Susan Swavely, Author at Secret Atlanta

Susan is proud to be an Atlanta-based writer. Originally from SC, she graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of South Carolina with a double B.A. in English and Theatre. When she's not clicking away at a keyboard, Susan loves acting and film.

Beloved Atlanta-born chicken chain, Zaxbys, is opening its first 2 locations in NYC this summer — giving the Big Apple a taste of Southern Hospitality

More than three decades since its founding in Stateboro, GA the beloved fast food chicken brand Zaxby's, is opening not one, but two locations in New York this summer. And we've gotta say... New York City...

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20 Georgia companies land on TIME’s list of ‘America’s Best Private Companies of 2026’ — Chick-fil-A, Cox Enterprises, Waffle House & more

TIME just released their list of the best private companies in the U.S., and we aren't surprised that so many Georgia companies made the list. From tech companies to hospitality and beyond, private compan...

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This local Atlanta sketch comedy ensemble is bringing the laughs with their new show, ‘My Dead Cat Rhonda’ for two weekends only

If you're searching for the perfect date night, hang with friends or quality time with your fam... then you've gotta check out Ovation Theater's newest sketch comedy show, 'My Dead Cat Rhonda'! Sound intr...

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This charming small town just 75 minutes from Atlanta is hosting a 3-day star-studded Christmas in July ‘Christmas in a Small Town’ Hallmark Convention — celebrity guests, themed activities, and plenty of yuletide joy

If you can't wait until cooler weather and Christmas fun... you're in luck, Atlanta! Georgia's adorable Hallmark holiday town (famous for multiple holiday-themed movies), Dahlonega, is hosting a special C...

A new 50,325 square foot Publix is coming to the intersection of Candler & Glenwood — the anchor of a 7-acre redevelopment project in Decatur

If you shop at Publix, then we've got some big news for you. There's a brand new Publix going in at the corner of Glenwood and Candler. But this development is more than meets the eye... Publix is just th...

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This Black woman owned herbal apothecary & tea café is bringing natural wellness to the ATL — and they’ve got a brand new, limited-time brick-and-mortar in Sweet Auburn

If you're looking for the perfect spot to put your mind ~at ease~ then look no further! At Ease ATL is a wonderfully natural herbal tea spot & apothecary right here in Atlanta. And through a new g...

Is it the end of seasonal clock changes? House passes a bill to make daylight saving time permanent

A bill called the Sunshine Protection Act just passed 308-117 in the House this Tuesday, after a years-long push to end the seasonal clock changes. Keep scrolling to learn all about what this means for yo...

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After closing its Edgewood location earlier this week, Joystick Gamebar is moving into its new home in East Atlanta Village

Big news, Atlanta! We finally know where the new Joystick Gamebar will be setting up its new home. Earlier this month, beloved Atlanta arcade and bar, Joystick Gamebar announced they'd be closing their...

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Underground Atlanta is hosting Atlanta’s first-ever age 30+ R&B Festival for one day only this August — free margaritas, food trucks, local vendors & more

Get ready for the 30 and up event of the summer, Atlanta! This August, if you're 30 years old or older and you wanna party it up, we've got just the event for you. Keep scrolling to learn all about 30&...

You can’t scam the scammer: Georgians named among the least likely to be scammed in the U.S.

A new study conducted by Duelbits reveals the ten U.S. states that are the least likely to be scammed in an online scam. And Georgia ranks among the least likely to fall for online scamming. Keep scrollin...