Do you live in a community or area where backyard chickens are a-ok? If you've ever though of raising chickens, or even if you're just curious how urban homesteaders keep a flock and maintain a beautiful backyard, you'll want to check out The Oakhurst Community Garden Project and Georgia Organics' 4th Annual Urban Coop Tour. The tour is Saturday and Sunday,[...]
About Sales, Inc. announces that Bercher Homes has only one new home left at its Marietta community, Paces Farm. The good news for buyers looking for Marietta new homes is that Bercher Homes now has two homes available in Hays Farm. “These homes will go fast because of the builder, established community appeal, location and great home features,” said Alicia Collins,[...]
Do you remember the kid from elementary school who was accident prone? If there was a mishap on the playground, he was probably involved. If anyone broke a leg on a field trip, you could bet she would be the one. Maybe that kid was even you! In recent months, the US has been disaster-prone, with flooding, tornadoes and wildfires. And[...]
Tired of bringing your lunch to work every day? Or maybe the thought of going to the corner deli again has you down. Whatever the case may be, Atlantic Station has the cure: Food Truck Fridays. Every Friday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., trucks parked along 17th 1/2 Street in Atlantic Station offer unique and fresh food and drinks. If[...]
The Executive Committee of the Atlanta Regional Transportation Roundtable recently reached a unanimous agreement on a draft list of transportation projects for the next 10 years. The projects on the list were selected for the possible benefits to the entire region. This list goes a long way toward addressing many of Atlanta's infrastructure problems. Improving our infrastructure is necessary to[...]
With the back-to-schoolers back on metro Atlanta roads, you may have noticed your morning commute setting new records over the past few weeks. But there have also been some other new records being set over the past few weeks – exceptionally low mortgage rates. There has literally never been a better time to look for real estate in Atlanta. Last week,[...]
If the Washington Monument were somebody’s home or private business, do you think the owner would have carried earthquake insurance? Yet, here it is, uninhabitable and closed to visitors and earning potential. Who would have expected such a thing? While this is not an effort to use scare tactics, perhaps it truly is time for owners of Atlanta real estate to[...]
South City Kitchen Vinings is hosting a special four-course wine dinner on September 1 from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. The meal will feature selections from Chateau Ste. Michelle, Washington's oldest and most acclaimed winery. Anyone interested in fine dining should not miss this event. Below is a breakdown of the menu by course. Reception Domaine Ste. Michelle Blanc de Blanc[...]
During our Summer Launch Pad Giveaway, we've been providing loyal readers with fantastic prizes. As the contest comes to a close, we're determined to go out with a bang. So if you're already reading this post, why not take the time to subscribe to our daily email? You could win an free Apple iPad* just for being a subscriber! Still[...]
For people looking for a new home in Aiken, S.C., there's never been a better time to buy. Not only are homes more affordable than ever, but mortgage rates are also near 50-year lows. Borrowers with good credit scores and solid employment histories can secure the home of their dreams at an incredible price. If you're still on the fence[...]