Based on the book by Kathryn Stockett, The Help tells of an aspiring writer reckoning between her life in segregated Jackson, Mississippi, and what she knows is right. She embarks on a journey to tell the stories of the black maids that work in the community but at the cost of her relationships. The movie stars Emma Stone, Viola Davis, Octavia Spencer, Allison Janney, and … [Read more...] about The Help Filming Locations to Visit
Weekend Guide to Blairsville, Georgia
Blairsville, Georgia is surrounded by Chattahoochee National Forest, near the North Carolina border. It is an outdoor lover's dream, with countless hikes and activities. It's also in one of the state's wine regions. Originally settled in 1835, it was named for a Revolutionary War hero. It was found to have gold like nearby Dahlonega. Visit during one of the annual festivals … [Read more...] about Weekend Guide to Blairsville, Georgia
Hank Williams Landmarks Fans Can’t Miss
Hank Williams was born in rural Butler County, Alabama, in 1923. He moved to Montgomery and won a talent contest that launched his career. From there, he got a gig performing on a radio show with the Drifting Cowboys. Like contemporaries like Elvis Presley, he gained notoriety by performing on the Louisiana Hayride and Grand Ole Opry. Williams wrote nearly a dozen number one … [Read more...] about Hank Williams Landmarks Fans Can’t Miss
Southern Stays: Reunion Resort and Golf Club
Visitors to the Orlando area are overwhelmed with options in terms of where to stay for their vacation. There are all sorts of options, from big-name hotel brands to on-site resorts to independent rentals. For those looking for resort-style amenities with the comforts of home, there's nowhere better than Reunion Resort and Golf Club, a AAA Four Diamond property. Don't … [Read more...] about Southern Stays: Reunion Resort and Golf Club
Small Town Saturday: Dublin, GA
Named after the city in Ireland, Dublin, Georgia was incorporated in 1812. In 1865, Confederate President Jefferson Davis camped in the area before being captured by Union forces. In 1919, the town was the site of race riots. It's best associated as the site of Martin Luther King Jr.'s first public speech in 1944. He was a young student who had won a contest and traveled … [Read more...] about Small Town Saturday: Dublin, GA