Life + Culture

Soft Landings

Decatur’s newest designation, “Bird City”, highlights our city’s commitment to wildlife conservation. Article by Natalie Fox | Photography by Courtney Whyte-May Walking along the trails of Legacy Park, a mere mile from downtown Decatur, is akin to a full nature immersion. Sunlight glistens across the beaver-constructed wetlands as twigs crunch with every step, and a cascade of bird calls plays as if on surround sound. Fastidiously cleared by Trees Atlanta, there’s a sense of widening expanse...

Arts + Culture

The Power of Performance

Decatur Performs nurtures the creative spark in our city’s youth while supporting exceptional educators. Article by Natalie Fox | Photography by Kristen Hansen Creativity and collaboration collide to precipitate a magical sort of osmosis at Decatur Performs. Feelings of belonging are forged, insecurities are washed away, and the communal spirit sparked can move mountains. Ingrid Anderson, President of Decatur Performs, has witnessed the life-changing magic of the performing arts. This...

Professional Services

Your Local Printing Press

Custom creations abound at Minuteman Press in the heart of Avondale Estates. Article by Natalie Fox | Photography by Caroline Ficken Minuteman Press offers expert-quality printing and physical branding services. Established in November 2018, they are in their eighth year and have a new, expanded location in Avondale Estates at 127 Center Street, next to Billy’s Sandwich Shop. Now, their shop and production space are all under one roof, enhancing and expanding their capabilities. With more...

Arts + Culture

Loving Decatur, From the Inside

An inside look at the program connecting residents to the people and processes shaping Decatur. Article by Josh Cornwall On a Thursday morning in late winter, a group of Decatur residents gathers not for a town hall or a public hearing, but for something far more personal: a behind-the-scenes look at the city they already love. That’s the heart of Decatur 101, an eight-week civic education program designed to help residents understand how the City of Decatur really works, who does what, how...

Arts + Culture

Stepping into Tradition

The DeKalb History Center Celebrates the Divine Nine Article by Caroline Ficken | Photography by Jonathan Wade For 18 years, the DeKalb History Center has marked Black History Month with celebrations that illuminate different facets of our community's rich cultural heritage. This year's theme, "Stepping into Tradition: The Divine Nine," honors the nine historically Black Greek letter organizations that form the National Pan-Hellenic Council—a legacy of resilience, service, and brotherhood that...

Travel

Romance, Reimagined: Dreamy Escapes Near and Far

Local travel advisor, Erin Camin of Brilliant Escapes, shares inspired destinations for modern romance. Article by Erin Camin Whether you love Valentine’s Day or prefer to skip the roses and prix-fixe menus, there’s no denying the appeal of a romantic escape. And romance, of course, isn’t one-size-fits-all. It might mean adventure and fresh air, old-world elegance and great wine, or a luxurious weekend close to home with zero stress. We plan many anniversaries and couples trips each year, and...

Home + Design

The Stories Houses Tell

Article by Josh Cornwall | Photography by Elizabeth Granger When you sit down with Trish Roe, founder of The Georgian Goose Interiors, she talks about homes the way some people talk about old friends—warmly with a hint of curiosity about the stories they hold.  Rooms, to her, are never just that. They're expressions of the people who live in them: their routines, their histories, and the tiny details that make their lives feel like their own. "The best projects come out of trust," she says...

Wellness

A Space to Feel Human

Article by Josh Cornwall | Photography by Jonathan Wade Most people don’t remember the exact moment things became too heavy. But they remember the moment they finally said, “I need help.” For therapist Amy Robbins, that moment,  the shift from I should go to therapy to I’m here, is the most meaningful doorway a person will walk through all year. “What took them from I should to I am, tells us everything,” she says.  It’s not an intake question. It’s a threshold. And Amy treats it with the...

Health + Wellness

Revive with Dr. Taniqua

Revival Women’s Health offers nuanced, speciality care for menopausal transitions. Article by Natalie Fox | Photography by Colleen Walter, XXIII Photo Studio Dr. Taniqua Miller emits an effervescence that, combined with her Ivy League education, creates a steadying approachability. It feels just as natural to lean in for personal girl talk as it is to take in her impressive and expansive medical knowledge. Her new practice, Revival Women’s Health, brings that blend of implicit trust and...

Finance + Legal Services

A Roadmap For Your Financial Journey 

Dominion Financial Solutions Makes Money Management Personal  Article by Brandon Malcolm Discussing money matters can be a sensitive subject, but let’s be honest- whether you’re an experienced investor or looking to kickstart your savings, we could all use some financial advice from time to time.  Dominion Financial Solutions provides comprehensive financial planning services for people in all phases of life, from retirement planning to college funding, or even just figuring out how to...