FROM THE EDITOR

All dressed up and with somewhere to go, I, along with 600 others, attended the annual Heart of Community Awards earlier this year. This formal event honored seven recipients who distinguished themselves by volunteering, caring for, and reaching out within the community to its citizens.

A particular delight was seeing The Forum (now dubbed the Forum River Center) at its finest. What a beautiful transformation—one day, a bull riding ring; the next, a gorgeous venue celebrating our local heroes.

The event’s overwhelming response and complete sellout are a testament to its enduring popularity. We are grateful for the original support and host, AdventHealth Redmond, whose focus on heart health and treatment aligns perfectly with the spirit of the event.

Next fall, when the notice for recipients for the Heart of the Community awards is let, nominate someone you feel has made a significant contribution. Everyone is welcome.

All the best,

Susan Moore Beyer Managing Editor Bridges Magazine susan@adigeorgia.com