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— Leaving the door ajar, she darted out in her slippers and bathrobe.Hugging the bag of Oreos, Christie grinned at her mother's face in the window as she skipped past the door.Valerie J. Macon, a writer residing in Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina, finds poetry and prose woven into the fabric of everyday life. With six poetry collections to her name (Shelf Life, Sleeping Rough, A String of Black Pearls, The Shape of Today, Page Turner, and Chasing After the Wind), her work has found expression in a variety of forms from print to podcasts. Currently, she is working on a memoir and is a feature writer for Suburban Living Magazine.

Josh Wredberg shares principles of preaching that can help pastors grow in their ability to convey the truths of Scripture. He talks about the use of illustrations, applying the text with depth, and more. Josh is a member of our network and the lead pastor of Redeemer Community Church in Fuquay-Varina, NC. This talk was originally given at the 2025 Pillar Intensive.

Adam flies solo as he welcomes first time guest Liz Z Pardue to the show. Liz has written a book about the ghosts, legends and lore that inhabit the small town of Fuquay-Varina, NC. We talk about the history of the town and how it sets the stage for the hauntings that occur there. We also delve into some of Liz's personal experiences and some of the investigations she has been on in the town.  If you're ever in Fuquay-Varina stop in for a tour!Tickets are available here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fv-ghost-tours-tickets-1011202362487Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/conspirinormal-podcast/donations

EPISODE 205 DETAILS How Hurricane Helene Affected Cattle Producers & How To Help Plus Beef Industry News  Cattlemen's Groups Help Those Affected By Hurricane Helene Our thoughts and prayers are with the farmers and ranchers impacted by Hurricane Helene and the floods following her path. This Category 4 hurricane affects producers across the Southeast from Florida northward into the Appalachians. Below is a list of resources for cattlemen and women to give and seek aid. North Carolina Cattlemen's Association The N.C. Cattlemen's Association is accepting donations that will be remitted to support recovery efforts through trusted organizations. If you would like to make a donation, please make your check payable to NC Cattlemen's Association, 2228 N Main Street, Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526 and include in the memo- Hurricane Helene Response. Please note that NCCA will not be able to provide a charitable donation receipt.  The NC Baptists on Mission also has the capability to accept donations and coordinate volunteers to help those affected by Hurricane Helene. Donations can be accepted through their website Baptists on Mission - Donations. If you would like to make a donation by check, please make your check payable to NC Baptists on Mission PO Box 1107 Cary, NC 27512 Their NC Disaster Relief is funded primarily by donations. 100% of your designated gift will be used in disaster relief efforts  You must designate that the funds are designated for Hurricane Helene Response- Agriculture Needs if that is your intent or it will go to their general response fund.  If you have groups interested in volunteering to support recovery efforts, we encourage you to work through their volunteer program at Baptists on Mission - Get Involved. They will need support for the coming months to help the western region of our state recover from this devastating storm. We encourage those that have expertise on farms to designate “agriculture” in the skills support section when completing the volunteer engagement form.  Florida Cattlemen's Association Producers in Florida can find resources from the Florida Cattlemen's Association here. For those wanting to donate to relief funds via check, please mail to: Florida Cattlemen's Foundation Hurricane Helene Relief P.O. Box 421929 Kissimmee, FL 34742-199 Georgia Cattlemen's Association To support Georgia cattle producers, donations can be sent via mail to: Georgia Cattlemen's Association 100 Cattlemen's Dr. Macon, GA 31220 Contact Georgia Cattlemen's Association at (478)-474-6560 or gca@gabeef.org. Latest Beef Industry News Strike Shuts Ports On East, Gulf Coasts Agricultural exports screeched to a halt Tuesday as dock workers walking off the job on the East and Gulf coasts, after the International Longshoremen's Association's contract expired Tuesday at midnight. The poultry industry — concentrated in southeastern states and still reeling from Hurricane Helene — could be hardest hit in the meat sector, but extended port closures would quickly be felt nationwide, with 13% of beef, 15% of poultry, and 25% of pork production exported annually. Erin Borror, U.S. Meat Export Federation vice president for economic analysis, said that the strike-hit Eastern and Southern ports are responsible for at least $100 million a week worth of pork and beef exports, with a typically faster pace of outbound shipments in the fourth quarter. Senators Introduce Bill To Amend Federal Meat Inspection Act U.S. Sen. Peter Welch, D-Vt., along with Sens. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., and Cory Booker, D-N.J., introduced the Livestock Owned by Communities to Advance Local (LOCAL) Foods Act. The legislation aims to amend the Federal Meat Inspection Act of 1906 to support small-scale meat producers in rural areas by updating the "personal-use exemption." The bill would allow consumers to purchase live animals from local producers and designate agents for slaughter and processing, easing bottlenecks caused by the limited number of USDA-inspected slaughterhouses. The move is intended to help small farmers avoid delays and continue providing locally sourced food to their communities. Welch said the legislation would cut through regulations that favor large-scale operations, ensuring small producers remain competitive. The bill is supported by several farming organizations, including the Farm Action Fund and the National Family Farm Coalition, as a way to boost local food access and protect farmers' rights to sell directly to consumers. Cheap Burgers Becoming Harder To Find According to a report from Bloomberg, the rising cost of beef is pushing burgers out of reach for many Americans, as the price of fast food continues to climb. In the second quarter of 2024, the average fast-food burger cost $8.41, a 16% increase from five years ago, according to Technomic's Ignite Menu data. Even McDonald's has seen prices surge, with a Big Mac averaging $5.29 — up 21% since 2019. The report said the root of the issue lies in dwindling cattle numbers, which hit a 73-year low in early 2024. Severe droughts, beginning in 2020, have forced ranchers to reduce herds, further driving up prices. While recent rainfall has improved conditions, higher interest rates and operating costs have made it too expensive for ranchers to rebuild herds quickly. Beef prices are expected to rise until at least 2026, with long-term challenges posed by climate change. 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Recorded September 17th, 2024Adam flies solo as he welcomes first time guest Liz Z Pardue to the show. Liz has written a book about the ghosts, legends and lore that inhabit the small town of Fuquay- Varina, NC. We talk about the history of the town and how it sets the stage for the hauntings that occur there. We also delve into some of Liz's personal experiences and some of the investigations she has been on in the town.If you're ever in Fuquay-Varina stop in for a tour!Tickets are available here:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fv-ghost-tours-tickets-1011202362487Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/conspirinormal-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

I'm joined once again by my pal and founder of Original Strength, Tim Anderson, to discuss a whole heapin' helpin' of epic stuff - namely: * Tim's new facility and the expanded crawling space * Crawling techniques and challenges * John Brookfield's influence and training philosophy * Upcoming Original Strength events and workshops * Fuquay-Varina and the local community * The impact and effectiveness of Original Strength * Passion and effective sales/marketing techniques * Cultural and language learning considerations Final thoughts and contact information Check Tim out online at the following totally digital locations:  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@OriginalStrengthSystem  Website: https://originalstrength.net/  Also, be sure to get your hands on my FREE 9-Minute Kettlebell and Bodyweight Challenge here: http://www.9MinuteChallenge.com

June marks the one-year anniversary of the opening of the Hope Center for Youth and Family Crisis's behavioral health urgent care service in Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina.   On the latest Conversations with KidsPeace podcast, host Bob Martin talks with Executive Director Tammy Margeson and Customer Relations Liaison Michele Chassner about the lessons learned in the past year - and the possibility that the Hope Center model could be duplicated in North Carolina and beyond.

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You know when I think back to my early days of making jewelry, I could give you the names of two people in particular I followed and admired. Jess Cote would be one of the two, though for years I only knew her by her business name, Rosy Revolver. Even in her early years, she had a signature style that clearly defined her brand. I've really enjoyed following Jess over the years. Her work is ever evolving, yet distinctively displays her finger prints as the artist. When I think of her workin recent years, I see layers of metal punctuated with color and detail. And when it comes to those little details, I distinctively remember when she introduced a series with hundreds of small silver dots and circle. I humbly bow to her patience and dedication to exploring her craft. She has far more patience than I ever will. And I think it's this love of detail combined with her signature style and superb execution that has pulled in so many loyal fans. I've quietly admired Jess from the sidelines, and I was even a bit nervous to reach out to her to see if she would be interested in coming on Slowmade. I was so thrilled when she agreed to sit down with me for a chat that I'm sure I let out a squeal. During our conversation you'll hear Jess talk about the importance of self examination in understanding her “why” and she is keenly aware of how her past continues to inform her artistic vision. She also talks about the importance of leaning into your why and showing up on the days you can't find inspiration. Jess has a lot on her plate most days. She is a busy mama, animal wrangler, artist, course creator, and all around magical one woman show. You'll here her talk about the challenges of keeping it together when you're doing all of things. I know you're going to have some good things to chew on after listening to this conversation. I'm still digesting. Jess wanted to share information regarding a scholarship opportunity for Heart of the Maker. Click here to view a recent video about the HOTM scholarship and here to go to the form where you can nominate a fellow maker for the scholarship for the Summer 2024 cohort. About Jess... Jessica Jordan Coté is a southern metalsmith from Fuquay Varina, North Carolina.  Largely self-taught in the realm of metal fabrication, she has been smithing full time since 2008 and teaching around the country since 2012.  Jessica is the lone figure behind the brand Rosy Revolver, an unflinching line of feminine statement jewelry.  She is a wife, mother, animal enthusiast and lover of all things vintage. Instagram: @rosyrevolver Website: rosyrevolver.com If this podcast means something to you and you would like to support it, please take a a moment to give it a few kinds word with a written review on your favorite podcast listening platform. This helps me share the podcast with others. You can also share a favorite episode or consider joining our Slowmade Podcast Patreon community. You support literally makes this podcast possible. Thank you so much! You can follow along or reach out to Christine on Instagram: @christinemighion or send her an email at: info@christinemighion.com    

