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By Jennifer McKee | Photos courtesy of Johnette Rodgers It all started with a Georgia breeze. Georgia Breeze soap, to be exact. A clean, refreshing, invigorating scent reminiscent of a cool mountain breeze. That was Johnette Rodgers’ first introduction to Andree’s Essential Soaps. Today, Rodgers owns and operates the company. “I’ve shopped at Andree’s…
By Jennifer McKee | Photos courtesy of Leigh Ann Barnes Clear bags used to be boring – until Leigh Ann Barnes started designing them. Barnes’ antidote to the clear-bag blues? Carry your NCAA- and NFL-approved clear bag into the stadium, then dress it up later with a stylish leather cover. And with approximately 100…
by Thomas Lee | Photo by Danielle De Angelis on Pexels Improving the community through philanthropy and fine jewelry, JWR Jewelers is celebrating 30 years of service in Athens. John W. Reed first opened his small jewelry store in 1993, and has expertly transformed it into a respected multi-brand retailer. His legacy continues to shine…