112 | What We Learn
from Our Roots
George Saba’s interesting life story
leaves a lasting imprint on his
daughter Shelly Smith.
143 | Last Words
A good dose of etiquette
will take you far in life.
focus on health
10 | Comprehensive ENT
Care Close to Home
Dr. Wayne Williams brings Toombs County
the newest technology and procedures for
ear, nose and throat disorders.
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12 | Remember When
Remembering the past is an important gift
to the community and future generations.
22 | Keep Moving Forward
Managing Type 1 Diabetes can be
challenging, but Hudson Sumner is
determined to overcome its obstacles.
32 | Building a Business on
Healthy, Tasty Asian Cuisine
Most know them for the authentic Asian
cuisine they serve up at Koiya, but the
Chan’s story also involves starting over,
hard work and dedication to family.
44 | Hold Dear the Moments
Through good times and bad, Jack Parson
has embraced each of life’s moments as a
growing experience.
58 | A New Chapter for Tranquilla
After being closed for years, Jack and
Margaret Ladson’s dream house and
its antiquities are enjoyed by their
granddaughter’s family.
72 | A Recipe for Flavor
His grandma’s cooking skills and a bit
of culinary creativity helped Lorenzo
Riggins create a French-style bistro
you don’t want to miss.
80 | Down South Sheep
Sunshine and Drew Conner discover a
South Georgia.
92 | Dancing for the Win
A traditional dancer all her life, Logan
Manning turns her focus toward the thrill of
competitive dance with the UGA Red Hotz.
102 | Swim Ready
With drowning incidences rising among
children, Maggie Barr is determined to
empower parents and their kids through
swim education.
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124 | Downtown Vidalia
Association
128 | The Local Marketplace
130 | Chamber of Commerce
132 | Lyons Main Street
133 | Hometown Happenings
138 | Scenes of Toombs
142 | Advertiser’s Index
About the Cover
Logan Manning spent her life studying traditional ballet, tap, jazz and contemporary
dance techniques. When she was a junior in high school, her dance studio began to offer
competitive dance classes. Competitive dance brings a different level of pressure and raw
nerves to the stage. But Logan found that she loved it. As a college student she connected
with the University of Georgia Red Hotz with whom she now competes. She is pictured with
the family’s pet Yorkie, Bear.
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