Health + Wellness

Know Your Numbers

February is National Heart Health Month, and Piedmont Heart encourages our community to know their numbers, prioritize prevention, and be proactive about lifelong heart health. Article by Piedmont Hospital | Photography by Provided Hypertension is a risk factor for both heart disease and stroke. Also known as high blood pressure, hypertension is caused primarily by lifestyle factors such as stress, smoking, lack of exercise, and a poor diet. It can also be linked to genetics, kidney disease...

Life + Culture

All the Way LIVE!

Trilith LIVE: Fayette County’s new cultural powerhouse is here and built to inspire. Article by Pam Reid | Photography by Provided For twenty-five years, Al Mead has been one of Fayette County’s most recognizable community champions - a connector, a convener, a ministry leader, and a constant presence in civic life. So it comes as no surprise that in June of this past year, Al stepped into a role that elevates his gifts and leadership in a way no previous position has: President of the...

Life + Culture

Grounded in Compassion

April Mowell stewards sacred spaces while guiding families through grief, healing, remembrance, and hope. Article by Jennifer Conforti | Photography by Provided April Mowell admits that much of the cemetery business surprised her. Having watched her husband grow up around the funeral industry, she once viewed it as an unusual — even uncomfortable — line of work. But that perspective shifted quickly once she stepped into it herself. “It didn’t take me long to realize that this business serves...

Travel

The Trail to Friendship

Inspiration turned into action is helping women find community in Fayette County. Article by Sydney Kate Lewis | Photography by Provided What started as a simple question in the “Life in the Bubble” Facebook group has grown into a thriving community of more than 2,000 members as of December 2025. Heidi Becker has always loved being outdoors, whether walking trails, hiking the Georgia mountains, or exploring new places while traveling, but she was hesitant to do so alone for safety reasons. In...

Food + Beverage

Get a Little Cheesy!

An Italian Fontina fondue made for two, where sparks fly and double dipping is encouraged. Article by Pauli Reep Fondue may be a classic, but passé? Not a chance. It’s one of the most interactive and joyful dishes you can put on the table—communal, comforting, and built around everyone’s favorite buffet star – cheese. This Italian Fontina Fondue is silky, savory, and undeniably elegant, pairing beautifully with crisp fennel and cured salami for dipping. Gruyère, fontina, and Parmesan melt into...

Food + Beverage

Green, Good, & Gorgeous

Avocado toast with greens and poached eggs – a healthy way to start the day! Article by Pauli Reep A wholesome avocado toast piled high with vibrant greens and topped with a perfectly poached egg. Creamy avocado blends with crisp greens for fresh flavor and satisfying texture, while the warm, runny yolk adds richness. Served on hearty whole-grain or sourdough bread, it’s a nourishing, energizing meal that feels both simple and indulgent. A crave-worthy favorite that delights with every bite...

Wellness

Sharing Jarod

How Lori Neidlinger breaks the mental health silence for many. Article by Pam Reid | Photography by Provided In a world where social media shines its bright light on perfection - smiling families, curated vacations, homes where laughter fills the halls - too many people quietly carry unseen pain. The Neidlinger family lived that hidden reality for years. Their story, known to many through news reports and community conversations, has become a lifeline for others who thought they were alone. ...

Fitness

Rethinking the Way We Move

GYMGUYZ offers customized, mobile training designed for real life, real schedules, and real change. Article by Sydney Kate Lewis | Photography by GYMGUYZ Personal trainers are not a new concept, but GYMGUYZ took the familiar model and transformed it into something personal and accessible. By embracing a mobile format, the team shifted fitness from being a place you go to something that comes directly to you. Whether it’s easier for you to exercise at home, at work, or somewhere unexpected...

Health + Wellness

The Incredible 37,000-Square-Foot Opportunity

United by baseball, two partners created a facility where dedication and big dreams take shape. Article by Pam Reid | Photography by Chris Collins Photography Most people probably don’t know that one of the first recorded baseball games took place in 1846, played on a dusty field in New Jersey with rules that would look almost unrecognizable today. Since then, the sport has grown from an amateur pastime to a science of swing paths, pitch tunnels, and data-driven development. Yet despite the...

Home + Design

Year-Round Holiday Artistry

JRee Designs elevates holidays — one home, one memory, one joyful moment at a time. Article by Pam Reid | Photography by South Atlanta Photography Some businesses are born from necessity or trend. Others are born from talent. But the most memorable brands? They are born from meaning, woven with heart, heritage, and a calling to serve. JRee Designs is one of those rare gems. Founded in 2018 by creative visionary Jameka Character, JRee Designs is a boutique holiday decorating and hosting...