One of the most common questions I am asked is some variation of “What does a mayor do?” Article IX of Georgia’s Constitution guarantees to our … Continue Reading
Mondo Video! Transforming My Basement Into an ‘80s Video Store
Woodstock resident Anthony Sant’Anselmo grew up in Los Angeles, California, with a love for movies. He works as a “South Park” animator, and he is a writer and director. His father is co-creator of the ‘80s toy Teddy Ruxpin and he would take Anthony to his office on weekends — that’s where he found his […] Continue Reading...
6 Recipes for the Super Bowl
If you’re making a spread of appetizers for your Super Bowl party, here are six touchdown-worthy recipes, with six ingredients — or less! — to make preparations for the big game as smooth as possible. If one of your New Year’s resolutions was to eat healthier… let’s just call this a cheat day. Don’t throw […] Continue Reading...
Bringing TV Production From Los Angeles to Woodstock
In 2021, I wrote an article for this publication about the Christian Worldview Film Festival, held at First Baptist Church Woodstock. I ended that article with this hope: “My desire is to see more movies made right here in Woodstock. Soon, I hope we can hear that familiar chime, ‘Quiet on the set.’” I couldn’t […] Continue Reading...

Get to Know Sylvia Breitbart
Sylvia Breitbart Program Manager, Woodstock Office of Economic Development What is your background? Shortly after moving here from California, … Continue Reading

Blueprints to Buildings, Get TurnKey Results
Advanced Systems Inc. is a Woodstock-based, commercial general contractor that specializes in ground-up construction, remodeling/build-outs and site development for clients in Georgia and across the country. “Our … Continue Reading

4 Ways to Make Your Home Cozy and Inviting
We’ve come a long way since home was a damp cave with a fire. We crave a place that welcomes us and makes us feel secure and safe, especially when it is cold and dreary outside. Home. For most people, the word … Continue Reading

When the Law Fell Silent
Marcus Tullius Cicero famously stated: “In times of war, the law falls silent.” This observation, made by Cicero more than 2,000 years ago, rested on his experience during the end of the Roman Republic, and the … Continue Reading

3 Reasons to Sell Your House in Winter
As you think about the year ahead, one of the key decisions could be whether you want to move this year. If the location or size of your current home no longer meets your needs, finding a house that better suits … Continue Reading