Dave Kirkley may not be a native of Flowery Branch, but in the 17 years that he and his family have called the city home, it’s grown increasingly nearer and dearer to his heart. A jack of several trades and “master of two or three,” the Maryland transplant has spent the last few years fleshing out a model train set that pays homage to Flowery Branch’s historic charm.
Flowery Branch resident’s 'ancient hobby' pays homage to city’s historic charm
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