When Lizzie Caruthers volunteered at the Madison Food Center, she fulfilled her desire to help people in need. “I really enjoy giving back to the community and making sure people are being taken care ...

Around 500 Blessing Boxes have been built across the Palmetto State as of 2024. People fill them with everything from baby supplies to canned goods to socks for those in need. Credit: File photo: ...

Sometimes, all it takes is a little effort to make a big difference. That is the theory behind the blessing boxes, miniature food pantries scattered throughout Rowan County. This week, the Rowan Food ...