Meet Joey Harrison: Black Belt, golfer, fly-fisherman, Tavia’s husband and owner of The Brick. For those of you who aren’t familiar with it, The Brick is a top-notch fitness and educational facility that specializes in the instruction of martial arts to all ages and skill levels. Also offered are after school childcare, summer days camps…
Sue Cox
Meet Sue Cox, owner of Simon’s Gallery Gifts and Antiques in St. Simon’s Pier Village. Sue’s beautiful and unique gift shop has been in offering some the island’s finest in coastal memorabilia and home décor for over 20 years. In the fall of 2017, Sue’s success led to the expansion of her store, doubling it…
Steve D’Amico
Meet Steve D’Amico. Steve is a local contractor who specializes in home renovations and remodels. Steve, his wife, Stephanie, and their three children were among the first friends we made on St. Simons. Over the last 4-5 years we have shared countless meals, bottles of wine and much laughter. Steve is an avid fly-fisherman and…
Archie Prince
Meet Archie Prince, Executive Chef and part owner of the recently renovated, marina front Coastal Kitchen. Archie’s reputation as one of the leading chefs on St. Simons is quickly growing and the success of the restaurant is a direct reflection of his unsurpassed work ethic. Stealing time to meet with Archie for Faces Of St….
Owen Plant
Meet Owen Plant. Owen is a local musician and owner of Lulu Entertainment, LLC through which he coordinates live music artists for various social events around SSI. Additionally, Owen and his wife stay busy with their entertainment as they raise their 16 month old daughter. I first had the pleasure of meeting Owen some time…
Donna MacPherson
Meet Donna MacPherson, local artist, award-winning photographer and owner of the newly expanded Golden Isles Olive Oil. I first met Donna 5 years ago when my family and I were renting a house next door to her iconic red-roofed, Margret Mitchell beach front home. Throughout the course of her life, Donna has been a non-stop,…
Don Maxey
I’d like to say, “Meet Don Maxey”, but I feel pretty certain most of you already have. I think he and the Wine Guy, Mark, at Harris Teeter are in a run off for unofficial mayor of SSI. Don and his wife, Hollie, are the owners of Uncle Don’s market on Fredrica Road next to…
Marvin Westbrook
“When have I felt the happiest in my life? Right now. I am an incredibly happy husband. I am a very proud father of two and grandfather of five. I sold my pool construction company a few years ago and now I have a lot of time to spend with my family, which is and…
Suzanne Bagwell
Suzanne Bagwell is the owner of Petals Inc. Suzanne has lived here her entire life and has been always loved music and flowers. We asked Suzanne about her life here and some questions about herself. Q: Since you are a teacher and lover of music, who are your favorite music artists? A: “Bing Crosby,…
Dave Roland
Toast Chef Dave Roland says he tries to “chase passion.” Which has worked out quite nicely for his restaurant, Toast, downtown. Roland said the minute he walked into the building that is now his restaurant, he was in love. “I knew it was the one. I just felt so comfortable and at peace and at…