RaceTrac gas stations used to be far and few in between. Back in the day, the only one I knew about was in Duluth-- probably the only one north of Atlanta. That was a diamond in the rough-- gas that was cheaper than QuikTrip, cheaper than Speedway... back when gas was cheap everywhere anyway! Now RaceTracs have multiplied exponentially. And they are certainly... [Read more...]

Administrative professionals are the people who make it all happen smoothly, efficiently. And yet keeping a business unit organized is a thankless job. That's why there is Administrative Professionals Week, dedicated to those who keep it all together. Real American Heroes, anyone? Administrative Professionals DAY is Wednesday, April 27. If you're an administrator... [Read more...]

Many people in Smyrna rely on the Cobb Community Transit buses to transport them around the area and into Fulton County. CCT, which was developed in 1989, has three types of routes: local, express and para-transit. All routes are essential for Cobb County residents to reach their jobs, doctors and shopping centers. For these residents, CCT is a lifeline. However,... [Read more...]

Hello, Tamarron Residents! As Earth Day approaches us on April 22, we figured we'd get in on the action and do some things to contribute to the most famous 24 hours of environmental awareness. Here's what we have going on: We'll have green-colored balloons flying at the complex entrance gate and in the front office (what, with no flags or banners,... [Read more...]

It was threatened that 13 of Cobb County's 17 library branches would shut down in the face of budget crises. Library supporters, lawmakers and business leaders protested against this possible misstep. As public outcry was escalating to a fever pitch, it was finally decided by Cobb County politicos that the public libraries are to remain open for business. But... [Read more...]

Taking place once again on the Village Green in downtown Smyrna is the annual Spring Jonquil Festival. The event has been going strong for 23 years. This year, the festival runs from Saturday, April 30 through Sunday, May 1. Over the course of those two days, the community will experience handmade arts & crafts, local non-profit organizations, puppet... [Read more...]

For me, I know we're on the verge of spring when softball season starts up-- sunny weather and the smell of grass mixed with the dust from the clay infield makes me reminisce. For children and amusement park enthusiasts in Georgia (neither of which apply to me), they anticipate and get antsy over the one thing that marks the beginning of spring for them:... [Read more...]

Rev Coffee in Smyrna will be hosting its fourth semi-annual Rev Fest 2011 on Saturday, April 9, from 10:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m. The one-day music and arts festival will take place at the coffeehouse and feature local bands and artists. Food available for purchase will be barbecue by Staqs BBQ, and pizza will be served by DaVinci's. The purpose of Rev Fest is... [Read more...]

Early education is essential to a young child's development. Whether it's a stay-at-home mom playing with her kids or working parents who take their children to day care, it's certain that the little ones are learning something. Another option for child education for both all-day and after-school care is the Goddard School. There is one located in Smyrna,... [Read more...]