New Year, New Adventures! Whether it’s discovering hidden gems, supporting local spots, or simply soaking in the journey, 2025 is the year to embrace the road less traveled. What are your New Year’s resolutions? Let’s make them memorable together on Traditions Highway 15!
Shop Local
This year, let’s make it a priority to shop local and support the heart of our community—our small businesses! Whether it’s finding unique treasures at boutiques, quality food at local grocery stores, or thoughtful gifts, every purchase makes a difference.
Check out amazing spots like Barnes Pharmacy & Christian Bookstore in Baxley for thoughtful gifts, Ripe Thing Market in Downtown Greensboro for fresh produce, The New Red Wagon Vintage Market in Lyons for unique finds, and The Shabulous Boutique in Soperton for the latest styles.
When we shop small, we invest in our neighbors, our community, and our future. Let’s support the heart of our community by shopping small and making a big impact this year!
Take the Scenic Route
Skip the hustle of the highways and take the scenic route along Traditions Highway 15. Slow down, connect with nature, and explore vibrant communities along the way. Don’t forget to capture memories with stunning murals in Sparta, Downtown Greensboro, Sandersville, and Baxley—perfect photo stops for an unforgettable trip!
Try New Foods
New Year, New Flavors!🍴 One delicious resolution for 2025 is to try new foods and explore amazing local eats along Traditions Highway. Start with White Tiger Deluxe in Watkinsville for BBQ, burgers, and even vegetarian dishes if that’s something you’re wanting to try this year!
For a classic Southern feast, check out Chester Dean’s Buffet and BBQ in Sandersville—perfect for picky eaters to sample new vegetables. And if you’re craving another hearty spot, Cornbread Cafe in Wrightsville is just as fantastic.
Let’s make this the year of adventurous taste buds and eating local!
Learn More Georgia History
Traditions Highway is a treasure trove of stories waiting to be discovered. Did you know Downtown Greensboro is home to the oldest standing masonry jail in Georgia?
Explore the past with Greensboro’s Solar Box Walking Tour, which highlights the fascinating history of the town, or take a step back in time with Oconee County‘s historical walking tours. Sparta’s Historic District has a walking tour where you can learn all about Hancock County’s history. Adventure through history and uncover the stories that shaped our community!
Enjoy the Outdoors
Make 2025 the year of fresh air and outdoor adventures! Explore the beauty along Traditions Highway with a visit to Hamburg State Park in Sandersville, take the kids to the ESP Playground in Watkinsville, unwind at Harris Shoals Park, or enjoy family fun at Partin Park in Lyons. Spend time on Georgia’s largest river, the Altamaha River, in Appling County or drive down to Charlton to see the outdoor wildlife that is home to the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge.
