Casa Marina Resort and Hotel in Jacksonville Beach, FL

Jacksonville weekend Casa Marina is a lovely hotel in Jacksonville Beach, FL. The 23 room spot, is the host of many a wedding. Being right on the beach it is the perfect backdrop for weddings. There are lovely hardwood floors in the rooms and quality furniture, though most guests do spend their time on the […]

Defense contractor Envistacom puts engineering and innovation center in Duluth

Atlanta-based defense contractor Envistacom will open an engineering and innovation center in Duluth, Ga.

The 20,000-square-foot center, in Gwinnett Forest office park, will focus on research and development for communications and counterterrorism technologies to support national security requirements.

“A new and dedicated engineering facility is key to furthering our track record of innovation in technology development and its application to meet customer needs as they face rising global threats,”…

Is this guy going to get Brad Bates a new job?

This is Todd Turner. He runs a college search firm that places high level athletic personnel, including Athletic Directors. He was also the Athletic Director at Vanderbilt when Brad Bates was there. If you read between the lines, it appears he's helping out his former protege again.

This summer when Turner ran the Athletic Director search for Missouri, he presented Bates as a candidate. Now Blauds is reporting that Bates is in the mix for the San Diego State opening. Guess who is running their search? Yep, it is Todd Turner. (The fact that San Diego State only has an opening because Turner landed their old AD at Mizzou is an entirely different topic altogether.)

Bates could have spun taking the Mizzou job as a step up. It is an SEC school, a flagship state university and more money. San Diego State -- even with BC's current issues -- would be a step back. It is not a Power 5 school and not as big a department. But for Bates it might seem like a nice landing spot given his contract situation. What happens to Bates if BC doesn't extend him and San Diego State doesn't hire him? No big deal. Turner will just float his name for the next search he runs.

Southwest, Delta air lines back in court Monday over Love Field gates

Southwest Airlines and Delta Air Lines are scheduled to be back in court Monday in their ongoing legal dispute over gates at Dallas Love Field.

Love Field, owned by the city of Dallas, is constrained to 20 gates. Dallas-based Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) controls 18 of the 20 gates.

The dispute centers around Gate 15, which Southwest and Atlanta-based Delta (NYSE: DAL) have been sharing for more than a year.

Southwest paid $120 million to lease two gates, including Gate 15, from United Airlines…

First Time Moms Gonna First-Time-Mom

I know I'm not the only one. You're a first-time mom and (what feels like) EVERYONE has something to say about the way you parent. Normally it's not meant to harm us, but to just offer a bit of advice. However, there's  a handful of people that do make comments like “Well, I did…” or […]

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Light-Filled Brookhaven Bungalow Exudes Charm

Welcoming and fully updated, the beautiful Brookhaven home located at 1893 Tobey Road is an amazing example of a perfect restoration. Inside you will find a light-filled interior, thoughtful upgrades and peaceful views from nearly every gorgeous room.

1893 Tobey Road Atlanta, Georgia 30341

In true bungalow charm, the main floor features original hardwoods, plantation shutters, an open floor plan and a cozy fireplace. Head into the bright kitchen which overlooks the living room and admire the generous size and modern amenities. Also on the main level is a stunning remodeled master suite, featuring a marbled attached bath complete with dual vanities, a glass-walled shower and plenty of storage.

Dining Room

Upstairs, a spacious loft and bedroom area will allow your guests generous privacy, and the area could easily double as a home office or playroom. Continuing the beauty outdoors is a spacious brick patio leading to a large, landscaped backyard, ideal for summer barbecues or relaxing among the oak trees. This large lot will prove versatile for your needs as there is plenty of space for additional amenities and gardening!

Living Room

Kitchen

Situated in the sought-after Brookhaven area and convenient to interstates, Downtown Atlanta and popular dining and entertaining spots, this home boasts an unbeatable location! The Brookhaven area has become known as a quaint and charming locale in the Metro area and you will absolutely love it as well!

Outdoor Living

Three Bedrooms, Two Full Baths

Offered at $459,000

1893 Tobey Road

Brookhaven Georgia 30341

Jere Metcalf, Buckhead Office, REALTOR®

Jere Metcalf

770.337.7122

866.919.3607

jere@atlantafinehomes.com

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Lakewood Amphitheatre: Atlanta Concert Venue

Lakewood Amphitheatre opened in 1989 and has a seating capacity of 19,000. Despite living in Atlanta these many years, I've only been to Lakewood Amphitheatre a couple times. I've seen Jimmy Buffet, Dave Matthews Band (I think) and Live there. Lakewood has always felt a world away, but it really isn't that bad of a drive […]

Enough.

“So, what's on the agenda for today?” He asks me this question every morning as we get ready… He showers, shaves, gets all handsome and fancy, smelling good in his collared shirts and slacks, while I put on the cleanest pair of yoga pants I can find and brush my teeth quickly before my 4-year-old […]

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Atlanta Father's Day restaurant events 2016

Spend the day feasting –– and maybe even indulging –– in a brew or two with the man who raised you on this special Sunday Funday. With special brunch, lunch, and dinner offerings all across Atlanta, you're bound to find one that'll make him unwind, relax, and enjoy the people closest to him.


