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July 2022: Editor’s Letter Not long ago, I went to an event at the Stranahan House. It wasn’t a wedding or a charity event; my buddy The Frenchman just wanted…
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Erik Petersen
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In 11 years working in US and UK print media, Erik has sparked debate, built relationships and delivered quality journalism. His work was shortlisted several times in Britain's primary newspaper awards. In 2009, Erik was named columnist of the year.
No Wake
Editor’s Letter: June 2022 Fort Lauderdale “Life was harder back in my day” stories are, I feel, sometimes a bit underwhelming. Mine are, anyway. I grew up off Commercial and…
Drive Time
Editor’s Letter: May 2022 I looked into the rearview mirror just in time to have a single thought: I’m about to get hit. Impact came a split second later. It…
On the Town
Editor’s Letter: April 2022 My first boyhood visit to Searstown has been lost to the mists of time, but it seems safe to assume it probably involved something like buying…
Yellowstone and Beyond
Yellowstone National Park’s magnificence needs little introduction. But the area just north of it, better known for winter sports, can also make a great part of any summer vacation. It…
Tunnel of Love
Editor’s Letter: March 2022 Pop quiz without looking it up: From where do you know the name Henry E. Kinney? Go on, I’ll wait. If you said “from under the…
Hearts & Snakes
Editor’s Letter: February 2022 I was discussing good meats to smoke recently with my fish dip guy – regular readers of this editor’s note will know that you’re not really…
Pelo Party
Editor’s Letter: January 2022 It’s a weeknight, my daughter is asleep in her room and in my room, I’m sweating profusely while a woman in a sports bra yells at…
Paths to Wellness
There’s no gimmick workout, no secret diet, that’s the one great trick to being healthy. It’s about following proven methods, being consistent and setting yourself up for success. We spoke…