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Fall 2005 EDITOR'S NOTE With trips to the National Football League's playoffs during two of the last three seasons and the success of stars like quarterback Michael Vick, Atlanta Falcons fever has never been hotter. Hall County has a bird's eye view of the Falcon's success. Since moving their headquarters to Flowery Branch in 2000, the Falcons have made a significant social and economic impact on the community. Charles Shepard takes a detailed look at that impact in our cover story beginning on page 8. One of the most positive aspects of Hall County's recent growth is the increase in top-notch medical facilities. Many of the area's health service providers are expanded facilities and services. Who needs to drive to Atlanta when some of the area's best medical facilities are within the county line (page 34)? Gainesville High graduate Damon Evans is settling into his new role as University of Georgia director of athletics. But, he owes it all to a lesson he learned nearly 20 years ago at Gainesville High School. Chris Starrs tells the story of Damon Evans' high school days and its impact on his life (page 14). You've probably never seen red hats like these at Sanford Stadium. The Red Hat Society, a social club developed for women over 50 years old, is taking the area by storm. While at local restaurants such as Rudolph's, you may have spotted one such group, the Gainesville Girls. Laureen Lessard takes a look at the Gainesville Girls on page 37. Also in this issue, you'll enjoy lakeside living at its best. Take a glimpse inside the exquisite lakeside home of Mary Hart and Philip Wilheit. The home fully integrates the outdoors with plenty of room for relating or entertaining (page 18). In addition, Pamela Keene describes the beauty of adding aquatic elements to your yard. You'll find that it's much simpler and more affordable than you ever thought (page 24). You'll also get an in-depth look at the life and art of Michael Crocker, one of Gainesville's most prestigious potters. Like the legendary folk potters before him, Crocker turns hand-dug Georgia clay into priceless works of art (page 30). Take in the sites of the North Georgia mountains on a weekend retreat this autumn. But add some flair to your retreat by making a weekend of some of Georgia's most well-known fall festivals (page 39). In some of our departments, we'll take a look at the Northeast Georgia History Center's Second Annual Ghost Tour (page 6), local author Jim Vitti's book The Cubs on Catalina (page 42) and the impact of Hall County School System's athletic drug testing policy (page 4). In addition, we are launching our Out & About department, featuring snapshots of society and philanthropic events around town (page 44). Please contact us, if you would like to submit photos for Out & About. Finally, trial court administrator Darthy J.P. Williams provides a glimpse inside her life in Last Word (page 48). Don't forget to keep in touch with feedback about how we're doing at Gainesville Life!
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