Michelle Floyd, freelance

06/23/2026

☀️ Summer is the season for feeling refreshed… and this local story might inspire you to start healthier habits of your own. 🍍🥬🍓

This inspiring throwback feature shares the story of Rutho and Nate Occilien-Similien, the father-son duo behind Taste & See Fresh — a business that started from something as simple as a 21-day juicing fast and quickly grew into a thriving local favorite. ❤️

What began with Rutho making fresh juices during a personal health journey turned into coworkers asking for meals and juices… which eventually grew into a full business serving fresh cold-pressed juices throughout the community. Then Nate stepped in after attending Disney Dreamers Academy, helping his father build a business plan and expand the vision even further.

Now Taste & See Fresh offers handcrafted juices, salads, detox options, and healthier choices through local farmers markets, deliveries, and community events — all while building a family legacy together. 🍊✨

From Tropical Storm to Super Green, their fresh juices have become a local favorite for people looking to feel better, eat cleaner, and support small businesses right here in our community.

Summer is the perfect time to reset, refresh, fuel your body well, and support local entrepreneurs doing amazing things.

👇 Click the link to read this inspiring throwback feature from Newton Community Magazine!
https://thenewtoncommunity.com/arts-education-innovation/healthy-choice/

06/19/2026

☀️ Summer is the perfect time to get moving, try something new, make friends, and find a place that feels like family. ❤️🏓💪

This heartwarming throwback feature shares the story of sisters Carmen Brown and Beverly Burton, two longtime members of the Covington Family YMCA who consider the Y their second home.

Whether they’re playing pickleball, taking fitness classes, walking the track, volunteering at community events, or helping fellow members learn the equipment, the sisters have built much more than a workout routine — they’ve built relationships, purpose, and community. ❤️

The article highlights how the Covington Family YMCA has become a place where people of all ages can stay active, connect with others, and participate in everything from bootcamp and cardio classes to youth sports, summer programs, and outreach opportunities.

What stands out most is the genuine sense of family. As one sister says in the article, “I just love the staff. They are awesome, and they’re my family.”
Summer is such a great season to focus on health, wellness, friendships, and getting involved in your community — and this story is such a beautiful reminder that fitness is about so much more than exercise.

✨ Click the link to read this inspiring throwback feature from Newton Community Magazine!
https://thenewtoncommunity.com/health-wellness/the-essence-of-our-y/

06/19/2026

05/12/2026

Local and state community organizations, businesses, and leaders came together to make soccer more accessible to Henry County residents of all ages.

Read more: https://wearehenry.com/mini-soccer-pitch/

04/18/2026

04/16/2026

Marina del Cielo is bringing a Mexican-American breakfast fusion to Henry County. Cafe del Cielo on Racetrack Road serves breakfast all day, as well as brunch and lunch favorites. On the menu, customers can find favorite dishes such as migas, huevos rancheros, menudo, and street tacos.

Read more: https://wearehenry.com/cafe-del-cielo/

04/03/2026

😪 2026 looks different than 2006.