Life + Culture

Decatur FC Kicks Off Second Season

Spotlight brightens on women’s soccer stage. Article by Josh Cornwall | Photography by Sport Shots by Bree DECATUR, Ga. — The roar of a packed crowd and the unmistakable hum of local community pride are back at Decatur High School Stadium this summer. Decatur FC, the semi-professional women’s soccer team, is set to kick off its second season this May, building on a debut that shattered expectations and brought the city together. “We couldn’t have asked for a better reception from the...

Food + Beverage

Al Fresco Decatur Dining

Our Publisher’s Guide to Where to Spend Your Spring! Article and Photography by Caroline Ficken Al Fresco Decatur Dining Our Publisher’s Guide to Where to Spend Your Spring! Parker’s on Ponce Decatur’s closest thing to patio dining in NYC, this spacious courtyard overlooks Ponce de Leon, framed by an iron-wrought fence and warm string lights. A refined yet relaxed ambiance makes it ideal for sipping, dining, and people-watching. One Manhattan, please!! The Little Hippo This...

Food + Beverage

Radiant Health Kitchen Cares for Caregivers

Making Mealtime Easier for the Ones Who Make Life Happen Article by Caroline Ficken There is a quiet rhythm that keeps families, friendships, and communities running. It’s most often the work of mothers and women – the ones who hold the calendars, plan the meals, remember the birthdays, and create the spaces where love gathers. It’s work that is often unseen but deeply felt, and while they make sure everyone else is fed and cared for, their own care is frequently overlooked. Nancy Campbell...

Local Services

CHaRMed New Life

Turning waste into action, CHaRM DeKalb is reshaping recycling through education, transparency, and community engagement. Article by Josh Cornwall | Photography by Caroline Ficken When Peggy Whitlow Ratcliffe founded Live Thrive, she wasn’t setting out to start a movement—she just needed a place to dispose of old pesticides from her father’s garden. But when she discovered there were no municipal solutions for hazardous waste disposal in Atlanta, she realized she wasn’t alone. “That first...

Home + Design

"Fore" Business

Green Office is a new gathering space for golf lovers. Article by Brandon Malcolm | Photography by Connelly Crowe When you ask Corinne “CM” Milien what she does, she’ll tell you she’s a “people plug”.  “I try to be a resource for as many people as possible,” she says.  Founder of WRK boutique human capital firm, CM centers her work around building connections and helping businesses and individuals tap into their full potential through leadership coaching and future-minded planning. CM’s...

Arts + Culture

Create, Innovate, and Collaborate with Decatur Makers

A family-friendly makerspace overflowing with support, experimentation, and high-tech toys. Article by Natalie Fox | Photography by Connelly Crowe Decatur Makers is where you go to figure out how to make almost anything. Their membership includes access to a wood shop, laser cutters, 3D printers, welding materials, and more. There’s an electric shop where you can find ways to make something move, go, or light up. The arts and crafts area is perfect for textile work, while their Open Build...

Wellness

Tails of Transformation

From Ruff to Refined: How Canine PhD can train your furry friend into a next-level pup. Article by Brooke Felder For pet parents seeking effective, evidence-based dog training solutions, Canine PhD in Decatur stands out as a beacon of excellence.    Born of a passion to help shelter and care for homeless dogs, Owner and Lead Dog Trainer, Meredith Minkin, founded Canine PhD in 2008. She started teaching classes in a parking lot in Inman Park. Canine PhD has now grown into a comprehensive...

Fitness

Find Your Perfect Fit

Enjoy pain-free movement and a community clubhouse feel at Fleet Feet Decatur. Article by Natalie Fox | Photography by Ben May Brandy Madson fell into running on a bit of a fluke. She spontaneously signed up with three friends for a half marathon, and then they each dropped out one by one; Madson, demonstrating her steadfast resolve, stayed committed. Completely new to long-distance running, she serendipitously saw a mutual friend she knew was a runner at the grocery store. After asking for...

Home + Design

Co-Create Your Space

Robert Koch Designs delivers on stylistic dreams. Article by Natalie Fox | Photography by John Wachs As a young, prospective architecture student, Robert Koch was shown an image of Frank Lloyd Wright’s Fallingwater. Designed in 1935, the Pennsylvania house sits atop a waterfall and is widely considered a masterpiece of organic architecture. Koch was deeply impacted by how the structure pushed boundaries in a way he had never seen before. This moment of inspiration created a reverence for...

Home Services

Latina-Led Luxury Construction

How Claudia De La O is redefining high-end construction with heart, expertise, and accessibility. Article by Brooke Felder | Photography by John Wachs Crafting and curating a forever home takes time, attention to detail, and expertise that often feels unattainable. Claudia De La O, the founder and creative director of D&D Total Construction, understands this and redefines what it means to create well-executed construction without exorbitant costs. "I want to add value to the properties I work...