Food + Beverage

An Authentic Perspective

Photographer Adrion Au shares her passion for food photography and the organic techniques she uses to showcase delicious dishes Article by Michelle Parnell How did you get into photography? My dad managed a program called EarthKAM for NASA, which is a camera on board the space station, so photography has always been around my household. He would hand me a camera and a couple rolls of film and tell me to go shoot. I did and I had a lot of fun with it. As an adult, I got into food...

Food + Beverage

Savoring the Experience

Pairing world-class cuisine with unforgettable wines Article by Bailey Hall | Photography by Chloé Giancola Photography In Evans, Georgia, Cork & Flame has become more than just a restaurant—it’s a culinary destination. Born from a beloved neighborhood wine shop and transformed into a fine dining experience, the restaurant blends global flavors, expert technique, and an award-winning wine program that rivals big-city establishments.   The story begins with The Vineyard, a wine shop founded...

Arts + Culture

Harlem’s Oliver Hardy Festival

A celebration of comedy, community, and small-town charm Article by Bailey Hall Every October, Harlem, Georgia transforms its oak-lined streets into a bustling celebration of laughter, history, and community spirit with the Oliver Hardy Festival. What began decades ago as the modest Pecan Festival has grown into one of the area’s most beloved traditions, drawing tens of thousands of visitors from across the region—and even the world.   The festival honors Harlem’s own Oliver Hardy, the...

Beauty

Embracing Timeless Wellness

Discovering the true source of feeling and looking your best with the team at Augusta Anti-Aging Medicine Article by Michelle Parnell | Photography by Acuity Photography Looking great and feeling even better begins deep inside a healthy mind and body. Nurse Practitioner Samantha Tojino and her team at Augusta Anti-Aging Medicine work with patients to cultivate a customized healthy lifestyle plan, as well as address the root causes of chronic conditions and concerns that often accompany getting...

Education

Fueling Creativity Through STEM Programs

Snapology of Evans offers engaging learning activities for kids Article by Michelle Parnell Although Eric Lynn retired from the military after twenty years of service, the expertise he cultivated during his time in cyber programming stuck with him. The desire to pass along these important skills to the next generation prompted him to search for local STEM activities for his kids. What he found was a need to provide fun, mentally stimulating extracurricular learning activities for local...

Home + Design

Creating Spaces that Soothe

How Venus Davis transforms homes—and lives—through thoughtful organization and design Article by Bailey Hall In a world that rarely slows down, home should be a place that does. Yet for many families, daily stress begins the moment they walk through the door—tripping over clutter, hunting for missing items, or simply feeling the weight of a disordered space. Venus Davis, founder of Calming Home by Venus, knows how deeply our surroundings impact our well-being.   With more than 40 years of...

Home Services

The Inside Scoop

Jordan Burghoff’s Full-Service Yard Care Business Keeps Things Clean Article by Bailey Hall | Photography by Chas Linh Photography When Jordan Burghoff launched Scoopr, a full-service pet waste removal company, he never expected to become known for both pristine lawns and hilarious online videos. But for this Navy veteran, family man, and self-proclaimed "poop nerd," blending purpose, creativity, and a little humor has turned out to be the perfect formula.   With nearly 20 years of...

Finance + Legal Services

Family, Legacy, and Financial Planning

Tommy and Chandler Norris of Norris Financial Article by Bailey Hall | Photography by David Gomes For Tommy Norris, financial planning has always been about people. A second-generation advisor with Prudential Financial, Tommy entered the business 38 years ago thanks to a suggestion from his uncle after high school graduation. “I let it go in one ear and out the other,” Tommy says with a laugh. “But after I graduated college and still didn’t know what I wanted to do, I remembered what he said...

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...

Health + Wellness

Expanding a Legacy

The Center for Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Heads to Grovetown Article by Bailey Hall After more than 50 years of service across the CSRA, the Center for Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery is growing once again. The practice is set to open a brand-new location in Grovetown, Georgia, with doors expected to open in fall 2025.   Conveniently located just off I-20 at 750 Gateway Center Boulevard, the Grovetown office will mark the practice’s fourth location. “As our practice grows and two surgeons...