Mountain Spotlight Podcast with Rick Andrews

Looking for a pickleball court near you? Towns County Pickleball Complex and Courts is the best place to play your favorite sport. It's a fun sport that will keep you on your toes and it's the fastest growing sport in America.

A well-balanced meal is a slice in both hands. Firehouse 17 Pizza and More is all about traditional pizzas made from in-house dough. They source their ingredients from local farms and pizzas are baked in brick oven. From fresh salads, hot subs to homemade garlic knots, Firehouse 17 Pizza has something for everyone.

Mountain Top Furniture is your one stop shop for home decor. Whether you are looking for upscale dining room set or amish style furniture, they have it all! You can find the perfect styles from rustic to modern for your home.

The only floating Tiki Bar in North Georgia offers a delightful experience on Lake Chatuge with the perfect mountain views. Aqua Tiki offers an exclusive experience on the lake that everyone of all ages can enjoy.

Mayor Liz Ordiales has made the City of Hiawassee a wonderful place to live, work, and visit. Her leadership skills have enabled her to bring people together to accomplish goals and objectives as a team. Mayor Ordiales is very active in the local community and she is dedicated to provide the best it can be for residents and businesses by demonstrating a commitment to engagement, innovation, and performance. 

She has a strong record of success in downtown development, business expansion, and enhancements to the technology to better serve and protect the public. She has future plans to support our local economy and keep the culture we love.

Since 1978 Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds has been offering a year-round fund for the whole family from a beautiful campground sites, live performances, to great concerts and festivals.

From first class music performances, arts & crafts, fun carnival rides to unique attractions and a glimpse of rich history and culture, the Fair has something for every member of the family all year-long.

The Towns County Recreation Department is another reason why we love living in the mountains! They offer a wide range of activities for all residents of the county. Between the conference room, weight room to aerobics class the Recreation Department offers diverse amenities, programs, and clubs.

Frank Kulbertis and Jeanne Winter started Lake Chatuge Living with the vision of bringing together our lake community that spans two states. We’re grateful for what they’ve accomplished in just 10 issues and we're excited to see what the future holds for the magazine!

It is a local and tourist favorite! It's the best american food in Blairsville, GA. People travel from all around for their BBQ ribs, beef brisket, and mac and cheese! Everything is good at Jim's! They're also open year-round now and they ship their sauces nationwide. If you are looking for best place to eat near the Appalachian Trail, check out Jim's Smokin' Que. 

Young Harris Wing House has a huge personality and they always have something new to try on the menu. From super cool wings, sandwich to daily specials, they always have unique dishes for everyone. If you are looking for an amazing food, and fun atmosphere then check out this place.

This place is a true meat lover's dream and you can't find this anywhere else but in Hiawassee, GA! Daniel’s Steakhouse is known for the comfort food they serve in the mountains. Come every Thursday for all you can eat ribs or Friday for all you can eat catfish.

From high quality ingredients to best customer service with a smile, their breakfast has never tasted so good! Nobody does breakfast like The Sawmill Place.

Everyone loves comfort food in the South, and that doesn't exclude breakfast. They've got plenty of sweet Southern breakfasts here, from a Applewood smoked bacon, Banana Nut Bread French Toast that you won't stop eating, to a buttermilk pancake that you'll want to sneak pieces of any hour of the day. From Brisket Hash, Sawmill Salad to simple as eggs & sausage, everything is made fresh with lots of love.

Join the gang at The Aviator Cafe as they are ready to takeoff to prepare wide variety of unique and delicious menu choices of breakfast, lunch, and dinner. As you walk into the restaurant is like rewinding back to aviation history. They showcase vintage aviation memorabilia showing different time periods of aircrafts, stories, and photos.

If you are looking to shop at an upscale consignment boutique, TATA (Time and Time Again) On Main has it all! They feature latest styles for women offering designer clothing, purses, jewelry, and shoes. Also, they are know for large selection of home decor and small furnishing including vintage pieces. TATA On Main has wide variety selection of from trendy fashion to modern decoration pieces made by local vendors.

Paris & Co. is the premier destination for delicious French-inspired cuisine, paired with impressive wine list, impeccable service, and enviable location. If you are in search for an indulgent dining experience with a stunning views of mountains and vineyard, you must eat here!

Between Sunday brunch, wonderful lunch, and elegant dinner, they prepare and serve unique and delicious meals for everyone.

North and Main Clothing Company in North Georgia has been offering exclusive apparel brands for every age group since 2005. They also offer personal styling in-store and online. From dresses, jumpsuits, to basic tees, they provide every style and trends for every occasion. If you need a new wardrobes, stop by your local trendy boutique located in Hiawassee, GA or shop online 24/7 at northandmainclothingco.com

Melissa's Custom Cakes located in Blairsville, offers the most exquisite cake and pastry treats for your any occasion. She believes in using fresh and high-quality ingredients in all of their flavorful desserts. Come and discover why their delightful pastries are loved by the local community.

If you are looking for a friendly atmosphere, excellent service, and LOVE seafood, you must check out Hiawassee Seafood Bar & Grill. It's a nice little gem tucked away in the mountains of Northeast Georgia in Hiawassee, GA.

Hiawassee Seafood Bar & Grill serves the finest seafood, hyper seasonal product, full bar, and high level of customer service. They are known to have some of the freshest seafood!

This place will not disappoint you! If you are looking for great food at a great price with BIG mountain and lake views, you need to visit Hawg Wild BBQ & Catfish House in Hiawassee, GA.

From pulled pork, baby back ribs to whole catfish, this restaurant offers a unique menu where everyone can enjoy it. This place a spot-on if you are looking for true traditional southern bbq. If you're not in Hiawassee, check out their other locations in Commerce, GA and Clarkesville, GA.

We toured the pollinator garden, trails, firefly habitat, and statue exhibit at Hamilton Gardens At Lake Chatuge. They also have a pavilion where they host moonlight concerts and educational classes, and you can even rent the space for weddings or your own private events. Come along as the Executive Director Grace Howard walks us through the different plant species at the gardens and the purpose they serve for wildlife.