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...

Health + Wellness

Back Story

Kids need a chiropractor too! Article by Johns Creek City Lifestyle staff The average child has about 1,000 traumas before they enter adulthood. For instance, when learning how to walk, they fall. Learning how to ride a bike, they fall. Navigating playground games and backyard play, they tumble and knock heads. These traumas can and do cause spinal misalignments, which is when the bone moves slightly out of its normal position in the spine. This may cause an immediate problem where the child...

Auto + Marine

Cruising in Style

Travel around your world in this mini e-wagon golf cart Article by City Lifestyle staff Calling all those who crave where luxury meets play and value elegance, performance and the joy of the journey. Gulf Carts Custom founders Lisa Thibault and Lan Pham introduce the most exclusive Mini E-Wagon golf cart yet. A stunning fusion of elite style, cutting-edge convenience and adventurous spirit, this low-speed vehicle is designed to turn heads and command attention. The Mini E-Wagon isn’t just a...

Life + Culture

Privacy at the Beach

Article by Karyn Slovin There’s something undeniably special about escaping to the beach with good friends—especially when the setting is a luxurious beach condo overlooking the turquoise waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Newman-Dailey Resort Properties never disappoint, and they had arranged for us to stay in a wonderful 9th-floor beachfront penthouse in Destin, Florida.  St. Maarten at Silver Shells is one of several luxury high-rise condominiums on its beautifully maintained grounds. Featuring...

Arts + Culture

Have You Seen The Bobby?

The Bobby Hotel, Nashville, Tennessee Article by Molly Collins One of my favorite things about traveling with my partner Marty is witnessing his childlike excitement the moment a gracious host hands us the keys to our temporary quarters. That joy was especially palpable when we checked into The Bobby Hotel in Nashville—our first road trip since moving to Atlanta last August. Our room on the sixth floor felt more like a suite, with its generous layout and mid-century modern flair. Every detail...

Travel

The Glories of Camping at Under Canvas

Article by Sue G. Collins | Photography by Sue G. Collins, Under Canvas Our first night at Under Canvas North Yellowstone, a gentle rain turned into a ferocious storm, blowing gusts of wind across the Paradise Valley right down the flue of the tiny but mighty wood-burning stove in our tent. We unzipped the heavy duty canvas door and window flaps for a few minutes, stoked the fire and crawled back under the down duvet of the king bed to listen to the drama outside. We felt completely safe and...

Travel

Kimpton Mas Olas Awaits

Paradise reborn along the rugged and radiant coastline of Baja California. Article by Sean O'Keefe | Photography by Sean O'Keefe, Kimpton Mas Olas Kimpton Mas Olas Resort & Spa offers a refined and bespoke escape where sleek contemporary design meets the wild beauty of the Pacific Ocean and the warmth of Baja California’s soul. With gracious hospitality and a deep reverence for local culture, the resort invites guests to unwind, explore and connect in a setting that effortlessly blends...