EDITOR’S NOTE: The following item is from Brenda Barger’s March 16 “Around Davidson” column.  Click here to see the rest of the column.

Mary Ann Mabry thanks the Reverend Allan Buckner.

Anyone diagnosed with cancer can relate to the importance of maintaining a positive attitude.

With that in mind, a group of women in our community meet quarterly for fun, fellowship and periodically, a guest speaker.  Called the Women’s Cancer Wellness Group, they come under the “umbrella” of the Davidson College Presbyterian Church (DCPC).  Church member Mary Ann Mabry currently serves as the coordinator. Read the full story

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A new study has found that women who drink moderately at mid-life may gain less weight than those who stay away from alcohol. The study was published this week in the Archives of Internal Medicine. Read the full story

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Davidson Parks & Recreation has a variety of fitness programs on the calendar in March and April, from Pilates and bellydancing to martial arts and yoga. Pre-registration is required. Register online at www.ci.davidson.nc.us or call the Parks & Rec office at 704-892-3349. Please note that all programs are held at the Parks & Recreation office, 416 Armour St., unless otherwise noted.

See the list below. Read the full story

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Click the headline to see Michelle Obama's video summary of the Let's Move campaign.

First Lady Michelle Obama this month kicked off a nationwide campaign called “Let’s Move” aimed at improving child health combating obesity through improved nutrition information, access to healthy foods, exercise, and personal responsibility.

Read on for a video interview with Ms. Obama and links to related coverage. Read the full story

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