Meagan has a new co-host today! Rebecca, a pelvic floor physical therapist and a VBAC Link doula located in Georgia joins Meagan while our friend Hannah from North Carolina shares her birth stories. This episode stresses again the true importance of not just a supportive provider, but of a supportive practice including hospital policies, the team of rotating providers, and the nurses. Hannah shows how her borderline preeclamptic symptoms were treated very differently between her first and second births. Her first practice had many red flags she didn't notice until her second practice showed green flag after green flag throughout her entire journey. Rebecca also shares her expertise surrounding pelvic floor PT– who needs it and how it can impact birth outcomes. She also debunks myths about small pelvises and talks in depth about scar tissue. Both women share such valuable tips that we know you will love!Real Food for Pregnancy by Lily NicholsNeeded WebsiteHow to VBAC: The Ultimate Prep Course for ParentsFull Transcript under Episode Details 03:11 Review of the Week05:13 Hannah's stories08:17 Higher blood pressure readings and induction10:26 Induction due to high blood pressure readings11:52 Interventions and not being able to move during labor16:50 Hannah's C-section19:36 Rebecca's thoughts about pelvic bone structure22:42 Second pregnancy29:01 A medically necessary induction33:27 Ending the first full day of induction38:03 Pushing for 20 minutes39:59 Hannah's advice to listeners - provider support and nutrition44:17 Small pelvises and scar tissue50:13 Other scar tissue that can affect positioningMeagan: Hey, hey Women of Strength. It is Meagan and guess what? We have a cohost today, a new cohost who has never been with us and we are so excited that she is joining us. We have Rebecca Goldberg on our podcast today. Hello, Rebecca. Rebecca: Hello. Meagan: Thank you for taking the time and being with us. Rebecca: Yeah. I really love the resources and the community and I'm just thrilled to be here. Meagan: Well, we are excited and for anyone wondering who Rebecca is, she is an amazing human being. She actually does a lot in pelvic PT and is one of our VBAC-certified doulas. She's in Georgia. Rebecca: Yep. I'm in Atlanta, the Decatur area. Meagan: Decatur area. Is that where you serve mainly? Rebecca: Yeah. I have people who come to me from all over. Some people are traveling up to an hour or an hour and a half, but I actually can go to people's homes who are directly in my area. So, people who are post-C-section, I can come to you as early as the day you are discharged. I can work with you deal with pain, make sure you know what needs to happen, and help you do all of the things. That's where my passion really lies. Meagan: I love that. I love that and for VBAC, how early for pelvic floor and stuff? How early can you start working with them? Rebecca: As soon as they have gotten home. If they are planning on getting pregnant again, we can start building that into what our plans are so that we are starting that process earlier rather than later and you're more likely to have results that when you are ready to get pregnant, you can just get pregnant. Meagan: Love it. Awesome. Well, thank you, thank you for being here. 03:11 Review of the WeekMeagan: You guys, as usual, we have a Review of the Week. You don't have to listen to me stumble upon the review. Rebecca will read it. I'm sure she will do a lot better than I normally do. Rebecca: Well, this review is from Apple Podcasts and it's from semicrunchyyogi. I love that name. The review says, “My personal VBAC journey was actually directly influenced by Meagan Heaton, one of the hosts on this podcast. She was my doula with my second baby, my 10-pound VBAC baby.” Whoa. Meagan: Woo, yeah. Rebecca: “When she started this podcast, I knew it would be something special. I will always be passionate about VBAC and making sure women are given options, respect, and support through their birth journeys. This podcast does just that. This podcast is so needed and addresses important myths about VBAC and birth. Thank you so much, Julie and Meagan, for using your passion to support other women. You two are amazing examples of Women of Strength.” And then there's a heart. Meagan: Aww, I love that. Thank you semicrunchyyogi. Rebecca: Yogi, yeah. Meagan: That is awesome. Thank you so much. 05:13 Hannah's storiesMeagan: Okay, you guys. We have our friend, Hannah, from North Carolina so if you are from North Carolina, listen up. I feel like it's so important for us to start talking about where all of these Women of Strength are coming from because there are so many of us out there in the world who want to know where these people are because finding a supportive provider we know can be challenging. We have our friend, Hannah, from North Carolina sharing her amazing VBAC story. For anyone wondering a little bit more in relation to her story, she had preeclampsia I think actually with her both. Is that correct? Hannah: Yeah. With my first, they qualified it as gestational hypertension and then my second was preeclampsia. Meagan: So your VBAC was actually preeclamptic. Hannah: Yes.  Meagan: Awesome. Okay. That is something that we see a lot in our community. People are wondering if VBAC is possible with preeclampsia. We don't actually have a lot of stories on the podcast. In fact, you may be one of the first actually sharing in almost 300 episodes which is kind of sad. Hannah: Wow. Meagan: So we are really excited to talk about this, and you did have that CPD diagnosis like so many of us. Yeah. I'm going to welcome you on to share your stories. Hannah: Yeah, well thank you so much for having me. I've been listening for a while and I'm so excited to be here. I do live in the Triangle region of North Carolina. I'm just south of Raleigh in a town called Fuquay-Varina. A lot of people probably won't recognize that name, but if you are in the Raleigh/Durham/Chapel Hill area, I do have a great recommendation for a supportive provider there. Meagan: Is that more of a rural area? Hannah: It used to be pretty rural and just in the last 10-15 years, it's exploded. We're getting a Target and that's a big deal for us. Meagan: Yay! Every place is better with a Target. Hannah: Yes. Yes. Agreed. Meagan: Awesome. Okay, yeah. Let's hear about your 6-year-old, the one that you just started listening to the podcast after. Hannah: Yeah. Yeah, just to jump in, I had my first son in July of 2017 and I was a first-time mom. I went to a midwife practice, but they were midwives who delivered at the hospital that was closest to where I lived. I had been seeing them for a few years just for my general well-woman check-up. I liked them. I felt like I had a good rapport with them, so I stuck with that. My pregnancy was good. I was working full-time. I was a traveling salesperson at the time. That got to be a little tricky towards the end. In my third trimester, I started swelling. They were like, “Oh, we just need to keep an eye on this. It could be normal. If it gets coupled with high blood pressure, then it might be concerning.” 08:17 Higher blood pressure readings and inductionHannah: Around 35 weeks, I did have high blood pressure readings. Just on the side, I have a history of white coat syndrome even as a teenager. My blood pressure would shoot up in the office so that's always been an issue for me and I was concerned about that for pregnancy because I knew high blood pressure, pregnancy, high risk, and I was hoping for an intervention-free birth in the hospital. Meagan: Yeah. Hannah: I did all of the things, I thought. I had a doula. I had read Ina May Gaskin. Meagan: Guide to Childbirth. Hannah: Yes. I did HypnoBabies. Meagan: You were very prepared. Hannah: Yes. I felt very prepared but I think I didn't have the understanding. I just heard midwife and I just thought, “Oh, natural birth.” I didn't research the hospital too much so I just didn't know what I didn't know. At 35 weeks, they diagnosed me with gestational hypertension. They were pretty aggressive in their management of it. They told me, “You are done working. You are not going back to work. You are on bedrest.” Basically, they said, “You can shower, use the bathroom, and make yourself food, but other than that, you should be lying down and we will definitely induce you by your due date at the latest.” Meagan: Do you remember what your readings were reflecting at that time? Hannah: Yes. I think in the office, it would be maybe 140/85 or 90 but then at home, I had my own cuff and they were reading normal like 118/70 and stuff like that. Meagan: Interesting. So definitely some white coat syndrome maybe and then they were pushing the induction when overall, your pressures were probably pretty regular. Hannah: Yes. That was just, I don't know. It was hard to know what was the right thing to do in that situation because I was a first-time mom. I don't want to put my baby at risk. Eventually, they agreed to induce me. I went in the night before my due date. I had been going in for extra monitoring. I had NSTs and biophysical profiles, so everything was good. They just, because I had that gestational hypertension label, they wanted me to deliver by my due date. I did go into the hospital the night before my due date. I think I was maybe a centimeter dilated, 50% effaced. I did the whole Foley bulb overnight. They thought, “Oh, that's going to stay in for 12 hours.” They put it in and then within an hour and a half, it comes out and I'm 4 centimeters dilated. Meagan: That's awesome.Hannah: Yeah. It got off to a good note. They were like, “Oh, this is going to go great. You're going to do great tomorrow.” I'm like, “Oh, okay.” I tried to get sleep. Everyone knows in the hospital even with an ambian, you don't sleep. My doula came the next morning. I believe they started Pitocin around 7:00 AM. I really was hoping not to get the epidural. I just had this fear of that cascade of interventions. I did know about that and I just felt like, “Okay. I'm going to try to do everything I can to keep that from happening,” because a C-section was something I was very fearful of. I'm an only child. My mom delivered me via C-section. It was a hard delivery and I just had always had a fear of that being my story. 11:52 Interventions and not being able to move during laborHannah: Things were going fine on the Pitocin. I was working through the contractions. They were just very odd. They didn't want me out of the bed. Thankfully, I did have my doula there. She was like, “Just stand next to the bed. Sit on the birth ball,” but they were just treating me like someone with severe preeclampsia would be treated and that just was not my case. Even they didn't really want me getting up to go to the bathroom a lot. They were telling me I couldn't walk the halls. I couldn't use the shower. It was very odd. So around noon, the midwife says, “Hey, I want to break your water.” I said, “I'm really not comfortable with that. I think I'm making a whole lot of progress. I've only been on Pitocin for a few hours. I'd really not have my water broken.” She says, “Well, you're here to be induced for a reason. We need to speed this up, so I would really like to break your water.”  Meagan: Oh dear. Hannah: Yeah. That's really where things started going downhill for me. I didn't really understand at the time, a doula can't say, “Hey, she said she doesn't want that done. She doesn't want that.” But I also didn't really get the support I needed I guess in that moment when I was vulnerable. I didn't really have anyone to say, “Hey, do you want to talk for a minute and come back to this?” So I did agree. I mean, I guess verbally I agreed. I didn't feel like I was agreeing, but she broke my water and after that, I just remember things intensified so much. I remember by around 3:00 PM being in excruciating pain and that's when I asked for the epidural. It took two hours for them to bring it. I finally got the epidural and I just immediately fell asleep because we had been there for probably 20 hours at this point.Meagan: Were you feeling any specific discomfort in the back? Were there any signs that maybe baby would have been in a poor position after the floodgates opened? Hannah: It's interesting. That actually will come up once the C-section is performed. We were told at my– I think I had a biophysical profile at 39 weeks and the tech was like, “Oh, your baby is posterior,” but I didn't really understand what that meant. But when he was delivered, they did say he was in the anterior position, so I just remember contractions being unbearable and I think it was because of the level of Pitocin I was on. They just ramped it up. I even remember at one point, the midwife saying to me– so once I had the epidural, I'm laying down resting, I had asked for a peanut ball, but no one really helped me with it. My doula tried to but I don't know. The nurse I got that day was not very helpful. Then my poor husband is usually my rock. He is so strong, but he just was like a deer in the headlights because it was his first time going through this and it was just rough. Hannah: So finally, that night at 8:00 PM, the midwife comes and checks. She's like, “Yeah, you're still only 4 centimeters dilated. I think the baby is developing a caput.” How do you say it?  Meagan: A caput. Which is interesting. At 4 centimeters, do you remember how low your baby was? Because at 4 centimeters, baby getting caput, baby must have been coming low.Hannah: And that's the thing, he wasn't. He was still at a -2 station. Meagan: Huh. So not even engaged. Hannah: Yeah. So I don't know. She was like, “You know, I really think you need a C-section. I think your pelvis is too small.” I was like, “Okay. Wow. That was not something I'd ever been told in all of these years of going to this practice.” She was like, “So that would be my recommendation. I could give you one more hour.” I said, “Okay.” I'm crying at this point. I'm like, “In your professional opinion, do you think an hour would make a difference?” She said, “No.” Again, I did ultimately agree to that C-section. I signed off on it, but I was very upset. This isn't what I want. I was honestly so out of it at this point. It's hard to remember some of it. Yeah. As soon as I agreed, they came in there. They give you the form. They are wheeling you down the hall. There was never really an issue of my baby being in distress. It just was kind of like, “Oh, you've been here for a while. You're not progressing. Let's just go ahead and do a C-section,” and then her commenting that my pelvis was too small. 16:50 Hannah's C-sectionHannah: I go to the operating room. Everything goes pretty standard, but my husband does go to stand up when they are delivering the baby. He was like, “Great. I wanted to see it.” As the doctor goes to pull the baby out, she says, “Oh. I've never seen this before.” She's been in practice for 25 years. It turned out my son had the umbilical cord wrapped around both hands and both feet and then that was together. Meagan: Oh. Hannah: She said, “Oh, your baby is tied.” Meagan: Wow. Hannah: Yeah, so it's like, “Okay. It does make sense why he wasn't descending.”Meagan: Yeah. Hannah: He's good. I'm good. I did have a hard recovery. They tried to show him to me. I start vomiting on the operating table and then it just gets blurry from there. It was just really hard. I don't remember holding him for the first time in the recovery room. All of it is very blurry until the next morning. Yeah, but overall, recovery went well. I had a very hard time breastfeeding him. He was a very, very tense baby– tongue tie, lip tie, and all of that, so that was stressful. Meagan: Man, you had a lot. That was a lot. Hannah: Yeah. It was hard. Meagan: Yeah. It's kind of interesting because knowing that, “Oh, yeah your baby was really wound up in here,” that would make more sense than just diagnosing you with CPD. Hannah: Yes. That's what I thought. I was like, “Okay.” The midwife was saying that during labor. Maybe she just thought that because I wasn't progressing, baby wasn't descending. So then at my six-week checkup, I asked to see the doctor who delivered my son in the surgery. I saw her and I was just debriefing with her. I said, “Do you think that was the reason he couldn't come out?” She was like, “Yeah, probably.” But then she didn't even really examine me. I had to ask. I was like, “Are you going to check my C-section scar? Are you going to do an internal? What am I here for?” She was like, “Yeah, fine. I can do that.” She goes, “Oh, no. You have a flat pubic bone. You shouldn't even try to have a VBAC,” then basically walks out of the room as I'm crying. Meagan: Oh my gosh. I have a question for Rebecca in here and pelvic floor and stuff. Do you see flat pubic bones and is that truly something that causes an issue?19:36 Rebecca's thoughts about pelvic bone structureRebecca: I can't imagine so. I mean, if you think about the way that the baby comes down, the pubic bones are not super involved. You have the pubic symphysis which is the little cartilage between the pubic bones. That gets soft just like all of our other joints due to relaxin and that makes everything moveable. There are people who even have that separate. The shape of the pubic bones– it just seems a little bit odd to me. Meagan: Yeah. Yeah. Interesting. I mean, I'm thinking that I can put my fingers exactly where I felt when mine did start to separate and I have a wonky pelvis too. My pelvis goes all funky. It's just so interesting to me to always hear that providers jump right to, “Your bones are not good enough.”Hannah: Yeah. Yeah. That was so hard to hear because it was like, “Oh, something is wrong with me. It's my fault.” Then a midwife who I was closer with there, when I saw her when my baby was about 6 months old for just my annual exam, I asked her about that comment. She said, “Oh, I think what she was saying is you have a narrow pelvic arch.” Okay. Meagan: Okay, all right. 22:42 Second pregnancyMeagan: Did you go into this next pregnancy feeling doubtful of your pelvis?Hannah: Oh absolutely. Yes. Yeah. I definitely was very nervous. I mean, I remember searching through groups on Facebook or the Babysitter App “Flat pubic bone, narrow pelvic arch” to see if anyone else had been diagnosed with that and gone on to successfully have a VBAC. Meagan: Right, yeah. So baby #2. Hannah: Yep. I ended up actually getting pregnant when my first son was about 3 years old. I literally had just been dreaming about having a VBAC since my first son was born. I feel so thankful that I found your podcast, the Facebook community of The VBAC Link and I also found my local ICAN group who just was so helpful in finding my new provider. I switched to that new provider before I even got pregnant just because I knew I was not going back to that first practice ever for anything. Meagan: Yeah. That's actually something I suggest highly. A lot of the time, we don't think about finding that provider until we are pregnant, but finding a provider when we're not pregnant is kind of weird. There is this vulnerability that we don't have. We have this– it sounds silly– tougher skin when we're not pregnant. Hannah: No, I totally get that. Meagan: You're in a different headspace. You're like, “No, I already know I'm not going back to this person. I'm going to find this new person and go now.” Hannah: Yeah. So thankfully, I did find them. The hospital was a 45-minute drive so it was a big difference from my first where the hospital was only 20 minutes away, but that was so worth it to me. I was pregnant during COVID. I got pregnant in September 2020, so things were weird anyway. Appointments were more spaced out. Some of them were virtual. I feel bad saying this because I know so many people had a hard time with not having their husbands or partners come with them to appointments, but it actually was kind of nice that I didn't have to go in as much just because of my anxiety with the doctor's office. But I really did like the midwives that I was seeing at this new practice and the issue about my blood pressure did get brought up. I had a couple of high readings early on in the pregnancy. I think I went to my first appointment around 13 weeks in person and definitely had a high reading. It sounded like they actually believed me this time though. When I told them about the white coat syndrome and my past, they took my word and were like, “We get it. We see it all the time. Have a blood pressure monitor at home and if you could at your next appointment, bring it in. We'll test your blood pressure on that and on the machine just to make sure it's accurate.” Just with that, I felt so validated. Rebecca: I was just going to say that's really wonderful that your providers did that and they just accepted you at your word. That's really beautiful. Hannah: Yeah. I felt like that was such a difference. People talk about red flags all the time, but I felt like that was a green flag like, “Okay. This is someone who is actually listening to me as a patient.” Things went great. I actually got to a point where my readings in the office were normal. I think just from feeling more relaxed and more supported. I brought up the whole small pelvis thing. I had several midwives say, “I don't believe that. We hear that all the time. We're not going to worry about that.” So everything went great up until about 37 weeks when I got COVID. Thank God I did not have a hard time with it at all. It was a sinus infection, but I missed my 37-week appointment then when I went in for my 38-week appointment, my blood pressure was elevated so that was concerning for them given my history. Meagan: That's interesting. I'm curious if it was correlated at all, or if it was just your history because sometimes we know if we've got preeclampsia in the past, we may be more likely to have it in the future, but I'm curious if that's related at all. Hannah: I know. I know. I've wondered that and it's so hard because I don't think I'll ever definitively know, but it seems like, “Oh, you were fine at 36 weeks. You get COVID at 37 weeks and then high blood pressure the next week.” But I was also going through some other stressful things. I had a family member pass away. I had a situation with my dog where he almost passed away and that's like my first baby. Oh, and then I broke my foot at 36 weeks pregnant. Meagan: Oh my gosh. Oh my gosh. Hannah: Yeah. I know. Meagan: Holy cow. Hannah: It sounds insane. It sounds insane, but anyway. Meagan: That's a lot to endure right before your birth. Hannah: Yeah, so I'm like, it probably wasn't the COVID, it probably was the stress. Sorry, I'm laughing but that's just my way of dealing with stress. So I go to that appointment and they go, “Ooh, your blood pressure is high.” They did do an NST on the baby and unfortunately, I feel like this happens to me and other people a lot. This midwife that particular day I had not met yet and she was definitely one of the more strict ones. She was like, “You know, I really think you need to go to the hospital to be monitored.” I was like, “Well, let's do the NST. Let's see how that goes.” They had taken my bloodwork. I was like, “Can we just wait and see what the bloodwork comes back as?” She kind of gave me a hard time about that. She was like, “You don't want to leave here not knowing if your baby is okay.” I'm like, “I feel like my baby is fine.” I remember calling my doula on the way home just hysterical about her saying that and thankfully, my doula was amazing and just like, “Don't worry about it. They are checking your blood. Everything will be fine.” I did go home. I rested. Thankfully, my older son was with my mother-in-law, but then that evening, I got a call and they were like, “Hannah, you are showing some signs in your labs on the actual bloodwork of borderline preeclampsia,” is what they were saying. 29:01 A medically necessary inductionHannah: This was a different midwife than I was seeing earlier in the day. She said, “I do think you need to come to the hospital and have a baby tonight.” That was really scary for me in that moment. Meagan: Yeah, it's hard because you are like, “This is not what I wanted.” It's hard to mentally go back to the same beginning in a way. Hannah: Yeah. Yeah. I mean, I just remember calling my husband. He was still at work and I was just hysterical. I was like, “This is going to end in a C-section again. This is exactly what I was worried about.” He thankfully was so calming and was like, “You can't think like that. Let's just go and see what happens.” He comes home. We pack our stuff up and we drive the 45 minutes to the hospital. We get there and I'm just very distressed by having the sweetest midwife who just sat on the bed with me and was holding my hand and was like, “Look, it's going to be okay. Everything is going to be fine. We're going to do everything in our power to get you this VBAC. Do not let this make you feel like that's not happening now.” So that was so comforting and being 38 weeks, I was not dilated at all. I think I was maybe 50% effaced and the baby was at -2 station so we definitely had to do the whole Foley bulb again which for anyone who has had that done–Meagan: So you have a Foley placed with a closed cervix. Hannah: Yeah. Meagan: You're a champ. That is definitely something that is not super comfortable for the listeners to know, but it is possible even though a lot of providers say it's not. Hannah: Yeah, and I hear that a lot. I guess I just got very fortunate with the midwife who was on call. They definitely did give me some medication to help me relax. Meagan: Fentanyl or something? Hannah: Actually Adavan.Meagan: Oh Adavan?Hannah: I have very bad anxiety anyway and they gave me that to help me relax which it did. They got that inserted and it was so weird because the time I was expecting the same thing with my first, “Oh, it comes out in an hour and a half.” It didn't. It was there for the whole 12 hours. The next morning, they started Pitocin. Eventually, I think they just took the Foley bulb out and I think at that point I was maybe 3 centimeters dilated. I was on Pitocin for 5 or 6 hours but it was just so crazy to me because even with it being COVID times, I was allowed to walk around the halls. I had wireless monitoring. They even let me get in the bathtub in the room. It was just so different from the experience that I had at the hospital with my first. I just really loved their process. They, of course, were kind of concerned with the preeclampsia diagnosis, but since my labs were staying stable, my blood pressures weren't rising, I think they were probably in the 140s/high 80s-low 90s range, they really did let me take it slow since there wasn't a major concern for me or the baby's health in regards to the blood pressure. I remember they even turned my Pitocin off for a little bit this afternoon and one of the midwives was like, “Hey, this is something that may not work, but would you be willing to take some Tums? There is research showing that it could possibly reset your oxytocin receptors in your uterus.” I remember her being like, “It sounds kind of woo, but it's worth a try.” Meagan: I have never heard of this. I am fascinated. Tums resetting our oxytocin. Hannah: Yeah. It's crazy. The research is there if you just Google “Tums, Pitocin”Meagan: Oxytocin receptors. Okay, you keep sharing. I'm going to dive into this for a bit because I've been a doula for 10 years and I've never heard of this and I love it. This is cool. All right, keep going. Hannah: Yeah. I took the Tums. We turned the Pitocin off for a little bit. They were like, “Try to rest. Eat a snack.” That was the other thing. They were so encouraging of me eating and drinking whereas my first birth, they were like, “You can't have anything but ice chips.” We did turn the Pitocin back on for about 6 hours that evening. 33:27 Ending the first full day of inductionHannah: I think at the end of that day– so this was the first full day of induction, I was still around 4 centimeters. I had a new nurse come on and a new midwife comes on. They were just so awesome. I definitely had an emotional breakdown at that point. My awesome doula had been with me and my husband all day. She went home for the evening to get some rest. They were like, “What do you want to do? You are looking good. Baby is looking good.” My water was still intact at that point. I was like, “I just want to sleep tonight. I know if I do not sleep tonight, I'm not going to have the energy to finish this birth.” It was amazing because the charge nurse did not want me to stop the Pitocin and my midwife and my nurse basically went to bat for me. They were like, “No. She's fine. We're going to give her Benadryl. We're going to let her sleep. We're turning the Pitocin off. And that's what we did. I slept. I actually got to rest that night. They came back at 5:00 AM and rehung the Pit. I did agree to my water being broken at 8:00 AM because at this point, we had been in the hospital for almost 36 hours and baby needed to come out. That just in and of itself, I felt like that was my choice. No one ever pressured me. It was all my choice. I did agree to my water being broken. That was around probably 9:00 AM and I just continued laboring. It was great. I remember I had my bathroom. There are no windows in there and I had my fairy lights and my music playing and my doula had essential oils diffusing and that was my cave. I felt like I could go in there and just shut out being at the hospital and really focus on labor, sitting on the toilet, and eventually, I did get to a point around 1:00 where I started to have a hard time coping. I was like, “You know, I don't know if I want to do this anymore.” I gave it another hour and I was like, “Okay. I need the epidural.” I did get the epidural around 2:00 that day. It was just amazing because even getting the epidural, the nurses were like, “Hey, let's put you in throne position. Let's pull out the stirrups and get one leg up. In 30 minutes, let's switch to the other leg. Let's get the peanut ball.” I felt like they were doing all of these things to help me that I had never experienced in my first birth. I felt like they wanted me to have the birth that I was desiring so badly almost as much as I did. Meagan: I love them already. I don't even know that. Hannah: I know. I know. Can I say who it is? The hospital I was at was actually the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and it was the UNC midwives who was my practice that I delivered with but even the nurses at that hospital are just amazing. They were all literal angels. I love them. Meagan: We will make sure that they are on our provider list. Hannah: Yes. Yes. They are wonderful. So that went on. I think around maybe 6:00 I was checked and I was hanging around 5 centimeters. I got really discouraged at that point. I was like, “You know, maybe I just can't do it. Maybe my body is just not going to dilate.” But they weren't worried. They just kept helping me move and then I do remember shift change happened. A new nurse comes on and a new midwife. This was probably the 5th shift change by the time we had been in there and the midwife came in and checked me. She was like, “Oh, you're 6 centimeters.” I remember so many stories of women being like, “The first 5 are the hardest.” Meagan: Mhmm. Hannah: I was like, “Okay. Maybe that's true.” Then literally, at 9:40, the midwife came back, checked me, and she was like, “How far dilated do you hope you are?” I'm thinking, “Well, gosh. I hope at least a 7 or 8.” She had a tear and she was like, “You are 10 centimeters.”  Meagan: Oh yay! Hannah: Yes. I started bawling and it was so crazy because my first son was born at 9:42 PM and that was right about when I was 10 centimeters. For some reason, I knew if I could make it to 10 centimeters, I knew I could push my baby out. The pushing him out was not the part that I was scared of. It was like, “Oh, is my body going to be able to get to that point?” But yeah. I remember my husband and doula being so excited because they brought in the cart and they brought in a mirror and I started pushing. It's just so crazy thinking back to that seeing that happening. 38:03 Pushing for 20 minutesHannah: I pushed for 20 minutes and both of my boys were a surprise. We didn't know what gender they would be. 20 minutes later, my second beautiful baby boy was born healthy, screaming, put directly on my chest and it was one of the best moments of my entire life. Meagan: Oh my gosh. I love this story. I love all of the support and all of the love and all of the amp that was just completely surrounded around you and then you had the confidence in your body at that end where you were like, “Okay. I've got this.” 20 minutes? Hannah: Yeah. I was like, “Oh, here's my small pelvis with my flat pubic bone.” Meagan: Yeah. I love that so much. Do you know what? I just was looking at our provider list and guess what? It says that UNC midwives are on our list and it says specifically that they are also VBA2C supportive. Hannah: Yeah. I think that's the only hospital in our area that generally will support after two Cesareans. Meagan: So awesome. I'm glad that they are on the list. I wanted to make sure because they sound phenomenal. I would love to connect with one of them and just have them on the podcast honestly and say, “Talk to me about your unit and your guys' way of thinking. This is the way so many people want to birth when they are birthing in the hospital, but we don't have these options and we don't have these systems and we don't have these policies or these beliefs or whatever” because they sound amazing.Hannah: They are. I know they are on Instagram just @uncmidwives so they are easy to find. Meagan: Okay. I might be messaging them. Hannah: If anyone is a Tar Heels fan out there, that was a big portion there too. My husband was like, “Our baby was born at Chapel Hill.” That's a big thing for North Carolina people. Meagan: That is so awesome. Oh my gosh. 39:59 Hannah's advice to listeners - provider support and nutritionMeagan: Any advice that you would give to someone who especially is preeclamptic with induction and all of these things? Do you have any advice that you would give to our listeners?Hannah: Yeah. I mean, number one, and I feel like you guys really help express this, but a supportive provider. Evidence shows that induction for VBAC can be safe. Of course, do we want an unnecessary induction? No, not ever, but in a situation like mine where preeclampsia is a concern, that shouldn't exclude you from being able to have a VBAC. Meagan: Mhmm. Hannah: I think asking a provider those questions maybe before you even get pregnant, “Would you induce for VBAC? Under what circumstances? What is your VBAC rate?” That's what I would tell women who are looking for that. Meagan: I love that and I agree. I would echo that asking those questions and not being scared to ask them because you deserve to know and you deserve to find the provider who is going to connect with you personally and your desires because we know through talking to Dr. Fox and all of these other providers, not every provider is the same and that's okay. That doesn't make them a bad provider. They just may not be supportive of your desires. Hannah: Mhmm. Meagan: With your first one, I feel like you had more of that med-wife mentality. Hannah: Yes. I found that word after I had him and I was like, “Oh, that makes sense.” Meagan: Yes. What else were you going to say?Hannah: Just going back to preeclampsia, the other thing I would say that I didn't know a whole lot about with my second or first pregnancy was how much nutrition affects preeclampsia. I believe you've had someone on your podcast who has discussed that before just how there are so many things you are told like, “You shouldn't be eating salt,” and actually, that's not true. You shouldn't be eating processed food, but women in pregnancy need salt so I did find there's the Brewer diet. I think that can be– I've heard amazing stories about that from women who have had preeclampsia in the past. There is a nutritionist I follow on Instagram. She is Aloha Nutrition and she is pregnant with twins right now. I think she is almost 40 weeks old. Her blood pressure has been awesome and she attributes it to beetroot. Meagan: Uh-huh. Okay, yes. I've had a client who had preeclampsia with her first really, really early, and beets and liver, and these types of things really impact. I mean, that's why I personally and I'm throwing in a shameless plug here, but that is why I personally love Needed so much because they have really dove in to find out what nutrients you need and help you get it because there are so many of these nutrients that are lacking in our day-to-day foods and it's overwhelming to learn about them and find them and then find the good resource of where to get them. It really can be impactful just like Aloha Nutrition is showing. It's very common with twins to get that high blood pressure. Hannah: Yeah, so I think nutrition is huge and I think that's just one of the really big problems is that we are not being looked at as a whole person when we are pregnant. It's just that we are being looked at, “Oh, you have preeclampsia. This is what the research shows,” but so much of that research is outdated and they are not focusing on those foundations like nutrition that are so important during pregnancy. Meagan: Absolutely. Yeah. It was Lily Nichols who I had on, but she has more about gestational diabetes. She also has her book for pregnancy in general and I would highly suggest checking that book out. Rebecca: I recommend it to all pregnant moms. It's on my bookshelf. I love it. Meagan: Same. She really is so incredible. I could talk to her for hours and hours and hours on nutrition and pregnancy and how impactful it is. I mean, yeah. It's just so hard. We have so much processed stuff going on in our worlds and it's easy and it's fast, but yeah. We are lacking a lot so I love that you put that note in. 44:17 Small pelvises and scar tissueMeagan: And then Rebecca, at the end of this, I wanted to talk a little bit about the pelvic floor and how C-sections can actually impact the pelvic floor health, and then ways to address it, what we can do, and how we can plan for VBAC moving forward. Rebecca: Yeah. I just wanted to back up and touch on this idea of having a small pelvis, that your pelvis, the outlet can grow by 30% which is huge, as you are giving birth as long as your sacrum which is your tailbone and your lower pelvis is able to move which is why being off the bed is the place to be because then everything can move and your body can actually grow and expand. Your bones do. That's one of the reasons we have relaxin.So many people are just like, “Yeah. I was told I have a small pelvis.” I'm like, “Were you on your back?” They are like, “Oh, yes I was.” Then I'm like, “Well, your pelvis was likely closed. It can open. We can make it open.” Meagan: It was actually physically smaller. Rebecca: Yes and the bones could not move to make more space for the baby. It's just really interesting. A lot of people actually surprisingly believe that a C-section is a way to save your pelvic floor from any sort of injury or trauma when having children and that is not the case. I don't know if either of you has heard that before. Meagan: Yeah. Okay, so I had a really petite Asian client. She had a C-section. She really wanted a VBAC. I have so many feelings about this birth, but they literally told her that if she wanted to poop herself for the rest of her life, she could have a VBAC and if not, then they would highly suggest a C-section because that would be the only way to avoid her having severe incontinence with her bowels. Rebecca: That is awful. Meagan: It terrified her. Rebecca: That is fearmongering at its worst. Meagan: Yeah. As a doula, sitting there watching it– and I had already watched them preparing the C-section in the hall previously. I had seen the Cesarean coming and I warned them, “They are preparing this. Nothing is showing that we need to do this,” but that was one of the reasons and she was terrified. I just said, “That's not necessarily true,” but it stuck with her. It impacted her so badly that she said, “Okay. Let's do it.” Rebecca: I'm really sorry that she had that experience. Meagan: Me too. Rebecca: Yeah. People think again this idea that your pelvic floor is spared, but you can still have pelvic floor dysfunction even if you have a C-section. You can still have leaking. You can still have pain with sex. You can still have constipation issues because people forget you spent the last 10 months growing this baby and your pelvic floor was working to support it. It is affected regardless of how you birth which is why every person who births should be getting some sort of assessment by a pelvic PT. I don't know if you are aware of that, but then if you have scar tissue because you birthed via C-section, the scar tissue can actually impede all sorts of things. The three most common side effects are hip and back pain, pain with sex, and urgency and frequency with urination which doesn't sound great and nobody really talks about it. Meagan: They normalize it. Rebecca: Yeah, agreed. It's just, “You had a baby so that's what you should expect.” We should expect better. We should always expect better. So by addressing that scar tissue, you can actually manage a lot of those things and hit them off long before they become a problem. Meagan: Yeah, it's interesting. I didn't know about scar massage or pelvic PT a ton until after my second C-section but then I started doing all of the things and I have a lot of adhesions. She could feel them internally and then we would work on my scar. My back pain would reduce. I did notice a difference during sex and things like that. She was like, “No, let's work this out for your vaginal birth because you also have trauma in general” which can sometimes be held in the pelvic floor. We have physical trauma and adhesions being created then I had emotional trauma and a lot of that, I carried in my pelvic floor. Rebecca: It's very common for people to carry that in their pelvic floor because our society says that peeing and pooping and sex is all taboo so maybe you didn't learn about it. Maybe yes, you are having sex but it's a shameful thing for you because of your upbringing. There are a lot of reasons that can contribute to this pelvic floor dysfunction. Constipation is actually one of the biggest indications that you may have a long stage one labor just because you may have a tight pelvic floor which means you may have difficulty relaxing it. Let's be real. You don't need a strong pelvic floor to birth a baby. You need a relaxed pelvic floor. You need to let the muscles get out of the way so that baby can come out because the pelvic floor is not pushing the baby out. Your uterus is.  Meagan: Uterus, yeah. Yeah. 50:13 Other scar tissue that can affect positioningMeagan: All fascinating. I highly suggest checking out a pelvic floor specialist no matter if you've had a vaginal birth but especially if you've had a C-section because like she said, it doesn't mean that we don't have things to work through and even if we've had a C-section too, I want to point out that we can also have scar tissue on the cervix from things like IUPCs being placed or if we have ever had a forceps birth or just in general. Things can happen where we've got cervical scarring that needs to be worked through so that for our VBAC, we can progress. I love hearing that Hannah was able to go in and get a Foley with a closed cervix and have this beautiful VBAC, but sometimes, that is definitely hard to get a provider to even do those interventions, and then if we have scar tissue on top of that, that can also cause things to be a little harder. Rebecca: One more point about scar tissue, even if you've had your appendix out or you have had a laparoscopic surgery, those sorts of things can actually affect the position of the baby. It can cause breech positioning or can cause you discomfort because the scar tissue is not allowing your body to expand as it needs to. So even those things are some really wonderful things that pelvic PT can help you with even if you didn't have a C-section. Meagan: Love it. Awesome. Well, if you are in the Georgia area, definitely check out Dr. Rebecca and if you are in the North Carolina area, definitely go check out UNC midwives. Is that right?Hannah: Right. That's them. Meagan: UNC midwives and keep listening here because these stories just like this and information like this are what we want to do. It's what we want to provide for you. If you have a certain topic or something like that that you are looking forward to, please email us at info@thevbaclink.com because we want to try to make sure we get that on the show. Thank you guys so much for being with us today.Rebecca: Thank you. Hannah: Thank you.ClosingWould you like to be a guest on the podcast? Tell us about your experience at thevbaclink.com/share. For more information on all things VBAC including online and in-person VBAC classes, The VBAC Link blog, and Meagan's bio, head over to thevbaclink.com. 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You might remember the story about Bob the Cat. He was found in Fuquay Varina a few months ago but his micro chip linked him to a woman in Kansas. After an injunction from the court, he was set to head back to Witchita but that never happened. Ali Ingersoll talks with 5 On Your Side producer Pritchard Strong about where the cat is now and the legal battle that continues.

