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By David Walton | Photos by Evermore Photo Co. To start a restaurant, an owner needs to have a passion for the food they serve along with a natural focus on customers. Joe and Sam’s owner Kim Woolbright checks both of those boxes and more. When the Woolbright family moved to the area, they could…
Photos courtesy of The Piedmont Gardeners Group The 32nd Tour of Gardens, presented by The Piedmont Gardeners, is a perfect way to visit a variety of private gardens in Athens. The tour, which will feature five gardens, will be held Saturday, April 19, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., rain or shine. Proceeds fund…
By Kristen Soles McCrackin | Photos courtesy of The Avenue Erin Gilmer and Brandy Martin graduated from the University of Georgia in 2000 with degrees in furnishings and interiors and embarked on successful careers in interior design. However, they always dreamed of having their own storefront where they could offer the freshest designs and…
By Kristen Soles McCrackin | Photos courtesy of Alexia Nemecek Wedding paintings have been popular since ancient times but have become more abstract and experimental in recent decades. This trend has taken the wedding industry by storm, and it’s no surprise. Live wedding painting adds a special element to the event. A form of…
A big part of any special day comes down to the details and picking the perfect vendors can be overwhelming. So, we thought a resource guide would be helpful for the planning. Although this list is not exhaustive, we hope couples can use it as a place to start the groundwork. Click here to view…
The holiday season is upon us – a time when our thoughts turn to family, friends and gift-giving. We wanted to share a few of our favorite finds when searching for gifts for our loved ones. CLICK HERE TO VIEW OUR GIFT GUIDE DIGITAL FLIP BOOK — Photo by Dzenina Lukac on Pexels
An abridged excerpt from Byrdy’s upcoming book, The Brilliance of Berckmans, publishing in 2025. By Stan Byrdy Long before the University of Georgia had a campus, an Augustan went the extra yard for the Bulldogs. UGA’s first board of trustees met on Saturday, February 13, 1786, in Augusta, the state capital and center of influence.…
By Kristen Soles McCrackin | Photos courtesy of Betsy Pittard When Betsy Pittard was 16, she took a small job after school with a do-it-yourself (DIY) jewelry bead shop in her hometown of Macon, Ga. Back then, she had no idea it would ignite her life’s passion and become a lucrative career. Instead, she…
Madeline Kennon’s art is inspired by the beauty around her By Jennifer McKee | Photos courtesy of Madeline Kennon Creating art has always been Madeline Kennon’s passion. The Athens native remembers participating in art shows as a child, being drawn to anything colorful. “Art class was always my favorite part of the day,”…
A new shop has opened its doors in Athens! Sadie’s – A Girl’s Shoppe, is bringing boutique style to a whole new level for young girls and teens. From clothing and accessories to decor and great gifts, there is something to fit every young girl’s style. After noticing a need for stylish young girls clothing…