After the hottest summer we’ve had in years — maybe ever — the cool, crisp air of autumn will be a welcome relief. Take advantage of the change … Continue Reading
The Collection of Pumpkin Heads and Hay Bodies Is a Welcome Sight Each Year
I vividly remember the first time we saw the scarecrows invade Woodstock. It was late in the afternoon of a mid-October day when we’d set out to picnic at our […] Continue Reading...
Photography Tips for Capturing Moments to Last a Lifetime
Brian Nejedly is a local photographer who works with Aroundabout Local Media on cover shoots. He’s been shooting weddings since 2004 and has documented the big day for more than […] Continue Reading...
A New Era for School Lunches
Most everyone is accustomed to reading about the Cherokee County School District (CCSD) students who excel – whether it’s on a bumper sticker or through CCSD’s communication system (read more […] Continue Reading...

Fun for Everyone at Red Top Mountain
One of Georgia’s greatest assets is the various parks that this beautiful state has to offer. Visiting these landmarks is a wonderful family … Continue Reading

Veterans Find Home in Canton
Georgia might be known as the Peach State, but its ranking in terms of the homeless veteran population is not so peachy. Georgia has the third-largest population nationwide of homeless veterans, with more than … Continue Reading

Everyday Angels
Woodstock resident Cherry Klein is no stranger to Cherokee County’s fitness community. The 51-year-old has spent the past 15 years serving our community as a Zumba and AquaFit instructor at LA Fitness and Onelife … Continue Reading

Have You Ever Had One of Those Weeks?
At the time of this writing, I was nearing the end of one of the most distraction-filled weeks that I’ve had in recent memory. I began with a to-do list of about 26 items, and ended the week with two more items on … Continue Reading

Thrift Stores: More Than a Good Deal
This month, we are focusing on an often-overlooked way to support local nonprofits: thrift stores. We all know they are great for finding bargains, but how often do we stop to consider what an essential role thrift … Continue Reading