Multifaceted tattoo artist Thomas Randall was born with ink in his blood. Even from a young age, he was fascinated with tattoos. “My grandpa was a World War II veteran and as a POW received a prisoner number tattoo while captured. I thought he was the greatest man, and I had a lot of respect for what that tattoo meant.” Now the owner of his own shop and the leader behind the fist and only…
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“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…
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** 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…
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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,…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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,…
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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…
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