Education

Academy for Innovation

Dr. Kristy Beam Is Reimagining What Opportunity Looks Like for Atlanta Students Article by Tiffany Dillard Dr. Kristy Beam has spent her career doing the thing most people only talk about: Closing gaps, opening doors, and building systems that actually work for students who have been overlooked, underestimated, and underserved. Now, with the Academy for Innovation in Medicine, she is changing what is possible for an entire generation of young people who deserve to see their future clearly...

Local Services

The Science of Trust

Inside Canine PhD's approach to happier, better-behaved dogs, changing their lives and the people who love them, one wagging tail at a time. Article by Decatur City Lifestyle Every dog owner has been there: the leash lunge at another pup on the sidewalk, the frantic barking when the doorbell rings, the dog who simply won't settle down no matter how many times you ask. For many families, these moments feel like a mystery with no solution. At Canine PhD, the team has built their entire approach...

Shopping

Small Wonders

Local favorites for little ones; and the grownups who love them. Article by Caroline Ficken Whether you're celebrating a new arrival, searching for the perfect birthday gift, or simply looking for a memorable afternoon with the kids, these locally owned shops make everyday moments feel a little more special. Thoughtfully curated, community-minded, and full of charm, each one offers something that can't be found in a big-box store. PLAY & CREATE Clubhouse Kid & Craft Part toy store, part...

Health + Wellness

A Teacher Who Fosters Hope

Decatur Foster Mom Shares Another Side of “Back to School”  Article by Katy Mallory   Emily Spears knows what back-to-school mornings look like from two vantage points: As an elementary school teacher, she has spent years welcoming students through her classroom door — backpacks zipped, new shoes, the excitement of a first day humming through the hallways. And as a foster parent, she has stood in a different kind of doorway: helping children she barely knows get ready for a school that isn't...