Every community has its heroes, and today, I'm honored to sit with one of Wake County's very own, Justin Crawford. An entrepreneur who's taken his expertise from the finance world to foster healthier living environments through Green Home Solutions, Justin's story is one of determination, family values, and unmistakable community spirit. Our conversation traverses his transition from investment banking to prioritizing indoor air quality.  We celebrate his profound sense of local engagement and involvement in everything from the Fuquay Varina Downtown Association to festive occasions that bind the community, while considering the larger fabric of support that enriches family life and community charm. Tune in as we dive into Justin's latest endeavors to fund childhood cancer research and bring the community together, yet again. He's stepping up to shave his head for the St. Baldrick's Foundation at an event at Fainting Goat in Fuquay Varina on Sunday, March 24th from 1-6 PM and is ready to rock the Guy Fieri look in the meantime for the St. Patrick's Day parade in Raleigh if his goal is met.  We shed light on the immense value of the foundations funding much needed research for new medications and maybe even a cure as well as our local organizations that provide comfort and joy to children enduring major medical treatments, illuminating the powerful impact of individual contributions, whether they're monetary, in-kind, or simply the act of showing up.Wrapping up our heartfelt dialogue, it's not just about getting to know the man behind Green Home Solutions; it's about recognizing the resilience and strength that emerges when we rally together for the common good. Through this episode, you'll not only gain insight into the invaluable work done by local organizations for children with serious illnesses but also leave with a reminder of the remarkable changes we can effect, simply by being there for one another. From my own experience through my daughter's journey to those touched by these organizations, one fundamental truth shines through: every ounce of support counts. Might you be willing to help?To contribute directly to Justin's St. Baldrick's fundraiser, you may visit:https://www.stbaldricks.org/participants/mypage/1137290/2024Justin CrawfordGreen Home Solutions(919) 473-6053ghsraleigh@greenhomesolutions.comMeg's Smile FoundationZach's Toy ChestSupport the showAs always, if you are interested in being on or sponsoring the podcast or if you have any particular issues, thoughts, or questions you'd like explored on the podcast, please email NCDeepDive@gmail.com. Your contributions would be greatly appreciated.Now, let's dive in!