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The Cook's Warehouse - Decatur Sat., June 18, 2-5 p.m. Father's Day Cook-Out on the Big Green Egg Spend Father's Day behind the grill with dad mastering the sensation that is the Big Green Egg.…

Chef Ali Mesghali of Rumi's Kitchen talks Persian cuisine

Rumi's Kitchen in Sandy Springs has been a beacon of Persian cuisine on the Atlanta dining scene for the past ten years now, but chef/owner Ali Mesghali has gotten some recent attention beyond our city - he was invited to cook at the James Beard House in New York for a special dinner celebrating the Persian festival of Nowruz. 



Mesghali actually opened his first Persian restaurant, Shamshiri, in 1998, which was followed by Persepolis in 2000, and then Rumi's Kitchen in 2006. In the past year, though, chef Mesghali has been introducing a new set of dishes to his loyal patrons, dishes that reflect the current embrace of Middle Eastern cuisines happening from the Beard House on down to home kitchens filled with new cookbooks inspired by the region. 



The well-established staples at Mesghali's restaurants have long been undeniably appealing - flavorful kabobs, intricately spiced rice dishes.…

Vin 25 Wine Bar and Restaurant, Roswell GA Restaurant Review

Tucked on a quiet neighborhood street in Roswell, Vin 25 seems like a secret oasis Roswellites keep to themselves. I can't blame them. It was a warm spring day when I visited Vin 25, the kind you relish, knowing that they are few and far between in Hotlanta. Although Vin 25 is has a beautiful […]

Rooting Guide for NCAA Tournament

Everyone's filling out a bracket right now. Experts and idiots alike all think they know who is going to win. But who do you actually want to win? Who do you hope makes a nice run. Obviously you can't root for BC. However, this year there isn't even a good BC-related angle to the Big Dance. BC guy Mark Schmidt and his St. Bonaventure team saw their bubble burst. BC alum Bruce Pearl didn't turn Auburn around yet. No Steve Donahue or Al Skinner guys snuck in with their mid-majors. It is slim pickings. Plus all our enemies seem to be there. Duke and Notre Dame got favorable draws. Holy Cross is dancing! Teams that have knocked us out of tournaments like USC and Villanova are there. UConn too. There is nothing to like. But here is how I am looking at things.

-- Providence. The Friars remains a basketball rival, but I can't root against Ed Cooley. He did great things at BC and probably should have been hired as Head Coach. It would be nice to see him make a run.

-- All ACC teams. It is hard for me to flip the switch and go from hating to liking an ACC team just because of the tournament. But seeing our conference mates advance does help BC. It makes the conference stronger which brings in more money and excites more recruits. 

-- Gonzaga and St. Joseph's. People root for mascots or uniforms. Why not root for other Jesuits? People wonder if BC cares about sports. Seeing other Jesuit schools using the Tournament as a platform is a good thing. Who knows, maybe our future leaders are now at one of those schools and loves basketball. 

Georgia Senate OKs record budget

The Georgia Senate Thursday overwhelmingly adopted a record $23.7 billion state budget for the coming fiscal year.

The budget, which passed 52-3, includes nearly $1 billion in new transportation spending, primarily from the $900 million transportation funding bill the General Assembly passed last year.

Senators also approved 3 percent pay raises for teachers and state employees recommended by Gov. Nathan Deal, with larger increases earmarked for workers in four state agencies that have experienced…

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Charming Stepless Ranch in Acworth

There is something quite charming about a ranch house with a cheerful bay window peering out of the front of the home. This charm is definitely found in the home for sale at 3922 Keystone Ridge in Acworth. Adding to the appeal of this 1,410sq ft (+/-) home is the one-level living, even at the entryway. What an easy way to live! Bringing in groceries will be a breeze, and caring for the home on its level lot will be enjoyable.

3922 Keystone Ridge NW Acworth, Georgia 30101

The entry foyer and connecting hallway, dining room and kitchen all have hardwood floors. They look great and are easy to maintain. A lovely stained glass chandelier hangs over the dining area, which is open to a fireside living room with a vaulted ceiling.

Living Room

Adding living space to this home is a separate sunroom. It has lots of windows and provides easy access to the backyard which is fully usable year-round.

Sunroom

The kitchen in this home is ready for action with a usable layout, plenty of counter space and cabinets, and all the appliances you would expect. Since it is open to the dining area and livng room, the chef is always part of the action.

Kitchen

The master suite features a vaulted ceiling, walk-in closet and en suite bathroom. This space has a separate tub and shower as well as an extended vanity area and lots of natural light. The additional two bedrooms are spaciously sized and share a hall bathroom.

Master Suite

This home is a delightful and easy place to live. This house is totally manageable and ready to move in. Plus, the Winterchase neighborhood is a much desired location that is just off Highway 92 and moments to I-75.

Community Playground and Pool

Offered for $160,000

Three Bedrooms, Two Bathrooms

3922 Keystone Ridge NW

Acworth, Georgia 30101

Austin Landers,Buckhead Office, REALTOR(R)

Austin Landers

770.900.7493

austinlanders@atlantafinehomes.com

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