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Past meets present

Past meets present
Forsyth County native Kelli Giddish has felt the warmth of the spotlight, but she's soon to experience the glow of fame on a whole new level.
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Event has much to chatter about
Event has much to chatter about
When all else fails, amateur radio works. That’s the motto for thousands of radio enthusiasts the world over and a pocket of diehard volunteers right here in Forsyth County. Dozens gathered last weekend at the Cumming Fairgrounds RV park for an event that brought “hams” from several organizations out to hone their craft and chaperone the curious around the airwaves. Amateur Radio Week is huge for local groups like Forsyth County Amateur Radio Emergency Service ...
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Shell games: Race for the not-so-fleet of foot
Contenders at Saturday's annual turtle race be warned. Consecutive, two-time champ "Stewart" plans to push for another victory in the parking lot of the Foster House restaurant. Stewart's owner and trainer, Kade Martin, said he's had the turtle since 2006. "He does pretty good at the race," said Martin, who enjoys attending the annual gathering. Foster House owner Amanda Davis said she started staging the event at the Cumming eatery seven years ago "to honor ...

Shimmer and shake
Shimmer and shake
Those attending the Independence Day party Friday night at the Cumming Fairgrounds may want to pack a pair of dancin’ shoes.
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Hero of honky tonk
Hero of honky tonk
A country music legend will soon be reborn at the Cumming Playhouse. Actor and musician Jason Petty will present his show, “Hank and My Honky Tonk Heroes,” at 8 p.m. July 4. In the show, Petty stars as the late Hank Williams Sr., recreating his music and telling tales that bring to life the music icon. Linda Heard, director of the Cumming Playhouse, said the show is a good fit for the venue. “The senior ...
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Local volunteer opportunities
    Hands On Forsyth provides a centralized location for anyone looking for a way to volunteer locally.  Their website has a listing of volunteer opportunities.  Hands On Forsyth is a volunteer initiative of the Forsyth County Community Connection.  The United Way of Forsyth County provides employers and individuals a safe, simple way to donate to ...




Church Events
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Community Events
Listings in Cumming Events are free and available to nonprofit organizations sponsoring free or low-cost events for the public. Groups may submit notices by fax at (770) 889-6017 or via e-mail at events@forsythnews.com.







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