Beauty & Wellness
The art of living well, from Asheville spas to Charlotte salons.
A $20 Million-a-Year Fund Aims to Modernize Rural Health Care
Governor Josh Stein has launched the Rural Health Innovation Fund, which will help rural clinics pay for telehealth, AI-enabled decision support, records upgrades and cybersecurity. Applications are due November 16.
What Is Changing in NC Medicaid, and When
State health officials hosted a livestream town hall to walk residents through new federal rules: narrower eligibility for some non-citizens starting October 1, and work requirements plus six-month renewals in 2027.
Maximizing Chair Occupancy: How Go Nails Boosts Online Bookings and Staff Efficiency
Go Nails is an ultra-affordable, booking-first platform that helps U.S. nail salons capture 24/7 online bookings, streamline staff scheduling, and protect profit margins, all starting at $24.99.
Charlotte's Whitewater Center Becomes an Outdoor Yoga Studio
Flow Fest returns to the U.S. National Whitewater Center for a free, two-day weekend of yoga, meditation, workshops, vendors and live music.
US Beauty Award August 2026 Spotlight Honors Verified TOP Salons Across the United States
The US Beauty Award announces seven Verified TOP Salon recipients for August 2026, recognizing beauty establishments across six states for their commitment to quality, craftsmanship and client care.
US Beauty Award Unveils High-Level Jury Panel to Strengthen Independent Beauty Standards
US Beauty Award has announced its High-Level Jury Panel, bringing together specialists across artistry, hospitality, customer psychology, brand strategy and salon operations to support an independent and professional evaluation framework.