Michelle Floyd, freelance

12/10/2025

What if the most addictive sauce you’ll taste this year was a family recipe born in the ’80s—and it’s taking over Georgia farmers markets one bottle at a time? 🌿💚

From backyard grills to Taco Tuesday, Carmen’s Green Sauce is the zesty, cilantro-forward staple locals are putting on everything. Created by Christian Corvos to honor his late mom’s legacy, this family-run favorite has gone viral across Georgia—and its new spicy spin is turning even more heads. 🔥

Want the story behind the sauce (and where to find it)? Tap to read the heartfelt journey—and see why fans say they’ll “eat green sauce over ranch any day.” 👇

https://thenewtoncommunity.com/living/venezuelan-roots/

07/10/2025

A legacy of care. A new chapter in dentistry. 🦷✨

From Korea to New Zealand to Covington, Dr. Richard Kim has brought advanced dental care — and a heart for people — to Newton Drive Family Dentistry.
Carrying forward the trusted legacy of Dr. Dale Evans while blending state-of-the-art technology with compassionate care, Dr. Kim is reshaping what it means to feel at home in the dentist’s chair.

But his story goes far deeper than the equipment and the office walls. It’s about legacy, calling, and a passion for serving people well.

👉 Read the full story here:
https://thenewtoncommunity.com/business-highlight/all-smiles/

01/10/2025

From wedding dresses to workwear… one little shop in Covington has been changing lives for over 30 years. And now, it’s back.

The Cinderella Shop is being reborn at a brand-new location — and with it comes a story of community, purpose, and hope. 🌸

For decades, this beloved shop has offered affordable donated clothing while raising funds for lifesaving equipment at Piedmont Newton Hospital. Behind the counter, volunteers like Mikie Wagy have found friendship, belonging, and the joy of making a difference.

Now, with a new home at the historic Gainer Center on Mill Street, The Cinderella Shop is opening its doors once again — ready to serve women in our community, support patients in need, and create a place where giving back feels like family.

🛍️ Shop hours: Tuesday–Saturday, 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
📍 4152 Mill Street, Covington
💙 100% of sales go to support Piedmont Newton.

👉 Read the full story here:

https://thenewtoncommunity.com/health-wellness/where-the-clock-never-strikes-midnight/

30/09/2025

29/09/2025

LivingVenezuelan Roots Total 0 Shares 0 0 0 0 A beloved cilantro sauce shared by Christian Corvos has become a viral, family-run sensation across Georgia. Through its word-of-mouth popularity, he honors the legacy of his late mother. by Michelle Floyd A recipe that started in Venezuela in the 1980s....

21/09/2025

🥘❤️ When a family cooks with love, the whole community is fed.

For Brenda Sears, her husband Lee, and their three kids, cooking is more than a family tradition—it’s a way to serve others. From grilling at the Garden of Gethsemane Shelter to creating the PB&J Project for Mansfield Elementary students, the Sears family turned their kitchen into a ministry of compassion.
Whether it’s fajitas, macaroni and cheese, or simple PB&J, every meal they have prepared carry the same ingredient: love. ✨

📖 Read the inspiring story of how the Sears family is nourishing both bodies and hearts across Newton County.

https://thenewtoncommunity.com/health-wellness/a-hunger-to-feed-others/

03/09/2025

31/08/2025

🌎 Meet the Newton County grad building businesses, mentoring peers, and inspiring leaders nationwide.

Most high school seniors are planning for graduation.
Ibraheem Zareef is planning for global impact. 📈✨

This Newton College & Career Academy grad isn't just thinking about one career—he’s chasing all of them: future international speaker, marketing agency founder, real estate mogul, and nonprofit visionary. Oh—and he’s doing it while leading Georgia DECA’s 18,000+ members as VP of Finance, all while holding down a job, mentoring peers, and building a national network of future business leaders. 💼🔥

📖 Read how one Newton student turned rejection into resilience, ideas into action, and is proving that big dreams start in small towns—with a back-to-school mindset and a heart for leadership.

https://thenewtoncommunity.com/arts-education-innovation/taking-care-of-business/

26/07/2025

What happens when a pandemic scroll session turns into a mouthwatering business? 🍨👀

You need to see how this Covington couple turned rolled ice cream into the sweetest local sensation.

Never ask Alicia Sanders for a scoop—because at Frio, ice cream comes rolled and ready to wow. 🤩🍦

Born from a TikTok trend and inspired by family memories, this local shop is more than a treat—it’s an experience. With 40+ flavors, signature creations like Maw Maw Nana Pudding, and a vibe the whole family will love, it’s no wonder people keep coming back.

👉 Tap to read how Alicia and Warren built Covington’s coolest dessert destination—one roll at a time!

https://thenewtoncommunity.com/business-highlight/frio-rolled-ice-cream/

23/07/2025

☀️ Summer’s the perfect time to freshen up your cooking — and there’s no better place to find inspiration than right here on The Square! ✨

Covington’s own Town Square Olive Oil has been delighting locals for nearly a decade with its amazing selection of oils, vinegars, spices, and more.
Whether you’re whipping up a summer salad, firing up the grill, or entertaining friends — you’ll love the flavors and friendly faces waiting inside.

Click below to read how this hometown shop is helping our community cook, connect, and create — all summer long! 👇

https://thenewtoncommunity.com/business-highlight/flavor-rush/