Archive for January, 2010

By the end of this week, new rock was going on the chimney at Gate Cottage, and almost immediately the cottage took on a familiar appearance. While much of the original rock was lost in last year’s fire, there was enough rescued to be use in key areas. The massive fireplace located inside the... »

The World Outreach Conference at Toccoa Falls College is scheduled for February 1-3. This year’s speaker is an Iraqi minister, who pastors a large church in the heart of Bagdad. His identity must remain guarded due to continuing death threats that come as a result of his Christian faith. The pastor attended the Alliance... »

The original stone that once was on the outside of Gate Cottage is now on the fireplace inside Gate Cottage. The yellow-hued rock came from a stone quarry in the Toccoa area. It is so thick and heavy that only about two feet a day can be applied. You Will Love This Fireplace! »

By Jason Mehl Sports Information Director The Toccoa Falls College men’s basketball team is enjoying 2010. Since returning from the break, the Eagles have won three straight games to boost their record to 9-5 (3-1 in the region).  With the new year have come a few fresh players who have already made valuable contributions to the... »

We thought it would be fun to share more photos of the Gate Cottage construction. This one was taken early on Friday January 15. The chimney on the cottage had not been touched, but by 5:30 the lining was in place inside. Workmen were laying the concrete blocks for the outside. Soon, the rock... »

A year ago this week, Gate Cottage burned to the ground. Most people in the community know exactly what you are talking about the moment you mention the cottage’s name. In fact, some simply call it “Gate.” This is because there has been a cottage near the base of Toccoa Falls since the early... »

College officials delayed classes this morning due to the icy conditions on the roads in Stephens Country. The area barely received a trace of snow. Still, Toccoa Falls continued to live up to its Cherokee name: Beautiful. Ice covered its base and a rainbow was visible to early morning visitors. Ice and Rainbow Create A... »

Due to wintery conditions, Toccoa Falls College will delay Friday classes until 10:00 a.m. Offices on campus will also open at 10 a.m. Please check this Web site for further updates or changes. »

Thought everyone would enjoying seeing the current state of the falls and how the ice has covered the rocks at its base. The forecast for tomorrow calls for light snow. If it happens, we’ll try to post an updated photo. Ice Covered! »

On December 12, Toccoa Falls College held commencement exercises for fifty-one students. This was the largest graduating class of winter graduates in the colleges’ history. During the ceremony two Toccoa businessmen were honored for their outstanding work in the community and commitment to Christian higher education. David Austin, who is the former mayor of... »