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IT IS OFTEN SAID THAT “THE PEOPLE MAKE THE PLACE.” MEET SOME OF OUR LOCAL STARS WHO WILL LET YOU KNOW…

YOU’RE WELCOME IN ACWORTH!

  • A banana split with three scoops of ice cream (strawberry, chocolate, vanilla) topped with whipped cream, chopped nuts, and a cherry. The dish also contains sliced bananas and pineapple chunks.

SWEET DREAMS ARE MADE AT SCOOPS ICE CREAM

ERIN AND DAVE LABELLE

Erin and Dave LaBelle have brought Scoops to Acworth to give people new ways to treat themselves, find the perfect gift, or throw a delightful little party. Scoops Ice Cream and Tasty Treats brings new life to a space that was a doctor’s office for 50 years. 4839 North Main Street has always been a healing place, but now it’s got a whole new way of curing what ails you....
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  • A glass of beer labeled "Red Top Brewery" sits on a wooden table in a room with barrels in the background.

RED TOP BREWHOUSE – GREAT BREW AND LOTS OF FUN

JONATHAN WHITE & ROB HANKINSON

Acworth’s first craft brewery, Red Top Brewhouse, welcomes all—friends, families, children, even dogs—to enjoy the fun they have on tap! Committed to this custom experience, Red Top boasts two state-of-the-art, self-serve tap walls with 20 specialty-brewed and staff-curated selections of beer, cider and sangria for guests to choose their pour. In the kitchen, chef Bobby King serves up all the high-end pub grub and it’s all made from scratch....
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  • A man stands beside shelves filled with wine bottles and decanters in a shop, part of the great wine market in Downtown Acworth.

TRG VINO MARKET

TOBY CARMICHAEL

After he sold his first small business, Toby began seeking other ways to support the Acworth community. The idea of opening a wine market was happenstance, and “came to fruition as an ability to turn around and give back.” Each month, TRG Vino Market hosts wine tastings and partners with local and Georgia-based charities. To give back, the Market donates 50% of ticket proceeds and 10% of bottle sales to the cause.
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  • A white plate with shrimp, fried fish pieces, and a creamy brown sauce garnished with herbs.

SOUTHERN COASTAL CUISINE AT 1885 GRILL

MIGUEL MORALES

In addition to the shrimp and grits, hushpuppies, and pimento cheese that made the restaurant a Chattanooga favorite, 1855’s Acworth location has a few special things to call its own: think low-country boils, plus grab-and-go picnic baskets. “We’re super excited to become part of the community,” says Miguel, “and we have every intention of continuing the tradition of bringing something special that can create another great destination....
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  • Close-up of sliced smoked brisket with a dark crust, displaying well-defined layers of meat on a wooden cutting board. Shredded meat is visible in the background.

AWARD-WINNING ‘Q IN HISTORIC DOWNTOWN – J.D.’s BAR-B-Q

CHIP “J.D.” ALLEN

Chip “J.D.” Allen opened his Main Street barbecue restaurant, J.D.’s Bar-B-Q, in 2011. Since then, he’s attracted regulars from as far as Chattanooga who come to the circa-1925 schoolhouse for Chip’s slow, wood-smoked barbecue, made-from-scratch barbecue sauce, fried corn on the cob, and his Grandma’s coleslaw recipe (especially on top of a hotdog). Chip, whose motto is “straight from the pit to plate,”...
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  • Five people standing in front of a storefront with a sign that reads "Appalachian Outfitters CA." The group includes three men and two women, all casually dressed.

BILL BENEFIELD– APPALACHIAN OUTFITTERS

THE GREAT OUTDOORS

We're a full-service outdoor outfitter, and we do everything from camping to hiking, kayaks, paddle boards, stuff you can't find at big-box stores. We have a lot of local brands, and we try to stock a lot of products from the Southeast. We've been working with the city to set up some mobile locations on Acworth’s three beaches, too. We offer rentals for kayaks, paddle boards, paddle boats, and canoes....
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  • A multi-tiered chandelier hangs from the ceiling of an industrial-style room with exposed brick walls and wooden beams.

