O.Henry Magazine

24/07/2025

In this month's Simple Life column, founding editor Jim Dodson regales the tale of an encounter with Benjamin Franklin. Well, Rick Bravo, actually, whom Jim writes was "Rick Bravo was a dead ringer for Philly’s most famous citizen and said to be the most beloved of Philly’s Ben Franklin actor-interpreters." Read "Bravo, Ben Franklin" here: https://ohenrymag.com/simple-life-147/
Illustration by Gerry O'Neill

24/07/2025

22/07/2025

Cardamom is the spice of life for Shafna Shamsuddin, owner of Elaka Treats. "Even though she’s inspired by the Indian traditions of her childhood, she’ll tell you with a laugh that her own story doesn’t begin there," writes editor Cassie Bustamante in this month's feature, "It's Her Churn." Find out what set her on an entrepreneurial journey that has been, you might say, a bit of a rocky road at times here:
https://ohenrymag.com/its-her-churn/
Photos by VanderVeen Photographers

18/07/2025

We want to take a moment to highlight the leading women that participated in our special section this month. Perhaps you'll see some familiar faces and learn something new!
Paula McMillan of Stearns Financial Group
Ashley Culotta of House of Eyes
The Women of the Professional Advisors Committee of the Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro
Annie McLennon DDS of Farless Dental Group
Britainy Ambrosino of Ambrosino Law
Amy Alvino of Pebble & Pear Boutique by Amy
Teshanda R. Middleton of Ready for School, Ready for Life
The Women of
Tracy Fink of Blush & Grace Events
The Women of Municipal Infrastructure of the City of Greensboro

Photos by VanderVeen Photographers and Betsy Blake Photography

17/07/2025

In our July ending, contributing editor Cynthia Adams explores Obits and Pieces as "the tale of a quirky hobby practically writes itself." That hobby? "Collecting clever obituaries." Speaking of which, don't forget to enter our faux-bituary writing contest. See page 21 of our current issue for rules and details on how to enter. And see here for our ending story: https://ohenrymag.com/o-henry-ending-104/
Illustration by Harry Blair

15/07/2025

Former MLB pitcher Scott Bankhead has turned his passion into a training playground for future baseballers. Contributor Ross Howell Jr. chats with Bankhead about the North Carolina Baseball Academy, which Bankhead founded in 1998. Read all about the academy in For the Love of the Game:
https://ohenrymag.com/for-the-love-of-the-game/
Photos by Tibor Nemeth

14/07/2025

Write like your life depends on it... because it kinda does.

The O.Henry Magazine 2025 Writing Contest dares you to write your own obituary — a faux-bituary, that is. Think clever, heartfelt, maybe a little haunting. Just keep it under 250 words.

Submit your premature postscript by July 31 to [email protected].

11/07/2025

Loved having you there!!

10/07/2025

" Dogs and humans find their joy, one lick at a time," writes contributing editor Maria Johnson of Salty Paws Greensboro NC, a food truck filled with cool treats for pups. She talks with the Greensboro franchise owner and a client in this month"Dogs and humans find their joy, one lick at a time," writes contributing editor Maria Johnson of , a food truck filled with cool treats for pups. She talks with the Greensboro franchise owner and a client in this month's Life's Funny column.
https://ohenrymag.com/lifes-funny-105/

10/07/2025

08/07/2025

We were thrilled to have some lovely TR ladies featured in O.Henry Magazine's July 'Leading Women' section! Be sure to grab a copy or check out the digital edition to, "meet the pioneering women redefining our local business scene", who we were blessed to be mentioned alongside! We're proud to offer custom hiring and leadership development services to the Piedmont Triad and beyond, and these are just a few faces who represent the tireless work of many women and men on ! https://ohenrymag.com/o-henry-leading-women-july-2025/