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Meredith O'Neal Bates of Gainesville has recently been recognized as a member of Sigma Alpha Lambda, National Leadership and Honors Organization at the University of Georgia.

Emily Scales of Baldwin has recently graduated from Maryville College in Maryville, Tenn. Scales is a 2004 graduate of Banks County High School and is the daughter of Frances Scales of Baldwin.

Jonathan B. Shubert, 11, of Flowery Branch attended the Junior Congressional Youth Leadership Council during the summer in Washington, D.C.

From surprise email to Disney magic: Gainesville family’s life-changing journey with Bert’s Big Adventure
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Triplets Max, Maggie and Miller Burle enjoy a Disney World vacation after their family was nominated and won a trip from Bert's Big Adventures. Photo provided by Abigail Burle.
When Abigail Burle’s family received an unexpected email in October 2024, they had no idea their lives were about to be transformed.
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