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Tried & True – Paul Voorhees Shares His Recipe For 60 Years of Success at Ranger Joe’s

Posted on September 6, 2023September 6, 2023 by Editor - the Local

“The most valuable thing in my life is the unconscious influence of my father” Paul Voorhees, 78, explains of the man who started his family’s iconic local business, Ranger Joe’s, now celebrating its 60th year. Paul recalls his father, the late Jack Paul Voorhees, as “a very gifted human being who could do anything he wanted to do.” His dad moved to Columbus from Corning, New York, in 1942 to be a paratrooper and met…

Conversation Pieces With Artist Shelley Helms Fleishman – A Return To Home

Posted on September 1, 2023September 1, 2023 by Editor - the Local

Shelley Helms Fleishman – Image by Jodi Craine

New Greenhouse Venue in Smiths Station Turns Heads

Posted on September 1, 2023September 1, 2023 by Editor - the Local

** Image by Monica M Enterprises Across the river from bustling Columbus lies the sleepy small town of Smiths Station,and tucked away in one of its green meadows sits an enchanted new venue, aptly and simply named The Greenhouse. Only a short drive up Old Opelika Road from Columbus, you may find yourself curiously drawn to a small shelter made entirely of windows. A hedge-type fence constructed of reclaimed plantation shutters allows passersby glimpses of…

Unleash Your Inner Boldness with Amanda Weldon – #LiveLoudlyBeBold

Posted on August 15, 2023August 15, 2023 by Editor - the Local

Amanda Weldon is an accomplished artist and interior stylist whose vibrant and eclectic creations have captivated the community. Her creative journey began with a deep passion for art, nurtured by inspiring teachers and her endlessly supportive family during her formative years. Amanda’s love for interior styling seamlessly intertwines with her artistic prowess, allowing her to craft unique and captivating pieces that play with duality and contrast in texture and color. Reflecting on her creative roots,…

Sherman Williams – Covering the Earth in EMusical

Posted on August 14, 2023August 14, 2023 by Editor - the Local

Life is a winding path of self-discovery, and local artist Sherman Williams has found a way to laugh at and learn from it while sharing his spark and talents with the world. We sat in a local coffee shop sipping our iced teas. Still sweating from the Georgia summer heat, I ask him to tell me his story – “How did you get here?” He starts with his time spent in the Air Force. Sherman…

Fields of Grace Flower Farm: The Healing Power

Posted on August 14, 2023August 14, 2023 by Editor - the Local

There’s a secret garden, the kind from a favorite storybook, less than 30 miles north of Columbus; down a hedge-lined driveway and through a tiny opening that you may have missed, a tiny sign points you toward Fields of Grace flower farm. As you approach, you are met with beds of flowers stretching before an old farmhouse. Children scamper through freshly cut grass and perch in trees, their tiny squeals the perfect expression of joy…

Jonboy Storey: Tradition, Innovation, and Real Country Music

Posted on July 26, 2023July 26, 2023 by Editor - the Local

Local artist Jonboy Storey exudes that southern charm bred of a true country upbringing. He believes that is what makes the music he creates so impactful – “I think the fact that I’m living in the Deep South, immersed in it every day, makes me able to stay true to it. I’m doing the same things that the people who listen to country music are doing,” he says. Having grown up playing in the youth…

Artist Spotlight – Adleyn Scott

Posted on July 26, 2023July 26, 2023 by Editor - the Local

Life is a series of self-discoveries, each twist in the path leading to new possibilities. Local artist Adleyn Scott discovered her love for creating art after retirement, and hasn’t let the narrative of time keep her from fully immersing herself in her newfound passion. Adleyn Scott wasn’t always an artist. Or, at least, she didn’t always know she was. For 21 years she taught elementary school, and, with a masters degree in piano and organ,…

AGLOW GOES MOBILE – Apothecary Is Taking Wellness Services Into the Community

Posted on July 26, 2023July 26, 2023 by Editor - the Local

Last March, we introduced The Local readers to the incredible Aglow Apothecary + Healing Haven; a warm and cozy environment focused on providing holistic healing. This month, Aglow is back with even more exciting services and wellness opportunities to enrich the lives of our readers. With a wide range of options available, this is an ideal opportunity to experience natural healing methods that could be life-altering.Nedda Hatcher, clinical herbalist, owner and visionary of Aglow, believes…

Downtown Market: A Culinary Haven Centered Around Community, Health and Flavor

Posted on July 12, 2023September 1, 2023 by Editor - the Local

Prepare to enjoy another sparkling addition to the Downtown business-scape, as Downtown Market, a new space for quick bites and hearty provisions, is coming to downtown Columbus. The brainchild of the dedicated and community-minded owners behind Bodega 1205 and The Conquistador in Auburn, this highly-anticipated market, set to launch in September, promises to not only tantalize the taste buds, but also nurture and uplift the community through a fusion of flavors and a heartfelt commitment…

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