Shipley Do-Nuts Coming to Georgia

Shipley Do-Nuts is an iconic Texas do-nut brand that is expanding into Georgia in 2022.  The company has been making gourmet, made-fresh-daily do-nut for over 85 years.  The brand recently signed a deal to open 30 additional locations.  The first in Georgia will be in Duluth, later this year.

Shipley Do-Nuts was founded in Houston, Texas back in 1936.  They have more than 60 varieties of their fresh-made do-nuts.  In addition to their plain glazed do-nuts and other varieties, they also have coffee, kolaches, cinnamon rolls, bear claws and more.

The company is rapidly expanding their brand across the Southeast, including recent addition in South Carolina.  The CEO of Shipley, Clifton Rutledge, calls these recent additions "an important milestone for our growth strategy." Rutledge adds, "We welcome our new Georgia franchisees to the Shipley family and are counting the days until our first Georgia shop opens.

There are two franchise groups involved in the expansion of Shipley Do-Nuts.  The two signed an agreement back in mid-March to open up to 25 locations. One of the franchisees is from the Atlanta-area, but discovered Shipley Do-Nuts when he moved to Dallas. He recognized the brand love that Shipley's has in Texas and immediately knew he wanted to help grow that brand in other locations.

The other franchisee was introduced to the brand through his brother who had moved to Texas and couldn't stop raving about the do-nuts. As an investor, he was looking to expand his portfolio and saw the Shipley expansion as a great opportunity.

Shipley Do-Nuts' growth is happening at a fast-pace, with agreements in place for more than 350 new locations over the next 5 years.

The company is looking for additional franchisees in new markets, as well as exsisting.  For more information, visit their website.

We're hoping they add a location in the Augusta area!  Just recently, we also learned that the Canadian brand Tim Horton's is adding locations in Georgia.  Would you rather have a Shipley Do-Nuts or Tim Hortons in Georgia?

Summer is almost here, and if you're itching for a road trip, these are some great stops! Georgia has so many great state parks that you have to add to your "Must-See" list. With the kids out of school, you can head out to explore our great state- either for a great day trip, or a quick weekend getaway.  Many of the Georgia state parks have areas to camp - in the traditional sense, or with cabins, cottage and more.  We personally want to check out the yurts at Tugaloo State Park (See Below!)

With such a diverse terrain throughout the state, you are sure to find a park that has everything you're looking for and more! Whether it's camping, hiking, boating, or just exploring, there won't be a shortage of fun at any of these great state parks!

Take your exploration to new heights with mountainous terrain, or calm your spirit with the glimmering waters of the many lakes.  These parks are great for family adventures, romantic moments, or even group outings. There are also many areas to learn about the rich history of the state, with interesting museums, reenactments, and more too.

Looking to explore more of Georgia?  Check out the 3 towns that made the Most Charming Small Towns in the South list!

You don't have to go far at all for this one!  Elijah Clark State Park is on Clarks Hill Lake.  They've got awesome cabins and beautiful views for a perfect "staycation." The address is in Lincolnton, with the park being right on the Georgia/South Carolina border. They've got campsites, boat ramps, sand beach, a playground and more. Get more details here.

Looking for an awesome waterfall experience with trails to explore?  Check out High Falls State Park in Jackson, Georgia. They've got boating, hiking, mini golf, picnic areas, and more.  Plus other great attractions close by! See more here.

This is a perfect place to check out for the history lover.  The beautiful plantation reflects the history and culture of Georgia's rice coast. You can enjoy the nature trail, a museum, picnicking and guided house tours.

The plantation is located in Brunswick. See the website for more details and park hours.

It's the oldest English fort remaining on Georgia's coast. Some of the 18th century relics have been reconstructed for public tours- like the blockhouse, officers' quarters, barracks, a guardhouse and more.  There's also a museum to learn more about the history. You can enjoy a nature trail and picnicking here too. Learn more about the area and attractions here.

With beautiful views of Lake Hartwell, you'll fall in love with this state park.  They have cottages and campsites with amazing views.  Some cottages have private boat docks.  During the summer you can enjoy all kinds of fun on the water, from swimming, water skiing, sailing and boating. Check out more about the area here.

The one thing we want to check out most are the amazing yurts!

This canyon is an amazing place to visit.  You can hike the rim trails to many great views. And if you're brave enough, you can cross the suspension bridge that sways 80 feet over a rocky bottom.  There are areas to camp, along with playgrounds, areas to bike and picnic and more. Explore more about Tallulah Gorge here.

For the romantic getaways?  Check these out:

Not just in the summer... you'll always want to be aware of your surroundings out in nature.  You never know when you'll stumble upon something that isn't a stick!

If you're visiting coastal Georgia or South Carolina, make sure to check these places out!