Education

Marching Forward: The Campbell Band Legacy

A new era of energy, excellence, and unity is fueling Campbell High’s growing band program. Article by Stacey Scott | Photography by Ashley Putnam The sun dips low behind the bleachers at Campbell High School, and the stadium begins to hum with anticipation. The crowd gathers, chatting and scanning the field. The football players are warming up -- but for many in the stands, the real show starts at halftime. At the far end of the field, drums begin to roll. The Campbell High School Band is...

Local Services

Bet Big. Give Back.

The 5th Annual Casino Night brings the community together for games, giving, and good times. Article and Photography by The cards are on the table—are you all in for the kids? On  Thursday, September 12th , the Smyrna Business Exchange chapter of BNI will host its 5th Annual Casino Night, benefiting Fair Oaks Elementary School in Marietta. With casino-style table games, delicious food and drinks, raffle drawings, a silent auction, and a thrilling grand prize, it’s an evening packed with...

Life + Culture

Stitched with Soul

V. Hand Stitching makes space for joy, creativity, and community—no perfection (or stitching experience) required. Article by Stacey Scott | Photography by Ashley Putnam Virginia Noyes didn’t plan to start a business -- she just wanted to feel like herself again. Between long days at a draining job and a growing desire to do something creative, she picked up a needle, threaded it, and started stitching. “Eventually I had to ask myself,” she remembers, “‘If I don’t take the risk now… will I...

Arts + Culture

The Art of Possibility

Robert Harrison reflects on 15 years of grassroots public art, community creativity, and the joy of turning everyday spaces into something beautiful. Article by Robert Harrison | Photography by Ashley Putnam Fifteen years ago, I walked into a small gathering of local artists and business owners who wanted to bring more creativity to our community. It was the first meeting of the Smyrna Artist Business Association, and while the intentions were good, the momentum eventually faded. An early...

Home + Design

Grounded in Style

This Smyrna-based team turns timeless craftsmanship into flooring that feels beautifully personal. Article by Stacey Scott | Photography by Stephanie Cook When it comes to home design, don’t overlook what’s right under your feet. At K&M Floors, Smyrna-Vinings’ go-to flooring specialists, craftsmanship meets creativity with a warm, personal touch—and the results are stunning from the ground up. Locally owned and family-operated, K&M Floors offers full-service flooring design and installation...

Entertainment

Lost in Her Worlds

Filmmaker. Manga creator. Smyrna native. Robbie J. Atkinson crafts stories that dare you to dream deeper. Article by Stacey Scott | Photography by F.Gerald Fequiere, Provided Robbie J. Atkinson doesn’t just tell stories -- she builds entire universes. From the glow of a film set to the quiet flick of ink across a manga panel, the Campbell High School alum and founder of RPX Media Production is on a mission: “More stories. More wonder.” “I’m drawn to that sweet spot where filmmaking and manga...

Arts + Culture

Wild at Heart

Jared Knox captures the soulful beauty of nature with every brushstroke Article by Stacey Scott For wildlife artist Jared Knox, creativity and the outdoors have always gone hand in hand. “Growing up hunting and fishing made me naturally want to create the scenes I was seeing—or imagining seeing—out in the woods,” he says. From a young age, his sketchbook served as a second journal, filled with moments inspired by deer in the Georgia forests and the rhythmic sweep of wings overhead. Today...

Wellness

Rooted in Compassion, Powered by Community

Giving Tree Yoga’s Wellness Festival Returns with Purpose Article by Stacey Scott | Photography by Provided by Karina Carmichael What happens when passion meets purpose on the mat? For Karina Carmichael, the answer is her annual 108 Charity Yoga & Wellness Festival—now returning to Smyrna September 20–21 for two days of healing, hope, and heartfelt community connection. Saturday’s programming will transform the Smyrna Community Center into a vibrant hub of activity, with guest speakers...

Style + Beauty

Styled for the Spotlight

From Indiana boutiques to music video sets, Chelsea Lunceford helps clients look and feel amazing. Article by Stacey Scott | Photography by Ashley Putnam When Chelsea Lunceford moved to Vinings from Indiana, she brought more than a suitcase—she brought a lifelong love of fashion and a fresh creative spark. Though she didn’t know anyone working in fashion growing up, that didn’t stop her from dreaming. “There are so many pictures of me playing dress-up,” she laughs. “I’d watch movies and shows...

Arts + Culture

A Stage for Every Student

ArtsBridge sparks creativity, connection, and opportunity in schools across the state Article by Stacey Scott | Photography by Ben Rose, Angela of York & Chris Savas It starts with a spark. A soaring violin note. A gasp during a pirouette. A character that makes you feel seen. For students across Georgia, ArtsBridge Foundation creates these moments—the kind that awaken imagination, build confidence, and open doors to possibility. Headquartered at the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre...