Huntsville’s rock man has big heart: donates kidney to save his friend
It’s been almost 40 years since Rudi Stade saved a life, and he’s done it…
Author Laura MacLean
Laura MacLean
I grew up on the beautiful shores of Lake Vernon. I love this little town. I always knew it would be the place I'd plant my roots. I need coffee, a bag of chips, bubble bath and foot rubs. My kids are my life. I believe in sleeping in on Sundays and that laughter is the best medicine. Writing has always been my thing and I have an interesting rock collection, too. I enjoy meeting new people so if you see me out and about don’t be shy to say hi.
All the pretty flowers: Meet Linda Dronseika
Linda Dronseika has never laid eyes on a flower she didn’t like.
“They’re all beautiful,” she says. “I don’t think I could pick my favourite. I have a Muskoka sunset dahlia, I’m not sure where I got it from, but it’s yellow, six-inches across, with a touch of red and orange, and it’s really, very pretty.”
Trinity United prepares to say goodbye to longtime minister
It’s bittersweet, and that’s usually the case with endings and goodbyes. But it’s also a…
Living in colour: Meet Jason Martin
There’s nothing black and white about Jason Martin. “I love colour,” says the eccentric Huntsville native.
Same love: Meet Jamielyn Stevenson
Jamielyn Stevenson is making up for lost time. It wasn’t that long ago that the 25-year-old was stuck in a rut of trying to figure out who she was. Having the guts to come out and admit she’s gay made a serious mark on her self acceptance.
A fine balance: Meet Joy Nixon-Botting
Joy Nixon-Botting is as passionate about learning and she is teaching and she loves to share her knowledge. She’s been bringing women together the old-fashioned way for years and says women supporting other women in their ventures is a powerful thing.