build.”

making a difference in other people's lives one person at a time...

Our philosophy is simple:

Educating our clients as we guide them through the real estate process results in happier, more successful transactions. Through consistent communication — from showing to signing— we’re here to lend our expertise & ensure the best possible experience & outcome.

Cathryn Hartwell

educate

>

explore

> expertise = best possible

experience

We look forward to exceeding your expectations in the coming year (919) 599-1172 ♦ Cathryn@WindChime-Realty.com ♦ WindChime-Realty.com BurlingtonMagNC.com

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Holiday Magic downtown

burlington LOCKDOWNS AND DEMAND Rocco Richard left his Parks and Recreation job of 13 years in November 2019 to start Bounce-To-You, LLC. At the time, he was unaware of how a pandemic would reshape his small business for growth.

PANDEMIC SUPPLY CHAIN SQUEEZE Backyard party rentals continue to grow in demand.

According to Rocco, this has been the busiest March and April to date, requiring six more inflatables. “Most come from China,” said Rocco. “Nothing was available.”

KEEPING UP WITH GROWTH “I found a New York-based vendor with a sale ending on that Friday,” said Rocco. “Financing with the vendor was too expensive. I looked at Civic. They had low rates and no pay-off penalties.”

EASIEST LOAN EVER “Howie Gotshalk at Civic took care of everything. My products arrived the next Wednesday,” continued Rocco.

“I won’t finance through anyone else.”

Need a new perspective on your small business? Visit civicfcu.org/partnership or contact Civic at 844 77 CIVIC (844-772-4842) .

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Meet Terra Cornelius, a local fashionista from within our Burlington community.

Yet another wonderful example of the entrepreneurial spirit that keeps Burlington STRONG. Terra Pike-Cornelius is a driven entrepreneur and a caring, passionate person who believes the truest form of success is giving back in a meaningful way.

Terra has a creative eye when it comes to attire and accessories. She is a girly girl and loves all things that move, bling or shine. Her style and clothing will make you the stand out in a crowd. Terra thinks every woman should B-Empowered B-Inspired B-Cute Terra is known for her unique dress and sense of style, and has won over loyal clients and friends by lending her sense of style and her expertise to help others find their inner fashionista by offering affordable, unique, high-quality clothing.

A 1996 graduate of North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, Terra lives by three core values: Faith, Family, and Fashion. She aspires to building a brand and culture that authentically values giving back and making a positive difference within the community of women.

Terra's Boutique maintains a focus on its customers and the causes close to their hearts, abiding by the mantra “What Matters to You, Matters to Us."

VISIT Terra's Boutique: 2399 Corporation Pkwy, Burlington NC —OR— ONLINE: TerrrasBoutiqueStore.com

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Q HOW DID THE BRICKS & MORTAR SHOP "TERRA'S BOUTIQUE" COME TO BE? My thirst for fashion began with an online store in 2018 and it really took off. Now I get to see the joy on my clients' faces when they find that perfect fashion treasure right there in our new boutique in BurlIngton. I get true joy from helping women come out of their shells and blossom before my very eyes.

Q WHAT ARE YOUR FUTURE ASPIRATIONS? I'm always interested in being on the cutting edge of whatever I'm doing, and that especially applies to fashion. We plan to add more styles and varieties to our collections, providing our clients with an even better experience.

Q WHAT ADVICE DO YOU HAVE FOR OTHER WOMEN WHO MAY FIND THEMSELVES ON THE CUSP OF STARTING THEIR OWN BUSINESS?

I think I would tell them not to be afraid to just be themselves. Being yourself is really your very own superpower! There may be others doing something similar to what you're doing, but being yourself — letting your personality and sense of purpose shine — will always set you apart from the rest. People will often remember you more than your products or services. Shine for them!

Beautiful, unique fashion for real women

Q IN CLOSING, ARE YOU ENJOYING THE JOURNEY AS MUCH AS STRIVING FOR THE DESTINATION?

I get true joy from what I do.

I love God. I love family.

I love fashion.

I love a good laugh.

I love success.

