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Bub-Ba-Q

How does a backyard cook go from weekend griller to award-winning pit master with three successful barbecue joints, and counting? Equal parts creativity and boundary pushing with just a dash of dumb luck, according to Canton resident and Bub-Ba-Q owner William “Bubba” Latimer. ...

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Loft West Cobb Rallies

It is often said that Americans come together in times of national crisis, supporting those affected by tragedy and reminding us there is the potential for great good to be born of great suffering. But the practice of rallying around friends, family, neighbors and even strangers in one’s local community is a venerable tradition that crosses generational and cultural divides. It’s a practice that’s alive and well at Loft West Cobb....

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Wish You Were Here

On a recent trip to the North Georgia wine country for a friend’s nuptials, I had the pleasure to spend one crazy night in our fine state’s “Golden City.” Dahlonega earned this nickname not--as you might have imagined--for its modern day attractions where kids pan gold flecks and semi precious stones on weekend outings with mom and dad, but because it was the site of the first major American gold rush. These days, the area’s natural beauty, abundant wineries and rich history attract approximately 2 million visitors annually. But for a city that relies heavily on...

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