Local Services

A Home Built With Heart

The Square Church grows into a new space while holding tightly to the heart that started it. Article by Stacey Scott In Smyrna, we know the places that matter. They’re not always the newest or the biggest, but they’re the ones where people gather — where friendships form, where children grow up together, where community quietly takes shape. For many families, The Square Church has long been one of those places. And it didn’t begin with a building. It began with a living room. Then a...

Education

Where Curiosity Grows

How intention, innovation, and heart are shaping early learning for Smyrna families. Article by Stacey Scott | Photography by Ashley Putnam When Alex Ernst talks about education, it’s clear this isn’t just a business venture — it’s personal. Long before he earned degrees from MIT, worked in global consulting, or spent 15 years at The Coca-Cola Company, Alex was a child growing up in Mexico whose parents instilled a simple but powerful belief: education opens doors. That belief shaped every...

Local Services

Love Local, Lived Out

A story of service, gratitude, and giving back in the community that raised him. Article by Stacey Scott Generosity often happens quietly — woven into everyday life by people who simply believe in showing up for one another. For Kyle Harmon, that belief isn’t performative or planned. It’s personal. A lifelong Smyrna resident and owner of Atlanta Professional Landscaping, Kyle was recently moved to action after learning about a local Smyrna firefighter battling cancer. The connection came...

Local Services

Optimism in Action

A story of service, connection, and belief in the next generation. Article by Stacey Scott | Photography by Provided On a crisp Saturday morning in Smyrna, the smell of pancakes and coffee drifts through the air as neighbors arrive at First United Methodist Church, exchanging hugs, handshakes, and familiar smiles. For some, it’s a once-a-year tradition. For others, it’s a cherished ritual — a reminder that community still matters. For the Smyrna Optimist Club , moments like these are at the...

Life + Culture

Love Happens Right Here

Smyrna-Vinings locals reveal their favorite date night destinations Article and Photography by “My spouse and I love going to Propaganda because its a 70's inspired speakeasy vibe, great music, and expertly crafted drinks make every visit feel like a step back in time. It's our favorite local lounge to unwind, connect, and enjoy an atmosphere that's both nostalgic and effortlessly cool.” - Raesita Allen   “We love quiet walks and outdoor dining nights in Smyrna Market Village.” ...

Health + Wellness

Smiles Made with Love

Why local families trust Dr. Brandon Villar and the welcoming team at Smyrna Family Dentistry. Article by Stacey Scott | Photography by Brandon Carter Some relationships are built over time — appointment by appointment, smile by smile, generation by generation. At Smyrna Family Dentistry , it’s not unusual for a patient in one chair to be followed by their child, their parent, or even their grandparent. That continuity is more than tradition; it’s trust earned over decades. Established in...

Life + Culture

History within the Suburbs

A closer look at Cobb County’s last covered bridge and the history it still holds Article and Photography by Ashley Putnam Beneath the weathered rafters of a covered bridge, time seems to stand still. This iconic timber structure is more than just a relic of early engineering; it’s a soulful portals to a departed era. This journey explores the hidden stories etched into the beams, the preservationists fighting to save the bridge, and the romantic landscape it calls home. Discover why this...

Life + Culture

Welcome Home

A love letter to the seasons, streets, and spirit of Smyrna Article by Kim Butler | Photography by Nate Bridges and Becca McCoy Welcome Home   Yellow jonquils bloom, purple wisteria runs wild on the roadside. Gardens and parks and trails beam with life on every corner– an invitation to each passerby.   Hydrangeas blossom bold and white. Full and abundant laughter rises from the green as city bells ring offering a warm welcome home.    Golden mums and marigolds decorate front...

Professional Services

A Legacy of Compassion

How Carmichael Funeral Home Has Loved and Served Smyrna for Over Half a Century Article by Stacey Scott | Photography by Brandon Carter Trust is not built quickly—especially in moments of loss. It is earned over time, through consistency, compassion, and a willingness to show up when people need it most. For more than fifty years, Carmichael Funeral Home has earned that trust from generations of families, becoming a steady presence during life’s most tender moments. For decades, Carmichael...

Arts + Culture

Creativity on the Corner

Public art continues blooming across Smyrna’s busiest intersections Article by Stacey Scott | Photography by Provided Three more of Smyrna’s utility box murals are officially complete, adding fresh bursts of color, creativity, and heart to some of the city’s most traveled corners. Each piece brings its own personality while celebrating what makes Smyrna feel unmistakably like home. At South Cobb Drive and Crossings, in front of Kroger, Kristen Ramsey ’s You Are Worthy delivers a powerful...