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Conyers Locally Grown co-op features food that is grown less than 40 miles away, has no synthetic fertilizer or pesticides and is not genetically modified.
Market sells locally grown produce, gourmet meals
Market sells locally grown produce, gourmet meals. Rushing home after work and stressed about the dinner menu?
Woodworker joins more than 150 artisans featured at Cherry Blossom Festival
Woodworker C.H. Brown is among more than 150 vendors who will participate in the Conyers Cherry Blossom Festival.
Cruise ship comedy teacher headlines Conyers show
Gid Pool didn't become a comedian until the age of 61.
Covington business sells discounted tools, hardware
When Chuck Ozburn sold most of a tractor-trailer full of discounted tools and other work supplies within three days in December, he realized that in this economy a business like that might do well.. "I thought maybe Covington needs a true-blue liquidation close-out wholesale store to the
Elks Aidmore looking for bands to fill music festival line-up
Elks Aidmore is gearing up for its first music festival on April 28.
Newton Chamber of Commerce promotes businesses via T-shirts
Newton County Chamber of Commerce members get lots of perks.
Olde Town Conyers jazz concert features seasoned saxophonist
As part of its First Friday Concert Series, Unity Church presents the Dave D'Angelo Jazz Quartet on March 2 at 8 p.m.
New Depot Players present an American classic, "The Glass Menagerie"
New Depot Players present an American classic, "The Glass Menagerie". The New Depot Players latest production, "The Glass Menagerie," may not be the happiest of stories but there's no denying that this close study of a dysfunctional family is compelling, said director Kelley Whitmire.
Long-time friends open Elite Sporting Goods in Covington
The lives of friends Britt Mask and Richie Cleary have continued on similar paths over the years. They both graduated from Newton High School in 1996. They both married Newton County school teachers. They each have three children, with both men being the fathers of an 8-year-old and
Covington shop owner hopes antique lovers make his store a stop on their route
When Dan Morgan resigned from his job as deputy executive director of the Covington Housing Authority to search for another position, the economy began to sour and career opportunities dried up quickly. That's when the idea of running his own business entered his mind.. "I had a hard time finding
Conyers/Rockdale arts council intensifies fundraising efforts
The Conyers Rockdale Council for the Arts is ramping up its efforts to raise money this year.
Conyers cupcake shop offers over 30 varieties
Rocky road, peanut butter chip, key lime pie, Boston cream, chocolate turtle, Neopolitan -- no, they're not ice cream flavors, they're just a few of the cupcakes available at Holly's Cupcake Shop in Conyers.. Established in 2009, Holly's Cupcake Shop only sells one thing -- cupcakes, but that doesn't mean
Twenty-year-old dragon fantasy novel published as e-book, paperback
After reading the novel "Jurassic Park," and going to see the movie, Ginger Wages and her brother Tony Wages, discussed the idea of writing a book involving a tyrannosaurus rex.. Being fans of science fiction/fantasy, the siblings changed the dinosaur into a dragon and pit the fierce creature
Take a trek up Panola Mountain in the afternoon, at sunset, or under the full moon
In the midst of a winter that's felt more like spring, Panola Mountain State Park has welcomed a steady stream of visitors who have taken advantage of weekly hikes, and naturalist Amy Snow hopes even more folks venture out to see the beauty of the granite mountain.
Covington tree care company owner offers 18 years of experience in the field
After 18 years working as an arborist for a string of multi-million dollar tree service companies along the East Coast, Daniel Bauer decided to grow a business of his own. In April, he started Arbor Equity Inc., a full service tree, shrub and turf treatment company based in Covington.
Rockdale students learn about community, peer influence
How do you groom the community leaders of tomorrow?. Organizers of the Rockdale Youth Leadership program believe it starts with exposing teenagers to the adults who function as leaders in the community today.. This year Rockdale County Public School educators pegged 28 sophomores from all three high schools to participate
Conyers Rockdale Council for the Arts presents Preschool Pops program
One of the things Donna Kokumo Buie likes best about storytelling is that the folktales, though different in detail, often contain the same basic storyline.
Lowe's grant finances half of Habitat home
Persistence paid off for the Conyers/Rockdale County Habitat for Humanity. The nonprofit, which helps provide affordable housing for low-income families, procured a $30,000 grant from the Lowe's home improvement company recently, a grant they failed to obtain when they first applied for it in 2008.