Are you aware there will be a $60 million dollar Parks Bond on your ballot for Fuquay Varina this municipal election? This conversation takes you on a journey through the fascinating intricacies of Fuquay Varina's bond history and the 2023 Parks Bond, itself. From the 2015 and 2021 bond referendums and their impact on property taxes to the ins and outs of the current bond referendum and its potential implications on property taxes, we leave no stone unturned. We break it all down to give you a clear understanding of what you will be voting on this election so that you may be a more informed citizen heading into this year's election!2023 Parks and Recreation Bond InformationFuquay Varina Chamber of Commerce Candidate Forum--October 24, 2023 at 7:00 PM--Fuquay Varina Arts Center--123 E. Vance Street, Fuquay Varina, NC 27526Campaign Finance Reports for All Candidate CommitteesVoter Information --Register to Vote --Voter Info (Designated Polling Places, Sample Ballots, Registration Status, Voting Jurisdiction, Verify Address and Party Affiliation) --Election Information --Election Day Voting FAQs --Absentee by Mail FAQs Early Voting Locations October 19th-November 4th Wake County Board of Elections Office: 1200 N. New Hope Rd., Raleigh, 27610October 28th-November 4th --Avery Street Recreation Center: 125 Avery St., Garner, 27529 --John M. Brown Community Center: 53 Hunter St., Apex, 27502 Bus Routes for Early Voting ELECTION DAY Tuesday, November 7th from 6:30 AM to 7:30 PMSupport the showAs always, if you are interested in being on or sponsoring the podcast or if you have any particular issues, thoughts, or questions you'd like explored on the podcast, please email HollySpringsPodcast@gmail.com. Your contributions would be greatly appreciated.Now, let's dive in!

