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
Georgia
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
Film Friday: The Spectacular Now
In the style of John Hughes classics, The Spectacular Now brings opposites together as hard-partying Sutter, played by Miles Teller, falls for good girl Amy, played by Shailene Woodley. She plans for her future while he plans for the next party. Kyle Chandler and Jennifer Jason Leigh play supporting roles. The movie was filmed all around Athens, including on the University … [Read more...] about Film Friday: The Spectacular Now
Small Town Saturday: Columbus, GA
I visited Columbus, Georgia to see a family member's graduation at Fort Benning, an Army base that trains the Rangers, some of the country's most decorated soldiers. The city has less than 200,000 residents, half of which are stationed on the base. Many military movies have also been filmed in Columbus and on the base. … [Read more...] about Small Town Saturday: Columbus, GA
