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PHOTOG RAPHY B Y J OHN MICHAEL SIMPSON
know the phrase is intended as a snide comment, but it’s good advice – I love looking at old family photos or just clicking through my Facebook albums. As this is our annual arts issue, I figured I’d share some of my own favorite shots to preview the stories you’ll see later on: The Ebony Anglers truly make up a sisterhood. The camaraderie and support they showed for one another at our cover shoot was inspiring to witness. Catch more about this team that’s changing the world of competitive fishing and beyond on pg. 46.
American Dance Festival hosted
Tom Hoerger and Susan Hoerger have participated
in the Durham, NC parkrun for three years. “Truly anyone can participate,” Susan says, adding that the great thing about the 5K is it is fully accessible thanks to the paved trail. Tom says the run is “very welcoming.” See if it’s a good fit for you, too, on pg. 52.
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Beauty, Artistry & Tradition
PHOTO BY CORNELL WATSON
in-person performances at Mystic Farm & Distillery in June. Choreographer ShaLeigh Comerford told us on pg. 54 that “performing live again for an audience was an incredibly emotional experience.” This was also my first time attending a live show again, and I’ve just gotta say: Ditto. If you don’t already know who Desmond Jackson is, just wait till you read this Tokyo 2020 Paralympian’s incredible story on pg. 44. Freelance photographer Cornell Watson captured stunning shots of the athlete, but I’m a sucker for this image he took of Dez’s proud mom, Deborah Waddell Jackson.
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