Mike Mentz is a singer and songwriter, not to mention traveler, as this post is coming to us from Turkey. He's lived a number of places, but calls Nashville home when he's not on the road. He's played all over the world and even at Nashville's famous Bluebird Cafe. His songs incorporate tales from his adventures. What do you love most about living in the South? I'm … [Read more...] about This Is My South: Mike Mentz
Small Town Saturday: Jonesboro, GA
This small town of less than 5,000 residents is only 30 minutes from downtown Atlanta but feels like an entirely different place. It's known as the official home of Gone with the Wind, serving as Margaret Mitchell's real-life inspiration for Tara. The last battle of the Atlanta Campaign in the Civil War was fought here, largely in the front yards of homes and plantations. … [Read more...] about Small Town Saturday: Jonesboro, GA
Film Friday: The Client
Based on the bestselling John Grisham novel, The Client tells of a young man who witnesses the suicide of a mafia lawyer. The district attorney tries to use him to bring down the mob, while his lawyer will go to great lengths to protect him. The film stars Tommy Lee Jones, Susan Sarandon, and the late Brad Renfro. Mary-Louise Parker, Anthony LaPaglia, and William H. Macy play … [Read more...] about Film Friday: The Client
The South’s Spookiest Cemeteries
Since the South is an area steeped with history, it makes sense that there would be plenty of spooky stories. In honor of Halloween, we're sharing our picks for the South's spookiest cemeteries. You can explore these cities of the dead and find the graves of the city's notable residents and could even spot a ghost. Oakland Cemetery, Atlanta, Georgia As one of … [Read more...] about The South’s Spookiest Cemeteries
Small Town Saturday: Cashiers, NC
Cashiers, North Carolina is an unincorporated village in the Blue Ridge and Appalachian mountains. The population is less than 200, but it is popular with visitors, who rent cabins in the fall months to see the leaves change color. It may be less populous than nearby Highlands, but rivals it in charm and scenery. Photo courtesy of Amy Eubanks. … [Read more...] about Small Town Saturday: Cashiers, NC