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Gate Cottage Reopens
At a recent Ribbon Cutting ceremony sponsored by Toccoa Falls College and the Stephens County Chamber of Commerce, Dr. Wayne Gardner relived what it felt like to receive the early morning call saying that Gate Cottage was on fire and more than likely would be a total loss, “I felt like I had lost... »
Eagles Finish Season in Great Style!
by Jason Mehl Director of TFC Sports Information In 2010, Toccoa Falls College fielded the second best NCCAA Div. II baseball team in America. Atlanta Christian College fielded the best. The two teams faced each other twice last week in the National Tournament in Cincinnati, first in the second round and again in the championship... »
A “Rock” Star for A Day!
John Pruitt and the WSB TV (channel 2 in Atlanta) team drove up to the mountains and filmed at the falls last Friday. In June, Toccoa Falls will be featured along with other Georgia destinations on a WSB special called “Hidden Treasures in Georgia.” So for a day, guess who was... »
Happy Birthday Dr. Paul Alford!
Dr. Paul Alford, former president of Toccoa Falls College, addresses a group of well-wishers during a surprise luncheon held in his honor on Wednesday, March 10. He was celebrating his 80th birthday. Ray Kincaid, chairman of the board of trustees at Toccoa Falls College, expressed his gratitude to Dr. Alford for his many years of... »
Latest Photos of New Construction
A year ago, Gate Cottage was no more than a burned out shell. The sight left some alumni and college friends wondering if it would ever rise from the ashes. It has and if Dr. Richard Forrest were here, he would not be surprised. He would just remind each one of us that God... »
More Photos of Gate Cottage
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... »
The Difference A Year Makes: Gate Cottage Rebuilt
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... »
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