Ben Kenealey of Dillon is a 'neon bender,' a craftsman who fabricates and restores neon signs. He restored the landmark M&M sign in Uptown Butte. It was relit March 16.

On your author's latest birthday, a mournful event occurred. On March 18 last, a great North Carolinian died. This chapter of “Meanderings” will chronicle the remarkable life of Marshall Rauch ...