Life + Culture

I Am More Than:

An Exhibit That Gives Teen Girls Their Voice Article by Tran Bui | Photography by Urban Trend Studios, Claire Abel At a time when comparison is constant and self-worth is often measured through screens, photographer and creative Ashley Hugghins of Urban Trend Studios is creating space for teen girls to be seen fully and honestly. Her portrait and storytelling exhibit,  I Am More Than , centers on one simple but powerful prompt:  I am more than… The project features twelve teen girls from...

Health + Wellness

Where Hope Finds a Home

Stage 4 Hope Creating a Haven for Healing  Article by Constance Verde | Photography by Loch & Key Productions, Stage 4 Hope For many living with advanced cancer, the journey extends far beyond treatment plans and doctor visits. It’s a deeply personal experience -one that calls for emotional support, meaningful connection, and moments of peace that feel increasingly rare. That understanding is at the heart of Stage4Hope, a nonprofit dedicated to creating a sanctuary where individuals and...

Home + Design

Designing Life Beautifully

Blending creativity and function, this award-winning, full-service design studio guides clients through every step to create personalized spaces that reflect their lives and style. Article by Rei Kaiser | Photography by Devon McKenna - Phitosynthesis Studio Ryan Williams has been designing professionally for more than 20 years, but the seeds were planted long before that. “Growing up, I was immersed in the world of home design. My dad was a custom home builder and my mom handled the design...

Sports + Recreation

Game, Set. Growth!

Colleen Craig: Turning vision, grit, and community purpose into launch of Atlanta Vibe, Major League Pro Women's Volleyball Article by Brennan Smith On the Court Where a Dream Took Shape On January 24, 2024, inside a roaring Omaha arena, the Atlanta Vibe clinched a fiveset thriller in the firstever Major League Volleyball match. For Colleen Craig, standing amid the noise, tension, and celebration, the moment was more than a win it was the realization of a dream years in the making. “I...

Health + Wellness

Hearing with Heart

Restoring joy, connection, and clarity through the power of sound. Article by Wendy Edwards | Photography by Pena Rose Studios They say sound is the first sense we experience when we enter the world and remains a powerful part of how we experience life. It shapes how we connect, communicate, and make sense of our surroundings. From congenital conditions to environmental exposure to the natural process of aging, hearing is fragile and can be affected in countless ways. Few understand that...

Home + Design

Investing in What Blooms

The Art of New Beginnings: designs that celebrate life's milestones with intention and artistry Article by Constance Vedroe April is about investing — not only in portfolios, but in passion. For Garrett Wolters, that investment didn’t begin on a trading floor. It began with flowers. After years in an entirely different industry, Wolters made a bold decision: to turn a lifelong love of plants and blooms into his next chapter. When he purchased Flowers of Marietta — a beloved floral boutique...

Life + Culture

Your Next Chapter Starts Here

A curated lifestyle makes it easy to "join the fun" Article by Rei Kaiser | Photography by OneStreet Residential A New Chapter Begins    In the heart of Marietta’s East Cobb neighborhood, a new story of community, comfort, and connection continues to unfold and it’s called EVOQ East Cobb. This modern 55+ community offers stylish apartment homes designed for an active, vibrant lifestyle where residents can invest in a robust lifestyle, live beyond limits and begin anew. Here, days are marked...

Education

One Year After Tort Reform

Breaking down the promises, the changes, and what they mean for your premiums and protections. Article by Ali Salimi, Esq. | Photography by The AAA Group This month marks the one-year anniversary of a significant shift in Georgia's legal landscape. On April 21, 2025, Governor Kemp signed Senate Bills 68 and 69 into law. This sweeping tort reform legislation was pitched to Georgia consumers and businesses as a remedy for rising insurance costs and a way to keep insurers from exiting the state...

Sports + Recreation

Calling the Game. Building a Life.

Kevin Egan’s global sports and entertainment career meets family life in Roswell. Article by Tran Bui Kevin Egan’s work has taken him across continents, into packed stadiums, and onto some of the biggest stages in sports and entertainment. From Dublin, Ireland to Atlanta, his journey has been anything but ordinary. Today, the global broadcaster, his wife Megan, and their children, seven year old James and four year old Maisie call Roswell home, putting down roots in a community that feels...

Finance + Legal Services

Three Strands - Woven to Endure

Legacy is more than what you leave. It's how you live. Article by Rei Kaiser When Brandon and his family chose to plant roots in Marietta, it wasn’t by accident. They were drawn to the strong public schools, the sense of safety and connection, and the unmistakable pride that defines Cobb County. This is where his children will grow, attend local schools, build lifelong friendships, and learn what it means to belong to a community that truly shows up for one another.   East Cobb’s...