Around Canton Letter From the Editor
Part of our mission is to provide positive and relevant information in each issue. That’s not hard to do in Cherokee County. You don’t have to look far or wait long to find an example of someone acting kind, generous or selfless. I may be wired to notice such things. I took a spiritual gifts inventory at least 15 years ago, as part of a class at Hillside UMC with about eight or 10 others. At the end of the study, we went around the room and revealed our strongest gift. My friend Lucy and I were the only ones whose top gift was compassion. The others tested highest in administration, exhortation, teaching, and a few more. During this discussion, one class member was leaning back in her chair, went a little too far and fell to the ground. Lucy and I the most compassionate in the room - immediately jumped up to help. But when we realized we were the only ones who reacted that way, we started laughing so hard that we left our friend to fend for herself. It was the perfect way to end the class, and gave us insight into why we do the things we do. On pages 14-17, you’ll meet two generous women who volunteered for major surgery in order to donate kidneys. I don’t believe we need a test to know they are filled with compassion. And the recipients are filled with gratitude for having a second chance at life. In honor of Women’s History Month, Ashley Velez introduces us to some inspirational women who are making an impact (Page 24). In fact, there were so many to meet, we decided to conclude this feature in the April edition. What we don’t specify in our mission statement is that we hope you are inspired by what you read on these pages each month. This issue is no exception, with story after story of kind and compassionate people. Our response? Here’s an idea from our Kindness Challenge.
March
Make a Joyful Noise. Find a way to share
your musical gifts (or even the lack thereof !) with neighbors and friends. Share a song through a text or Spotify. Have your kids form a band and march through your neighborhood, or serenade from the sidewalk if you feel bold!
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.
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AROUND CANTON | March 2021
Chamber Ribbon Cuttings
Pritchard Injury Firm Canton Office 250 East Main St., Suite 202B, Canton 470-420-4200
Results Inc. Weight Loss Centers
125 Oakside Court, Suite 301, Canton 706-300-2488
What’s Open
The Salty Mule has opened at 169 Church St.
in Canton. The restaurant is described as a laid-back, casual beach-style raw bar and seafood place. www.thesaltymule.com. On Facebook.
What’s Changing
Riverstone Corner Bistro will relocate to a freestanding building twice the size of the current location at 135 Reinhardt College Parkway. The new spot will include rooftop dining and a private dining room. At press time, owners were hoping for a June move-in date.
Kudos
Erin Honea is Holly Springs’ new economic development director, and will oversee the city’s marketing and communications, special events, and business attraction and retention efforts. She joined the city staff in 2014, and has earned and maintained the city’s status as an Accredited Main Street Community from the National Main Street Center and the Georgia Department of Community Affairs’ Office of Downtown Development.
With Sympathy
Our condolences to the family of Don Kyle, who passed away recently. He was co-founder of the TowneLaker, the flagship publication of Aroundabout Local Media.
