Last year we took on the challenge of finding the best tacos and margaritas in Suwanee, but this year we decided to spice things up and tasked ourselves with finding Suwanee’s best chicken wing. By: Lizzy Kidney | Photos by Karl Lamb THE CONTEST: Suwanee Magazine invited local restaurants with chicken wings on their menu…
iCan Bike Comes to Suwanee
The Guide Project, a local nonprofit that helps find inclusive activities for people living with disabilities, brings iCan Bike Gwinnett to Suwanee. By: Alicia Carter | Photos Courtesy The Guide Project Becoming a parent is filled with many joys, some fears, and a whole lot of love. Becoming a parent of a child with special…
Business Spotlight: Suwanee Sports Academy
Suwanee’s premier multi-sports complex is in the business of building confidence. By: Alicia Carter | Photos by Karl Lamb There’s a palatable kinetic energy at Suwanee Sports Academy. Not only is it present in the motion of the players on the court, but it’s also apparent in the drive of its leadership, who facilitate a…
Q&A with StillFire Brewing’s Phil Farrell
Ahead of Suwanee’s new hometown brewery opening in September, we chatted with StillFire Brewing’s new brewmaster about his favorite style of beer, craft trends, and the legend of his famous rubber chicken. By: Randall Veugeler, Co-Founder of StillFire Brewing MMBEER license plate – check. Brewery logo cap – check. “I 🖤Beer” T-shirt – check. Massive…
Q&A with ATL UTD 2’s Patrick Okonkwo
On a sunny day in 2017, surrounded by more than 45,000 Atlanta United soccer fans, Patrick Okonkwo’s entire journey came full circle. By: Lizzy Kidney | Photos by Chip Hogsed From losing his father at a young age in Nigeria to moving to Jamaica and eventually arriving in Suwanee after the Morton family adopted him…
Fourth of July Event Roundup
Stone Mountain Fantastic Fourth Celebration Join Stone Mountain July 1-7 for seven days full of Fourth of July celebrations. Recently voted “Best Place to see Fireworks in Atlanta” by the Atlanta Journal-Constitution and a “Must-See Firework Show” by USA Today, Stone Mountain has created a week of great family attractions. For even more fun, stay…
Art of the Brew: Contrast Artisan Ales
Chamblee’s new brewery brings contrast to the Georgia craft beer scene. By: Lizzy Kidney | Photos by Chase Medlin Before opening Contrast Artisan Ales in Chamblee, founder and Suwanee native Chase Medlin had already made waves in the Georgia craft beer scene. He got his start brewing at the popular Twain’s Brewpub & Billiards in…
Livin’ it Up with Lizzy: Livin’ it Up with the Lions
THE GEORGIA AQUARIUM’S NEW CALIFORNIA SEA LION ENCOUNTER HELPS TO BRING AWARENESS TO THE PUBLIC! By: Lizzy Kidney | Photos by Alicia Carter and Chip Hogsed Since 2005, the Georgia Aquarium has been dedicated to spreading awareness and education about the extraordinary animals who inhabit our oceans. As a leading facility for aquatic animal…
Suwanee’s Hometown Brewery Begins Construction
April 22nd was an exciting day for Suwanee beer lovers as StillFire Brewing began construction to convert the Gwinnett County Fire Station 13 into its new home. With the slinging of the first sledgehammer, brewery founders, city officials, and beer aficionados rejoiced as the day marked the beginning of Suwanee’s Hometown Brewery. The new high-end…
Suwanee’s Got Talent: Angelica Hale
SUWANEE RESIDENT ANGELICA HALE STOLE THE HEARTS OF MILLIONS AFTER APPEARING ON “AMERICA’S GOT TALENT.” NOW, THE 12-YEAR-OLD SINGING SENSATION IS WORKING ON HER DEBUT ALBUM WHILE PERFORMING ALL OVER THE COUNTRY. By: Lizzy Kidney| Photos Courtesy of Angelica Hale Suwanee’s own Angelica Hale, at 11 years old, has left a lasting impression on the…
Into the Wild: Noah’s Ark Animal Sanctuary
Noah’s Ark Animal Sanctuary is a metro-area oasis for animals in need of a second chance. By: Alicia Carter | Photos courtesy Noah’s Ark Much like the Island of Misfit Toys, Noah’s Ark is home to a ragtag group of animals who were dealt a hard hand in life. Located 30 miles south of…
2019 Summer Camp Guide
Consider our annual Summer Camp Guide as your handy local resource for keeping the kids happy and occupied during summer vacation. From sports camps to nature, science, art camps and more, we’ve listed a variety of camps that will cater to all of your child’s interests — and even teach them a new skill or…
Suwanee’s New Hometown Brewery: StillFire Brewing
The creators behind Suwanee Beer Fest announce their plans for a new brewery and taproom in the heart of downtown Suwanee By: Lizzy Kidney What started as a vision from Randall and Angela Veugeler, founders of Suwanee Beer Fest and Suwanee Magazine, and John Bisges, UGA grad and local business leader and his wife, Lori,…
Restaurant Spotlight: Bare Bones Steakhouse
Downtown Buford’s premier steakhouse is a “40-year dream fulfilled” for owners Buddy and Gale Maughon By: Lizzy Kidney | Photos by Raye Baldwin At 80-years-old, Master Meat Cutter Buddy Maughon takes great pride in preparing the meat each day at Bare Bones Steakhouse. With the help of his son, Buddy hand-cuts each of the steaks to…
Business Spotlight: Aileron Investment Advisors
Suwanee’s Aileron Investment Advisors, a comprehensive financial planning firm run by father-daughter team Bill and Cindi Porter, has the tools you need to invest in your future. By: Alicia Carter | Photos by Karl Lamb Walking into the Aileron Investment Advisors office is like walking into a good friend’s home. The space is warm and…
2019 Get Fit Challenge Update
We checked in with the Get Fit contestants to see how they’re progressing and what challenges they’ve faced on their journey so far. By: Alicia Carter | Photos by Julie Perdue and Chip Hogsed The past two months have been busy for our Get Fit Challenge contestants. In addition to working out multiple times a…