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Alabama town faces 1910 comet in 'Beneath a Fallen Sky' | DON NOBLE
Once in a while you begin reading a novel and it strikes you: This writer has created a really good situation — the right setting, characters and historical moment. This will work! So it was with Scott Gould’s seventh novel, “Beneath a Fallen Sky.” Set mostly in Fort Payne, Alabama, and on Sand Mountain, there are references to Fyffe, Clyde, Ider, Ten Broek, Geraldine and Buck’s Pocket. Not much literature has been set in these spots. The novel opens on Tuesday, May 17, 1910, three days before Halley’s Comet will, one hopes, pass close by but not hit, the Earth. These North Alabamians are plenty worried. Will the comet strike them or will they be killed by what they believe to be poison gases in the comet’s tail? Different folk prepare for this event, long prophesied by their preachers, in different ways. Some go down to the creek and get baptized by Aunt Zona. More: Why Anne George defined Alabama mystery novels | DON NOBLE For her, it’s business. She’s not a real preacher, but so what. Zona McCracken has enhanced her religious credentials by prodigious quoting of scripture, which she makes up to suit the occasion. This day she
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AdventHealth to Host “Night of Hope – Testimony” Free Concert for the Community
Following a powerful storm that prompted the cancellation of Night of Hope in September, AdventHealth is excited to announce, “Night of Hope – Testimony”, a renewed sense of purpose and a reminder that our hope is never dependent on circumstances. Join us at The Forum River Center...
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Rome International Film Festival brings independent cinema, Southern storytelling to downtown
Independent films, Hollywood storytellers and the music of Dolly Parton will take center stage in downtown Rome this November as a Northwest Georgia film festival celebrates its 23rd year. The Rome International Film Festival will return Nov. 5-8, bringing filmmakers, actors, students and moviegoers to historic theaters and pop-up venues...
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Director of ‘The Chosen’ speaks at Berry College
The critically acclaimed creator of “The Chosen” TV series visited Berry College on Oct. 15 to chat with students and discuss his rise from crowdfunding to global fame. Dallas Jenkins spoke about his experience in Hollywood and overcoming failure to roughly 700 students, faculty, staff, and guests at Berry’s Cage Athletic Center.
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Tis the Spooky Season: UNG’s Annual Fright Jam Returns Tomorrow
In 2018, the University of North Georgia started with a “Haunted House and Halloween Dance,” which led into today’s annual Fright Jam. This year, UNG has a series of events to encourage student socialization and core college memories. The event will be taking place on Wednesday, Oct. 21 on the Dahlonega Campus at the Promenade and is free to all UNG students.
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Halloween is in full swing at AllStar Halloween
Halloween is in full swing at All Star Halloween in Calhoun, where costumes, masks, spooky decorations and horror movie collectibles are available year-round. Good Day Atlanta takes viewers inside the Halloween superstore for a frighteningly funny visit featuring a Ghostface costume celebrating the 30th anniversary of "Scream," surprise appearances by Beavis and Butt-Head and plenty of laughs. From classic horror masks to elaborate costumes and unusual collectibles, All Star Halloween offers something for fans of all ages.
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Gold Rush festival brings fall fun, cherished traditions to Dahlonega
Gold Rush festival brings fall fun, cherished traditions to Dahlonega DAHLONEGA, Ga. — A parade through historic downtown. Music drifting across the Public Square. Crowds browsing handmade crafts, sampling festival food and cheering on contestants trying their hand at everything from pie eating to hog calling. Gold Rush Days brings it all together Oct. 17–18 for one o…
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Georgia’s Historic Swan Drive-In Hosts Ghostbusters Double Feature This Weekend
Fans in Georgia can spend an evening bustin’ under the stars, as the historic Swan Drive-In Theatre in Blue Ridge is screening Ghostbusters and Ghostbusters II as a double feature this weekend!. The screenings kicked off Thursday, October 15, continuing Friday, with two more nights scheduled for Saturday, October...
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Piano Tuning and Repair Around Canton, Woodstock and Cumming
A piano can become part of the furniture between lessons, family gatherings or the occasional return to an old piece of music. When someone finally sits down to play, sour notes may not be the only problem. A sticking key, uneven response or troublesome pedal can require work beyond tuning.
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20th Anniversary Wing & Rock Fest Returns to Canton for Landmark Celebration
The Wing & Rock Fest, recognized as the 2nd largest wing festival in the country, has officially opened sponsorship and experiential marketing opportunities for its 2027 event. Taking place March 20th and 21st at the 80-acre Etowah River Park, the festival provides a high-impact platform for agencies and brands seeking direct regional engagement.
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She didn't grow up with golf. But now the game is her future
The USGA's Pathways Launch internship program is designed to widen the pipeline of golf's next-generation workforce - and it's working. The post She didn’t grow up with golf. But now the game is her future appeared first on Golf .
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A Look Back at Chattanooga: A Documentary Worth Watching
A Look Back at Chattanooga: A Documentary Worth Watching. My family moved to Ringgold, Georgia, in 1974. My dad needed work, and he found it in Chattanooga. We didn’t come into the city often, but we lived close enough that I learned a lot about its story. That’s why...