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Oakland’s Hidden Gem

Crocker Highlands is tucked away in the hilly folds of Oakland–artists, musicians and parents alike live here. Patrick, a journalist/artist and recent Crocker Highlands transplant came from living in the hustle-and-bustle of city life in San Francisco. He is originally from Philadelphia and talks to us (along with his sparkly-eyed dog Chloe) about his appreciation [...]

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Merritt Reps the Best of Oakland

An aesthetician and resident of Merritt for about 2 ½ years, Nicole tells us about everything diverse Merritt has to offer: from lake access, to great restaurants, to terrifying potholes. Can you describe this neighborhood for folks that have never been here before? Umm, it’s a pretty ethnically diverse neighborhood since this is sort of [...]

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A farm in the city—Atlanta’s East Lake builds an urban farm

East Lake is upping the ante on unique additions to a neighborhood. This community is known in Atlanta as being an [...]

Kirkwood: Love Thy Neighbor

Kirkwood is a fast growing in-town neighborhood in eastern Atlanta, but it’s not just known for the gentrification that’s taking [...]

Oakland’s Hidden Gem

Crocker Highlands is tucked away in the hilly folds of Oakland–artists, musicians and parents alike live here. Patrick, a journalist/artist [...]

The BeltLine Project—Atlanta’s Next Olympic Moment

When you first hear its name, the BeltLine already sounds confusing.  Are we talking about watching our weight?  Is this [...]

Dangerous Driving and Scenic Sights on LA’s Arroyo Seco Parkway

The Arroyo Seco Parkway, the Pasadena Freeway, State Route 110—call it what you want, but it’ll still be the most [...]

What’s up with East Williamsburg? A local tells us perks and downfalls

A recent transplant (she used to be in Williamsburg proper) and owner of a handbag company, Shira gives us the [...]