KRISTY KELLY PROFESSIONAL WRITER

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"I don’t know why, I just don’t like her." That phrase always struck me as odd every time I heard it during the 2016 election. To hear it again eight short years later is beyond ridiculous to me. Vice President Kamala Harris deserves to be exactly where she is. I just can’t figure out where the hate is coming from. Hmm.

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Madison’s life is one of secrets, both hidden and celestial. When she sleeps, she transcends…

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When Elle accidentally curses her crush and boss, Blake, she plunges them both into a…

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Daria Gale Platts thought she had a normal life as an accounts manager until a…

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Hell’s most dangerous reality show is about to begin, with the fate of the world…

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In A Touch Divine, Kate Grezgorski, an archaeologist, uncovers a mysterious set of artifacts, including…

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Recipes

Kristy Kelly

Halushki: A Budget-Friendly Comfort Food That Warms the Soul

There’s something magical about a dish that brings together warmth, nostalgia, and simplicity in a single bite. For me, that dish is Halushki—a humble combination of cabbage, onions, noodles, and butter. It’s more than just food; it’s a hug on a plate, a recipe steeped in tradition and love.

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Kristy Kelly

Homemade Cranberry Chutney

Cranberry chutney has become one of my favorite things to make—and to share. If you’ve visited the Lenoir County Farmer’s Market between October and December, you might have already spotted (and hopefully sampled) my jars of cranberry chutney. It’s one of my best sellers, and for good reason: people love it! Honestly, they just need one taste to realize how versatile and delicious it is.

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