“I met my wife on a blind date, and because I was unfamiliar with the area, we decided to meet at The Varsity. We have joked for years that we met at the Varsity. I couldn’t believe that evening actually happened to me. I am the most blessed person that I know. We have been together since then.
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MARVIN WESTBROOK
“When have I felt the happiest in my life? Right now. I am an incredibly happy husband. I am a very proud father of two and grandfather of five. I sold my pool construction company a few years ago and now I have a lot of time to spend with my family, which is and...
DR. JILL ABERNATHY
Meet Professor, Dr. Jill Abernathy. Jill has lived in the community for 13 years and says “I learned in a short time that it’s one of the most embracing communities in which I have ever lived. The people really do care about you.” She says she is incredibly impressed with the higher education systems surrounding...
HEMLATA GUPTA
“I always talked about being an astronaut when I was a child. I wanted to be the first woman to walk on the moon. I would make space shuttles out of card board boxes and spend hours ‘flying through outer-space’. Then my best friend got sick. It had such a profound effect on me. I...
LONZO SMITH
Meet Lonzo Smith with the Georgia Military College. We decided to do something a little bit different in our interview format; we incorporated video. This allows you to really get a sense of who we are talking to first hand. Meeting with Lonzo was invigorating; I think, you will see and feel his passion for...
JOHNATHAN ANDERSON
Meet Johnathan Anderson of Broadstreet Barkery. Q: What inspired you or led you to your current career? A: My wife Q: What is your favorite restaurant in Augusta and what do you love there? A: Augustino’s, it’s just always that Goto for me when I want some good food. Q: How long have you lived...
LISA PORTER
Lisa Porter may not live in our community, but we can all find comfort because she works here to protect our community and our way of life. Lisa commutes to work here five days a week and volunteers here with the Humane Society several times per month. Lisa is a Georgia State graduate and has...
LILY MAE WEBSTER
Question: How many years have you been in this community? Answer: “My whole life.” (97 years old) Q: Favorite place to eat out locally? A: Longstreet Cafe Q: Who’s the most interesting person you’ve met while living here? A: Skipp Reed Q: What place here makes you feel the most nostalgic about...
CHRISTOPHER MCDONALD
Meet Christopher McDonald! Christopher is a longtime resident of our community and co-owner of his own coffee shop. He has lived here since 1987 and said he became highly interested in coffee because “it runs in the family.” “I have an uncle that owns a coffee shop in Charleston, my grandfather and my great...
CHRIS ETTERLEE
MEET CHRIS ETTERLEE with Fuller Frost and Associates. When you walk into his office you cannot help but realize he’s a huge sports fan; the sports memorabilia hanging on the walls are eye-catching and conversation starters. Another recognizable item is his seasoned desk; a desk that you do not often see. What makes it so...
RAMSEY JACOBS
Ramsey is a 3rd year medical student. “I am the first person in my family to go to college. It seems like I have been in school for my entire life, but I can finally see the end in sight. I moved here from Tennessee, and while I love my small hometown, I hope to...
ANDRE LACEY II
QUESTIONS: Q. What inspired you or led you to your current career? A. My grandfather, Jim Dent and American Professional Golfer inspired me. He turned pro in 1966. During his regular (under 50) career, he was Florida PGA Champion three times. He is mainly notable for his success on the Senior PGA Tour (now Champions...
DAVE ROLAND
Toast Chef Dave Roland says he tries to “chase passion.” Which has worked out quite nicely for his restaurant, Toast, downtown. Roland said the minute he walked into the building that is now his restaurant, he was in love. “I knew it was the one. I just felt so comfortable and at peace and at...