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Rainbow Family group gathering thousands in Lumpkin County forest
Authorities adjusting to accommodate peaceful assembly
U.S. Forest Service map
A U.S. Forest Service map issued June 17 shows temporary closures and restrictions at the Chattahoochee National Forest related to the upcoming gathering of the Rainbow Family of Living Light.
Megan Reed
Updated: Jun 19, 2018, 2:25 PM
Published: Jun 18, 2018, 11:12 PM
Record crowds are expected at the Chattahoochee National Forest in Lumpkin County in coming weeks as a counterculture group holds its national gathering.
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More housing could come to East Main Street in Flowery Branch. Here’s where
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Plans call for 64 townhomes off East Main Street in Flowery Branch. Amenities would include a dog park and swimming pool and cabana. - photo by Jeff Gill
Jeff Gill
The Times
Published: Apr 1, 2025, 4:23 PM
A plan for 64 townhomes off East Main Street in Flowery Branch is set to go before the Flowery Branch City Council on Thursday, April 3.
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