Health + Wellness

STEM Programs Empower Growing Minds

iCode Augusta offers amazing STEM achievement and certification opportunities for local students Article by Michelle Parnell | Photography by Provided Kenneth and Clarisse Peeples both have backgrounds and work in STEM related fields (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics).  When they became parents, the couple wanted their children and other children in the community to have local access to fun, engaging programs that nurtured their love of technology and STEM. “We wanted to...

Health + Wellness

Evans Emergency

Doctors Hospital opens Columbia County’s first freestanding emergency room Article by Lindsay Black | Photography by Steve Bracci Photography A new chapter in healthcare access has arrived in Columbia County. Doctors Hospital has officially opened Doctors Hospital Evans Emergency, the county’s first freestanding emergency room — a modern, thoughtfully designed facility that brings high-quality, hospital-level care directly into the heart of Evans. Now open and seeing patients 24/7, the new ER...

Education

Building Strong Minds Through Academic Excellence

Eric Lynn, owner of Sylvan Learning of Augusta, highlights the center’s programs and services designed to help students succeed Article by Michelle Parnell | Photography by Provided ​In 2027, Sylvan Learning of Augusta will celebrate forty years of assisting local students! Last summer, ownership of the center passed to Eric Lynn and this month, he shares what he loves about Sylvan’s programs and exciting new opportunities coming to CSRA families.   What do you love about Sylvan's programs...

Fitness

Balanced Fitness with Passionate Coaching

At Fit & Well CSRA Fitness Studio, Casey McNutt makes fitness fun and progress-filled Article by Eve Crabtree | Photography by Chloé Giancola Casey McNutt of the new Fit & Well CSRA Fitness Studio in Evans has a passion for fun, well-rounded fitness. With a graduate degree in Biomechanics and Exercise Physiology from the University of North Texas and over thirty years of experience, her enthusiasm for human kinetics continually grows. “It is fascinating to me,” Casey shares. “I like angles and...

Health + Wellness

Health Made Simple

Welcome Health of Evans delivers accessible, affordable care that strengthens workplace wellness year-round Article by Bailey Hall | Photography by Sally Kolar Welcome Health of Evans is offering local businesses something many didn’t realize was possible in today’s healthcare landscape: a way to lower costs while also giving employees better, more accessible medical care. With insurance premiums rising year after year, companies often feel forced to choose between higher deductibles or higher...

Life + Culture

Spreading Joy & Inspiring Confidence

Local homeschool mom blends faith and fashion to encourage women Article by Michelle Parnell As a homeschool mom, Faith Dixon finds her days filled with teaching and guiding her three sons through school and extracurricular activities. Recently, she added book author and women’s boutique owner to her life journey as well. Through the boutique and the devotional, Faith encourages women to be confident as they go about daily life. “It's always been a dream of mine to have my own boutique and...

Life + Culture

Postal Annex: Building Community

Local residents Jon and Laura McCauley build community and relationships through their service at the Postal Annex store in Riverwood Article by Eve Crabtree Jon and Laura McCauley, the husband-wife team of Postal Annex in Riverwood, recently celebrated four years of serving the people of the CSRA through their store in Evans. In 2020, between COVID and the loss of their oldest son, Jon decided he wanted to do something new. “He started looking at business opportunities and had fond memories...

Life + Culture

Clearing the Way for Cleaner, Happier Communities

Trash Bros tackles big cleanups quickly, reliably, and efficiently Article by Michelle Parnell Through Trash Bros, Travis Barnes and his team help CSRA residents and businesses tackle big tasks by cleaning out and removing unwanted items. Whether it is helping a homeowner with a small job like disposing of an old couch, or a commercial client with a large clean-out need, Trash Bros takes on tasks with speed and efficiency to get the job done. “Seeing the reaction of the customer and the...

Home + Design

Classic Details with a Modern Twist

Timeless home features making a comeback with a fresh, modern edge Article by Bailey Hall | Photography by Joe Bailey Photography Stone-Lined Interior Arch A stunning architectural detail that adds warmth and craftsmanship, stone-lined arches are re-emerging as a favorite in today’s homes. This feature draws the eye, creates natural flow between rooms, and brings a sense of old-world charm that balances beautifully with modern open-concept layouts and lighter color palettes. Copper Porch...

Home + Design

Uniquely Designed with Kroll’s Custom Carpentry

Ben Kroll shares about his passion for helping clients achieve their goals and his gratitude for life’s blessings Article by Michelle Parnell | Photography by Patrick Biestman For Ben Kroll, working with his hands comes naturally as a result of growing up surrounded by family who worked in the trades and attending a trade-focused high school. Even during his time serving in the Army, Ben enjoyed making custom furniture for family and friends. When he finished his military service, Ben returned...