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MARCH / APRIL 2026 | VOLUME 17 | ISSUE 2

contents

cover story

24
The Brilliance of Berry College
Exploring the beloved school’ s 100 + years of excellence in higher education.

features

22 Bouldering On
Rock-climbing without ropes or harnesses? We introduce you to the sport of bouldering.
28 Hail to the Chief!
As America’ s semiquincentennial approaches, these six Georgia presidential sites take on special significance.
30 A Global Food Roundup
Where to enjoy incredible international eats close to home.

departments

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From French to Japanese, we’ ve rounded up five great area restaurants specializing in international cuisine.
4
Letter From the Publisher
Adventures in foreign foods.
6
Calendar for Living
Happenings in our’ hood.
10
Dog Eared
How reading and drinking go perfectly together.
12
Dollars & Sense
What to know before taking on a side hustle.
16
Community
Getting to know Justin Earl, proprietor of The Jerks soda fountain in Cartersville.
18
Wanderlust
We’ re gaga for Greenville, South Carolina.
36
Get Cookin’
Recipes that won’ t break the bank.
38
Robert’ s World
Turning 60 hits hard.
40
Just Sayin’
Spring has sprung.
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