Local Services

Celebrating the Ladies in Chamblee

Ladies share what they like best about Chamblee Article by Tana Poncsak I like working in Chamblee with its diversity of people, food, art, and culture. Chamblee truly lives up to its motto, “ Community Feel, Global Appeal .” Shannon Wiggins, Public Relations and Communications Director, City of Chamblee Chamblee has an evolving neighborhood vibe and supportive people. Downtown Chamblee gets better and better, and we are thrilled to be in the heart of it all! Melissa Martin, Owner of AR...

April 2024

Health + Wellness

Muscle Wellness Massage

Massage therapist uses knowledge and skills to alleviate pain and promote muscle wellness. Article by Tana Poncsak | Photography by Janet Howard If you’re experiencing pain and visit Jessica Miller at Muscle Wellness Massage and Body Works, you’re in for more than just a relaxing massage. Jessica is a licensed and skilled massage therapist, and what makes her massages different than many others is that she asks the right questions and targets the right areas to help her clients to not only...

April 2024

Home + Design

Inspired By

Local designer finds inspiration in nature and travel Article by Tana Poncsak | Photography by Christina Wedge  As a young girl, Susie Prince loved art, so it’s no surprise that Susie is now owner and lead designer of Susie Mae Design in Chamblee. Susie grew up in an old farmhouse built in 1880, where she says her parents always had a DIY project going on. “It had all of these beautiful historic details,” she says about the old farmhouse. “But it had become derelict and in disrepair. They...

April 2024

Local Services

Hustle for Hope

The Elaine Clark Center holds a run to raise money for the Frank Clark Scholarship Fund Article by Jon'a Solomon | Photography by Janet Howard Approximately 70 people participated in the Elaine Clark Center Hustle for Hope event that included families, walkers, and advanced runners. The event raised funds for the Frank Clark Memorial Scholarship Fund for students with special needs. The fund was established in 2001 to ensure income didn’t bar any student with special needs from...

April 2024

Home + Design

Invest in Your Home

Learn how money matters when renovating your home Article by Robert Platt/Aaron Michelle Platt Baker | Photography by Habitations LLC When considering modifying your home for whatever reason, you begin with a vision and a bushel of enthusiasm. Eureka! Then comes the question, “Where do I start?” Undaunted, you confidently dash to the web and start the great journey. To your chagrin, the oracle soon delivers more questions than answers. As your neighbor, and seasoned experts, we hear your cry...

March 2024

Finance + Legal Services

Invest in Yourself

What does it mean to invest in yourself? Article by Tana Poncsak | Photography by Janet Howard Tamala Williams grew up in Chapel Hill, N.C., in a family of five. It was during college, Tamala realized she wanted to do something to help others. After graduating with a degree in Sociology, Tamala found herself in Atlanta working for an investment brokerage firm. That experience laid the foundation for the work she does today as a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ and partner at Key Planning in...

March 2024

Life + Culture

Invest in Community

Ways to invest in your community Article by Tana Poncsak | Photography by Janet Howard Most people spend time looking for the right home in the right community, and as residents, they want to see their community thrive. The best way to help is to invest in your community.  The city creates opportunities for residents to participate and to make a difference in the place they've chosen to call home. Events, public meetings, and more are all ways the city opens communication and...

March 2024

Travel

Invest in a Villa Vacation

Dream Vacations Travel Agency Owner Sells Private Villa Vacations Through Partnership with Villas of Distinction® Article and Photography by Dream Vacations Heather Dockery, Dream Vacations travel agency owner and vacation specialist, has partnered with the award-winning Villas of Distinction®, the world’s premier luxury villa rental company to create memorable vacation experiences for customers while offering the best value. “Booking a villa isn't just a stay. It's a passport to freedom,”...

March 2024

Home + Design

Designing New Homes

Trends in custom built homes Article by Tana Poncsak | Photography by Head Homes Building homes is something Jonathan Head says he always wanted to do. He started Head Homes as his passion project while he worked full-time for a large construction company. Eventually, he followed his passion and made the leap into entrepreneurship with Head Homes as his full-time endeavor. Jonathan describes the homes he builds as transitional, custom-built homes. “Our niche is building higher-end homes,” he...

February 2024

Home + Design

Designing Outdoor Kitchens

Outdoor Kitchen must-haves Article by Tana Poncsak | Photography by Janet Howard With springtime around the corner, it’s time to think about outdoor kitchens. Whether you’re designing a new outdoor kitchen or updating an existing one, having the option to cook and dine al fresco is just one of the many perks of living in the South. There are benefits to cooking outdoors. Summertime heat keeps the ACs blowing full blast, even without the additional heat from a stove or an oven. Cooking...

February 2024