Michelle Floyd, freelance

10/12/2025

🎄 Looking for a Christmas gift that grows wonder, creativity… and maybe even dinner?

What began as simple backyard adventures with their grandchildren turned into a nationwide business for Sherri and Clyde Hutchison. Today, their Backyard Safari Company products — from egg-carton garden kits to all-natural spice blends — are inspiring families to plant, cook, and dream together.

Whether you want a meaningful gift for kids, a unique stocking stuffer, or something thoughtful for teachers and foodies, their garden kits and dinner mixes are a perfect pick for Christmas. 🌱✨

👉 Read their inspiring story here:
https://thenewtoncommunity.com/business-highlight/thinking-outside-the-box/

29/11/2025

07/11/2025

🎨 Windows that wow! See how two local artists are turning storefront glass into storybook canvases across Covington.

Meet Emily Burnham & Chase Tedder of Our Art Adventures—the duo behind the vibrant window art popping up at your favorite spots (think Snoopy, custom florals, holiday magic & more). From sketch to splash of color, they transform business fronts—and smiles.

Tap to see their process, their fave characters, and how to book them for your storefront or event. 👇

https://thenewtoncommunity.com/arts-education-innovation/different-strokes/

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