Writer Dana Hudepohl perched atop one of Tank Town USA’s armored personnel carrier I’m less than 10 minutes from North Georgia’s tranquil Lake Blue Ridge, surrounded by forest, open sky, and chirping birds. But these six barren acres are a whole other world of exhaust fumes, mud, and piles of old cars. As I walk onto the property, a giddy guest greets us with, “Y’all are in for a treat! I don’t think a smile will be comin’ off your faces!” Welcome to Tank Town USA in Morganton where visitors can spray paint a junker with graffiti, bash it with a sledgehammer, and—in a grand finale—demolish it ..read more

Akami (lean tuna), chutoro (medium fatty tuna), and otoro (fatty tuna) from Kyushu, Japan Photo by Brandon Amato Located less than a five-minute drive from Mercedes-Benz Stadium, a mixed-use development called Abrams Fixtures promises lofts, offices, and of course, restaurants. One of the first eateries to be announced is Ryokou Omakase, slated to open this summer. Ryokou means journey or trip in Japanese, and that is exactly what chef Paul Gutting wants diners to do when they visit. Currently a chef at Leonard Yu’s Omakase Table, Gutting will lead this sister spot, serving a 10-12-course tast ..read more

Sweetwater 420 Fest is this weekend. Photograph by Addison Hill/Courtesy of Sweetwater 420 Fest Dutch Masters at the High When: Opens Friday, April 19 Where: High Museum of Art Cost: Free for members, $15 for “not-yet-members” Details: This sweeping exhibit includes a breathtaking array of work from some of the finest painters of the Dutch cultural heyday of the eighteenth and nineteenth century, including Rembrandt, Frans Hal, and the celebrated female Dutch painter Rachel Ruysch. “Dutch Art in a Global Age” will be open through July, but stop by this weekend to get the first glimpse of this ..read more

Planning a special event in Atlanta? Whether you’re envisioning an intimate corporate gathering, a grand wedding celebration, or an electrifying gala, AFR Furniture Rental can be your partner in creating an unforgettable experience. With a vast inventory of stylish furniture, advanced design capabilities like custom branding, and a team of dedicated event professionals by your side, AFR offers a comprehensive solution to elevate your event from ordinary to extraordinary.  Experience You Can Trust  AFR isn’t new to the event scene. They boast a rich history of over 45 years, crafting ..read more

John Wieland is best known as founder and former chairman of John Wieland Homes and Neighborhoods, but as his homebuilding business grew over the years, so did his art collection. What began as a hobby to fill the office walls soon became a bigger passion. Wieland is still involved in the art-collecting, but over the years has recruited experts such as the late David Heath, Fay Gold, and Annette Cole-Skelton to help him acquire works. His son Jack Wieland is the curator for the Warehouse. Photograph courtesy of the Wilbert Group The 30,000 homes John Wieland has built in neighborhoods all over ..read more

The “a” allows the Center for Hard to Recycle Materials to be called, simply, “CHaRM.” Photograph courtesy of CHaRM Here’s what I packed in my car on a recent Saturday morning: 17 cans of paint, 8 propane canisters, 2 old iPads, a Medusa tangle of electrical cords, and a bag stuffed so full with bags it had to sit buckled into the passenger’s seat. “Can you take this too?” my wife asked, thrusting some kind of enormous Geiger counter into my arms, another technological casualty of her rainy field season in Costa Rica. I took it, and so did CHaRM: When I left the facility, my car was empty, and ..read more

Rico Wade in 2019 Photograph by Moses Robinson/Getty Images for Revolt Even with the knowledge that none of us will live forever, Rico Wade’s untimely passing at age 52 is still hitting hard days after the April 12 announcement. As the cornerstone of the game-changing production trio Organized Noize, formed in his teens with Ray “Yoda” Murray and Patrick “Sleepy” Brown, and the de facto general of the Dungeon Family—the music collective that includes OutKast and Goodie Mob among its members—Wade’s impact in the music industry is huge. That has been evident in how widely his death has been cove ..read more

Historic Vicksburg, Mississippi Illustration by Debora Islas Perched high on a bluff with sweeping views of the Mississippi River sits Vicksburg. That very bluff is what made the city so challenging for the Union to capture during the 47-day Civil War battle of the same name. Today, Vicksburg’s rich history is always on display as stately Greek Revival mansions sit alongside colorful shotgun homes. A stroll down Washington Street reveals charming boutiques and restaurants housed in original brick buildings. Vicksburg is a town that makes the most of its nooks and crannies with plenty to discov ..read more

The communities of St. Pete/Clearwater have been named among the top 25 beaches in the U.S. by Tripadvisor, and beautiful beaches are only the beginning. St. Pete/Clearwater is a vibrant culinary destination with year-round outdoor dining and waterfront restaurants, casual beachside eateries, gourmet fare and a booming brewery scene. Fresh Gulf seafood, locally sourced ingredients and hometown charm make this Florida Gulf Coast destination a unique epicurean experience. Fresh and Local Situated on the Gulf of Mexico, St. Pete/Clearwater has access to an abundant array of seafood. Fresh season ..read more

The Halidom logo adorns a wall lined with greenery and florals. It was only 10 years ago that Krog Street Market and Ponce City Market opened, marking the beginning of Atlanta’s food hall boom. Today, there are numerous food halls, big and small, around the city and into the suburbs—so many, in fact, that we’ve stopped taking note. But Halidom promises to be different. Created by Hal Blackman, founder of IST Management Services (a technology company with 1,800 employees), Halidom is the name of both a new food hall and a mixed-use development in East Atlanta (1341 Moreland Avenue Southeast). T ..read more