Just Tap’d hosting 3rd Annual Beer Festival this Saturday April 29

Macon, Ga –We all can benefit from a little R&R from time to time; a tranquil setting, something good to eat, and a refreshing aperitif to wash it all down, and I know just the place. It’s full of craft beers, fine wines, and awe-inspiring grub. Owners Jeff and Beth Kressin have “Tap’d” into a …

Ellen Gilchrist wins the 2017 Sidney Lanier Prize for Southern Literature

Macon, Ga. – Mercer University’s Macon campus hosted the Sidney Lanier Prize Presentation for Southern Literature to novelist, short story writer, and poet Ellen Gilchrist. The presentation was held in the President’s Dinning Hall and awarded by the Mercer’s Spencer B. King Jr. Center for Southern Studies on Saturday April 22, 2017. Gilchrist spoke with …

Shopping local small businesses helps Middle Georgia

Everyone shops national chains or buys off Amazon.com from time to time. Sometimes it is the only option for certain items, or the only sensible choice for bulk items that are sold as commodities. However, there are a number of great reasons to shop small local merchants that should be considered that go beyond finding …

Bearfoot’s history lesson of hamburgers are so good they must be tasted to be believed

Middle Georgia has been experiencing a hamburger renaissance which has been a major benefit for anyone who likes America’s favorite sandwich. One of the hardest decisions I’ve had lately is whether to turn left into Bearfoot Tavern or right into Ocmulgee Brew Pub. How dare they force us to make such a tough choice. I’ll …

Easter Sunday 2017: A Day of Resurrection at Southside Baptist Church

Warner Robins, Ga.-Spring was in the air on this glorious Easter Sunday, April 16, 2017. The weather was perfect for a day of fellowship and family outings. Southside Baptist Church’s Easter Sunday Service highlighted the importance of this day. Greeters welcomed churchgoers upon entrance with a hello, a handshake, or a hug. There was much …

Great Greek, Mediterranean and Indian food at Metropolis Grill

Warner Robins, Ga.- When it comes to Indian and Mediterranean cuisine that’s fulfilling and flavorful Metropolis Grill looms high on the list. The address is 866 Georgia Hwy 96 Suite 104 in Warner Robins. The first time I experienced Greek cuisine I was hooked. The combination of spices, sauces, and tantalizing taste of lamb sautéed …

Middle Georgia State University Award Student Leaders

Warner Robins, Ga. – Middle Georgia State University hosted a ceremony honoring thirty-eight students for their noteworthy commitment, dedication, and overall achievements contributed to their student body organizations during the 2016-2017 school year. The ceremony was held April 12,2017, in the Student Success Center on the Warner Robins campus. The décor of the ceremony was artfully …

Mercer Theatre hosted performance of August: Osage County

Mercer Theatre hosted the critically acclaimed stage play August: Osage County. The play Originally premiering in June 2007 at the Steppenwolf Theatre Company and opened on Broadway in December 4, 2007. It is making a well-deserved run almost 10-years later. The play, written by Tracy Letts, is directed by Scot J. Mann. Mann is an award …

Ampersand Guild is a supportive environment that caters to the artist

When it comes to being creative, the Ampersand Guild shines like a dark and starry night. It’s an eclectic composition, a canvas that connects the stars into eye-catching constellations; much so like the Guild’s resident artists. Everything about this place exudes art. The Guild’s location is in Macon’s downtown district an area most Maconites today …

Business Image hosting “Conversations of a Poet” April 30

Business Image, an event planning firm in Macon, is sponsoring “Conversations of a Poet” on April 30th. This is described as a “Poetic Glam Slam” experience and will allow poets to bring focus and attention to the art of the spoken word, showcasing their talents while awarding a prize of $200 based on audience preference. The …

Li’l Benny’s Smokehouse has outstanding ribs, BBQ and smoked chicken

A few places in town have special meaning to me because I watched them grow from the ground up. I had the great fortune to be at ground zero while Li’l Benny’s Smokehouse came into being. Long before the restaurant opened, I had several opportunities to taste Ben Burks’ recipes. I happened to work with …