New 4-H agent a former Rockdale County club member
As a middle schooler, Brittany Johnson opted to make breakfast tortillas for a 4-H cooking competition rather than pursue a 4-H public speaking project. Judges visited her stove and asked her questions about her dish, one-on one interaction that suited Johnson just fine. "I was extremely shy and didn't want to stand in front of people and talk," she said.
Coupon expert to share her savings secrets
As a teenager, Rachael Mercer shopped for the family's groceries after school while her mom worked. Mercer's mother gave her coupons to use and told her she could keep any money she saved.. "One week I saved $17 and bought a blue and white polka dot dress," Mercer said
Tasty Treats Italian Ice merges with Soups on the Side sandwich shop
Patrons of the Roly Poly, formerly located on Ga. Highway 138 S. in the Kroger Shopping Center, can now find similar sandwiches, though under different names and with some variations in the ingredients, at the Tasty Treats Italian Ice just across the road.
Third-grader organizes clothing drive for homeless shelter
Eight-year-old Sarah Cole organized a clothing drive to help residents of a homeless shelter.
Brother and sister donate their kidneys to younger sibling
Allen Conner literally owes his life to his two siblings. The 36-year-old Conyers man recently underwent his second kidney transplant. He received his first new kidney at age 2 from his then 16-year-old brother Todd Conner. Thirty-three years later, sister Lori Ann Christian, 51, has given her kidney to her younger brother.
Porterdale Perk and Cafe a new coffee-breakfast-lunch option
As a skin care specialist, Joy Patterson spent her career making people feel better. Now that she is the owner of the new Porterdale Perk and Cafe, her goals are not much different. Instead of pleasing people by enhancing their beauty, she aims to make them happy with her culinary skills.
Transportation company sponsors art contest for Sims students
A transportation broker, BAT Logistics specializes in lining up trucks and trains to move freight across the country and to Canada. But leave it to a group of elementary school students to imagine much more intriguing ways to travel.
Transportation company sponsors art contest for Sims students
A transportation broker, BAT Logistics specializes in lining up trucks and trains to move freight across the country and to Canada. But leave it to a group of elementary school students to imagine much more intriguing ways to travel.. BAT Logistics recently partnered with Sims Elementary School to hold an
Hampton Academy is boutique child care center in heart of Olde Town
Andrea Boyd has found a way to pursue both of her career interests -- working with children and practicing law -- through her recently opened childcare center, Hampton Academy. The Henry County resident, along with her business partner, Conyers resident Kathy Bell, operate the center, located in the heart of Olde Town Conyers at 939 Bank St. in a renovated home.
Hampton Academy is boutique child care center in heart of Olde Town
Andrea Boyd has found a way to pursue both of her career interests -- working with children and practicing law -- through her recently opened childcare center, Hampton Academy. The Henry County resident, along with her business partner, Conyers resident Kathy Bell, operate the center, located in the heart of
Find that one-of-kind gift at the monastery's new Abbey store
Want to avoid the hassle of driving into Atlanta for that out-of-the-ordinary Christmas present? Well, you can by visiting a shop right here in Conyers that carries unusual items from around the globe.
Teen beauty pageant winner inspires other contestants to donate 400 toys
The Toys for Tots program gained a few hundred more toys last weekend thanks to the efforts of one Conyers teen. Anna Barnes, who holds the title of Miss Georgia Teen America, organized what she called "A Queen for Claus" event which drew about 40 other pageant contestants and their families bearing over 400 toys to Have An Ice Day ice skating rink in Conyers last Sunday.
Teen beauty pageant winner inspires other contestants to donate 400 toys
The Toys for Tots program gained a few hundred more toys last weekend thanks to the efforts of one Conyers teen. Anna Barnes, who holds the title of Miss Georgia Teen America, organized what she called "A Queen for Claus" event which drew about 40 other pageant contestants and their
Divine Decadent Catering in Conyers serves gourmet cooking, varied menu
Carolyn Hoyte has worked in the law and real estate professions but the Conyers resident thinks she's finally found a way to make a living doing something she loves -- entertaining guests with her culinary skills.. Hoyte recently launched her new business Divine Decadent Catering & Event Planning. Based in Conyers
Conyers Mrs. Claus makes this her last season by Santa's side
CONYERS -- After 15 years playing the role of Mrs. Claus, Jessie Brown will hang up her red dress and cap for the final time. The 74-year-old said she's enjoyed her run, which has included standing by Santa's side for at least a decade in the Conyers Christmas parade. She's also made appearances at countless tree lightings and events with Santa at churches, day cares and schools.
