Life + Culture

Saddle Up: Where Champions Train

An equestrian athlete and southeast "stomping grounds". Article by Wendy Edwards You can smell the fresh green grass and hay in the air as the morning dew shimmers across the field. This is horse country in summertime, where many may flock to birthday parties, summer camps and even serious competitions. In fact, those birthday parties may even ignite a passion for Equestrian Sports and a life-long fervor for an ancient pastime that is enjoyed by so many. Just ask Averie Rykman, a seasoned...

Health + Wellness

A Safe Path

An evening of hope and healing for children in crisis Article by Jinger Robins SafePath Children’s Advocacy Center—one of Cobb County’s most trusted nonprofits—is proud to host its 22nd annual “Hearing Children’s Voices” Gala on Saturday, August 16, 2025, at Truist Park. The event will raise critical funds to support SafePath’s mission of reducing the trauma for abused children and their non-offending families throughout their journeys toward healing and hope. This year’s gala will...

Home + Design

Thriving Through the Heat - August Container Gardening

Tips to keep your containers looking beautiful into fall Article by Jennifer Rust | Photography by Nikola Kratky Let’s face it, August heat makes the garden a little less fun than it was in May and any hint of cooler weather is still a hot minute away in Georgia. However, there is lots to do with plant containers now to revive them and looking beautiful through the hot summer months and into fall. You can even make it a family affair - a fun, hands-on experience to tackle with the kids.  ...

Entertainment

TRADITION, THRILLS & TASTES 

The North Georgia State Fair Turns 93! Article by Rae Kaiser When the golden hour hits just right and the scent of funnel cakes meets the roar of a rollercoaster, you know exactly where you are: the North Georgia State Fair. For nearly a century, this cherished North Georgia tradition has transformed late September into a sensory wonderland—and this year festival organizers are pulling out all the stops. Presented by community cornerstone Superior Plumbing, from September 18-28 the Fair...