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Little Guide promotes local businesses and introduces people to the best places to dine, shop, have fun and find local culture.

Father Gooses International Toys
Father Gooses International Toys

Having started up in the late ‘80s, Father Goose has served at least three generations of Macon families. Susan Westmoreland Dann took over a few years ago, and continues to uphold the legacy so well established for generations to come. [...]

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Lizard Thicket
Lizard Thicket

Back in 2012, shop owner Lindsey Spurlock was working for the State of Georgia, when she serendipitously met and befriended Jessica, Director of Operations for Lizard Thicket’s corporate office. Jessica introduced Lindsey to all things Lizard Thicket, and a love affair began. [...]

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Souls By LT
Souls By LT

Souls by LT Macon is a new local, women’s shoe brand located at The Shoppes at Rivers Crossing. Souls by LT Macon is one of three franchised store locations that were established in 2021 by their parent company, Lizard Thicket Boutique. Owner, Lindsey Spurlock, has been a franchise owner since 2016 and she decided to expand her business here in Macon last year. [...]

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Southern Charm General Store
Southern Charm General Store

What if you could get your sister’s birthday present and the perfect outfit for any occasion in the same place? Haleigh Watson constantly wondered questions like this in college and even made it her senior project to plan a store that had it all. [...]

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Travis Jean Emporium
Travis Jean Emporium

Travis Jean Emporium began working with local artisans, and artists in late 2015 and quickly found its niche—offering expertly curated Georgia-made products and local art from Middle Georgia’s most talented artists. In 2020, The Bohemian Den was added giving Middle Georgia a taste of eclectic wares from around the globe. [...]

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