Around Canton Letter From the Editor
As we limp through this humid season, the dog days of summer have taken on a new meaning for this owner of canines: Walks with the puppies at this time of year end with the need for a shower and a huge glass of water! Or, I just send Glenn and stay cool in the air conditioning. Here’s a fun fact: The phrase dog days of summer refers to the time when Sirius, the dog star, appears to rise alongside the sun, creating twice as much heat with the two stars in alignment. I learned that in a Google search, which took me to the National Geographic website. What did we do without Google? Actually, I can answer my own question. We would consult our encyclopedias, either the alphabetized volumes or those special annual editions that you knew you had to have to stay up to date with the world. Here’s another fun fact: Encyclopedia Britannica and World Book (my personal favorite) have gone digital. No surprise, really, but for someone who loves to hold the print product in her hand, it’s just not the same. In addition to thumbing through encyclopedias, so much about this issue has sent me on a journey down memory lane. Before sending three kiddos to college, I wish I had been able to hear from current and past college students, who share the essentials that made the transition easier for them. (Pages 46-47.) Bill Grant takes us on a photographic trip down memory lane as we travel with him to the Canton Farmers Market as long ago as 2013 (Pages 16-17). Our next stop on the Roadmap to Success is a look at development and investment in the city: creating jobs, attracting investors and creating tourism opportunities. (Pages 20-21). I had so much fun when I was a Girl Scout leader for seven years - we won’t discuss exactly how long ago that was. I can appreciate the hard work the young ladies that we feature on Pages 12-15 have done to earn their Gold Awards. I’m feeling older by the minute, thinking of how my children are now in their late 20s and early 30s. This issue has brought back bittersweet memories; while I miss those very busy days, I’m certainly thankful and proud of the adults my babies have become. Because I remember encyclopedias, which the internet has labeled vintage, does that make me vintage as well? Never mind! Don’t answer that.
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 | August 2022
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What’s Coming
A shelter for clean and sober homeless veterans in Cherokee and Cobb counties is planned for just south of Allatoona Lake on Bells Ferry Road. According to Cherokee County Homeless Veterans Program Director Jim Lindenmayer, the 13,087-square-foot building will have room for 40 males in a dorm environment, a main kitchen and dining area, conference room, learning lab, food and clothing pantry, as well as offices for program leaders. A separate structure will be added to accommodate female veterans. The current plan is for an October groundbreaking.
What’s New
At press time, Buff City Soap had planned a July 21 opening at 1810 Cumming Highway. The Texas-based company is known for its plant-based soap and body products, and offers shoppers a chance to watch the soaps being made. www.buffcitysoap.com.
Kudos!
The Canton Theatre has been named among the 10 Best Historic Theaters in Georgia by Best Things Georgia. Marietta’s Strand Theater, Atlanta’s Fox Theater and The Historic Savannah Theater were among the top 10. More details at https://bestthingsga.com/historic-theaters.
Cherokee Chamber Ribbon Cuttings
Community Bank of Pickens County
1353 Riverstone Parkway, Suite 140, Canton 770-213-2080. www.cbopc.com.
