Eye on Cherokee, Atlanta, GA (2025)

10/30/2025

🚨 Local News: My 3 Way Grocery Takes Crime Prevention to New Heights — Literally 🚀
By Eye on Cherokee Staff Writer Salvatore Insinga.

CHEROKEE COUNTY, GA — The beloved roadside stop known as My 3 Way Grocery located on Bells Ferry rd in Woodstock has long been a community favorite, not just for its world class soda selection (locals swear it’s “better than a convenience store should legally allow”) and in-store pizzeria that could rival downtown eateries — but now, it’s gaining fame for a much more elevated reason.

This week, the owners of My 3 Way Grocery unveiled what they’re calling “the most advanced anti-theft system in the Southeast” — a massive hot air balloon tethered to the roof of the gas station.

According to the store manager, the idea came after a string of petty thefts and gas drive-offs have befouled the greater Atlanta area. “We were tired of chasing folks down Highway 92,” Dobbins said. “So we figured, if we can’t stop crime on the ground… we’ll just leave the ground.”

Here’s how it allegedly works:
In the event of a robbery, a silent alarm automatically ignites the helium boosters (the store insists it’s “FAA-compliant-ish”), lifting the entire building, pumps, pizza oven, and all rises up to 15,000 feet in the air.

The thief, trapped mid-crime, is left hovering in the clouds until authorities arrive. “It’s hard to make a getaway when you’re looking down at Canton from the stratosphere”.

Residents have mixed feelings about the innovation. Local teacher Linda Pearman called it “the dumbest and most brilliant thing I’ve ever seen”. Still, the public response has been overwhelmingly positive not just for the spectacle, but for the snacks. “You can’t beat a cold Mountain Dew, a slice of pepperoni, and a view from 15,000 feet,” said customer Tucker Bell, munching happily at the checkout counter.

For now, the My 3 Way Grocery balloon can be seen from miles away, a bright orange and yellow bobbing reminder that in Cherokee County, crime doesn’t pay — it ascends.

https://eyeoncherokee.com/offbeat-news

10/29/2025

We decided to launch a funny pages section in our local Cherokee County Georgia publication www.eyeoncherokee.com

May I introduce you to, Dilmner, he has lived in Canton Georgia for 80 years. he is retired and widowed, he lives with his best friend an old basset hound named Rasmus.
Dilmner is often dismayed and confused by the modern Cherokee County life style. In our first episode Dilmner is sick of everyone asking for tips for doing nothing, meanwhile Dilmner is having trouble finding friends at Woofstock at Woodstock.

10/28/2025

🏗️ HOTEL HYPOCRISY RISES OVER MAIN STREET
Luxury Meets Displacement in Downtown Woodstock

WOODSTOCK, GA – The soul of Main Street is about to get a penthouse suite. Where mom-and-pop shops once charmed visitors with hand-painted signs and porch swings, a towering luxury hotel is now climbing skyward, blocking sunsets, skylines, and any remaining sense of small-town humility.

City leaders call it “progress,” though it feels more like a developer’s daydream built on the backs of people priced out of their own town. The same Woodstock that can’t find space for struggling families somehow found space for a marble lobby and rooftop martini bar.

The new hotel will “blend seamlessly with the community,” according to a brochure designed by someone who’s never been to Woodstock. Because nothing says seamless like a glass fortress looming over 19th-century brick shops and a local ice cream shop still serving cones for $2.50.

Meanwhile, just down the road, the local motels are packed with families who used to live in single-family homes — homes that now belong to international investment firms snapping up Cherokee County property like it’s Monopoly night in Beijing. Those homes aren’t filled with kids and golden retrievers anymore; they’re filled with QR codes and corporate logos.

Residents walk past the construction site and wonder how the cranes keep rising while compassion keeps sinking. The hotel will probably have a spa, a pool, and maybe even a “farm-to-table” restaurant serving produce grown nowhere near a farm. The people it displaces will have a parking lot, a curfew, and another reminder that in Woodstock, luxury is easier to find than mercy.

The irony is thick enough to spread on toast. The city that once prided itself on community and charm is now selling skyline views to out-of-towners while locals count quarters for a week’s stay at the Red Roof Inn.

When the ribbon is cut, the speeches will be polished, the champagne will flow, and the crowd will applaud. Somewhere nearby, another family will pack up their last box, check out of their motel, and look for a home that no longer exists.

Welcome to Hotel Hypocrisy. You can check in anytime you like… but your neighbors probably can’t afford to.

10/16/2025

🎉 Calling All Contestants for “Seniors vs. Seniors”! 🎉

Do you have what it takes to represent your generation?
Eye on Cherokee is looking for contestants for our brand-new local game show segment — “Seniors vs. Seniors!”

We’re inviting two demographs to battle it out:

🧓 Seniors residing in Cherokee County (age 75 and up)
&
🎓 High School Seniors (currently enrolled in a Cherokee County high school)

Contestants will answer a number of general knowledge questions covering history, art, world events, and pop culture from across the decades!

