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Letter From the Editor

As I sit here finishing off the Halloween candy, I realize it’s no wonder I stay confused (about the date! Duh. No comments, please.) so much of the time. Even before we donned our costumes and headed out for treats (which I love; my mom was prophetic when she named me), your favorite editors were busy planning the December issues, editing copy and sorting through photos.

Since the holidays almost merge in my world, I learned long ago to buy non-Halloween candy, so the leftovers can be used at Christmas. You’re welcome for the tip. We’re also pretty accomplished at planning ahead for future issues. So good, in fact, that last December we gathered photos and the stories for this month’s gingerbread feature, after realizing if we tried to find someone putting together gingerbread houses in September or October, we’d be out of luck. For inspiration for your build, or to start a new tradition in your family, turn to Pages 30-31.

Holiday festivities are back with pre-pandemic gusto. Grab your calendars and check out our list of December’s special events on Pages 12 and 14, and the best places to take your family to see festive Christmas lights (Pages 36-37). See, I referenced a paper calendar there. Is there any other!? Spoken like a true magazine editor.

In fact, according to an article in Forbes magazine, neuroscience research shows that “paper-based content and ads offer special advantages in connecting with our brains.” Deep down, we’ve always known this to be the case. It’s good to see proof in studies that track eye movement, EEG brain wave measurements and memory tests. (https://bit.ly/3A4Q1Bs.)

But, I digress! Restore your faith in humanity by reading how a project started by a high school student in 2019 to help his peers has turned into a larger project that helps students at multiple schools in our county. Meet Michael Garcia and his sister, Alisa, on Pages 26-27. And, if his story motivates you to volunteer, we have plenty of ideas for you to help those in need during this holiday season. See our Helping Hands feature that begins on Page 22. We’re also excited to share photos from a special event in our county: the Think Pink Cherokee 2022 Breast Cancer Awareness Walk (Pages 42-43). Aren’t we fortunate to have such special neighbors here in Cherokee County?

Wishing you a peaceful and blessed holiday season!

Candi Hannigan is the executive editor of Aroundabout Local Media. She has lived in Cherokee County since 1987. Send your comments or questions to candi@aroundaboutmagazines.com

Planning a wedding next year? Look for the results from our Best for Bridal 2023 online poll to be posted Jan. 1 to www.aroundaboutlocalmedia.com and in the January issue of Around Canton.

What’s New

1st and Goal Collectibles is open at 6109 Hickory Flat Highway, Suite 150, with a variety of NFL, MLB, NBA and NHL cards, along with Pokemon, trading card games and more. Follow on Facebook.

Farm Stores Harmony has opened at 4240 Hickory Flat Highway in Canton, offering a drive-thru grocery store, bakery and cafe with breakfast items, hot soups, chili, empanadas and more. 770-224-9711. www.farmstoresharmony.com.

A new Holly Springs public works facility, to house roads and parks maintenance functions, is expected to come to Univeter Road in the spring, according to City Manager Rob Logan. The 10,000-square-foot building will be located adjacent to Kenney Askew Park. What’s Coming

Frosty Frog Creamery and Cafe is under new ownership, and is expected to close at the first of the year and reopen as Hickory Flat Kitchen, which will offer classic American foods made from scratch. www.frostyfrogcreamery.com.

According to the Cherokee Tribune, Gekko Kitchen is expected to open at The Mill on Etowah by the first of the year. The menu features hibachi steak, shrimp and chicken, bowls with shrimp tempura, chicken gyoza, sushi and poke. www.gekkokitchenatlanta.com.

C’est La Vie, a French restaurant owned and operated by Vincent and Laetitia Fernandez, will open at 361 E. Main St. in Canton over the next few months. The couple, who moved here from France in 2018, will offer a menu variety that includes glazed salmon, pulled duck entrees, octopus, burgers and apple crumble. https://cestlaviegeorgia.com

Kudos!

Canton recently was named one of five local governments in Georgia selected to participate in the Georgia Initiative for Community Housing, a three-year program that provides collaboration and technical assistance to help communities create and implement a locally based plan to meet their housing needs.

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