While Valentine’s Day is a time to proclaim your feelings for your one true love, let’s not forget another important aspect of the day – chocolate. Whether it’s cream-filled delights or a sampler box, Feb. 14 is a chocolate lovers’ dream. Did you know that dark chocolate can actually be good for you? A 1½-ounce square of dark chocolate can provide powerful antioxidants through … [Read more...]

Acworth celebrated its sixth annual MLK Day celebration and eighth annual day of service Jan. 21. Festivities began with a unity walk, followed by a ceremony at Zion Hill Baptist Church. Immediately after the ceremony, the Acworth Achievers Mentoring and After School Program hosted its Annual Day of Service. The Acworth Achievers invited volunteers from the community to join … [Read more...]

The 2018 football season was one for the record books for Kennesaw State University. The young program reached the Football Championship Series (FCS) quarterfinals for the second straight year, claimed back-to-back Big South championship titles, dominated conference postseason awards and said goodbye to the OGs.Kennesaw State head coach Brian Bohannon affectionately … [Read more...]

The big game is coming to Atlanta! That’s right, Super Bowl LIII will be Feb. 3 in Mercedes-Benz Stadium. For just the third time in history, Atlanta will play host to the country’s largest sporting event, so you don’t want to miss it. But, don’t worry, if you can’t afford the high-dollar tickets to the game, we’ve got you covered with all the ways you still can be close to the … [Read more...]

Because many of our friends and neighbors struggle financially every day, there are many charities that work hard to help people in need. Here’s a list of local nonprofits that have additional needs for the holidays. While you’re at it, consider bringing a basket of homemade goodies, fresh fruit or colorful flowers to show your appreciation for the staff and volunteers at these … [Read more...]