Susanna Shetley is a writer and marketing specialist based in Waynesville, North Carolina. She contributes to the Smoky Mountain News, focusing on local stories that explore various aspects of life in the area, including community events, business profiles, philosophical musings, and personal reflections.
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Susanna Shetley's articles primarily cover lifestyle and family-related themes, with a focus on local content. If you're reaching out to Susanna, consider pitching stories related to small businesses, wellness, community events, nature-focused topics or personal growth initiatives within the United States context. Seasonal pitches may also be well received based on her coverage attributes.
Given her geographic focus in North Carolina and Waynesville specifically, she would likely appreciate pitches that align with the local community and highlight individuals or businesses within this area. For instance, stories about local entrepreneurs making an impact in their communities or features exploring wellness trends specific to North Carolina could resonate well with her audience.
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One of the greatest advantages of traveling the world is being reminded how similar we all are, regardless of culture, race, language or religion.
During a recent morning drive to Asheville, I felt a yearning to listen to National Public Radio (NPR). Typically my phone automatically connects to Bluetooth and a random song from Spotify plays from the speakers.
Once Labor Day has come and gone, I lean fully into fall. I know that technically autumn does not officially begin until Sept. 22, but for my own personal joy, I’ve decided to initiate the season sooner.
Recently I had the privilege of sitting and talking with a group of adolescents who weren’t my own children or my friends’ children. These were teens who I knew well enough to where they felt comfortable with me, but not so well that I was privy to their ongoing emotional patterns or personal stressors.
On a sunny morning, I met Robin Arramae at Panacea Coffee House in the Frog Level District of Waynesville. We sat on the back deck amid other coffee-goers and the relaxing sounds of a nearby creek. The goal was to conduct an interview about her popular business, WNC Paint Events.
It’s hard to know what to write about when my mind is swirling in so many directions, as I’m sure most of yours are as well. As someone said, not only were the effects of Hurricane Helene on a mountain region improbable, they were unimaginable.
By: Kyle Perrotti
Soul Sisters Depot was inundated by the flooding in Waynesville Frog Level district.
When you’re a columnist for a newspaper, you don’t take the space for granted. It is a gift and an honor to be given a page every other week to offer my thoughts and opinions on matters of the world or matters of the soul.
H ave you noticed how stunning the fall colors are this year? A plethora of factors affect the autumn hues, making some years rather drab and others, like this one, pop with kaleidoscope vibrancy. Every day I’ve stood in awe at the splendor.
The passion surrounding the 2024 election was monumental, and as I observed my fellow Americans, the overarching emotion that simmered to the surface, no matter the party affiliation, was fear.
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