The Acworth Dragon Boat Festival Makes a Splash with Exciting Races and Community Celebrations

The Acworth Dragon Boat Festival Makes a Splash with Exciting Races and Community Celebrations

The Acworth Dragon Boat Festival, a highly anticipated annual event, made its return to the shores of Lake Acworth this past weekend, drawing crowds eager to experience the thrill of dragon boat racing and the joy of a community celebration. With teams paddling furiously in brightly decorated boats, the festival not only showcased intense competition … Read more

Creekview High School Student Shines in National Business Skills Contest

Creekview High School Student Shines in National Business Skills Contest

The Cherokee County School District proudly announced that Olivia Canada, a senior at Creekview High School, has secured victory in a statewide business skills contest and is poised to compete on a national stage. Canada’s remarkable achievement comes after she clinched first place in the job interview contest at the Future Business Leaders of America … Read more

Over 500 Events in 2024–25 Season at Woodstock Arts to Enhance Community

Over 500 Events in 2024–25 Season at Woodstock Arts to Enhance Community

With an ambitious program of almost 523 events planned for its 2024–25 season, Woodstock Arts is well-positioned to provide an unmatched arts and culture experience. Executive Director Christopher Brazelton highlighted the organization’s strong dedication to using the arts to positively influence the community while outlining the extensive program during the most recent Morning INfluence meeting … Read more

Enjoying Spring: Smyrna’s 36th Jonquil Festival Draws Thousands

Enjoying Spring: Smyrna's 36th Jonquil Festival Draws Thousands

Smyrna, Georgia, came alive over the weekend for the 36th annual Spring Jonquil Festival, drawing hundreds of residents and visitors. The Saturday gathering celebrated neighborhood spirit, spring blossoms, and beloved traditions. Smyrna’s streets were full of family, friends, and neighbors heading to the celebration from early morning. The event presented a variety of sights, music, … Read more

Highlighting Creativity: This Weekend at the Woodstock Festival, CCSD Student Artists Shine

Highlighting Creativity: This Weekend at the Woodstock Festival, CCSD Student Artists Shine

The Woodstock Festival this weekend will feature the vivid exhibition of imagination and inventiveness of Cherokee County School District (CCSD) student artists’ varied and brilliant abilities. Attendees of the community celebration of regional talent and cultural diversity may expect to see a wide range of enthralling artwork that captures the individual viewpoints and creative visions … Read more

Woodstock Arts Festival Highlights CCSD Students

Woodstock Arts Festival Highlights CCSD Students

Cherokee County School District (CCSD) student artists will perform at the Festival of the Arts this weekend in downtown Woodstock. This school district-Woodstock Arts event will celebrate artistic expression and community pride. CCSD students will exhibit and perform at the festival from Friday to Sunday. Visitors may expect striking paintings, sculptures, and mixed media works, … Read more

Annual ‘Evening in the Garden’ Commemoration Honors Ford Elementary Teachers

Annual 'Evening in the Garden' Commemoration Honors Ford Elementary Teachers

During Evening in the Garden, a special occasion held at Ford Elementary on Mars Hill Road in Acworth, 58 teachers took the stage to dance and celebrate with students, parents, and other staff members. The occasion was an extraordinary display of community spirit and talent. Annually awaited, this occasion functions as a celebration of the … Read more

“Best of the Best”: Thousands Attend Kennesaw’s Big Shanty Festival

"Best of the Best": Thousands Attend Kennesaw's Big Shanty Festival

Over the weekend, downtown Kennesaw became a teeming center of activity as thousands congregated to observe the 48th annual Big Shanty Festival. Once again, the event demonstrated why it is among the most cherished celebrations in Cobb County—community spirit, a delightful parade, and a wide variety of vendors. As soon as the festival began at … Read more