Life + Culture

Heart, Home, Canton

Reflection and connection this holiday season. Article by Chris Ess | Photography by Canton City Lifestyle December in Canton carries a rhythm all its own when downtown lights flicker on early, familiar faces gather, and the air hums with the comfort of cinnamon. In a season that celebrates both sparkle and stillness, I hope to stir conversations at your table, remind you of the beauty around you, and rekindle the spirit of gratitude that defines our community. Who in your life makes the...

Travel

Winter Road Trips Lead to Festive Memories

Journey across Tennessee, Missouri, and Kentucky to discover dazzling lights, holiday shows, and sweet treats. Article by Lindsey Hickman | Photography by Lebanon City Lifestyle Whether you’re looking for dazzling lights, world-class entertainment, or family traditions, here are three unforgettable holiday experiences perfect for your family’s seasonal adventures. Each destination offers a unique way to celebrate from the Smokies to the Ozarks to Kentucky, no matter which direction you head. ...

Entertainment

Where History Meets Holiday Magic

Celebrate at The Mill on Etowah, where Canton lights, shopping, and cheer come alive Article by Dana Cox & Amy Taylor | Photography by Lindsay Ann Snyder: PhotosByLindsayAnn.com The Mill on Etowah in Downtown Canton is ready to celebrate the holiday season in a big way. Once a historic textile mill, The Mill on Etowah now comes alive with twinkling lights, music, and community gatherings, making it one of the most festive spots in North Georgia. The season kicks off with Christmas at The...

Travel

Comfort and Joy

Old Edwards Inn and Shines with Holiday Splendor Article by Sean O'Keefe | Photography by Old Edwards Inn Archives The Old Edwards Inn and Spa, hidden in the heart of Highlands, North Carolina, is a holiday destination where sugar plum dreams come to life and forever memories are longing to be made.  Twinkling lights drape over stone cottages, lush garlands adorn balconies scenting the crisp Highlands air, and fires crackle in every hearth. It is as if the hush of falling snow embraces the...

Life + Culture

Game of Gratitude

Five questions to spark your love for our home Article by Chris Ess | Photography by Canton City Lifestyle Thanksgiving in Canton has always been more than turkey and pie. It’s about relationships. Taking time to pause, share, and recognize the blessings woven into our everyday lives. This year, I’ve been thinking: what if gratitude were a game? Something we could pass around the Thanksgiving table, with each person sharing their own story? Here are five Canton-inspired questions to play at...

Food + Beverage

Soups On!

Celebrating autumn with comforting curry. Recipes for the most anticipated category in our collections, soups! Article by Jennifer Hoogendyk | Photography by Wesley Hoogendyk From chili variations to decades-old chicken soup instructions, soups are all the rage this time of year. Here are two recipes using curry. The first pairs curry powder and cilantro to season the vegetables, inspired by British chef, Jamie Oliver. The second pairs parsnip and apple, highlighting the curry’s sweetness.  ...

Life + Culture

The Goshen Community Legacy

A father’s vision and a son’s devotion built Goshen Valley into Cherokee County’s safe pasture. Article by Canton City Lifestyle | Photography by Goshen Valley It began in the heart of John Blend, a man who carried both faith and vision. His story was shaped on a dairy farm in upstate New York, where he learned the value of discipline and the beauty of serving others. The rhythm of farm life taught him that growth takes patience and that nothing thrives without care. Years later, during a...

Local Services

Letters of Hope

Born in Cherokee County, a devotional series weaving local mission with nationwide impact, connecting believers through story, Scripture, and the simple beauty of a letter. Article by Canton City Lifestyle | Photography by Llyod Johnson BODY COPY (80 words) It began not with a business plan, but with a burden. Lloyd Johnson carried a deep sense that people needed encouragement in today’s climate. Around a fireside chat at New Life Church in Canton, he voiced that burden with his men’s...

Health + Wellness

Family Care in Cherokee

Gratitude runs deeper when family and service are at the heart of the story Article by Canton City Lifestyle | Photography by Sydney Henderson and Hermanda West When sisters Sydney Henderson and Hermanda West discuss their lives, the themes of gratitude and togetherness shine through in every sentence. Born in different states but raised together in Marietta, Georgia, their journeys through nursing school, graduate programs, and now into their professional lives at Aylo Health reflect a shared...

Food + Beverage

Cuts of Splendor

Five steaks, five stories—each perfected with unforgettable wine pairings. Article by Chris Ess Steak is more than food—it’s ritual, memory, and indulgence elevated. Here are my five local cuts that I've found, each paired with a remarkable drop. 1. A5 Wagyu at The Falls (Blue Ridge) Silky, marbled wagyu that melts instantly. Seared lightly, seasoned sparingly, it shines on its own. I paired it with Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley—bold, lush, unforgettable. 2. Linz Heritage Ribeye...