I work hard and I'm unapologetic about being a money lover! Money isn't everything, but we all need it to survive and it sure makes life a lot easier, so why not enjoy your success, which includes money.

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our TOWN the burlington LIGHT INFANTRY

1919 Victory Parade

Although soldiers from Burlington have fought in battles since before the American Revolution, they were not formally organized into a local military unit until January 4, 1890, when Edwin Cameron Holt, the co-founder of Elmira Mills, organized a state militia company, known unofficially as the “Holt Guards” but officially as the “Burlington Light Infantry,” with himself as its commanding officer. After only three years, however, Edwin turned over command to his younger brother, James Henry “Jim” Holt, Jr., and moved to Wilmington.

Other than patrolling the streets of Burlington during times of emergency and taking part in summer

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maneuvers, the Holt Guards saw no active military service for more than 25 years, but it wasn’t for lack of trying.

When war broke out with Spain in 1898, Captain Jim Holt volunteered his company’s service, and set out for deployment to Cuba, but he and his men were sent back to Burlington, after going no further than Raleigh, because the Burlington Light Infantry didn’t have enough men to comprise a company.

Finally, in March 1916, the Burlington Light Infantry was called into National Service to take part in the punitive expedition against Mexican bandit Pancho Villa. Under the command of Captain James C. Freeland, it proceeded to El

Paso, Texas to guard the bridge on the border with Mexico, but never actually went into Mexico and saw no combat.

The men had hardly returned to Burlington after their deployment at the border before the United States declared war on Germany. They were sent to Camp Sevier in South Carolina that fall and spent the next nine months there training for service in France. While there, the company’s ranks swelled to 250 men added from other units, but at least 40% were still from Burlington.

On March 3, 1918, Russia made peace with Germany and the Central Powers, thus allowing Germany to concentrate all of its armies against the Allies in France.

The Germans planned a massive offensive to take Paris and win the war before the Americans had time to transport the bulk of their forces to France. And they nearly succeeded.

During the summer of 1918, the war reached a critical phase, resulting in the wholesale drafting of hundreds of thousands of young men. So critical was the need for manpower that many were on their way to France only two weeks after receiving their draft notices. Quite a few had received only rudimentary basic training, and most didn’t even have rifles or uniforms. The plan was to get them to France as quickly as possible and have them equipped and trained there.

Because the Burlington Light Infantry was welltrained, it was sent to France in May and was designated an “assault,” or front-line, company. After arriving in France, it was designated Company I, 120th Infantry Regiment, 30th “Old Hickory” Division, which was comprised mostly of men from North Carolina, South Carolina and Tennessee.

The “Boys from Burlington,” as the members of Company I called themselves, then under the command of Captain William V. Copeland, participated in several Allied offensives along the border between France and Belgium during the summer and fall of 1918. Their proudest moment was on September 29, when they fought their way through two miles of barbed wire, pillboxes, and machine gun nests near Bellicort, France to breach Germany’s famed “Hindenburg Line.” They were reportedly the first Allied soldiers to do so and were justifiably proud of their achievement.

It was about 6:30 a.m. on the morning of that offensive, that Burlington lost its first soldier killed in combat. He was Sgt. Walter Beauregard Ellis, a 29-year-old employee of Glencoe Mills. Ellis, admired as a kind and patient leader, was a member of the North Carolina Rifle Team and a crack marksman. Sadly, he was fatally wounded by a German shell splinter before he had even fired a shot. Ellis’ body was returned to Burlington and buried in Pine Hill Cemetery.

The local American Legion post was named in his honor.

World War I ended with an Armistice signed on November 11, 1918, but because it took so long to bring the troops back home, most did not begin arriving until the spring of 1919. Burlington staged a huge Victory Parade on Memorial Day, May 30, 1919, to welcome them home and it was one of the largest parades in Burlington’s history.

WALTER BOYD contributor Attorney and native of Burlington, North Carolina, Walter Boyd developed an interest in Burlington’s history at a very young age. As a child, he often interviewed people and collected old photographs and documents, which led to his fondness for writing about Burlington’s rich history.