COWAN MILL EVENT SPACE – MODERN EVENT SPACE IN A HISTORIC MILL

KEVIN MARCY

Built in the 19th century, the Mill has been a fixture on the Acworth landscape for generations, and in its new life as a wedding venue, it’s getting a long-overdue facelift (complete with covered patio, outdoor fireplaces, and one stunning chandelier). But you don’t have to get hitched to enjoy the newly revitalized Mill. Kevin and his family hope to share this special landmark with Acworth through community events, too...
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  • A man and woman smile while standing side by side in front of a brick wall decorated with a framed picture, a metal sign, and a trombone.

HENRY & CLAUDIA CHANDLER – HENRY’S LOUISIANA GRILL

SOUTHERN CAJUN FUSION... YUM!

"It’s Southern, fusion, and Cajun. My first job back from Europe was in a fusion restaurant. The Southern part comes from my upbringing — for 18 years I was brought up on a farm and my nanny did Southern cooking. That’s where you get Louisiana alligator flash-fried with a hoisin sauce, topped with remoulade. We do traditional gumbo, etouffee, and jambalaya, but then we have Nanny Castell’s fried chicken plate, served over..."
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  • A woman sits beside a vintage piano, wearing a black and white patterned top and turquoise jewelry, smiling at the camera. Books and sculptures are on top of the piano.

Veronica Dudley – Fish Thyme Restaurant

FALL IN LOVE WITH FOOD

Steve and Veronica Dudley opened Fish Thyme, their cozy, modern seafood restaurant after they both fell in love with the space—and with Acworth. Since then, Fish Thyme has become a local favorite, a date night go-to, and even a destination for wedding proposals. What makes the it so special? Aside from serving some of the best seafood in the northern suburbs, the duo are part of the community here, and they make their guests feel like family...
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Abbie Parks – Preserving Acworth History

HISTORIC PRESERVATION & TOURISM

When Abbie Parks isn’t hosting cocktail hour on the front porch of her historic Acworth home or jetting around Main Street with her tiny canine companion, Radar, she’s probably working to share her love for the city with others. That might mean welcoming 20,000 visitors into town for the annual Acworth ArtFest she helps organize, or campaigning to preserve a historic landmark. We caught up with Abbie to chat about her favorite pieces of hidden history in Acworth...
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  • A man wearing glasses and a striped polo shirt sits outdoors in front of a wooden deck and house.

Marvon Williams – All of The Above

AT HOME IN ACWORTH

If you’ve attended one of Acworth’s much-loved public events, you’ve probably spotted Marvon Williams. Marvon, an American Family Insurance agent, moved to Acworth nearly two decades ago, and he’s been one of the town’s biggest cheerleaders ever since. We caught up with him to see where he takes out-of-towners, where he enjoys hitting the links, and his tips for visitors...
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  • A woman and a man stand on a porch holding a baby in front of a wooden door. The house number "4442" is mounted beside the door.

Trevor & Natasha Beemon – On The Front Porch

ON THE FRONT PORCH

Trevor took Natasha on a romantic drive through historic Acworth, where Trevor spent time as a kid. “She didn’t know about Acworth and I wanted to show it to her,” he says. It must have worked: now, the couple is happily married, working in Cobb County and raising their one-year-old son, Tuck, right here in Acworth. Trevor and Natasha know all the good tips about Acworth: from baby-friendly brunch to date night spots to the historical sites they impress their out-of-town friends with...
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  • A man stands by a wooden fence with a lake and bridge in the background. He is smiling and wearing a blue polo shirt and beige pants. Trees are visible behind him.

Tommy Allegood – Mayor of Acworth

MAYOR OF ACWORTH

Tommy Allegood likes to say that he’s never really had a career, but “a series of adventures.” Two decades ago, one of those adventures led him to Acworth, and before he knew it, he and his wife Carol were renovating their beautiful, century-old Victorian farmhouse in their brand-new hometown. Not being one to say no to a good adventure, Tommy found himself signing up to run for City Council in 1999. The rest, as they say, is history...
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