Style + Beauty

Keep On Rolling

Decatur’s beloved soapbox race drives fun and support for local kids. Article by Josh Cornwall | Photography by Monica Conlin Photography Gravity does the driving at the Madison Ave Derby, and for one day each fall, a quiet Oakhurst street transforms into the most joyful racetrack in Decatur. There’s no roaring engine or smell of exhaust here, just the whir of wheels, bursts of laughter, and the occasional cheer as a handmade soapbox car barrels downhill toward the finish. Now in its 14th...

Home + Design

Stylistic and Sustainable Landscapes

Abundance Landscapes + Gardens crafts intentionally designed spaces made to sustain. Article by Natalie Fox | Photography by Jenna Shea Photojournalism Sarah Jackson and Daniel Mobley’s backyard is a study in contrasts, with overflowing garden beds framing a vintage-style stone patio, where ripe fruits and vibrant vegetables abound. A woven basket is utilized to pick their nightly salad for dinner. Chickens stroll the grounds while, every so often, bees will buzz overhead, pollinating the...

Home + Design

When More is More

Trish Roe brings patterns, purpose, and personality to a newlywed couple’s first home. Article by LaTasha Brown | Photography by Elizabeth Granger In a world full of neutral tones and white walls, there’s Trish Roe, the owner and creative mind behind The Georgian Goose Interiors, who’s committed to moody palettes, layered prints, and intentional decor. For Trish, design is personal.   In this featured project, Trish brings her signature “approachable luxury” concept to a newlywed couple’s...

Style + Beauty

Thrifting for a Cause

Second Life gives hope to homeless pets. Article by Tanya Mahrous | Photography by Connelly Crowe There’s a great thrill to thrifting. The hunt for the perfect item, the anticipation building as you stroll the aisles, the rush when the hidden gem emerges from a corner of the store. It’s a beloved experience by many, and at Second Life, an upscale thrift store in Avondale Estates, thrifting takes on a special cause – to give homeless pets a second chance at life (and love).  “We offer...

Health + Wellness

Seven Is the New Smile Standard

Why Dr. Meagan Sturm of Rêve Ortho says age 7 is the Magic Number for Your Child’s First Orthodontic Visit Article by Brooke Felder | Photography by Jonathan Wade When most parents think about orthodontics, they often picture preteens in braces—usually somewhere around middle school. But according to Dr. Meagan Sturm of Rêve Orthodontics, the ideal time for a child’s first orthodontic checkup is actually age seven . “By age seven, most children have a mix of baby and adult teeth, which gives...

Education

Looking Out for All

These three Decatur school crossing guards uplift and protect our students. Article by Natalie Fox | Photography by John Wachs The importance of an extended circle of trusted adults in kids' lives has proven benefits, and our Decatur Crossing Guards are no exception. Safety is their priority, but they do so much more than help students cross safely; they provide warmth, reassurance, and attentive care. By starting each day with a smile (and often, hugs and dancing), our City of Decatur...

Food + Beverage

Made with Love

From easing Weekday Chaos to Grief Support, one local kitchen is redefining mealtime. Article by Josh Cornwall | Photography by John Wachs For Nancy Campbell, founder of Radiant Health Kitchen in Decatur, the food her team prepares goes beyond nourishment; it often provides care and connection for busy families in the community. “I was brought up by a mother who insisted the phone wasn’t answered and the TV was off at dinnertime,” Campbell said. “She created a nurturing space around the...

Arts + Culture

Happy Twirling

Tutu School Decatur Creates Joy Through Dance Article by Brandon Malcolm | Photography by Connelly Crowe At the Tutu School, it’s always time to dance. “Every kid deserves to twirl and dance, right?” says Tutu School owner Tenéa Albright. Founded on the principles of creativity, joy, and the belief that every child should know what it feels like to dance, the Tutu School is a pre-ballet program built for children starting at 6 months. “We start with the very basics of ballet and movement...

Health + Wellness

Get Outside and Find Yourself

Mindful Trails cultivates space for genuine connection: with nature, each other, and ourselves. Article by Natalie Fox Imagine walking across a peaceful forest. You feel twigs crunch beneath your feet, hear birds calling and branches rustling, while your eyes take in the golden splendor of the setting sun. The full body connection we achieve in nature is no accident; it’s by design. We are meant to commune with the outdoors, where anxieties are soothed and our nervous systems can truly reset. ...

Life + Culture

A Meaningful Feast

Honoring the Hands That Grow Our Future Article by Caroline Ficken | Photography by John Wachs On an April evening beneath a canopy of trees at Decatur’s Legacy Park, our city’s largest greenspace, neighbors, chefs, and community members came together for A Meaningful Feast – a fundraising event celebrating the roots and reach of Global Growers Network. Held in honor of the nonprofit’s Founding Farmers, the evening paid tribute to a group of New Americans, immigrants, and refugees, who...