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Compassionate Psychiatry right here in Burlington

Raised in Elon, North Carolina, Dr. Aarti Kapur has been in Alamance county since she was two years old. She attended local schools Turrentine Middle School and Williams High School then continued her eduction at Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, completing an Adult Psychiatry Residency before returning home to Burlington to practice.

Board Certified in Psychiatry and Neurology, Dr. Kapur has served as Chair of Psychiatry at Alamance Regional Medical Center and currently serves on the NC Psychiatric Association Executive Council.

"I very much wanted to come home to Burlington to practice and appreciate practicing in a smaller town," Dr. Kapur says, "as there is more continuity of care locally and strong collaboration with local Primary Care Physicians as well as subspecialists."

This year Dr. Kapur moved her practice into a new building in order to expand the services she offers. This reimagined practice now lives at 2949 Crouse Lane, Burlington.

"I came up with the name 'Envision Psychiatric'' because many years ago I envisioned creating a center that had varying aspects of care," she explains. "I wanted to develop a place where one can receive individual therapy as well as engage in group therapy and workshops that focus on skills training and improving mindfulness to reduce stress and anxiety. Several therapists from both Burlington and in the Greensboro area will offer such workshops starting in 2022.

We're really excited about these partnerships."

In another very innovative move, Envision Psychiatric now offers Transmagnetic Stimulation (TMS Treatment) as an alternative when one faces treatment resistance to psychotropic medications. TMS now has official FDA indications for Major Depressive Disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and to Stop Smoking. TMS has been able to offer relief for patients who have not benefitted from traditional psychotropic medications and psychotherapy.

Envision Psychiatric recently contracted with Greenbrook TMS to bring TMS to Alamance County. Greenbrook TMS has centers nationwide. Several psychiatrists from Greensboro and Chapel Hill, as well as Dr. Aarti Kapur, will be involved with the TMS treatment for patients in Burlington.

"Taking care of one’s mental health is just as important as taking care of one’s physical health," Dr. Kapur says.

"Research shows that one in five adults in America — 43.8 million people — experience mental illness, which is 18.5% of our total population. Even physicians and healthcare workers need a support system, which is why I'm also passionate about my work, alongside Dr. Kelly Leggett, with the Physician Burnout Program."

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"Taking care of our mental health aids in our resilience and recovery from anything that happens," she goes on to say. "Our mental health is especially important because it affects every single facet of our daily living and functioning. When you take a moment to stop and think about how you feel, it can be overwhelming sometimes, so we often ignore our mental health. Only when you acknowledge mental health issues are you able to seek treatment and function normally again."

Statistics show that in January of 2019, prepandemic, about 11% of US adults reported symptoms of depression and anxiety and in January of 2021, during the pandemic, this number increased to 41%.

In closing, Dr. Kapur makes a valid point:

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There is no vaccine for the psychiatric manifestations of the pandemic. We all deserve to have peace of mind. Mental health is important because we deserve that."

Meet our Mental Health Advocates Michelle Vann Horton, LCMHC, NCC michellevannhorton@protonmail.com A counselor serving Alamance County for over five years, Michelle Vann Horton is a Licenced Clinical Mental Health Counselor and is nationally certified. She is one of the few counselors in the area that identifies as African American and Latina and is fluent in Spanish. The launch of her private practice has been a great opportunity for her to promote diversity and inclusivity while providing quality therapy in an integrated-care setting.

Michelle

Michelle enjoys counseling young adults, professionals, and couples who want to grow in self-awareness and implement change into their life. She recognizes people need help with the “how-to” of things when attempting to modify lifestyle habits — that missing step between what we say we need and want and what we actually do. Michelle believes “We are all capable of change; we just need to know where and how to begin.”

A transplant from Georgia, she obtained a Bachelor of Science in Psychology in 2014 from Fayetteville State University and a Master of Science in Counseling with a specialization in Couple & Family Counseling in 2016 from The University of North Carolina at Greensboro. When she’s not in the office, you can catch her walking in the park, watching the latest films and enjoying time with her partner and two children.