Exercising your right to vote has never been more crucial, and this episode highlights another candidate vying for the Board of Commissioners in the 2023 Fuquay Varina Municipal Election. Despite Jason Wunsch choosing not to participate in our Election Segment, we've curated an analysis about his political career and current candidacy for the Board of Commissioners. His journey as a previous Town Commissioner, the chairman of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, and his recent affiliation switch from Democrat to Republican are uncovered as we explore his virtual presence.We're aware that local governments play a fundamental role in our daily lives, from creating local ordinances to deciding property taxes. So, let's start warming up for the election season as we walk you through key dates and requirements to keep in mind. The democratic process relies heavily on your participation, and this episode is designed to keep you informed. So, buckle up for an engaging discussion about democracy and the importance of your role in it. Stay tuned and let's make our communities better together.Website: Jason Wunsch for Fuquay-Varina Town Commissioner 2023Email: Jason@WunschLawFirm.comFacebook:  Jason Wunsch for Fuquay-Varina Town CommissionerCampaign Finance ReportsCampaign Finance Reports for All Candidate CommitteesVoter Information --Register to Vote --Voter Info (Designated Polling Places, Sample Ballots, Registration Status, Voting Jurisdiction, Verify Address and Party Affiliation) --Election Information --Election Day Voting FAQs --Absentee by Mail FAQs Early Voting Locations October 19th-November 4th Wake County Board of Elections Office: 1200 N. New Hope Rd., Raleigh, 27610October 28th-November 4th --Avery Street Recreation Center: 125 Avery St., Garner, 27529 --John M. Brown Community Center: 53 Hunter St., Apex, 27502 ELECTION DAY Tuesday, November Support the showAs always, if you are interested in being on or sponsoring the podcast or if you have any particular issues, thoughts, or questions you'd like explored on the podcast, please email HollySpringsPodcast@gmail.com. Your contributions would be greatly appreciated.Now, let's dive in!

Discover the man behind the name, Nolan Perry, as we delve into the life and vision of this local attorney vying for a place on the Board of Commissioners in Fuquay Varina. Despite being unable to join us, we've unearthed gems about Nolan from his digital footprint. We take you through his professional journey, his commitment to small businesses, his call for improved infrastructure, and his mission to preserve the endearing allure of Fuquay Varina. Get ready to explore a comprehensive overview of Nolan's platform, his involvement in community boards, and his endorsement by the Wake County Republican Party. We ensure you're armed with every detail needed to make an informed decision in the upcoming municipal elections. What's more, we've got you covered with early voting schedules and registration deadlines. Remember, your vote has the power to shape the future of Fuquay Varina. Be informed, be involved, and make your vote count!Website: Nolan Perry for FV Commissioner (perry4fv.com)Email: Info@Perry4FV.comFacebook: Nolan Perry for Fuquay-Varina CommissionerInstagram: Nolan Perry (@perry4fv) • Instagram photos and videosCampaign Finance ReportsCampaign Finance Reports for All Candidate CommitteesVoter Information --Register to Vote --Voter Info (Designated Polling Places, Sample Ballots, Registration Status, Voting Jurisdiction, Verify Address and Party Affiliation) --Election Information --Election Day Voting FAQs --Absentee by Mail FAQs Early Voting Locations October 19th-November 4th Wake County Board of Elections Office: 1200 N. New Hope Rd., Raleigh, 27610October 28th-November 4th --Avery Street Recreation Center: 125 Avery St., Garner, 27529 --John M. Brown Community Center: 53 Hunter St., Apex, 27502 ELECTION DAY Tuesday, November 7th from 6:30 AM to 7:30 PMSupport the showAs always, if you are interested in being on or sponsoring the podcast or if you have any particular issues, thoughts, or questions you'd like explored on the podcast, please email HollySpringsPodcast@gmail.com. Your contributions would be greatly appreciated.Now, let's dive in!

Discover how your vote can shape the future of Fuquay Varina in our review of Charlie Adcock's candidacy for the Board of Commissioners. We may not have Charlie himself on the show, but we're giving you a detailed rundown of his website. We delve into his deep roots in Fuquay Varina, his tenure as the Planning Board chairman, and his experience in the financial sector that has been instrumental in our community's development. We go on to discuss the key elements of his campaign platform, which heavily leans on infrastructure development, police support, fiscal management, and the rejuvenation of the historic downtown. Hear about his strategies for long-term economic success, supporting religious organizations, and enhancing quality of life through improved park systems. Remember, your vote holds immense power and is instrumental in shaping our community's future. Tune in to become a more informed citizen and remember, your vote absolutely matters!Website: Charlie Adcock Town CommissionerEmail: Charlie.Adcock@yahoo.comCampaign Finance ReportsCampaign Finance Reports for All Candidate CommitteesVoter Information --Register to Vote --Voter Info (Designated Polling Places, Sample Ballots, Registration Status, Voting Jurisdiction, Verify Address and Party Affiliation) --Election Information --Election Day Voting FAQs --Absentee by Mail FAQs Early Voting Locations October 19th-November 4th Wake County Board of Elections Office: 1200 N. New Hope Rd., Raleigh, 27610October 28th-November 4th --Avery Street Recreation Center: 125 Avery St., Garner, 27529 --John M. Brown Community Center: 53 Hunter St., Apex, 27502 ELECTION DAY Tuesday, November 7th from 6:30 AM to 7:30 PMSupport the showAs always, if you are interested in being on or sponsoring the podcast or if you have any particular issues, thoughts, or questions you'd like explored on the podcast, please email HollySpringsPodcast@gmail.com. Your contributions would be greatly appreciated.Now, let's dive in!

Are you aware of the power that your vote holds in local politics? Join me as we plunge into the depths of civic responsibility, focusing on the 2023 candidate for the Board of Commissioners for Holly Springs, Brian Norman. Despite his absence from our conversation, our exploration of his public online presence sheds light on his platforms - families, strategic growth, and safety. Through this episode, we aim to equip you with the knowledge you need to make an informed decision in the upcoming local elections.We take a closer look at Brian's pillars: Christian virtues, conservative values, and common sense views, which form the backbone of his campaign. But that's not all. This episode also brings to light the critical details about early voting dates, voter registration deadline, and your voting location. So, tune in for more episodes featuring other candidates for the Board of Commissioners at Holly Springs and Fuquay Varina. Remember, every vote counts, and by participating, you are helping shape the future of our community. Your voice matters, let it be heard.Website: Brian Norman for Holly Springs Town Council (electbrian.online) Email: norman4hs@gmail.comFacebook: Brian Norman for Holly Springs Town CouncilCampaign Finance ReportsCampaign Finance Reports for All Candidate CommitteesVoter Information --Register to Vote --Voter Info (Designated Polling Places, Sample Ballots, Registration Status, Voting Jurisdiction, Verify Address and Party Affiliation) --Election Information --Election Day Voting FAQs --Absentee by Mail FAQs Early Voting Locations October 19th-November 4th Wake County Board of Elections Office: 1200 N. New Hope Rd., Raleigh, 27610October 28th-November 4th --Avery Street Recreation Center: 125 Avery St., Garner, 27529 --John M. Brown Community Center: 53 Hunter St., Apex, 27502 ELECTION DAY Tuesday, November 7th from 6:30 AM to 7:30 Support the showAs always, if you are interested in being on or sponsoring the podcast or if you have any particular issues, thoughts, or questions you'd like explored on the podcast, please email HollySpringsPodcast@gmail.com. Your contributions would be greatly appreciated.Now, let's dive in!

Curious about what's brewing in local politics in Fuquay Varina? We explore the candidacy of Mike Ferig, a man running for the four-year seat on the Board of Commissioners, also known as Town Council. Despite him being unable to join the conversation, we illuminate his campaign promises, focusing on sustainable growth, community safety, economic development, and infrastructure improvement. As a cybersecurity analyst and vice chair of the Wake County Young Republicans, Mike's dedication to shaping Fuquay Varina's future is evident.We also guide listeners through the voting process, highlighting key dates and locations for early voting and Election Day, and detailing what you'll need to register and cast your vote. This episode is a treasure trove of all things local governance, extending beyond the candidacy of Mike Ferig. We equip you with knowledge and resources to actively participate in shaping your beloved community's future. So, listen in and learn the ropes of local politics and remember that your voice, your vote, matters!Website: HOME | My Site (mikeferig.com)Email: info@mikeferig.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/mikeferig4FVCampaign Finance ReportsCampaign Finance Reports for All Candidate CommitteesVoter Information --Register to Vote --Voter Info (Designated Polling Places, Sample Ballots, Registration Status, Voting Jurisdiction, Verify Address and Party Affiliation) --Election Information --Election Day Voting FAQs --Absentee by Mail FAQs Early Voting Locations October 19th-November 4th Wake County Board of Elections Office: 1200 N. New Hope Rd., Raleigh, 27610October 28th-November 4th --Avery Street Recreation Center: 125 Avery St., Garner, 27529 --John M. Brown Community Center: 53 Hunter St., Apex, 27502 ELECTION DAY Tuesday, November 7th from 6:30 AM to 7:30 PMSupport the showAs always, if you are interested in being on or sponsoring the podcast or if you have any particular issues, thoughts, or questions you'd like explored on the podcast, please email HollySpringsPodcast@gmail.com. Your contributions would be greatly appreciated.Now, let's dive in!

Ready to become an informed voter and play your part in local government like never before? This episode promises to equip you with all the knowledge you need about the 2023 candidate Marilyn Gardner, running for re-election for the Board of Commissioners for Fuquay Varina. We take a deep dive into Marilyn's impressive contributions to her community, her successful career in real estate, and her personal life. Despite her decision not to participate in a podcast interview, we've curated all the essential facts from online sources.Ever wondered how local government decisions profoundly impact our daily lives? Well, this episode breaks it all down for you. We'll walk you through the details of the upcoming municipal election, including when early voting starts, the voter registration deadline, and what you need for a valid ID to vote. We also introduce you to the other candidates running for this position. Make sure to check out all the other relevant candidate episodes - your participation is crucial for a robust democracy. This is your chance to make your voice heard effectively, because remember, your vote matters, your voice matters, and you matter.No website or social media could be found.Email: MBGardner71@gmail.comCampaign Finance ReportsCampaign Finance Reports for All Candidate CommitteesVoter Information --Register to Vote --Voter Info (Designated Polling Places, Sample Ballots, Registration Status, Voting Jurisdiction, Verify Address and Party Affiliation) --Election Information --Election Day Voting FAQs --Absentee by Mail FAQs Early Voting Locations October 19th-November 4th Wake County Board of Elections Office: 1200 N. New Hope Rd., Raleigh, 27610October 28th-November 4th --Avery Street Recreation Center: 125 Avery St., Garner, 27529 --John M. Brown Community Center: 53 Hunter St., Apex, 27502 ELECTION DAY Tuesday, November 7th from 6:30 AM to 7:30 PMSupport the showAs always, if you are interested in being on or sponsoring the podcast or if you have any particular issues, thoughts, or questions you'd like explored on the podcast, please email HollySpringsPodcast@gmail.com. Your contributions would be greatly appreciated.Now, let's dive in!

