July 2009

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	Top Doctors We surveyed area physicians, and they told us that these are the city's best doctors -- all 255 of them (get the complete list on newsstands today!) Your Healthiest You Your essential guide to navigating the modern healthcare system, including debunked medical myths, new vaccines you should be getting, how to get the most out of your health insurance, and more Edited by Blake Miller
	Andy Braitman Contains Multitudes Local artist Andy Braitman never thought he'd be teaching—or even living in a house—but he's bringing the same frenetic energy to both. His students love him, but is that enough for Braitman? By Miriam Durkin
	The New Networking From linking up on LinkedIn to tweeting on Twitter to, yes, some good old-fashioned pressing the flesh, networking in Charlotte isn't what it used to be. Plus, four hotshot local networkers share how it's done By Tamela Rich

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departments

First Person
In the middle of a recession, I quit my dream job. And I’ve never been happier
By Crystal Dempsey

Business
It may not have the name recognition (or the readers) of Sports Illustrated or ESPN, but Sporting News, now based in Charlotte, is playing catch-up as fast as it can. Is it too late?
By Ryan Basen

buzz

Home Perfect pillows for outside spaces Power Attorney Bill Diehl’s infamous client list Chatter The EpiCentre is drawing crowds, for better or worse. Plus, test driving uptown condos Media What the city’s former reality stars are up to now Sports Charlotte's Olympic swimming star Fitness Get in shape with fighting styles from around the world

Trends Shop fronts get creative Shopping Sisters design unique jewelry. Plus, a fashion warehouse sale Fashion Accessories for every personality Beauty Slather on the sunscreen Spotted The city’s best party pics Best Bets This month’s hottest events Agenda What to do and see in July

dish

Now Open
Jon Luther says Good Food on Montford is a hit

Local Flavor
Two pals couldn’t find good German beer, so they brewed their own

Nightlife
Tavern on the Park has a great patio and drink specials. Plus, three hot new neighborhood bars

Guide
An extensive guide to Charlotte's dining scene