Conyers Mrs. Claus makes this her last season by Santa's side
After 15 years playing the role of Mrs. Claus, Jessie Brown will hang up her red dress and cap for the final time. The 74-year-old said she's enjoyed her run, which has included standing by Santa's side for at least a decade in the Conyers Christmas parade.
Choral Guild performs holiday favorites in Covington, Conyers
At this year's Covington Conyers Choral Guild holiday concert, audiences can expect to hear the traditional songs of the season but they'll also be treated to a performance of a work not often heard during the Christmas holidays, the "Magnificat" by the Italian composer Giacomo Antonio Perti.. The text of
Rockdale high schools take first, second places in regional theater contest
When Heritage High School Theater Director Michelle Thorne cast her students in "The Boys Next Door," a play about special needs adults, she had faith they would embrace the challenging roles.
Rockdale high schools take first, second places in regional theater contest
Heritage competed against nine other schools, including Rockdale County High School and Salem High School, to take first place in the region at the Georgia High School Association One-Act Play Competition with the production of "The Boys Next Door." Rockdale County High School took second place in the competition with their production of "Will and Whimsy: Sixteen Dramatically Different Illustrated Sonnets of Shakespeare."
"Pokey's Promise" helps kids remember how to tell time
When Jackie Vadney's students struggled to understand how to tell time the elementary school teacher told them a story that brought the hands of the clock to life.. She told them that Pokey, the short hand, was sad because he's wasn't as fast as Speedy, the minute hand, which was
"Pokey's Promise" helps kids remember how to tell time
When Jackie Vadney's students struggled to understand how to tell time the elementary school teacher told them a story that brought the hands of the clock to life.
Antiques and collectibles shop opens in Olde Town
If you walk into Pamela Spearman's antiques and collectibles shop, Something Old, Something New, expect a little conversation. Spearman admits she is a people person who relishes acquainting herself with customers.. For those interested, she'll share exactly where each item in her shop originated.. "Ninety-nine percent of my things
Operation Christmas Child urges community to help needy abroad
If you'd like to send a little holiday cheer and love to a needy child halfway around the world, Operation Christmas Child is looking for your help. The program is accepting donations of school supplies, toys, clothes and other small items for shipment to poor children in 100 countries across the globe. National collection week is Nov. 14 through 21.
Candlelight Bridal's by Gigi offers unique wedding, evening wear dresses
When Gigi Shinall orders designer dresses for her bridal and boutique business, she puts her requests in early to get the best selection.
Candlelight Bridal's by Gigi offers unique wedding, evening wear dresses
When Gigi Shinall orders designer dresses for her bridal and boutique business, she puts her requests in early to get the best selection.. "The goods ones go fast," said Shinall. "They run out because they only make a certain amount of them. I carry only one of each kind
Hometown Animal Rescue offers low-cost pet vaccines
A foster volunteer for unwanted dogs, Dianne Jaynes pulled a small terrier mix from Rockdale Animal Care and Control for rehabilitation and eventual adoption. Within five days, the dog died of parvovirus, a highly contagious but preventable disease.. "It just broke my heart," said Jaynes. "That's when we really
Hometown Animal Rescue offers low-cost pet vaccines
A foster volunteer for unwanted dogs, Dianne Jaynes pulled a small terrier mix from Rockdale Animal Care and Control for rehabilitation and eventual adoption. Within five days, the dog died of parvovirus, a highly contagious but preventable disease.. "It just broke my heart," said Jaynes. "That's when we really
Social Circle Cemetery Tour promises a spooky peek into the past
Take a spooky walk through the past this weekend in Social Circle.
Pixie's Nursery features thousands of plants for sale
Mrilani Goswami walks along a wooded path in her backyard through thousands of plants she cultivates as stock for her new business, Pixie's Nursery. Some plants she's propagated herself; others she's ordered through fellow growers. For all, she holds a passion. "This was kind of a hobby that turned into a profession," said Goswami of the nursery. "I've changed professions so many times but I love this."
Area farms offer pumpkins, fall fun activities
If you haven't made that trek to the pumpkin patch yet this season, there's still time. Farmers are waiting to welcome you with hayrides, corn mazes, slides and plenty of other activities to keep the kids busy for an afternoon.