Local Services

THE ULTIMATE SUMMER KICKOFF GIVEAWAY

Fire Up the Griddle, Hit the Links, and Shine Your Ride with CSRA City Lifestyle Article by Jana Morris In the CSRA, June isn’t just a month on the calendar—it’s a lifestyle. It’s the smell of backyard hibachi, the sound of a perfect drive echoing off the fairway, and the pride of a truck that gleams under the Georgia sun. At CSRA City Lifestyle , we believe this summer should be your best one yet. That’s why we’ve partnered with some of our favorite local experts to bring you a giveaway...

Auto + Marine

Keeping the CSRA Running Smoothly

Jeff Hawn’s commitment to serving the community shows in his everyday life and the way he runs his businesses, Beacon Automotive and Veterans Towing Article by Michelle Parnell | Photography by Provided Being active in and giving back to the community comes naturally to Jeff Hawn. He and his wife, Jenell, own Beacon Automotive and Veterans Towing & Recovery. They start giving back by conducting their businesses with honesty, loyalty, and integrity. “We’re a Christian owned company, so those...

Shopping

A Creative Approach to Community Outreach

Second Blessings Consignment serves the community through seasonal sales, offering early access to teachers, foster families, military personnel, and expecting mothers Photography by Provided Three times a year, the Second Blessings Consignment sale provides local families an opportunity to buy or sell brand new to gently used items at their warehouse-style seasonal consignment sales. “We pretty much carry anything you have in your home – clothing, décor, kitchen items, craft and school...

Health + Wellness

Setting the Standard for Compassionate In-Home Care

HomeWell Care Services of Augusta’s executive director on leading the CSRA in exceptional, dedicated care Article by Eve Crabtree | Photography by Provided Auguste Badiel spent 24 years serving in the U.S. Army and now, as a veteran, continues to serve others by leading the Augusta branch of HomeWell Care Services. “After retiring from the military, I knew I wanted to continue serving, but in a way that was more directly connected to people and community,” Auguste shares. “That path led me to...

Home + Design

Deeply Rooted Family Tradition

John DeFoor reflects on his family’s commitment to serving the CSRA with integrity and care Article by Michelle Parnell | Photography by Christie DeFoor   The DeFoor family’s roots run deep in the CSRA, making their connection to the people and land especially meaningful. “I'm the seventh generation on the same farm and I live in my grandparents' house that was built in 1945,” shares John DeFoor. “Being so rooted in our community means knowing where things began, seeing where they are now...

Food + Beverage

Graze Craze

Female business owner Cheryl Hardy brings her secret to effortless entertaining to the CSRA Article by Michelle Parnell | Photography by Provided Planning celebrations for friends and family has always been a passion for Cheryl Hardy. A few years ago during vacation, Cheryl came across the perfect addition to her party planning resources. “We had family and friends coming in throughout the day and we knew we wanted a large charcuterie board to be a centerpiece and a place for people to...

Real Estate

Raising the Bar in Real Estate

Stephanie King shares about connecting with clients and mother-daughter teamwork Article by Michelle Parnell | Photography by Provided Four years ago, Stephanie King stepped into the real estate industry and her success proves that she has found her calling. “I got into real estate because I’ve always loved the feeling of home,” shares Stephanie. “There’s something powerful about helping people find a place where they can build their lives, create memories, and feel truly comfortable.” With...

Entertainment

Creating Heartfelt, Relatable Music

Lindsay Hayes shares about her musical background, song inspiration, and thoughts on recent releases Article by Eve Crabtree | Photography by Provided At 16 years old, Lindsay Hayes is a singer and musician who has already released three songs and performs regularly at live shows, events, concerts, and restaurants. She also enjoys playing at the farmers’ market on Saturday mornings. “I love getting to see the community around me,” she shares. “They get to enjoy the music, and I get to enjoy...

Fitness

Focus on Fitness

Core & Kulture Pilates delivers genuine results while creating a space that uplifts, encourages, and celebrates each person Article by Michelle Parnell | Photography by Brittany Sterling Photography Core & Kulture Pilates is the culmination of a vision by husband and wife team William M. and Mimi Rosheall to take fitness in the CSRA to the next level. “I’ve worked at gyms and done personal training, and the one thing that was missing was a true community and culture vibe,” says Mimi. “We are...

Food + Beverage

Luigi's: An Augusta Icon

Reflecting on the restaurant’s history with Penelope Ballas-Stewart, the fourth generation to own and operate Luigi’s Article by Michelle Parnell | Photography by Provided As the fourth generation family member to own and operate Luigi’s, Penelope Ballas-Stewart has a life-long connection to the restaurant and its legacy. Penelope’s great-grandfather Nick Ballas, an immigrant from Greece, originally settled in Massachusetts but eventually found his way to Augusta. Once settled, friends...