Ever wondered how great podcast hosts keep discussions non-biased and fair during politically charged election seasons? Well, let me, Amanda Benbow Lunn, pull back the curtain for you. I'll be talking about my dedication to democracy, transparency, and the commitment we all have to preserve the integrity of our elections. Listen as I open up about the extensive efforts I've undertaken to connect with all candidates, ensuring a complete representation of voices.Strap in for a candid conversation about the upcoming Fuquay Varina and Holly Springs municipal elections, with a deep-dive into exactly what items will be on your ballot and their significance for our community. As a bonus, I share some personal quirks and passions in a lightning round, underscoring my commitment to understanding the humanity behind every candidate. I believe we all need to play an active part in the election process. So, get ready for a series of honest, enlightening talks with our potential future leaders!Campaign Finance Reports for All Candidate CommitteesVoter Information --Register to Vote --Voter Info (Designated Polling Places, Sample Ballots, Registration Status, Voting Jurisdiction, Verify Address and Party Affiliation) --Election Information --Election Day Voting FAQs --Absentee by Mail FAQs Early Voting Locations October 19th-November 4th Wake County Board of Elections Office: 1200 N. New Hope Rd., Raleigh, 27610October 28th-November 4th --Avery Street Recreation Center: 125 Avery St., Garner, 27529 --John M. Brown Community Center: 53 Hunter St., Apex, 27502 ELECTION DAY Tuesday, November 7th from 6:30 AM to 7:30 PMSupport the showAs always, if you are interested in being on or sponsoring the podcast or if you have any particular issues, thoughts, or questions you'd like explored on the podcast, please email HollySpringsPodcast@gmail.com. Your contributions would be greatly appreciated.Now, let's dive in!

How do you define greatness? So often we value the impressive over the impactful, but that's not what made Jesus the G.O.A.T. In week 3 of the King & A Kingdom series, Ayren Nelson shares a radical perspective on greatness that makes us rethink what it means to serve and be served.#serve #kingandakingdom--Message Notes:What does it mean to be a true servant?  In our culture, we often value the impressive over the impactful. Jesus invites us all into a Kingdom where anyone and everyone can be great, but the paradigm is different than what we might imagine. Matthew 20:20-21 (NLT) Matthew 20:22b (NLT) Matthew 20:18-19a (NLT) Jesus' invitation to follow Him is an invitation to join Him in suffering for the sake of others.James and John as well as the other disciples want to be part of the imagined glory of the new Kingdom, never understanding the suffering it involves. Matthew 20:24 (NLT) Matthew 20:25b (NLT) Matthew 20:26-27 (NLT) Jesus is telling them that the way to become great is to SERVE. Am I a Servant? Jesus tells us how we are to serve. Matthew 6:1-4 (NLT) Selflessly Service to others is an act of worship to God. Matthew 25:34-40 (NLT) Serve everyone everywhere. Jesus models for us what it means to be a true servant. Philippians 2:5-8 (NLT) --Helpful Links: Subscribe to Family Conversations for weekly prompts and resources: https://touchpoint.gethope.net/OnePageReg/2451If you'd like to receive regular updates on what's happening around Hope, subscribe to our newsletter here: https://gethope.net/enews/If you're new to Hope or looking to get connected, click here: https://gethope.net/next/If you'd like to give to Hope Where You Are and help fund the launch of our Fuquay-Varina campus, please visit https://gethope.net/hwyaIf you've just made a decision for Christ, please respond here: https://touchpoint.gethope.net/OnlineReg/2048To support this ministry financially to help us continue to love people where they are and encourage them to grow in their relationship with Jesus Christ, click here: https://gethope.net/give/Subscribe to our channel: https://bit.ly/2XBbBxqStay Connected with Hope:Website: https://gethope.net/Hope Community Church Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gethopecommunitychurchHope Community Church Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/get_hope/Hope Community Church Twitter: https://twitter.com/get_hopeHope Community Church YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/HopeCommunityChurchSubscribe to Our PodcastHope In Real Life YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HopeInRealLifeHope In Real Life Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7eifzI0r9uY8rUaBMGs7q1Hope In Real Life Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hope-in-real-life-with-jason-gore/id1691710678?uo=4

Who doesn't love a good political conversation? Picture this - a seasoned political veteran with over three decades of experience under his belt, a man whose passion for public service is only paralleled by his love for the town of Fuquay Varina. We're talking about none other than William (Bill) Harris, a candidate running for re-election for the 4 year Town Council seat in the upcoming 2023 Fuquay Varina Municipal Election.In our engaging chat, Bill gives us a sneak peek into the workings of local government and public service. He shares pearls of wisdom gleaned from his extensive career and provides his perspective on crucial issues such as tax management, resource allocation, and inclusion - elements that are the backbone of a thriving community. He does not shy away from discussing disagreements, compromises, and the need for balance amidst differing opinions. A behind-the-scenes look into local government, if you will.But who is the man behind the public servant? It's a heartwarming delve into his personal life, revealing his discipline, dedication, and drive. So, press play and join us on this journey into the life of William (Bill) Harris - his vision, his experiences, and his mission to continue to bring about positive change in Fuquay Varina!Website - William Harris for Commissioner of Fuquay-VarinaEmail - Info@HarrisforCommissioner.com Facebook - Re-Elect Commissioner William "Bill" HarrisCandidate Finance ReportsCampaign Finance Reports for All Candidate CommitteesVoter Information --Register to Vote --Voter Info (Designated Polling Places, Sample Ballots, Registration Status, Voting Jurisdiction, Verify Address and Party Affiliation) --Election Information --Election Day Voting FAQs --Absentee by Mail FAQs Early Voting Locations October 19th-November 4th Wake County Board of Elections Office: 1200 N. New Hope Rd., Raleigh, 27610October 28th-November 4th --Avery Street Recreation Center: 125 Avery St., Garner, 27529 --John M. Brown Community Center: Support the showAs always, if you are interested in being on or sponsoring the podcast or if you have any particular issues, thoughts, or questions you'd like explored on the podcast, please email HollySpringsPodcast@gmail.com. Your contributions would be greatly appreciated.Now, let's dive in!

78-year-old Arthur Brown and 66-year-old David McKoy were close friends and beloved members of their community. But when both turned up dead after an apparent robbery gone wrong, police followed a trail that led them to another set of lifelong friends – perpetrators whose toxic association had put them on the path to murder. Written by Angela Jorgensen, Executive Produced by Michael Ojibway.    Support Our Sponsors:  Liquid IV: Grab your Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier Sugar-Free in bulk nationwide at Costco or get 20% off when you go to https://www.liquid-iv.com/ and use code “invisible” at checkout!  BetterHelp: This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://betterhelp.com/invisiblechoir and get on your way to being your best self. WildGrain: Go to https://wildgrain.com/choir or use code “CHOIR” at checkout to get $30 off the first box, PLUS free Croissants in every box!   Fabric by Gerber Life: Protect your family today with Fabric by Gerber Life by applying at https://www.meetfabric.com/invisible Rocket Money: Cancel unwanted subscriptions and manage your expenses the easy way by going to https://www.rocketmoney.com/invisible.  Visit Invisible Choir on the web:  Patreon - Invisible Choir Premium:  https://www.patreon.com/InvisibleChoir  Website:  https://www.invisiblechoir.com/  Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/InvisibleChoirPodcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/invisiblechoir/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/InvisibleChoir   Written/Audio Sources:  Donovan Richardson sentenced to life in prison for 2014 double murder   Arrest warrants: suspects took guns, $150 from victims in Fuquay-Varina shooting Donovan Richardson trial: Guilty verdict in Fuquay-Varina double homicide Wake jury opts for life without parole, rejects death penalty in 9th trial in a row State V. Richardson Jury begins deliberations in trial for man facing death penalty Three arrested in Fuquay-Varina double homicide Man gets 12-18 years in prison for role in 2014 Fuquay-Varina murders Co-defendant takes stand against man facing death penalty Man pleads guilty in 2014 Fuquay-Varina double homicide Man sentenced to life for Fuquay-Varina double murder Family members testify during Richardson sentencing phase Wake County, North Carolina Jury Rejects Death Penalty in Ninth Consecutive Case Jury: Donovan Richardson to serve life in prison, no death penalty Will a Wake County man be the first to get the death penalty in a decade? Another NC Jury Rejects the Death Penalty Wake jury opts for life without parole, rejects death penalty in 9th trial in a row Inmate accused of intimidating witness in Wake murder trial Arrests made in deaths of 2 Fuquay-Varina men Arrests made in deaths of Fuquay-Varina men Nephew of man found dead in Fuquay-Varina describes scene Investigators identify 2 bodies discovered in Wake County 2 men found dead in NC home Arrest warrants: suspects took guns, $150 from victims in Fuquay-Varina shooting Man pleads guilty in 2014 Fuquay-Varina double homicide Medical examiner testifies about how longtime friends died during 2014 home invasion Double murder trial: Accused killers tried to sell guns online | Raleigh News & Observer Double murder trial: Killer gets life sentence | Raleigh News & Observer Double murder suspect may have participated in earlier home invasion | Raleigh News & Observer Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina Population 2023 Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina Population History 1990 - 2021 [Deathpenalty] death penalty news----N.C., S.C., FLA., OHIO, OKLA. Two found dead in Fuquay-Varina home Wake sheriff's deputies arrest 3 men in Fuquay-Varina double homicide DONOVAN RICHARDSON TRIAL -

Gear up for an exclusive conversation with Elizabeth Parent, running for the 2 Year Unexpired Term Seat for the Fuquay Varina Board of Commissioners. Elizabeth unpacks her reasons to run, her perspective of democracy, and her commitment to accurately represent the residents of Fuquay Varina. Elizabeth brings to the table a unique blend of smart growth principles, infrastructure partnerships, and housing affordability strategies. Join us in this enlightening episode, where community concerns meet policy planning, and political discourse becomes a tool for change.Website: www.ElizabethParent.comEmail: info@elizabethparent.comElizabeth Parent | FacebookElizabeth Parent | Twitter/XElizabeth Parent | LinkedInElizabeth Parent (@elizabethparentfv) • Instagram photos and videosElizabeth ParentNC (@eparentnc) | TikTokCampaign Finance ReportsCampaign Finance Reports for All Candidate CommitteesVoter Information--Register to Vote--Voter Info (Designated Polling Places, Sample Ballots, Registration Status, Voting Jurisdiction, Verify Address and Party Affiliation)--Election Information--Election Day Voting FAQs--Absentee by Mail FAQs Early Voting LocationsOctober 19th-November 4thWake County Board of Elections Office: 1200 N. New Hope Rd., Raleigh, 27610October 28th-November 4th--Avery Street Recreation Center: 125 Avery St., Garner, 27529--John M. Brown Community Center: 53 Hunter St., Apex, 27502ELECTION DAYTuesday, November 7th from 6:30 AM to 7:30 PMSupport the showAs always, if you are interested in being on or sponsoring the podcast or if you have any particular issues, thoughts, or questions you'd like explored on the podcast, please email HollySpringsPodcast@gmail.com. Your contributions would be greatly appreciated.Now, let's dive in!

Ever wonder how unity can be fostered within a community? Our special guest on this episode, Minister William F. Ball, III, co-founder of Unity in the Community, is doing just that. Offering an in-depth look into this vibrant community event happening on August 26th at Hope Community Church in Apex from 11 to 4, Minister Ball gives us an exclusive tour into the heart of an event that aims to connect local law enforcement, businesses, organizations, and citizens in Apex, Fuquay Varina, and Holly Springs.Unity in the Community is much more than a day-long event. It's an ongoing commitment to bridge gaps, provide resources, and build relationships within the community. Key figures like Mayor Jaques Gilbert of Apex, Mayor Sean Mayefskie, and Roy Tempke of UNC-REX Health, Police Chief Armstrong of Apex, Police Chief Medina of Fuquay Varina, Police Chief Liquorie, and Lane and Associates Family Dentistry are part of this initiative. Beyond the entertainment and food, Unity in the Community is hosting this event to create safe traffic stops, offer high schoolers various pathways upon graduation, and provide services such as mental health services, a blood mobile, fluoride treatments, and health screenings as well as resources and donations for those in need.To wrap up, we explore the transformative stories of individuals who've journeyed from humble beginnings to remarkable success. Minister Ball underlines the essence of equipping our youth with the necessary skills and a growth mindset for future accomplishments. From interview preparation to envisioning long-term career goals, Unity in the Community is lighting the pathway to success for community members. Don't miss out on this enlightening conversation that takes us to the heart of community building and unity.Unity In The CommunitySaturday, August 26th 11-4Hope Community Church in Apex(accepting donations starting August 21st)www.UnityInTheCommunityNC.orgFacebook Page: Unity in the Community (Apex, HS and FV)Minister William BallWilliam.Ball@icloud.com(919) 946-3846Support the showAs always, if you are interested in being on or sponsoring the podcast or if you have any particular issues, thoughts, or questions you'd like explored on the podcast, please email HollySpringsPodcast@gmail.com. Your contributions would be greatly appreciated.Now, let's dive in!

The boys are back this week with some new intro and outro all thanks to Master Shake himself Dana Snyder! This week we answer some listener questions, create Frankenstein bodies, talk about the experiences of Galaxy Con and even create a new sports league all while learning all about the Rough Patches Baby! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9py4aMK3aIU (for reference) There are a lot of new things in the works including the first ever Don't Tell My Mom Comedy Showcase! August 26th in Raleigh, NC get your tickets in one of our Instagram bios! Be sure to check out @thebrickfv and support the brick in Fuquay Varina! you can follow us: @Lennyurbinacomedy @Hunteredwardscomedy @donttellmymompodcast more shows being announced soon so stay tuned!!

Pam Ross has created a style of music all her own.  She blends her influences of rock, americana, and country into something fans are calling Pam Music.  Pam was born in Pittsburgh, PA but lived most of her life in Houston, TX where she launched her music career.  She first exposed the world to her original songs through open mic venues. After quickly gaining a reputation as an energetic performer and soulful songwriter, Pam began touring throughout Texas. Pam later moved to Nashville and became recognized as one of the up-and-coming songwriters to watch.  She performed numerous times at the renowned Blue Bird Cafe and other local clubs in the Nashville area. Roger Sovine, then A&R president of BMI, took an interest in her career and began booking her in BMI showcases.  Her lucky break came when she met with country songwriting legend and senior director of A&R at Mercury Records, Gary Harrison.  He was impressed with Pam's songwriting and vocal power and offered her a record deal.  Unfortunately, the music business is a fickle world and sadly the offer never came to fruition. Pam and her wife, Elissa, moved to Fuquay Varina, NC in June of 2020 during the pandemic.  Pam found herself feeling lost and realized she needed to get back to playing music. She began writing songs again and playing out at open mics in 2021.  In June 2022, she gathered up some incredible musicians and began recording ten songs at Goodluck Studio in Chapel Hill, NC.  The album is called “When Therapy Fails” and her first single, “Fire In The Hole,” was released November 28. The music video followed on Jan 6 and the song received rave reviews from radio and top playlisters.  The music video, produced by Rob Underhill and Evelyn Putnam, received Official Selection in the Europe Music Awards and has also been nominated for Best Music Video in the Carolina Film Festival 2023 and the Franklin Flix Indie Film Festival 2023.  Her latest single and video is “No One Around.” Music Webpage: https://pamrossmusic.com/home   Facebook Music Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100088211178619   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pamrossmusic/   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCv9OG2gTYsNToZk5mqfeF9w Check out our sponsor DUBBY energy at dubby.gg and use promo code SCREAMINGCHUYSH for 10% off on all products!** For more Episodes and Platforms https://linktr.ee/ScreamingChuyShow. *For cool merch https://my-store-10115944.creator-spring.com/?*

Pam Ross has created a style of music all her own. She blends her influences of rock, americana, and country into something fans are calling Pam Music. Pam was born in Pittsburgh, PA but lived most of her life in Houston, TX where she launched her music career. She first exposed the world to her originalsongs through open mic venues. After quickly gaining a reputation as an energic performer and soulful songwriter, Pam began touring throughout Texas.Pam later moved to Nashville and became recognized as one of the up-and-coming songwriters to watch. She performed numerous times at the renowned BlueBird Cafe and other local clubs in the Nashville area. Roger Sovine, then A&R president of BMI, took an interest in her career and began booking her inBMI showcases. Her lucky break came when she met with country songwriting legend and senior director of A&R at Mercury Records, Gary Harrison. He wasimpressed with Pam's songwriting and vocal power and offered her a record deal. While Gary may have been impressed with Pam's music, her americana style didn't really fit into country music. She was told they could change her musicto make it fit into the country genre of the day. Pam chose to decline the offer. She later said, “It would have been living a lie. I have a lot ofrespect for country music and changing who I am just to become famous wasn't the right thing to do. You have to be true to yourself and your music. Walkingaway was heartbreaking but ultimately the right thing to do at the time. Ironically, as time has passed and country music has changed, a lot of my songsnow fit into the genre and I would definitely accept a record deal in Nashville.” Pam moved to Fuquay Varina, NC in June of 2020 during the pandemic. In June 2022, she gathered up some incredible musicians and began recording ten songsat Goodluck Studio in Chapel Hill. Her album, When Therapy Fails, was released in November of 2022. The video for her first single, Fire In the Hole, has received multiple music video awards. In April, 2023 she signed on with MTS Artist Management, Promotions,& Records. Her fourth single, Falling Off the Merry Go Round, debuted at #18 on the UK iTunes / iChart and hit # 15 on the Mainstream Indie Chart. Beloware just a few of the reviews Pam has been receiving about her music.Iggy Magazine called her “…gifted…one of the most impressive artists we know.” Sarah Wagner of Earmilk wrote, “Ross' distinctive vocal style has often been compared to the likes of Adele, Amy Winehouse, and Etta James, giving hersongs an emotional depth and raw vulnerability that resonates with listeners.”"Music has the power to transcend time, resonate with our emotions, and spark conversations on pressing social issues. Few artists have the ability towield that power in a profound and impactful manner like Pam Ross.” Skope Magazine.www.pamrossmusic.com

At one time it drew people from all over the state, people hoping that the mineral spring nestled quietly on a farm in North Carolina would have healing properties that could make them well. The town that we know of today as Fuquay-Varina grew up around the mystical healing waters. The spring now sits in the middle of a public park where you can take in its beauty and its history. WRAL Hidden History reporter Heather Leah fills us in on what’s behind the legend of this ethereal body of water.

Your favorite C-List DJ in the Fuquay-Varina area is back with another set to blow your wig back. Casting a wide net, spanning from the swinging 60's to current slappers. Slight microphone malfunction mid episode and didn't catch it til editing and didn't want to re-record anything at 2AM so whatever dude. C-List DJ's can get away with technical difficulties. Thank you for clicking on this podcast, hope you enjoyed. Capt. Kirk of this Enterprise,DJ Witwicky

A Fuquay-Varina mother of four is battling stage four breast cancer. Recently, her health insurance company refused to pay for a drug that her doctor told her was her best chance of survival. She is now being treated at a clinic in Arizona and paying for that treatment out of pocket. Reluctantly, Danielle McKean followed the lead of many others in need and created a GoFundMe campaign to try and offset the cost. WRAL anchor and reporter Julian Grace speaks to us about his interview with her in this emotional episode. https://www.wral.com/story/gofundme-for-fuquay-varina-woman-with-stage-four-breast-cancer-raises-over-100-000/20905818/ https://www.gofundme.com/f/hthrx-asking-for-help  

A Fuquay-Varina family lost their 15-year-old daughter to an allergic peanut reaction. Doctors say food allergies in children have increased dramatically, more than fifty percent in the past two decades. 700,000 people are currently diagnosed with food allergies in the U.S. Why the increase, and are there tangible solutions? In this episode, WRAL’s 5 on Your Side reporter Keely Arthur joins us with some answers to these questions.

Brie Arthur is a horticulturist, author, speaker and now an Air BNB hostess! She has created the Carolina Garden House in Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina, outside of Raleigh. I talk to her about her new, almost completely native garden, which is next-door to her longtime personal garden. The Plant of the Week is the Aronia melanocarpa or chokeberry, and I give tips on daffodils. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/intothegarden/support

Valerie Macon calls Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina, home. Her poetry has appeared in Kakalak, Whispers, Vision & Voice, Red Clay Review, Visions International, Clockhouse Review, Poetry in Plain Sight, as well as numerous anthologies. She has authored the following books of poetry: Shelf Life, Sleeping Rough, A String of Black Pearls, The Shape of Today, and Page Turner. She writes for Suburban Living Magazine.

“Blessed is he whose transgression is forgiven, Whose sin is covered. Blessed is the man to whom the LORD does not impute iniquity, And in whose spirit there is no deceit.” Today I am attending a memorial service at the Tabernacle Church in Danville, Virginia, for Dr. Lamarr Mooneyham, a dear friend that I met at Lynchburg Baptist College, now called Liberty University. Lamarr, along with his wife Debbie, came to LBC the second year the school was in existence in 1972. He came with a group of other students from North Carolina who were pretty excited about Jesus. I remember thinking that they were kind of a wild group, hooping and hollering, and throwing their Bibles in the air in our regular chapel services. Honestly, I think Lamarr was on the more reserved side of the group. Lamarr and I had the privilege to play on Liberty University's first football team in 73. I think we were the only married guys on the team. We called Lamarr the Hollywood Preacher because he could take his helmet off and his hair would still be perfectly in place. We became close friends during those years, studying the Bible together in many classes, doing evangelism and visitation, and spending lots of time together going to practices and games! He would preach for me in the church I pastored in Winchester Virginia on special occasions. He had his wife Debbie were faithful servants of the Lord and were greatly used to advance His kingdom. The following is from Lamarr's obituary: Dr. Lamarr Mooneyham, (74), was born on October 3, 1948 in Greensboro North Carolina, and passed away on January 12, 2023. During his college years, Lamarr planted a church in Boydton, Virginia. After his graduation in 1976, he would plant another church in Durham, North Carolina. He made political waves during the Helms-Hunt Senate race of 1984, then served as an interim pastor at Northside Baptist Church in Charlotte, before accepting the position of senior pastor of The Tabernacle in Danville, Virginia, in 1986. He would serve in this role until his retirement in 2016, picking up a doctorate from Liberty University along the way. Lamarr is survived by his bride of 54 years, Debbi, and their four children: Isaac Mooneyham of Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina (wife Corrie, daughter Olivia, and sons Michael, David and Benjamin), Kelley Nix of Fairfax, Virginia, (husband Jason, sons William and Jacob, and daughters Phoebe, Evelyn, Ophelia and Eliza), Jacob Mooneyham of Bethesda, Maryland (wife Gena), and Joseph Mooneyham of Bethesda, Maryland; as well as numerous members of his extended family. Aside from his love for pastoral ministry, Lamarr was most passionate about missions. He will be remembered as a friend and advocate for the orphans of Haiti, the Jewish refugees, and countless other missionaries and mission organizations. I also personally want to note that Lamarr loved my parents, J.O. and Albertina Grooms, and made sure they received a very good financial support from his church. After my dad passed, Lamarr was very specific about my mother being taking care of with their support. I'll miss my dear friend, but I know he is greatly enjoying heaven because of his faithful service to the Lord. He no doubt heard these words from the Lord when he entered heaven the other day, “Well done you good and faithful servant, enter into the joy of your Lord”. I just wanted to use my chat today to honor Lamarr's memory and celebrate his life! Truly the greatest blessing Lamarr enjoyed was what we read in Psalm 32:1: “Blessed is he whose transgression is forgiven, Whose sin is covered. Blessed is the man to whom the LORD does not impute iniquity, And in whose spirit there is no deceit.” Lamarr is in heaven because one day he found forgiveness through the precious blood of Jesus Christ! Are you ready for heaven? Have you ever experienced God's forgiveness? God bless!

Fifty vultures were found dead in Fuquay-Varina near the town's water tower. Some environmentalists believe they were poisoned. But state wildlife officials say they may be the victims of the avian flu. The dead birds are being tested. Meanwhile, the community is buzzing about the mysterious deaths. WRAL reporter Matt Talhelm walks us through his reporting on this story. LINKS: https://www.wral.com/wildlife-mystery-over-40-dead-vultures-surround-water-tower-in-fuquay-varina/20654469/

FVM and The Law take you on a "deep scuba dive" into Fuquay-Varina history, featuring fires, historical sexting, messy people, Baptists that hate dancing, and more.

