Sister Act
A sign at the entrance to Musulyn’s International Cuisine in Covington reads, ‘Welcome to Our Story.’ It invites guests to learn more about chef Carmenia Tyrus and her journey from
The Genteel Rebirth of the Blue Willow Inn
by Kari Apted The Blue Willow Inn has served many purposes since it was built in 1917. It has been a private residence, church, social hall and restaurant. Closed in
Brotherly Love
by Brian Knapp Luke Smith strikes an imposing figure from 60 feet, six inches away. The 6-foot-4, 225-pound senior spent his breakout 2023 campaign with the Social Circle High School
‘He’s Perfect’
When their infant son was diagnosed with a rare form of epilepsy, Joel and Tiffany Smith found themselves at the beginning of a difficult and painful journey. However, through their
Homeschool, Not Alone School
by Kari Apted Dr. Annise Mabry’s children were the driving forces behind her development of Tiers Free Academy Homeschool Cooperative. As an LGBTQ-identifying individual, her daughter, Ally, was the victim
A Force for Learning and Justice
Dr. Annise Mabry has a wall full of diplomas. Those degrees have opened dozens of doors throughout her life, but her innate ability to find solutions to insurmountable problems drives
Taste Test
by David Roten When Deer Creek Farm’s own Blue Harvest Tea made it to the finals of the Flavor of Georgia Food Product Contest, owners Joe and Merlon Harper joined
The Fruits of Labor
When Joe and Merlon Harper moved to the country, they had no plans to become farmers. However, once they bought their first two blueberry bushes, the seeds for Deer Creek
Cooking Up a Legacy
For over 50 years, restaurateur Jim Stalvey owned and operated over a dozen dining establishments in Covington and surrounding areas. The late Newton County icon not only enjoyed serving food but