If there’s a heavy snowfall and your car gets buried, you might not want to drive it anywhere while road conditions are poor. It’s tempting to leave the car covered in snow until it thaws out, but here are five reasons for getting a shovel and digging your car out sooner rather than later.

Drained Battery

Your car’s systems depend on its battery, which has to work harder in freezing temperatures. Having the lights and heating on most of the time takes its toll, but at least the battery is getting charged. When you leave the car sitting under snow for a long period, the battery can drain completely, especially if it’s older.  Read the rest of this entry »

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Mornings are more enjoyable with a perfect cup of coffee. The aroma, taste, and caffeine all combine to perk you up and get you ready for the day. Whether you drink coffee in the morning before leaving the house, grab a cup on the way to work, or enjoy a few throughout the day, coffee never disappoints. Because coffee is as addictive as it is delicious, coffee shops are very popular in almost every community. Here are a few located in Dahlonega.

Picnic Cafe

Located in the square, Picnic Cafe serves coffee even the most careful connoisseurs are content with. The ambiance inside, however, is far from pretentious. There is indoor and outdoor seating if you would like to relax and people-watch while enjoying coffee and a delicious cookie. The staff will bring your order to your table and highchairs are also available for little ones.  Read the rest of this entry »

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When you’re looking for a thrilling drive, Ford has a variety of cars that offer adrenalin-inducing power and exciting handling. These vehicles will have you wanting to take the long way home to prolong the driving pleasure. Here are four of the fastest Fords for 2019.

Ford Fiesta ST

For big thrills in a small package, the Fiesta ST is a good-looking hatchback that packs a punch. It features Ford’s turbocharged 1.6-liter EcoBoost engine that delivers 197 horsepower and 202 pound-feet of torque to the front wheels. A slick shifting six-speed manual transmission keeps you firmly in control of the power. Read the rest of this entry »

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Dahlonega in Georgia is nestled among mountainous scenery which offers some superb hiking areas. The trails are rated from moderate to difficult so there’s something to suit people of most abilities. Here are four of the best trails that enable you to make the most of the majestic landscape.

The Appalachian Trail to Long Creek Falls

A stretch of the Appalachian Trail (AT) heads through the Chattahoochee National Forest along the Three Forks Creek valley. The hike to Long Creek Falls is only a two-mile round trip, although it’s rated as moderate because of the change in elevation. The trail takes you through a lush valley and at the end, you are rewarded with the rushing cascade of the waterfall.  Read the rest of this entry »

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Welcome to the all-new, completely redesigned Ford Explorer. The 2020 Explorer has received the update we’ve been waiting for. What was already a great SUV has now been readied for what the future holds. Here’s a look at what’s new with the 2020 Ford Explorer, and why it’s the best yet:

A New Generation

The 2020 Ford Explorer is the first of its generation and has been fully redesigned to bring you an updated SUV ready for your adventures. Its features are more swooping and aerodynamically pleasing than the 2019 model. Where the 2019 Explorer was boxy and rectangular, the 2020 Explorer is slick and streamlined — more of what we expect from a new generation that we’ll live with for the next few years into the future. Read the rest of this entry »

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If it’s a day full of photo opportunities you’re looking for, you’ll find it at any of the many waterfalls near Dahlonega, Georgia. There are so many in and around the nearby national parks and forests that you would be hard-pressed to see them all in one day. Take a look at some of our favorite spots below. You definitely won’t be disappointed by these gorgeous examples:

Amicalola Falls

This is by far one of our favorite falls in the area. Located in Amicalola Park to the west of Dahlonega, this 600-foot tall cascading waterfall makes for one of the most picturesque natural sights you’ll find anywhere. There’s a walkway that travels to the top of the falls so you can travel up and get a closer view of the waterfall. If you want to see one of the highest waterfalls the park has to offer, this is the one to visit. Read the rest of this entry »

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If you’re looking for your next full-size SUV, look no further than the 2019 Ford Expedition. It has everything you need to take on life’s adventures in style. Here are four reasons the 2019 Ford Expedition stands out from the crowd:

Powerful Performance

When you get a full-size SUV, you want the most space on the most powerful system. Meet the 2019 Ford Expedition. It has a best-in-class tow rating of 9,300 pounds and makes it easy with features like the Pro Trailer Backup Assist. If you want to head off the beaten path, equip your Expedition with the FX4 Off-Road Package to add off-road shocks, two-speed automatic four-wheel-drive, skid plates, and more. Read the rest of this entry »

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Dahlonega, Georgia, sits in the heart of the state’s beautiful, up-and-coming wine country. If you love wine as much as we do, there’s no better way to spend the day than enjoying a glass of your favorite varietal in the tasting room of one of the many world-class vineyards in the area.

If you’re looking for a place to start, we suggest these four best wineries and vineyards in the Dahlonega area:

Cavender Creek Vineyards and Winery

Cavender Creek prides themselves on offering a warm and relaxing wine experience you can enjoy with friends and family. Visit their tasting room to try their selection, listen to music, and talk with the wine stewards about how the wine is made. The vineyard itself grows Norton, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Petit Manseng grapes, and Cavender’s creations from those grapes are some of the best in the area.  Read the rest of this entry »

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Ford has a long earned reputation for rolling out high-performance vehicles. Since the turn of the century when Henry Ford and his team of engineers developed the “Sweepstakes” race car with state-of-the-art innovations like mechanical fuel injection and insulated spark plugs, this automaker never looked back. Is there a performance Ford in your future? Let’s explore a few of today’s top picks.

The 2019 Ford Fiesta ST

The new Fiesta is especially fun behind the wheel. It’s one of the liveliest subcompact cars on the lot, with nimble handling and dynamic engine performance, particularly the ST trim. Its 197-horsepower powertrain consists of a turbocharged EcoBoost engine and a six-speed manual transmission. This combination delivers enthusiastic acceleration and precise steering thanks to its sport-tuned suspension system. This trim offers plenty of other noteworthy features including high-performance brakes, automatic climate control, push-button start, and a proximity key. Read the rest of this entry »

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Perched atop one of the richest deposits east of the Mississippi River, the city of Dahlonega is home to the first gold rush. Two decades before miners headed west to California to find their fortunes, gold was discovered right here in Georgia. Experience a taste of gold-fever in the Dahlonega area at one of these hot spots for treasure hunting.

Consolidated Gold Mine

The Consolidated Gold Mine at 185 Consolidated Gold Mine Road was the largest gold mining operation in the area. Blasted out in the early 1900s, the mine’s deep tunnels are open daily for public tours. Travel 200 feet underground and enjoy a 40-minute exploration of the mine shaft, learn about the original miner’s struggles, and pick your tour guide’s brain. Staffed by expert miners, this underground adventure is the perfect prelude to your own search for gold.

After your tour, experience the thrill of gold panning. Learn the tricks of the trade from some of the world’s best panners. Use the water-powered flumes to reveal hidden nuggets. With luck, you’ll strike it rich. Once you find a keeper, have your gold nuggets made into jewelry right onsite.

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