Unlocking Dyslexia’s Doors
A sixth-grade social studies teacher at Indian Creek Middle School, Rob Gourlay overcame one of the most frustrating impediments to education anyone can meet. by Nat Harwell It is not
‘Our Little Piece of Heaven’
A sprawling bamboo garden brought to life by David and Elaine Ellis provides a sanctuary for quiet reflection, focused study and faith-based outreach. by David Roten A man’s voice called
Beat the Summer Slide
Help avoid the potential loss of skills and knowledge over summer break by encouraging your kids to read. Go by the library and pick up something from Newton County Schools’
Our Own Slice of Americana
Henderson’s Restaurant shuttered its doors in 2017 after lifting the spirits of its loyal customers for more than half a century. Gone but not forgotten, it lives on in the
An Unbreakable Will
Chip Madren won his battle with Stage 4 brain cancer as a teenager, and despite the lifelong effects of the disease, the 24-year-old channels his passion for the outdoors into
All Strings Attached
Out of Wayne Kitchens’ longstanding adoration for the Monastery of the Holy Spirit in Conyers sprang the idea to preserve some of its rich history by creating a one-of-a-kind instrument
The Secret Ingredient Is Love
I love to cook and bake for my family. I’m the first to admit I’m not very good at it, and there have been plenty of times nobody liked what
Servant’s Heart
Loy Summers’ tireless work with the Covington Garden Club spans 14 presidencies, from Harry Truman to Joe Biden. The legacy of beautification she began back in 1952 will echo into