ReStore worker's life saved by volunteering

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ReStore worker's life saved by volunteering

John Harris contracted cancer, but his work at Habitat store kept him going

John Harris browses through a selection of baskets donated to the Habitat For Humanity of Hall County Restore Wednesday, Jan. 24, 2018. Harris has had a pretty crazy career that led to him living in 11 different countries. Along the way he also won his battle with cancer, and said volunteering at ReStore is what helped him do it. - photo by Scott Rogers

01282018 RESTORE 1.jpg — John Harris browses through a selection of baskets donated to the Habitat For Humanity of Hall County Restore Wednesday, Jan. 24, 2018. Harris has had a pretty crazy career that led to him living in 11 different countries. Along the way he also won his battle with cancer, and said volunteering at ReStore is what helped him do it. - photo by Scott Rogers

The Times

Published: Jan 27, 2018, 8:00 PM

At first glance, the Hall County Habitat for Humanity ReStore is simply a place where unwanted items are dropped off to be sold at a discounted price, with the funds used to support Habitat’s efforts. But to John Harris, the ReStore is a lifesaver — quite literally.

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Gainesville's Past Our Prime to compete in Sweetwater 420 Fest Battle of the Bands finals in Atlanta

Gainesville's own rock band, Past Our Prime, is gearing up for a big night in Atlanta this Saturday, April 5, as they compete in the Sweetwater 420 Fest Battle of the Bands finals at Pullman Yards. Photo provided by Past Our Prime.

Past Our Prime 1.jpg — Gainesville's own rock band, Past Our Prime, is gearing up for a big night in Atlanta this Saturday, April 5, as they compete in the Sweetwater 420 Fest Battle of the Bands finals at Pullman Yards. Photo provided by Past Our Prime.

Greg Finan Jr.

The Times

Published: Apr 2, 2025, 7:41 PM

Gainesville's own rock band, Past Our Prime, is gearing up for a big night in Atlanta this Saturday, April 5, as they compete in the Sweetwater 420 Fest Battle of the Bands finals at Pullman Yards.

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