Why Crumbl Cookies Alpharetta Isn’t Your Typical Cookie Shop

The gourmet cookie shop in Alpharetta undergoes a change in ownership and is looking forward to a sweet future. If you find yourself following the sweet scent of fresh-baked cookies while in Alpharetta, you’re likely going to end up at Crumbl Cookies. The tasty pastry shop is now under the care of Lance Jeffreys and James Griffin, who also own Crumbl’s Forsyth […]

Mustang News Team Takes Home National Award

Congratulations to The Mustang News Team at Fulton Science Academy. The group earned 5th place in Best of Show – Broadcast News Program (High School) at the 2020 JEA/NSPA Fall National High School Journalism Convention. In addition, the show’s 11th grade video and graphics editor Seunghyun (Daniel) Kim took home a 9th place Individual Editorial Leadership Award. Details: 3035 Fanfare […]

Help Your Child Find Their Inner Artist

Encourage your kiddo to unleash their inner creativity with online art lessons from Othels Art. Under the guidance of professional art instructors, children in grades K-12 learn through the use of watercolors, acrylics, pastels and other materials as they master techniques and gain foundational knowledge. Details: 11775 Northfall Ln., Ste. 202., othelsart.com

Sprinkle on Fun with DIY Cookie Kits

Have some fun in the kitchen courtesy of DIY Cookie Kits from It’s a Sweet Life Bakery. Available in themes like Puppy PAWty, Unicorn, Monsters and Princess, each kit comes with directions, plus 12 sugar cookies ready to be decorated with the four icing colors and one sprinkle option provided. Details: 6365 Halcyon Way., Ste. […]

Local Children’s Book Tackles Pandemic Worries

Autrey Mill Middle School counselor Joshua Williams and his son, Wade, are helping kids make sense of the impact of COVID-19 on everyday life with their book “Wade Through the Pandemic.” In four months, they wrote the 24-page children’s novel, which shares how Wade’s life changes during this unprecedented time and encourages little ones to stay safe. Details: amazon.com

Mayor Honors Alpharetta High Volleyball Team

The Alpharetta High School varsity girls volleyball team just got major kudos. Mayor Jim Gilvin and City Council members honored the group at City Hall in December 2020 with a proclamation congratulating them on their first-ever state championship win. The team competed in Class 7A and took on Walton High School, which has won the title 14 times. Details: […]

Lobster Roll with a Thai Twist

A New England classic gets a modern twist at Lapeer Seafood Market. The cold shrimp & lobster roll pairs its proteins with Duke’s Mayonnaise and out-of-the-box spices, such as Thai basil, on a buttery bun. A side of house-made Voodoo-flavored chips completes the dish. Details: 12 N. Broad St., lapeerseafoodmarket.com

A Guilt-Free Brunch Spot

Bagel Boys Café might be known for its baked menu items, but this eatery offers more than breakfast. Those sticking to a healthier eating plan in 2021 can opt for the turkey & veggie wrap featuring an abundance of fresh ingredients, including field greens and sprouts. Details: 11770 Haynes Bridge Rd., Ste. 102. bagelboyscafe.com

Korean Ribs with a Kick

If you love spicy fare, dig into the Angry Ribs at Monkey 68 Kitchen & Bar. This Korean take on an all-American favorite features baked ribs braised with a mix of ginger, soy sauce, gochujang pepper, honey and other spices to give it an Asian kick. Details: 160 N. Main St., monkey68atl.com