by Dustin Turner | Features
Photos by Richard Schmon Polo has long been known as the Sport of Kings — but this is a reputation Tiger Kneece is trying to change. “It’s come a long way. People once thought of the sport as super-elite and that hurt the sport for years,” says Kneece, the manager of...
by Steven Uhles | Features
Listening to Augusta native Michael Dease unpack, unwrap and unroll a solo, it’s easy to forget that the trombone — an instrument too often associated with marching bands and cartoon soundtracks — is his instrument of choice. Deftly grabbing onto a tune’s melody...
by Steven Uhles | Features
Photos courtesy of Augusta University It’s late May and the view from Dr. Brooks Keel’s office is somewhat subdued. With summer approaching and the academic year winding down, the bustle of activity at Augusta University’s Health Science campus has slowed...
by Lynette Samuel | Features
Photos courtesy of Samantha Poncere Daniels Life can be tough. But there is hope. And there is laughter. “I am a child of God and a vessel of joy. Comedian and licensed mental health therapist are titles, things I do.” Samantha Poncere Daniels is specific about who...
by Brenda Durant | Features
Paintings by Rhian Swain At First, you may not notice her. When she is not taking photos, she usually sits at the back of the room and appears not to know anyone present. Then you catch sight of her fiery red, curly hair as she smiles or laughs. Now she lights up the...
by Aimee Serafin | Features
Photos courtesy of Emily Griffith Byrd, Chad Tolley and Andrew Swift. Emily Griffith Byrd is a recent transplant to Augusta who is known for her expressive pet portraits. How did you become a professional pet portraitist?Originally, I had worked in the entertainment...
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