Freedom, fireworks and fun. See how your neighbors celebrated the July 4th holiday. … [Read more...]

Allatoona Lake is one of the busiest U.S. Army Corps of Engineers lakes in the nation; an estimated 6.8 million people visited in 2018. With a lake that busy, there always are going to be problems with overcrowding and delays in certain areas. Follow these 10 unofficial rules to help you be a more courteous boater, and to help speed up your time at the ramps.1. Know how to … [Read more...]

 The Department of Natural Resources’ Division of State Parks and Historic Sites manages more than 60 properties across Georgia, each providing a variety of programs and outdoor activities. Nearby Red Top Mountain State Park, with 1,776 acres and 15 miles of trails, offers swimming, fishing and skiing opportunities, as well as organized activities for all ages. … [Read more...]

Depot Opens to Public Acworth residents got their first look at the Acworth Depot during the grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony June 26. The facility on Main Street features a history center inside the reconstructed depot, as well as public restrooms to support downtown visitors. For several months, the Save Acworth History Foundation collected historic artifacts from … [Read more...]

The Ultimate Guide to Packing College packing can be a stressful time. Your guest room and garage are covered in pillows, lamps and supplies. High school graduation brought in a full wallet of gift-card currency. This is a time of preparation, as you pack up your dorm-sized life into a minivan and head off.This is a time of learning how to pack for independence, and here … [Read more...]