Around Acworth
Letter From the Editor
I hope everyone has had an enjoyable and healthy start to 2022! I blinked, and it’s already February, but after sharing this space in December with our outgoing president, Patty Ponder, and in January with our new president, Kim Dahnke, I’m back! How fun was that snow day last month? My 4 year-old certainly enjoyed it, while my youngest wasn’t so sure about it. We had to bribe her with blueberries to get a family picture. We built a snowman, and, thankfully, I had carrots in the fridge for his nose. My habit of buying produce and never getting around to cooking it finally paid off ! We struggled to find something that would stay in place for his mouth, so he went without one. Maybe next winter, I’ll keep snowman building items on hand, just in case. I’m excited for this new year, and in more ways than the hope it brings for a healthier, happier world. At Aroundabout Local Media, we have many good things in store for you in 2022. I won’t share them all with you at once; I don’t want to overwhelm you with too much goodness! Our biggest and most immediate change is the new platform we’ve adopted for our Readers’ Choice contest, thanks to the professionals at Second Street. They’ve mastered the art of contests like Readers’ Choice, and work with publications across the country. We made the decision to take Readers’ Choice to the next level after examining our mission statement, and making sure we are doing the most we can do to help local businesses grow and prosper. We’re committed to walk alongside our local business owners and service providers, helping them gain as much exposure as possible in the community. During Readers’ Choice 2022, those entrepreneurs will have access to numerous tools to promote themselves during the contest, including images to download on their social media outlets to encourage nominations and voting. Also, they will have more options through advertising to ensure their businesses are top-of-mind for the voters. And, last but not least, voters have a chance to win a prize! Doesn’t a $500 Visa gift card sound good? Visit aroundacworthmagazine.com/readers-choice-2022 for more details. As February rolls along, I hope you’re staying warm, and curling up with a good book. We have some great suggestions on Page 27. If you don’t like the weather, it’s Georgia, so just wait a few minutes. Cheers to a happy, healthy and prosperous 2022!
Katie Beall Katie Beall is the managing editor of Aroundabout Local Media. Send your comments or questions to katie@aroundaboutmagazines.com.
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AROUND ACWORTH | February 2022
READERS’
CHOICE Award 2022
Nomination phase starts 9 a.m.
March 1
For details, visit www.aroundacworthmagazine.com.
What’s Coming
Mama G Beauty Salon (is scheduled to open this month at 3055 N. Main St. in Kennesaw at the corner of Jiles Road. Call Connie at 404-932-0665 for more information. Scoops Ice Cream is scheduled to open on Main Street in downtown Acworth this spring. Scoops offers handcrafted ice cream, chocolates and other sweet treats.
What’s Happening
West Cobb Orthodontics
recently announced the retirement of practice owner Dr. William K. Farrar. He retired after more than 55 years serving the Acworth, Kennesaw and Marietta communities. Dr. Brenna Christensen is the new owner and provider for the practice.
Upcoming Ribbon Cuttings
Lake City Chiropractic 4:30 p.m. Jan. 27
4365 S. Main St., Acworth (Photo not available at press time.)
Dairy Queen 11:30 a.m. Feb. 24
4958 Cowan Road, Acworth
