Style + Beauty

Feel-good Fall Shopping

Our guide to thrifting, for the planet's sake! Article by Summer Robinson The business of fashion is not always (ok, rarely) environmentally friendly. Fast fashion is the second most polluting industry (after oil) with 2.1 billion tonnes of carbon emissions each year (4 percent of the world's total). Some 87 percent of the materials used to make clothing end up in landfills. That's one truckload every second. The fashion industry accounts for 20 percent of global wastewater and 35 percent of...

Shopping

On Point

Game day, Girl's day Article and Photography by Around here, game day is more than football—it’s a fashion tradition. Let’s be honest—half the fun is the outfit! From throwback collegiate sweaters to bold team colors, every piece is handpicked with your game day in mind. "Styled to perfection with clear bags, team straps, charm necklaces—and those extra tailgate touches to complete the vibe," says Karen L. Brown, owner of All Inspired Boutiques.  All Inspired Boutiques is a multi-location...

Auto + Marine

Next Chapter

Lake Living Article by Sue G. Collins With  2,800 acres and 62 miles of shoreline, Lake Burton is a favorite for long days out on the boat, paddling along the winding shore and sunset happy hours with friends. Located in Rabun County in northern Georgia, Lake Burton is the northernmost in a series of five lakes that comprise the Tallulah River Watershed. It is one of the first lakes in the United States to be created for power generation in 1920.   Today, families gather on and off the water...

Home + Design

Designer To The Stars

Meet Interiors by Abraham Article by Sue G. Collins Keeping up with Abraham Hernandez isn’t easy. His award-winning design studio specializes in kitchen and bath makeovers in Atlanta. Interiors by Abraham has worked on homes of HGTV stars, CEOs, and small business owners, including legendary Braves coach Bobby Cox and Todd Chrisley from "Chrisley Knows Best." His team’s work is showcased in model and spec homes by top builders like John Weiland and Toll Brothers. It’s all about creating...

Home + Design

View to the Vino

Window Traditions makes it clear with smart design and an expert build. Article by Sue G. Collins A business grows and prospers when it listens to customers, plans for the future and embraces technology in their industry. When Dan Shaunnessy, president and owner of Window Traditions, and his team recently researched a new product for the expanding company, they discovered an opportunity they could sink their teeth into.   Designing and installing windows and doors for new construction and for...

Shopping

Fall Fash Finds

Article by Johns Creek City Lifestyle Staff The Versatile Vest This Marimekko Pioneeri Unikko Sleeveless Floral Sweater Vest is both modern and nostalgic. Wear it solo on warm September days then layer it later. Anthropologie The Cuddly Teddy Bear Sneaker This sneaker by Gabor blends sporty chic with cozy luxe—two major Fall 2025 trends. The boucle texture brings in tactile interest, while the metallic accents add a touch of glam. It’s the perfect fusion of comfort and elevated everyday...

Arts + Culture

Discovering His Own Path

His Unicycle A Matter of Course Article by Diana Ha When Tennyson Ha rolled up to Johns Creek High School hefting a giant gym bag on his shoulder three years ago, principal Chris Shearer welcomed the new student, organizing a parking spot for the large wheel. Residents and police officers have looked on wide-eyed as the city’s resident unicycler slipped through swarms of cars and pumped uphill on State Bridge. But the riding, to the young man, has been a matter of course. In California...

Education

Top Teacher

Rap, Creativity and Gaming Make this Math Educator Outstanding. Article by Martel Sharpe Dr. Valerie Camille Jones Ford of Johns Creek is Head of the Mathematics Department at Atlanta's Ron Clark Academy (RCA) and is set to be inducted into the National Teachers Hall of Fame (NTHF) as part of its 2025 class. Dr. Jones Ford is the second educator from Atlanta and the fourth from Georgia to be inducted into the National Teachers Hall of Fame. “It is a tremendous honor to stand alongside so many...

Health + Wellness

It Takes a Village

Promise686 Connects Foster Families with Support and Community. Article by Karen Henderson Each year, over 250,000 children in our country enter the child welfare system and face life without a safe, loving family. The pattern of family breakdown often leaves children trapped in a cycle of anxiety, fear and a sense of being unwanted. As they age out of foster care, many face an increased risk of homelessness, unemployment, incarceration, unplanned pregnancy and human trafficking. Since its...

Arts + Culture

Adorable and Smart

Haven Lane Design creates a sanctuary for a young girl. Article by Sue G. Collins | Photography by Cam Jimenez | Social4Business A young girl’s bedroom should be a haven, a space to crash and create. To dream and yes, to do homework. It should grow with her, allowing self-expression and sanctuary. Ideally, when the door is open (optional!), the design will flow with the rest of the home, complementing the other bedrooms and family living space.  When a family with THREE girls called designer...