Tina Thompson, MSW, LCSW thotina@pccinc.net Perspectives Counseling & Consulting, Inc. was founded in December 2016 by local Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Tina Thompson. Tina’s vision has been to offer the community, including her colleagues in the medical profession, an environment where comprehensive, individualized emotional and behavioral healthcare can be offered in a casual, genuine, and compassionate environment. The goal is always to meet her clients where they are to explore their personal, professional, health-related and other life challenges. Tina’s approach emphasizes individual strengths, internal and external resources and focuses on emotional and behavioral wellness to facilitate her clients becoming the very best version of themselves. She sees therapy as a space to learn and grow and develop enhanced coping skills that will assist her clients in getting through the most immediate stress, while also having emotional, cognitive and behavioral strategies that will help them with future life transitions and challenges.

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Tina Thompson has been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker since 1993, since graduating from Tulane University School of Social Work in New Orleans, LA. Prior to that Tina received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Loyola University in New Orleans, LA. Tina relocated to Burlington, NC in the Fall of 1997, and has worked in both the medical field as a Medical, Oncology & Hospice Social Worker before entering the mental health field in 2001.

Her early years were spent in community mental health agencies and in adolescent group home settings before working on the Alamance Regional Medical Center’s Behavioral Health Unit and then in the outpatient setting of Alamance Regional Psychiatric Associates, part of Cone Health Medical Group.

When out of the office Tina enjoys spending time with family, friends and her pets, DIY projects around her home, reading, gardening and planning trips to take with her favorite people.

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Nancy Dailey, Certified Health & Wellness Coach liftdailey@bellsouth.net Certified Health & Wellness Coaches operate under the knowledge that people want to be well. People long to be in control of their health, to feel good and to have more energy. Unfortunately, there is a huge gap between wanting to be well and the every day reality of living with the physical and mental consequences of overeating, under-exercising and having little down time to recharge.

Nancy

Nancy has a huge passion for helping and encouraging others. Having graduated with a degree in Social Work from Meredith College, she set out in hopes of helping people.

She began that dream while teaching elementary students in Alamance County. For the past eleven years she has worked as a coach for Weight Watchers, guiding and instructing many toward weight loss and health. Nancy is also a certified Pilates instructor and has led classes in the Burlington area for the past six years.

Dailey Coaching, her health and wellness practice, is built on partnering with clients to optimize health and well-being by creating and maintaining healthful lifestyles. She has found that enhancing the client’s motivation, strengths, values and mindset helps them navigate their journey of change. These changes include instilling positivity, hope, optimism and resilience.

Research supports that health and wellness coaching improves life for those with asthma, chronic pain, heart disease, osteoporosis, diabetes, high blood pressure and even those who have survived cancer. Coaching has proven to be effective with those wanting to increase physical activity as well as weight loss.

Lenore Twitty Medical Office Adminstrator Lenore Twitty has been in the healthcare field for 26 years, having previously worked at the Adult Behavioral Medicine Unit at Alamance Regional Medical Center, UNC Women’s Hospital, and as a UNC Health unit Coordinator. Her job is but a title — her service to her patients, her community and her teammates is where she truly finds peace. She enjoys meeting people and inspiring others.

Lenore prides herself in being a good listener, someone who is compassionate and able to empathize with others. She believes every person has value and deserves stability, trust and respect, no matter who they are or what they may be going through. The experiences and stories she carries with her have become the tools she uses daily to enhance the lives of others.

Lenore

“As we therefore have opportunity, let us do good unto all men.” King James Version

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Envision Psychiatry & Wellness Center

our new Burlington Location

2949 Crouse Lane (336) 524-0430

Greenbrook is excited to partner with Dr. Aarti Kapur to bring TMS to Burlington and help those struggling to find relief from depressive symptoms with traditional therapy & medications. TMS therapy provides local electromagnetic stimulation to specific brain regions known to be directly associated with mood regulation, and is covered by most insurance. Treatment is a six-week course consisting of approximately 20 minutes each day and is available Monday through Friday. 70% of patients find relief upon conclusion. Call (855) 998-4867 today to find out if TMS is an option for you and your depression.

