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Be Sure to Visit This Hidden Gem in Montezuma GA
Montezuma, GA - If you're near Montezuma, Georgia, there is a restaurant that you have to try (even if you have to go a little out of your way). It's called Yoder's Restaurant. It offers authentic home-cooked meals, including roast beef, chicken, mashed potatoes, vegetables, bread, and so much more!
Piedmont National Wildlife Refuge: Georgia's Outdoor Nature Oasis
Allison Lake at Piedmont National Wildlife RefugePhoto byAuthor Jan Baker. Looking for a place to hike, fish, watch birds, and feel close to nature? Look no further than Middle Georgia's Piedmont National Wildlife Refuge. This is a great adventure for the entire family. The refuge spans Jones and Jasper Counties, with the Refuge Office and Visitor Center being located on Allison Lake Road in Round Oak, Georgia.
What is Minimalism? Trim the Fat and Reduce Stress
Minimalism is the idea of only owning things that bring you real value. It's about trimming the fat of your life, reducing stress, and reaching a higher level of enjoyment. If you're looking for ways to bring more value into your life, minimalism has a lot to offer and is achievable by anyone, and means something different to each person. It's not a fad. It's a realistic lifestyle that can have an immediate impact.
The Wyrick House Hauntings: Ellerslie, Georgia
Our story takes place in Ellerslie, a small unincorporated community in Harris County designated as part of the Columbus metropolitan area. According to the 2020 census, it is home to just over 1,000 people. Ellerslie is also home to the Wyrick House, which was the setting of a baffling mystery back in the late 1980s and 1990s.
Can You Spot All of Georgia's Venomous Snakes?
Warm weather is here, which means reptiles; more specifically, snakes are on the move! Georgia is home to just under 50 species of snakes. Fortunately, only 7 species are venomous to humans. Keep in mind that it is illegal to kill or possess a non-venomous snake in Georgia. If caught doing so, the misdemeanor may result in up to $1,000 and 1 year in jail. Leave them be. They actually kill venomous snakes and keep down pests, so you want them around.
The Fall of Georgia's Impenetrable Fort Pulaski
Since the founding of Georgia, Savannah has been an important city due to its position on the coast. After the war of 1812, the United States government decided to plan fortifications to protect Georgia's coastline. Since Savannah was a major Georgia port, a fort was to be built on Cockspur island to protect the city from attacks via the Savannah River.
See the Georgia Coast on Horseback: Best Horseback Riding Adventures on the Beach
Spring is here, and Summer is just around the corner. What could be better than the sand under your feet, an ocean with no end in sight, and the sounds of crashing waves? Nothing...except maybe experiencing it on horseback. If you're looking to treat your family to the experience of a lifetime, consider one of the guided horseback tours below. You don't need to know how to ride, and the memories are sure to last a lifetime!
Get to Know Georgia's Smallest County
Downtown Athens View from North CampusPhoto byPaul Brennan / Pixabay. The award of smallest Georgia County in terms of land size goes to Athens-Clarke County in Northeast Georgia. The Classic City may only be 121.3 square miles, but it feels anything but small. Based on the 2022 U.S. Census, Athens-Clarke County's population is 127,358.
Take a Walk on the Wild Side at This Unique Georgia Adventure
Wild Animal SafariPhoto byWild Animal Safari/Pine Mountain. Pine Mountain (GA) - Wild Animal Safari is an incredible experience for animal lovers of all ages. Unlike anywhere else in Georgia, you can embark on a Safari drive-thru and see more than 75 species of animals in their own habitat. Animals you will see include Zebras, Watusi, Bison, and more. Drive your own vehicle (at your own risk, of course) or choose to rent one of theirs. For a large group experience, take a guided tour on one of their safari buses. The animals are so friendly that they will come right up to the windows. You can even purchase feed at the counter and give treats to the animals along the way.
High Falls State Park Evacuation: Put Your Plans on Hold to Visit
High Falls State ParkPhoto byHigh Falls State Park. What began as a peaceful camping trip for some turned into an evacuation and rescue. Due to the astounding amounts of rain Middle Georgia has seen over the past 3 days, areas that typically do not flood did on Monday, March 27, 2023. This is true for the popular High Falls State Park in Monroe County.
Getting Out of Debt (And Never Look Back)
Debt can happen to the best of us...including me. I was someone who thought I was responsible with money, and I was. The problem turned out to be that I was naive about debt. It's perfectly normal to saddle yourself with a house payment and a car payment from the beginning. Right? You're supposed to max out your income (minus savings). Wrong. Wrong. Wrong.
One Suspect Found in Vehicle: Investigation of 3 Stolen Cars Still Underway
According to a press release by the Bibb County Sheriff's office, On March 14th, deputies responded to a call on Waterville Road about two stolen vehicles. These two vehicles and a third were found nearby in a densely wooded area.
Opinion: Why I Will Never Go Back to Social Media
As an early millennial, I did not grow up with technology at my fingertips. I remember pagers that eventually turned into in-car phones and then the first cell phones, which were affectionately referred to as "bag phones." My first music player was a walkman that played cassettes. Then came the introduction of CD players, and my friends and I thought we were so cool to have CDs. Our first computer had terrible graphics and only a few colors. It was situated in a central room in the house and didn't have many features. In elementary school, our family got Netzero dial-up internet. It often took several tries to connect, and you could always tell by the sounds it made if the connection would be successful. By the time I reached high school, the world wide web had evolved to be pretty sophisticated and much more like the modern web that we use today.
Soak in the Beauty of Georgia's Longest Covered Bridge
Located in Comer, Georgia, just outside of the Classic City is historically rich Watson Mill Bridge State Park. Here visitors from all around the world can walk, bike, or ride through Georgia's longest-covered bridge and marvel at impressive craftsmanship that has stood the test of time.
Amerson Parks Reopens Monday with Restricted Access as Search Continues: Here's What We Know
Macon, GA - Monday, February 27, 2023, Amerson Park will reopen to the public with restricted access as the search continues for the man who went missing in the Ocmulgee river on Wednesday, February 22, 2023.
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