by Michael Mullet | Mar 1, 2021 | 2021 | Mar-Apr Issue, Stories
If you’ve ever needed a plumber, you probably learned two things. First, when you need a plumber, you usually need a plumber right away. Second, plumbers can be expensive, but you have no choice. You can’t fix the problem, and you can’t leave it un-fixed. Plumbers... 
by Guest Contributor | Mar 1, 2021 | 2021 | Mar-Apr Issue, Stories
By Joni Gommo, Holly Springs Resident A good Samaritan stopped her car and scooped up a wet and matted pup dragging himself across South Cobb Drive. In the early morning hours of the stormy July day, she took him to the Cobb County Animal Shelter. The animal had been... 
by Michael Mullet | Mar 1, 2021 | 2021 | Mar-Apr Issue, Stories
Bringing Back the Chestnut Tree By Mike Mullet, Ball Ground Resident American chestnut trees were once a dominant native. Its nuts fed wildlife, provided a cash crop, figured prominently in tales of the first Thanksgiving, and became a feature in a favorite Christmas... 
by Leana Conway | Mar 1, 2021 | 2021 | Mar-Apr Issue, Stories
Finding Peace in Art By Leana Conway, Woodstock Resident “For most of my life, I was who I thought others wanted me to be, who I thought I had to be, and focused on what I believed needed to happen in my life for me to be happy. Everything and everyone I was... 
by Leana Conway | Mar 1, 2021 | 2021 | Mar-Apr Issue, Stories
Revival 356 By Leana Conway, Woodstock Resident “You are loved. You are worthy. You are enough.” These words form the mantra at Revival 356, a retreat sanctuary in Ball Ground. Life coach Vikki Frakker and her husband Eric own Revival 356, where they have nurtured... 
by Shannon Sickmon | Mar 1, 2021 | 2021 | Mar-Apr Issue, Stories
Running for Good By Shannon Sickmon, Woodstock Resident Runners have many reasons for taking up the sport. Some want to get in better shape. Some want to enjoy the outdoors. Some like to meet new people. Running fulfills all these things for Dale Morrissey. It also...