Welcome to the Holly Springs Deep Dive Podcast! It's election season and you know how much I love talking to candidates so YOU can make a well-informed decision when you cast your ballot. This week, I'm releasing interviews with candidates for the North Carolina Senate, District 17 seat. The incumbent is Sydney Batch, and the challenger is Mark Cavaliero. The show notes for each candidate's episode include all of their campaign pages as well as links to their campaign finance reports.Early voting starts on Thursday Oct. 20 through Sat. Nov. 5. The Hunt Center in Holly Springs is one of the early voting locations. A link to check your registration status, find out where your polling place is and view your sample ballot is readytovote.com and is listed in the show notes. You can register to vote in person during early voting, in person at the election office, online through the DMV or by mail. The deadline for all but registering during early voting is October 14. You can request an absentee ballot as late as Nov. 1. I'll share a link helping you with all of that as well.Before we get started, If you're enjoying this podcast, consider becoming a supporter by clicking the Patreon link on my website hollyspringsdeepdive.com. This podcast is free to listen to, but not free to make. In this episode, you'll hear from Mark Cavaliero. Find your sample ballot, check your registration status, find your polling place:  ReadytoVote.comFind out how to register to vote and receive and return an absentee ballot: https://howto.vote/register/en/nc.htmlMark Cavaliero's campaign websiteMark Cavaliero's Facebook pageMark Cavaliero's TwitterMark Cavaliero's finance reportsSupport the show

Welcome to the Holly Springs Deep Dive Podcast! It's election season and you know how much I love talking to candidates so YOU can make a well-informed decision when you cast your ballot. This week, I'm releasing interviews with candidates for the North Carolina Senate, District 17 seat. The incumbent is Sydney Batch, and the challenger is Mark Cavaliero. The show notes for each candidate's episode include all of their campaign pages as well as links to their campaign finance reports.Early voting starts on Thursday Oct. 20 through Sat. Nov. 5. The Hunt Center in Holly Springs is one of the early voting locations. A link to check your registration status, find out where your polling place is and view your sample ballot is readytovote.com and is listed in the show notes. You can register to vote in person during early voting, in person at the election office, online through the DMV or by mail. The deadline for all but registering during early voting is October 14. You can request an absentee ballot as late as Nov. 1. I'll share a link helping you with all of that as well.Before we get started, If you're enjoying this podcast, consider becoming a supporter by clicking the Patreon link on my website hollyspringsdeepdive.com. This podcast is free to listen to, but not free to make. In this episode, you'll hear from Senator Sydney Batch. Find your sample ballot, check your registration status, find your polling place:  ReadytoVote.comFind out how to register to vote and receive and return an absentee ballot: https://howto.vote/register/en/nc.html Sen. Sydney Batch's campaign websiteSen. Sydney Batch's Facebook pageSen. Sydney Batch's TwitterSen. Sydney Batch's finance reportsSupport the show

Mom gets revenge on nosy neighbors using ‘drug-addled whores and drunks' She made dummies out of them. A Michigan mom got the ultimate revenge on her nosy, spying neighbors — by adorning her garden with maniacal mannequins dressed as “drug-addled whores, drunks and accident victims” to give prying eyes something to stare it. Photos of her dummy security system are currently going viral as fans praise her ingenious method of exacting vengeance. “I just set up the poses and laugh,” Flint native Tammy Zuniga told Kennedy News of her hilarious hobby. Indeed, the 45-year-old nurse's lawn is littered with passed-out drunkards — festooned with empty beer bottles — and scantily clad “dirty hoes” posing next to signs warning people not to feed them drugs and other lewd messages. In one humorous scene, a ladder accident victim is sprawled atop her roof beside a star-spangled cowboy hat like something out of a bizarro nuclear test town. The mother-of-two started erecting the purposefully profane displays two years ago as a “diversion.” She wanted to stop being “irritated with her nosy neighbors,” who allegedly spied on her while she was working. “I paint garden art out in my garage, I'll make hundreds of statues. It's my hobby,” explained the artist. “I'd be out in my garden working on art projects and I would see blinds moving in windows. There would be pictures being taken.” Along with snapping photos, the intrusive snoops would also tell Zuniga to paint with her door closed — a request the artist deemed ridiculous as she'd be unable to breathe. That's when she decided to turn her artistic talents to trolling her tormenters with riff-raff facsimiles. “The first one I did, I set up a mannequin out on the porch wearing a sweater,” described the gleeful prankster. “The neighbours were so intrigued. I heard noise outside and looked out my window. Sure enough, they were all out there staring.” Next up, Zuniga hung a dummy from her garage for a whole month, Kennedy reported. She said the mannequin was so realistic that people would stop their cars on her block “because they thought somebody needed help.” “I try to keep a straight face through it all,” mused Zuniga. “I figure that if the neighbors think I'm crazy, they'll stop bothering me.” It appears her neighbor-dissuading dummies are paying dividends. “It's worked for the most part,” she said. “Neighbors don't really talk to me much anymore, which is kind of nice. They probably think I'm the weird mannequin lady now.” The mannequin maven, for one, says she's having a blast with the gag, describing: “What's really bad is that I now seize every opportunity. Whenever I see them outside, I feel the need to set up the mannequins. I get excited to see them now, it's not even normal.” The sight of her spying neighbors used to make her blood boil. However, now the giddy gal says she's “looking out my window to see their reactions to my mannequins,” adding, “I'm having so much fun with this.” “Now, I can't even be mad at them, because they've got to put up with me!” added Zuniga, who says the only problem is freaking out the repair people. “The hardest part was whenever I had someone come over to install a water softener or whatever,” she explained of the doll-lateral damage. “I'd forget to tell them that I had mannequins and not to be alarmed.” The jokester added, “They'd show up and they'd be like ‘Oh my god! I didn't know what to think, I thought I'd have to save somebody!'” And Zuniga isn't stopping her antics anytime soon, most recently putting up two ladies of the evening in spangly miniskirts and gaudy cutoff tops that display their midriffs. The inventive artist even posted signs that read “A dirty hoe is a happy hoe” and “Please do not feed the whores drugs.” The latest display will reportedly be up and trolling neighbors until winter. “Initially when I set them up, I thought they were going to be my last display,” said Zuniga. “But I don't know anymore — I really had fun with it.” Despite her dedication to her doll-arama, the trickster says her goal isn't to ruin her neighbor's lives. She explained, “There could be way worse neighbors. Mine are just really incredibly nosy. I'm just trying to entertain them.”   10-year-old kidnapped after baseball practice punches man to escape   When an Oklahoma mom arrived at the baseball fields to pick up her 10-year-old son after practice, she reported he was nowhere to be found. Other parents and players were already looking for him, she told authorities when calling for help. Oklahoma City police officers were responding to the missing child call at PCAA Fields when they learned the child had since been found. He and his family were waiting for police by the time officers arrived shortly after 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 3. As his parents tried to comfort him, the 10-year-old boy was “crying and shaken up” while reporting what happened, according to a police report.   He says he had been sitting by himself on the upper left side of the ball field bleachers after baseball practice — waiting for his mom — when a man carrying a “briefcase” grabbed him and forced him away by holding his chest, authorities said. After he was taken at least 200 yards away, behind a nearby building, the boy reported he “was able to punch (the man) and break free.” He then frantically ran back to the bleachers looking for help. As the suspect was moving quickly back toward him, the boy told the officer he decided to hide. The man ran away, police said, and the boy was able to reunite with his family. Meanwhile, authorities say a groundskeeper on a John Deer Gator had followed the suspect out of the ball park. He “provided a grainy cell pic of the (suspect), who appeared to be wearing black colored clothing and carrying a handbag or briefcase type bag.” Responding officers found a man matching the description, police said, and the boy then identified him as the same man he punched and escaped from. The man, later identified as 39-year-old Ryan Wayne Miller, was arrested on a kidnapping charge, according to jail records. He is being held on a $50,000 bond. The boy says the man did not “make any statements to him” or assault him, according to the police report. Kidnapped girl's escape leads to discovery of two bodies in Alabama   A young girl chewed through restraints to escape a rural Alabama home where investigators later found two decomposing bodies, authorities said. José Paulino Pascual-Reyes, 37, is facing kidnapping charges and multiple counts of capital murder in connection to the bodies found at the home after a 12-year-old girl was discovered walking along a roadside early Monday in Dadeville. Tallapoosa County Sheriff Jimmy Abbett told reporters at a press conference that a driver picked up the girl and called 911 — setting off an investigation that led to Pascual-Reyes' arrest and the gruesome discovery, AL.com reported. Pascual-Reyes, who remains jailed pending a bond hearing, was arrested in Auburn. The bodies were found in his Dadeville home, not far from where the girl was discovered wandering alone. The decomposing remains have been sent to the Alabama Department of Forensic Sciences to be identified, Abbett said, adding it's unclear how long they had been there. “It's a fluid investigation,” the sheriff told reporters. “Things are changing, and I don't want to jeopardize the identification of our juvenile.” Court filings obtained by WSFA show the girl had been tied to bedposts for nearly a week. She was assaulted and plied with alcohol, but managed to escape by chewing through her restraints, the documents show. Authorities did not indicate whether the girl knew Pascual-Reyes, AL.com reported. “I would say she's a hero,” Abbett said. “It's one of those things we won't get into until later. We gave her medical attention. She is safe now. We want to keep her that way.”   911 call reveals doomed North Carolina pilot jumped before emergency landing   A 911 call released Tuesday revealed that the co-pilot who mysteriously vanished midair in North Carolina had “jumped” out of the aircraft. Two Federal Aviation Administration employees could be heard saying that Charles Hew Crooks' co-pilot reported that he leaped out of the damaged plane before it made an emergency landing at Raleigh Durham International Airport on Friday, WRAL reported. “This is from Raleigh Airport,” an FAA air traffic controller said on the recording. “We have a pilot who was inbound to the field. His co-pilot jumped out of the aircraft. He made impact to the ground and here are the coordinates.” The 23-year-old Bucknell University graduate's body was later discovered in the backyard of a home in Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina, about 30 miles south of the airport. In the 13-minute call, an FAA employee said Crooks' co-pilot had reported he “jumped out without the parachute, so he might have impact to the ground.” “I am sure the pilot is going to be shaken up,” one FAA employee said. “I have no idea. He literally just said, ‘My pilot just jumped out.'” “Once the aircraft had landed, it was reconfirmed based on a report the pilot said the person in the aircraft had exited the aircraft prior to landing,” Wake County Emergency Management chief of operations Darshan Patel told the station. Crooks' co-pilot, whose identity hasn't been released, was taken to a hospital for minor injuries during the landing. He was discharged later that day.   UK prison guards given ‘banter lessons' so they don't offend inmates There's no poking fun in this pokey! British prison guards were sent to classes for “banter lessons” to avoid hurting jailbirds' feelings with good-natured ribbing, according to a report. Sixteen officers at the Moorland Prison in Doncaster, England attended the workshop to avoid bruising the egos of inmates — after prisoners filed 51 complaints about “offensive language” over the past year, according to the The Sun. “There are all sorts of initiatives and workshops these days to ensure prison officers don't breach equality rules — but a banter workshop is a new one on me,” a former prison staffer told the outlet. He said sensitivity training about someone's race or disability is fine, but that classes advising guards not to make playful wisecracks is over the top. “You can hardly even take the mick out of the football team someone supports,” he said. At least 49 officers at the 1,000-capacity clink also attended an online workshop that teaches diversity training over the past year, officials said. “The prison has online equality and diversity training for staff, with 49 staff completing this within the past year,” according to a report from the prison's Independent Monitoring Board. “During the year, 16 staff attended ‘banter' workshops.”   French sailor survives 16 hours under capsized boat in the Atlantic Ocean   A 62-year-old French sailor survived for 16 hours in the Atlantic Ocean after his boat capsized — by using an air bubble inside the overturned vessel. The brave seaman was eventually rescued from the rough waters by Spanish coast guard divers in what they described as an operation “verging on the impossible.” The 40-foot boat, called the Jeanne SOLO Sailor, sent out a distress signal at 11:23 p.m. local time on Monday 14 miles from the Sisargas Islands off Spain's northwestern Galicia region, the coast guard said. Tracking data show it had set sail from the Portuguese capital of Lisbon on Sunday morning. As a coast guard ship carrying five divers embarked on the rescue mission, one of three helicopters sent to aid the search tracked down the capsized boat at sunset. A diver was hoisted onto the ship's hull to seek signs of life and the sailor inside, who has not been named, responded to his banging on the hull by knocking from inside. With the sea too rough to attempt a rescue, they attached buoyancy balloons to the ship's hull to prevent it from sinking further and waited until the morning, with the Frenchman still trapped underneath. Two divers swam under the boat to help the sailor, whom they found wearing a neoprene survival suit and submerged in water up to his knees. “Each life saved is our greatest reward,” Spain's Maritime Safety and Rescue Society said in a tweet. Vicente Cobelo, a member of the coast guard's special operations team, told a local station the man voluntarily jumped into the freezing water and swam under the boat to reach the sea's surface. “Of his own initiative, he got into the water and freedived out, helped by the divers who had to pull him through because it was difficult for him to get out in his suit,” he said. He was airlifted to safety and taken to a hospital but discharged a short time later with a clean bill of health.     Chinese man Mao Sheng struggles to find a job with baby-faced looks For this guy, the fountain of youth doesn't have any coins in it. A 27-year-old Chinese man says he is struggling to find a job because he looks like a 12-year-old boy, according to a report. Mao Sheng believes that he is being turned down for employment because companies fear he is an agent the Chinese government sent to expose violations of child labor laws, the news outlet NextShark reported. Sheng persisted in job searching because he was the only person able to financially support his father, who had recently suffered from a stroke. He received several rejections from companies, even when he showed proof that he was born in 1995. A frustrated Sheng explained his struggles dealing with a baby face on TikTok, known in China as Douyin. The youthful-looking man shared an experience when he and a friend applied for the same factory job, but only his friend received an offer. In a follow-up video, Sheng, a Guangdong province resident, let followers know he has finally accepted a job offer. Although he's gotten a job, Sheng says he's is looking into the dating world, which could be another significant struggle for the baby face man.