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Local author reimagines childhood in Cuba in newly published book
Lilli Meier
Local couple Lilli and Lou Meier have recently published a new book, “Killing My Cuba.” The historical fiction novel is based off of Meier’s own childhood growing up in Cuba. -Photo courtesy of Lilli Meier
Local resident Lilli Meier was born in Havana, Cuba, and lived there until she was 11 and a half, from 1949 to 1961. And with the help of her husband, Lou, she has recently finished writing and published a book, “Killing My Cuba”, based on her own and her family’s experience during that time.
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Forsyth County grad inspires thousands as UGA Commencement speaker
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Alliance Academy and University of Georgia graduate Kate Hall gives the UGA commencement address at Sanford Stadium in Athens on May 9, 2025. Photo courtesy of Chamberlain Smith
A Forsyth County native took center stage at UGA’s Spring Commencement, delivering a heartfelt and electrifying speech that challenged tradition and embraced Bulldog pride.
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