We are looking for participants to answer a series of questions in a private controlled filmed Enviorment this will be done individually and not in a live gameshow format. We will have multiple filming days available to suit availability.

Teachers, quiz bowl coaches, and senior living activity directors — if you’d like your students or residents to participate, we’d love to hear from you!

📧 Email us at: [email protected]
🌐 Learn more at: www.eyeoncherokee.com

“Seniors vs. Seniors” — because wisdom comes in all ages!

10/16/2025

🎃 Scarecrow Showdown in Woodstock: Fall Fun Faces Off Against the Anti-Fun League

WOODSTOCK, GA – The cozy streets of downtown Woodstock are alive with color this October weekend, as the annual Festival of Scarecrows returns, drawing families, photographers, and pumpkin spice lovers from all over Cherokee County. Local businesses, schools, and clubs have lined Main Street with creative scarecrow displays — from classic farmhands and spooky witches to elaborate movie characters and clever pop culture tributes.

But while most of the town is focused on hay bales and hot cider, a group calling itself the Anti-Fun League a leftist organization exploiting the Goverment shutdown, has announced plans to protest during the festivities. Some residents worry the demonstration could distract from what’s traditionally a lighthearted celebration of fall fun.

Locals say, the Scarecrow Festival has always been about community, creativity, and family. Shop owners have spent weeks preparing displays, cafés are serving autumn treats, and families are eager to enjoy a crisp October day in beautiful downtown Woodstock.

Despite the noise from the Anti-Fun League, Woodstock’s spirit remains strong. Families are expected to fill the streets, collecting candy, snapping photos with their favorite scarecrows, and enjoying the season’s festive charm.

https://eyeoncherokee.com/woodstock-news

10/13/2025

Chalktoberfest Brings Color, Crowds, and Community Spirit to Historic Marietta Square
By Salvatore Insinga, Staff Writer

MARIETTA, GA — Under clear blue skies and perfect autumn weather, the historic Marietta Square came alive this weekend for Chalktoberfest, an annual celebration of art, music, and community spirit that drew thousands of visitors to the heart of the city.

Professional chalk artists from across the country and around the world transformed the brick walkways into a dazzling open-air gallery. Their intricate, large-scale chalk and paint masterpieces covered the streets in a spectrum of color and creativity — from vivid portraits to surreal landscapes and playful pop culture tributes.

A special section of the festival showcased young local artists from nearby schools, who eagerly joined the fun with their own imaginative chalk creations. Their section became one of the festival’s most popular attractions, drawing proud families and plenty of encouragement from festival-goers.

In addition to the art, Chalktoberfest featured a bustling lineup of vendors offering everything from artisan crafts and handmade jewelry to delicious food, local brews, and seasonal treats. Inside the square, live bands played crowd-pleasing cover songs throughout the day, adding a festive soundtrack as families, couples, and friends strolled through the streets admiring the art, scarecrow displays, and Halloween decorations set up by the City of Marietta and local businesses.

Among the lively crowd was Sam Foster, a young mayoral candidate who spent the day mingling with attendees and sharing his vision for Marietta’s future. Foster, who has lived in the city for six years, said he hopes to make Marietta “more accessible and affordable for younger residents” by expanding affordable housing options and making the square more bicycle-friendly.

Foster even gave a nod to his favorite local eatery on the square, The Australian Bakery Café, calling it his favorite Marietta restaurant.

As the sun set over the square and the final chalk strokes faded into the glow of string lights and laughter, Chalktoberfest once again proved why it’s one of Marietta’s most beloved traditions — a perfect day for art, community, and connection.

https://eyeoncherokee.com/fun-%26-entertainment

09/30/2025

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09/17/2025

Charlie Kirk Honored at Candlelight Vigil; Democrats Convinced They’ve Witnessed a Failed Weapons Test

WOODSTOCK, GA — Hundreds of supporters gathered last night for a candlelight memorial honoring American hero Charlie Kirk. The event was serene, patriotic, and moving… unless you were a Democrat, in which case it was a confusing display of what some described as “an army of conservatives holding malfunctioning Molotov cocktails.”

“They’re just… standing there,” gasped Democrat activist Lori Perkins, shielding her eyes from the gentle glow. “Why aren’t they throwing them at a Starbucks? Are they waiting for Joe Rogan to give the signal? These bombs are clearly duds.”

Another onlooker, 24-year-old progressive blogger Chadwell “Chaz” Morrison, was seen frantically Googling. “Okay, it says here Molotov cocktails should explode on impact. These… these aren’t exploding. Have Republicans hacked fire? Is this like, some kind of Elon Musk flameless torch technology?”

The solemn crowd of Kirk supporters continued their peaceful vigil, singing hymns and holding candles high. Meanwhile, a small group of Democrats huddled across the street, convinced they were watching a militia training exercise gone wrong.

“I think the wax is some kind of tactical gel,” speculated local Democrat Paulina Hernandez. “They’re disguising na**lm as scented candles. Cinnamon apple, probably.”

