The dog days of August seem like a good time to stay inside and spiff up the Winterville Writer blog. I've added a new background, colors, and layout and there are new tabs near the top of the page that lead to brand new pages (that also need more work). Let me know what you think about these changes via the comment link and also tell me if you have suggestions for other changes and additions to the Winterville Writer blog.

Clicking on the Winterville tab will take you to the new page about Winterville, Georgia, the small town where I've lived for many years. One of the most exciting projects going on in our town right now is the renovation of the old high school and auditorium. We're still in the planning stages, but improvements and cleaning already have been done to both buildings. I've just added a new link on the Winterville page that will take you to the Winterville High School website where you can learn more about these community projects. Be sure to check out the great vintage photo of the first Winterville school.

In the coming weeks and months, I plan to write more about Winterville's history and about living in this small Southern town. Winterville is only about six miles from Athens, home of the University of Georgia, but those who live here will tell you that our town is a unique place to live.  I'll also be writing about books I'm reading, including new ones by my author friends. Be sure to subscribe and follow Winterville Writer so you won't miss this train.