Gone with the Wind is the most recognized book and subsequent film to come out of the South, penned by Margaret Mitchell in 1936 and adapted for the screen in 1939. The epic novel tells of Scarlett O'Hara, the spoiled heroine who goes through the tribulations of the American Civil War. The impact of the film and book are long-standing, even today. It was easily the most … [Read more...] about Visiting the Locations of the Gone with the Wind Trail
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Small Town Saturday: Acworth, GA
Acworth, Georgia is a lakeside community of 20,000 people in suburban Atlanta. The area was formerly inhabited by the Cherokee Nation before the Trail of Tears. Much of the town was burned down during Sherman's March to the Sea. The historic downtown has a number of shops and restaurants, including Henry's, a Louisiana grill, and this Coca-Cola wall next to it. The remake … [Read more...] about Small Town Saturday: Acworth, GA
Film Friday: 42
The movie '42' tells the life story of baseball legend Jackie Robinson, who made history when he signed with the Brooklyn Dodgers. Robinson endures abuse because of his race but goes on to become one of the most respected athletes of all time. It stars Harrison Ford, T.R. Knight, and the late Chadwick Boseman as Robinson. The movie is actually filmed in many of the areas … [Read more...] about Film Friday: 42
Weekend Guide to Georgia’s Lake Country
Georgia's Lake Country is made up of a dozen towns around lakes Oconee and Sinclair, including Greensboro, Madison, Eatonton, and Milledgeville. An hour from Atlanta, the lakes offer the ideal weekend getaway from the fast pace of the city. Each small town has something different to offer and you'll always find something to do. You can find award-winning golf courses, … [Read more...] about Weekend Guide to Georgia’s Lake Country
Southern Stays: Cuscowilla Golf Resort
Located less than two hours from Atlanta, Cuscowilla is a golf resort set on Lake Oconee and within driving distance of idyllic small towns like Greensboro, Milledgeville, Eatonton, and Madison. It's also a popular spot for those attending the Masters tournament in Augusta. There are many different types of accommodation on property, ranging from a standard hotel room to a … [Read more...] about Southern Stays: Cuscowilla Golf Resort