Letter From the Editor

Is there anyone out there like me, an empty nester who misses her chicks being in the roost?? It hits home this time of year, when school starts and buses are rolling throughout the county. Several of my friends and I would console ourselves with a luxurious breakfast the first day of school, to keep us from wringing our hands and staring at the clock, waiting for the kids to get home. I don’t think I’ve ever said — correct me if I’m wrong, friends — that I can’t wait for August to come so the kids will be back at school. While I missed them terribly, I didn’t take the next step and homeschool. I had enough sense to know that would not be the best thing for my kids — or me!

I joined the staff of Aroundabout Local Media in 2012 when my youngest, Becca, went to college. I wanted a distraction from the echoes in the house. But I also was eager to bring my professional skills together in one job that made a difference in our community.

Eleven years later, I’m confident in saying that our magazines are well established as the leading community publications for Cherokee and Cobb counties. As a journalist, I wouldn’t print a statement like that without verification. While there’s been no formal study, I can tell you by calls I receive that each issue is highly anticipated, held onto throughout the month and used as a guide for new and long-time residents of our community. I hope you’ll agree with our readers who say:

“I want to let you know how impressed I am by your local magazine. Being new to the area, it is packed with so much information and variety …” - Peggy L.

“Full of positivity and visual interest, the magazines are first-rate.” - Patti B.

“I read your magazine cover to cover every month.” - Marjorie B.

This month, we’re introducing you to your neighbors who’ve also found their niche and serve their community well. You’ll find the Readers’ Choice 2023 winners listed on Pages 12-15. These business owners and entrepreneurs have worked hard to earn this recognition.

Learn how to connect with others who share your interests, from boating and Jeeping to disc golf and, yes, chickens, on Pages 20-21. Read how Harvee White’s background uniquely qualifies her to serve as education manager for History Cherokee. Meet her on Page 32.

As executive editor, I want to hear from you. Tell me what you love and what you’d like to see more of. After all, we are Your Community. Your Magazine. And you can quote me on that!

America’s Community Magazine

Volume 10, Issue 10

PUBLISHER

Aroundabout Local Media, Inc. www.aroundaboutlocalmedia.com

VICE PRESIDENT OF ADVERTISING AND INTEGRATED MEDIA

Jennifer Coleman | 470-263-8414 jen@aroundaboutmagazines.com

EXECUTIVE EDITOR Candi Hannigan | 770-615-3309 candi@aroundaboutmagazines.com

MANAGING EDITOR

Donna Harris | 770-852-8481 donna@aroundaboutmagazines.com

CONTENT EDITOR

Jessica Forrester | 770-615-3318 jessica@aroundaboutmagazines.com

PUBLICATIONS DIRECTOR

Michelle McCulloch | 770-615-3307 michelle@aroundaboutmagazines.com

CONTROLLER

Denise Griffin | 770-615-3315 denise@aroundaboutmagazines.com

GRAPHIC DESIGNERS

Laura Latchford laura@aroundaboutmagazines.com

Savannah Winn savannah@aroundaboutmagazines.com

DIGITAL MARKETING STRATEGIST

Kathryn Holt kat@aroundaboutmagazines.com

CLIENT RELATIONS MANAGER

Michelle Smith michelle.smith@aroundaboutmagazines.com

COMMUNITY RELATIONS SPECIALIST

Amanda Bowen | 678-348-0378 amandabowen@aroundaboutmagazines.com

COPY EDITORS

Bill King, Eliza Somers

Aroundabout Local Media, Inc. (ALM) publishes five hyperlocal magazines serving the communities of Canton, Woodstock, Towne Lake, Acworth and Kennesaw. Approximately 16,000 free copies are distributed monthly in each community, through direct bulk mail and first class mail; approximately 500 copies are available in magazine racks placed around each community.

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