One particularly shaken liberal, clutching a Starbucks cup like a life preserver, whispered: “If those Molotovs won’t explode… then when will they? This could be a time-release bomb. It’s too advanced for me.”

Despite their panic, the evening concluded without incident. As attendees blew out their candles and quietly departed, Democrats reportedly stayed behind to argue about whether the “failed Molotovs” were a new form of right-wing climate protest.

Local resident Hank Meyers summed up the night best: “We honored a great man with some candles. Meanwhile, the other side thought Yankee Candle was waging domestic terrorism. Bless their hearts.”

https://eyeoncherokee.com/woodstock-news

09/14/2025

Canton Mill Lofts Residents Enter 5th Day Without Water, 100-Year-Old Pipe Declares Itself “Retired”

CANTON, GA – Life at the Canton Mill Lofts has turned into a real-life episode of Survivor after a 100-year-old water pipe decided it had worked long enough and clocked out—leaving more than 300 tenants without running water since Wednesday morning.

Originally told the outage would last “8–12 hours,” residents are now on day four of dry faucets, unflushable toilets, and personal hygiene routines that include baby wipes and prayers.

Management has attempted repairs twice, both times with about as much success as duct tape on the Titanic. “We’re shooting for Monday now,” they said, in a tone that didn’t inspire confidence.

To ease tensions, staff handed out bottled water, tacos, pizza, and eventually rolled in a water truck so tenants could at least flush their toilets—an event described by one resident as “like Woodstock, but stinkier.” Rent discounts have been offered, but many say that doesn’t quite cover the price of deodorant, extra candles, and the friendships lost over bathroom-related feuds.

Meanwhile, the century-old pipe remains unapologetic. Sources close to the infrastructure say it’s “tired of carrying the weight of modern civilization” and just wants to “rest in rust.”

Tenants are calling for more serious support, such as hotel coverage or deeper rent breaks, but for now, the building continues to operate as an unintentional off-grid experiment.

Or, as one frustrated resident put it: “I didn’t sign up to live in a history museum. Somebody replace that antique before we all start churning butter.”

https://eyeoncherokee.com/canton-news

09/11/2025

Wrestling Legend Ted DiBiase Injured in Tumble at Atlanta Airport

Atlanta, GA – September 11, 2025

Wrestling Hall of Famer and former WWF superstar Ted “The Million Dollar Man” DiBiase was briefly sidelined this week after an unexpected incident at Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport.

According to bystanders, DiBiase tripped over a small child near a crowded gate area, falling hard and injuring his ribs and face. Witnesses described the moment with a mix of shock and humor.

“The kid put the Million Dollar Man flat on his ass,” one traveler said, adding that DiBiase “looked ready to lock in the Million Dollar Dream before he realized what had happened.”

Fortunately, the child was not injured. Fans noted that longtime manager and bodyguard Virgil was nowhere in sight to provide backup.

Airport officials confirmed that no charges have been filed in the incident, and it is being considered an accident.

DiBiase, 71, is said to be recovering at home and in good spirits despite the bruises.

The Million Dollar Man, famous for his catchphrase “Everybody’s got a price!”, now has a new story to add to his legacy—though this time, it was gravity and a pint-sized traveler that got the best of him.

https://eyeoncherokee.com/offbeat-news

09/11/2025

Lewis Park: Cherokee County’s Whimsical “Faerie Park” Seeks to Grow Again

Woodstock, GA – September 11, 2025

Nestled on 57 acres of wooded land just south of Allatoona Lake, Lewis Park at 200 East Bells Ferry Road offers a peaceful escape for residents of the Towne Lake and Sixes communities. Known for its shaded walking trails that wind along a tributary of the Little River, the park has earned a unique reputation over the years as Cherokee County’s very own “Faerie Park.”

For more than a decade, visitors have adorned the forest with toys, marbles, hand-crafted art, and tiny faerie houses, creating a magical trail that has attracted families, hikers, and dreamers alike. Recently, however, much of the artwork and faerie homes were removed, leaving behind only traces of what many called the most whimsical trail in the county.

But the magic is returning. In recent months, community members have begun decorating the trail again—this time with several thousand pieces of art and decorations. While not yet at the scale of its former glory, supporters say Lewis Park could once again grow into one of the greatest faerie gardens in Georgia.

To help make that vision a reality, Eye on Cherokee has launched a special Faerie House Contest. Participants are invited to design and place their own faerie houses along the Lewis Park trail, then submit a photo of their creation to [email protected].

Entries will be judged on originality and effort, with prizes awarded to multiple winners. The contest runs now through December 1st, when the winning submissions will be announced.

Organizers hope the competition will inspire more residents to contribute to the park’s whimsical charm.

“We want Lewis Park to be the greatest faerie park in Georgia,” organizers said. “Because we are Cherokee County—and we are the best county.”

For now, the forest trail awaits its next chapter, where community creativity may once again transform Lewis Park into a place where imagination takes root among the trees.

https://eyeoncherokee.com/fun-%26-entertainment

09/10/2025

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