Home + Design

Creating Beautiful Spaces

The team at A&D Carpet and Hardwoods brings expertise, quality, and a personal touch to every project Article by Michelle Parnell | Photography by Acuity Photography For almost fifty years, A&D Carpet and Hardwoods has been a premier supplier of flooring for homes and businesses in the CSRA. Founded by Angela and David Key, the tradition of providing high quality products with exceptional customer service continues with each client who walks through their doors. “It’s a pleasure to work with...

Food + Beverage

The Chef's Table with Bill Coxwell

Serving Up Southern Comfort: Janis' Hot Chicken Salad Article and Photography by This comforting classic comes from Chef Bill Coxwell of Sweet Azalea Gourmet Shop & Catering. “Janis’ Hot Chicken Salad” is a warm, satisfying dish filled with savory flavor and crunchy texture — a perfect blend of homey tradition and Southern charm.   Janis’ Hot Chicken Salad Serves 6   Ingredients 1 1/3 cups chopped, cooked chicken 1 can cream of chicken soup (not diluted) 2/3 cup mayonnaise 1 teaspoon...

Life + Culture

A Big Way to Celebrate!

Spreading joy and encouragement with Card My Yard Augusta Article by Michelle Parnell A few years ago, Julie Blankenbeckler scheduled a yard message for a loved one who lives in Maryland, and it made her smile all day when she thought about how the recipient would feel coming home to the special message. That’s when she knew she wanted to bring that same joy to the CSRA and in 2022, she and her husband, Mark, started Card My Yard Augusta. “Nobody gets mad when they are celebrated, whether...

Life + Culture

Pages of Our Story

A glimpse into the heart behind CSRA City Lifestyle Article and Photography by I’ll never forget the day our very first magazine arrived in the mail. I held it in my hands and cried. It was the product of months of learning, late nights, prayer, and faith that this dream could actually become something real. After homeschooling for many years, I found myself praying for a new season—one where I could step back into entrepreneurship and still keep family at the center. Right after saying...