by Ashlee Duren | May 29, 2019 | Publisher's Note
When we began planning the editorial for the June/July issue, we knew that we would be celebrating the city’s Top 10 in 10 Young Professionals to Watch as we do every year. We also thought we would be marking 45 years of Augusta Magazine – or at least that was...
by Ashlee Duren | Apr 25, 2019 | Publisher's Note
As the publisher of Augusta Magazine, I am afforded the opportunity to tour and feature some of the area’s most interesting homes. It’s one of the best parts of my job – to take a peak inside someone’s home is truly an honor. When choosing a home to feature, I...
by Ashlee Duren | Mar 27, 2019 | Publisher's Note
Spring has sprung in Augusta! And before you ask how I know, let me assure you it’s not because the pollen arrived. Although that is usually an unwelcomed sign that warmer days lie ahead and it’s golf season in our area. April means the Masters for Augusta and...
by Ashlee Duren | Jan 30, 2019 | Publisher's Note
I recently lost someone dear to me. A woman who had a profound effect on my life, shaping me – as a woman, a mother and as a journalist in ways that I could have never imagined. Margaret Quante (Varn) Iliff was my 10th grade high school English teacher....
by Ashlee Duren | Jan 7, 2019 | Publisher's Note
I grew up in Columbia County, Evans to be specific. When my parents moved our family to Augusta in 1980, they chose to buy a home in Columbia County. My mother had done her research and felt like Columbia County was a better fit for our young family. My dad...
by Ashlee Duren | Nov 9, 2018 | Publisher's Note
I love the holidays! Every single second of this time of year. For me, that includes frantic deadlines at the magazine, last minute shopping and baking. (Honestly, I do my best work at the ninth hour.) I love shopping for the perfect tree, decorating, holiday...
