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Winter 2014-2015 Vol. 14 No. 4
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WIRE 13
Stay up to speed on the
happenings in 28277.
FACES 29
Meet these effervescent
residents of Ballantyne.
EXPERT DIRECT 54
Solve "what to wear" to
big events with this pro's tips.
STYLE POINTS 66
Create a stir — literally — with
these easy-to-make cocoa sticks.
FAB FARE 68
Blackthorne Restaurant & Bar
has quickly gained a following.
WHO KNEW? 72
Needs are beyond elementary at
area schools; Endhaven receives grant.
SOCIAL SEEN 75
See the latest events drawing
people out and about.
ESCAPE 82
For a beautiful beach less traveled,
consider the isle of Anguilla.
TEE IT UP 94
Learn fve great ways to improve
your golf game this winter.
EYE LEVEL 96
Blue herons in Ballantyne?
Yes — see this magnifcent bird.
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