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CRIME PREVENTION &

community education

during the holidays

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While it's always wise to follow the guidelines below, it's expecially critical during the holidays, as crime (theft, in particular) is more prevelant than ever during this time.

WHAT EXACTLY IS CRIME PREVENTION? It is the anticipation, recognition, and appraisal of a crime risk and the initiation of some action to remove or reduce it. The Burlington Police Department offers several crime prevention programs that help promote and improve safety for community groups and individuals. Officers provide educational resources and programs to assist those interested in learning more about crime prevention. The goal is to provide educational opportunities for citizens to remove or reduce crime risk.

Visit Crimestoppers for more information on how to report a crime. This Crime Prevention Kit is an excellent resource, and you can visit the National Center for Victims of Crime and the National Crime Prevention Council for additional resources.

TIPS: The City's police department provides many resources on how individuals and communities can work to prevent crime. You can find information on how to avoid scams, prevent motor vehicle break-ins, how you can help officers find your stolen property and spot phony, unsafe electronics. We also provide information on child safety topics such as how to prevent bullying, child seat laws, online safety, and more. You can learn about proper firearm safety and storage and railway safety.

Every year we remind the community of proper safety regarding children returning to school and what the laws are for driving with school buses on the road. If you so need it, the city's alarm ordinances for police and fire can also be found online. You can even read about basic active shooter safety tips, and The Department frequently has officers who can speak on how to respond. Contact The Department if you are interested in having an officer speak at your event.

The Department has a medicine drop box where people can drop off unused medications as well. Each year The Department participates in Prom Promise to show local high school students the importance of driving safely on prom night. It also provides information on how to set up a community watch or request a vacation watch. You can read more about our community involvement and learn how to report crimes by clicking on links provided on The City's official website at: burlingtonnc.gov/1913/Crime-Prevention

Stay safe and take precautions to keep your family, home, businesses and posessions safe this holiday season and all year long

You can even find out what to do if you are stopped by an officer.

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ARIES Yup, colder weather is setting in, but get out the door anyway. When it gets REALLY cold you can sit on the floor of a yoga studio or find a virtual class. You need this right now, Aries.

TAURUS Equity in property investments could be down, but they should recover shortly. Go with the flow and don't believe everything you read or hear.

GEMINI A close friend or romantic partner might not seem communicative today and you might wonder whether this person still cares for you. This is your opportunity to just listen.

CANCER You might be feeling that some things are more trouble than they're worth. Give yourself space to be gloomy for a while and then perk yourself up.

Buy yourself a present.

LEO Responsibilities could be weighing on everyone, including you. The only answer is to pitch in and take care of business. Then treat yourselves afterward!

VIRGO Colder weather tends to make you feel gloomy.

Take care of whatever needs to be done and then treat yourself. Go to a movie or a concert.

Get lost in the experience.

LIBRA Someone your are close to might be delaying a visit with you, causing you to feel trapped while waiting. Distract yourself — it will soon get resolved and you'll be enjoying their company!

SCORPIO You're doing better, financially and emotionally, but you might feel temporarily discouraged. It seems you have to keep working harder to keep up the pace. You'll soon be out of the woods.

SAGITTARIUS Even though you probably look pretty good, more activity will make you feel better about yourself and increase your confidence. You might just feel a bit down right now. Ride it out.

CAPRICORN Today you might feel unloved. Your relationships should be pretty strong, but your biorhythms are down so you might be lacking in confidence.

Call a close friend to get together. Getting out will raise your spirits. By the end of the day you'll feel like your old self again!

AQUARIUS Someone close to you might feel a little down and seek a sympathetic ear. Try to get this person to forget his or her insecurities by just listening and — try to resist giving advice.

PISCES Artistic insights might not come as easily as usual. Relax and let things be, and the ideas will start coming again. Get out of your own way, Pisces, you've got "the right stuff," you just tend to doubt yourself.

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