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Gainesville man passes on love of flying to his sons, and now his grandson

While some men bond over Monday night football and muscle cars, the Manzo family has forged a unique kinship centered around flight plans and takeoffs.

September 02, 2012 | Brandee A. Thomas | Life top stories


The Good Book reborn

These days, when the pastor instructs the congregation to turn to a certain Scripture, more and more folks are reaching for their smartphones instead of turning to the actual Bible.

September 01, 2012 | Brandee A. Thomas | Life top stories


Brenau’s new greenhouse harbors a future for horticulturists, endangered plants

A group of Brenau University students and staff have plant growing down to a science - literally.

August 31, 2012 | Brandee A. Thomas | Life top stories


Multiorgan transplant recipient dies

After a storybook homecoming at Christmastime, Don Little's friends and family are left with a final chapter that has a sad ending.

August 30, 2012 | Brandee A. Thomas | Local


Ready to get the Labor Day blues?

When was the last time you got your fix of down-home blues? Well, if it's been longer than you'd like, the Gainesville-Hall County Black History Society will be serving up a hyper-local taste on Labor Day with its Blues Festival. From 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Monday, the Fair Street Neighborhood Center at 715 Fair St. in Gainesville, will be rocking with the tunes of the homegrown band, Been There Done That. "Last year was our ...

August 30, 2012 | Brandee A. Thomas | Get Out top stories


End the summer with easy and tasty desserts

Although the first day of fall isn't until Sept. 22, most folks consider the upcoming Labor Day holiday as the unofficial end of summer.

August 29, 2012 | Brandee A. Thomas | Life top stories


Trio of local artists featured in Gold Dome gallery

For the next six months, all eyes in the state Capitol will be on Northeast Georgia. Twenty-eight artists, including Gainesville resident Ruth Money, were selected for inclusion in the inaugural exhibition of "The Art of Georgia: Celebrating Georgia's Landscapes and People." "I feel honored to be included," said Money, who's "Autumn in North Georgia" oil painting was selected. "I think it's a pretty big deal." The rotating exhibit, which will hang in the executive offices ...

August 27, 2012 | Brandee A. Thomas | Life top stories


‘The life of a working artist’ coming to Brenau

Lenn Redman enjoyed a certain level of celebrity, but within the confines of his home, he was just "dad."

August 26, 2012 | Brandee A. Thomas | Life top stories


Smithgall spreads gold fever with workshop

There's gold - and precious stones - in them thar hills, and you can learn all about it at Smithgall Woods State Park.

August 23, 2012 | Brandee A. Thomas | Get Out top stories


Interactive Neighborhood for Kids turns 10

For the last decade, kids have flocked to a Gainesville museum to create, imagine and play until their hearts were content.

August 23, 2012 | Brandee A. Thomas | Get Out top stories


A bash for bulbs: It's GarlicFest time

If you eat enough garlic, you'll not only keep your doctor away, chances are pretty good that you'll keep a lot of other folks at bay, too.

August 22, 2012 | Brandee A. Thomas | Life top stories


Local nonprofit will get spotlight on national TV for its work sending care packages to troops

From their Hall County roots, Amy Paden and Eddie Ray are branching out to change lives worldwide through Hearts of America Inc.

August 20, 2012 | Brandee A. Thomas | Life top stories


Oakwood couple races into the bonds of holy matrimony

Some people spend their whole lives chasing after love, but not Mark and Nancy Kelley. Instead, they were running for their health and healing, when they happened to be lapped by Cupid. "We were showing up at all of the same races, but we never really talked," said Mark, who lives in Oakwood with his wife. "We talked one time for about two minutes maybe," Nancy interjected. "He was warming up before a race and ...

August 19, 2012 | Brandee A. Thomas | Life top stories


Family Day focuses on Native history

Most folks in these parts are familiar with Chief Whitepath's cabin exhibit at the Northeast Georgia History Center, but this week, visitors will be able to submerse themselves even more in Native American culture.

August 16, 2012 | Brandee A. Thomas | Get Out top stories


Smithgall Woods workshops teach wetland protection

Captain Planet may have been a cartoon character, but this weekend, Smithgall Woods State Park visitors will have the opportunity to walk in his environmental protection footsteps.

August 16, 2012 | Brandee A. Thomas | Get Out top stories


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