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Interstellar Sights at Bradley Observatory
The observatory offers easy access to the stars in Decatur’s backyard. Article by Josh Cornwall | Photography by John Wachs A beacon of curiosity and the unknown, the eggshell-white dome of Bradley Observatory erupts into view from the tree-covered path leading to its front doors. Dr. Alexandra Yep, Visiting Assistant Professor of Physics and Astronomy and Director of the Bradley Observatory at Agnes Scott College, welcomes a group of space-inspired knowledge seekers with a smile and pocket...
June 2024
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DeKalb History Center
Uncovering and shining a light on the History of Decatur. Article by Sable Massingill Martinez | Photography by Jonathan Wade It’s easy to drive through Decatur and notice the beauty around us while thinking of what existed before. Perhaps you’ve even considered this regarding the historic courthouse adjacent to Decatur Square; tucked away in that space isn’t just a beautiful old courthouse, but the DeKalb History Center. “We call ourselves the keepers of the history. We started in 1947 as...
June 2024
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Granada: Gateway to Andalusia
Exploring the History and Charms of Southern Spain Article and Photography by Caroline Ficken Traveling does not come easily to me; I’m a homebody through and through. And yet, on a Sunday morning this past February, our neighbors and good friends pitched an idea beyond 30030: Spain in April. By that afternoon, our flights were booked. I’ve never done something so spontaneous. In the two months leading up to the trip, our get-togethers centered around practicing our Spanish, familiarizing...
June 2024
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Painting with Purpose
How a Local Family-Owned Business Is Changing Decatur One Brushstroke at a Time Article by Brittany Baker | Photography by Jonathan Wade CertaPro Painters of Atlanta-Decatur, owned by Jeremy and Jen Rhett, is more than a painting business. With every brushstroke, they integrate a strong commitment to community service. Founded in 2002 to revive Jeremy’s entrepreneurial spirit, CertaPro Painters of Atlanta-Decatur has evolved into a thriving local business. With 15 full-time staff and over...
June 2024
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