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Stars of Hope Shining from Ellijay to Joplin

Build an Ark, Featured Stories September 5, 2011 , by Cheryl Duncan

FYN Reports enjoyed sitting down with Gilmer County’s own EMT Kelly and talk to her about her recent involvement with the New York Says Thank You pay it forward project in Ellijay, GA. Kelly specifically become involved with the first aid and medical alert team and also heavily involved with Pat Samuels and his Stars of Hope project. Kelly told us, “it was a lot of community and a lot of work involved.” (more…)

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A Bridge to Somewhere

Build an Ark, Featured Stories September 5, 2011 , by Cheryl Duncan

Love can Build a Bridge – Build an Ark, Build a Barn and Build a Bridge

Fetchyournews.com has had the privilege of following the progression of the New York Says Thank You 2011 “Barn Raising” project in Ellijay, GA. Recently FYN reports, Brian K. Pritchard had an opportunity to talk with Jim Fox, “volunteer extraordinaire” about Jim’s experience with this wonderful project. Jim explains the impact his involvement has had on him and the community.
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How Raising a Barn Raised The American Spirit In Ellijay

Featured Stories August 5, 2011 , by Cheryl Duncan

ELLIJAY — It’s been a week since they arrived and just days since they’ve been gone. Yet, what they brought to the barn-raising at Build An Ark Animal Rescue will hopefully stay in our community for a very long time. Yes, they helped build a new barn, outdoor community amphitheater and an education pavilion at the animal shelter. But something else was built that can’t be seen, unless of course you are looking into someone’s heart.

For those who visited the site tucked off Georgia State Highway 382, or came to Gilmer High School to see The National 9/11 Flag on display, there was something more. Perhaps it’s just a simple reminder we are all each other’s keeper. Or maybe it’s just knowing that there’s nothing like true American spirit.
So many of the volunteers arrived as strangers and left as friends. All due to a disaster that not only helped bring a community together, but called on disaster survivors from across the country to “pay it forward” in Ellijay. At the end of the day, the education pavilion is done. The outdoor community amphitheater is complete and beautifully landscaped with even a waterfall flowing down a hillside. There’s still some work that remains on the barn, but the goal for last weekend was to build the barn’s foundation, shell and roof. Jordan Building Construction in Brooks, Georgia will now come in and finish the barn, donating time and labor.

All goals were accomplished and surpassed and plans were made long before the work ever began on how it would be finished and how the shelter’s mission would continue after the New York Says Thank You (NYSTY) crew left.
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New York Says Thank You – Pays it Forward in Gilmer County for Build an Ark Animal Rescue

Build an Ark July 21, 2011 , by Lisa Pritchard

New Yorkers honor America’s generosity after 9/11 by helping Georgia tornado survivors rebuild. Excitement builds in Gilmer County as the New York Says Thank You – Build an Ark project plan comes together.

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Another Stitch, Yet It Was So Much More

Opinion August 2, 2011 , by Daniel McKeon

The blasting sound of sirens rained down on me as the Gilmer County fire engine entered the front gates of the Build an Ark Animal Rescue. I was there, in front of it, as the red ladder truck came barreling towards me. I was furiously snapping pictures, scudding backwards, trying to get that one quintessential shot that would capture the moment. I was looking for the picture that said “Triumph!” or “Glory!”, the one that signified American strength; the one that told the world that our nation, regardless of how devastating the disaster it experiences, like Lazarus will rise again. But, the truck moved too fast and before I knew it was past me, down near the frame of the barn. Firemen were suddenly pouring out of the cab bearing The 9/11 National Flag, resting and folded in its ceremonial bag.

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Barn Moves Toward Completion

Build an Ark July 30, 2011 , by Daniel McKeon

On Thursday morning, Susan Littlejohn’s barn-to-be was nothing more than a skeleton of a building, a strong frame bearing the likeness of a sea-worthy ark. But, by late Friday afternoon, (more…)

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“New York Says Thank You” Movie Premiere

Build an Ark July 30, 2011 , by LT Melton

“New York Says Thank You” the movie is about the spirit of the American people and how rewarding it is one returns kindness shown in a time of need by “paying it forward.” Jeff Parness, a New Yorker, whose son Evan started a rolling train when he decided to send his toys to children that were victims of wildfires in California, leads a group of volunteers to different devastated areas of the country in order to help the healing process. (more…)

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Jeff Parness – New York Says Thank You -Rides into Town

Build an Ark July 27, 2011 , by Lisa Pritchard

Jeff Parness, Founder & Chairman of New York Says Thank You, rides into town Tuesday, July 26, to join the advance team working at Build an Ark Animal Rescue – Re-build a barn week-end. The eventful weekend is dedicated in honor of 1Lt. Noah Harris. (more…)

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National 9/11 Flag Arrives in Ellijay Thursday: Rebuilding America One Stitch At A Time:

Build an Ark, News July 26, 2011 , by Elberta McKnight

Five years ago Jimmy Sands went to work ~ just like any other day. As a member of the Fire Department City of New York, no day is actually typical. This particular day … changed every other one that followed.

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The Flag Still Flies For Freedom

Build an Ark July 24, 2011 , by Brian K. Pritchard

God bless the USA. This morning, July 24, 2011, the first truss was set at Build an Ark Animal Rescue but not before the USA flag was attached. (more…)

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Saturday Morning Action at Build an Ark

Build an Ark July 23, 2011 , by Lisa Pritchard

Saturday morning July 23, 2011 finds many volunteers working at Build an Ark Animal Rescue. Hot weather does nothing to stop the activity at Ground Zero in Ellijay, GA. (more…)

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Educational Building work Begins at Build an Ark

Build an Ark July 23, 2011 , by Lisa Pritchard

Saturday, July 23, 2011 is a flurry of activity in preparation for the New York Says Thank You – Re-Build an Ark Event! The project this year in Ellijay, GA is dedicated to the memory of 1Lt. Noah Harris. (more…)

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Meeting Held to Plan “New York Says Thank You” Rebuilding Project

Community June 13, 2011 , by BL

A preliminary meeting was held Friday to plan the rebuilding of the Build an Ark Animal Rescue Center. Ellijay will host this major volunteering event, scheduled for July 28-31st. A room full of local citizens and officials showed up for the meeting, which was led by Jeff Parness of the event’s sponsor, the New York Says Thank You Foundation.

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New Yorkers Honor America’s Generosity after 9/11 by Helping Georgia Tornado Survivors Rebuild

Community June 6, 2011 , by Lisa Pritchard

New Yorkers Honor America’s Generosity after 9/11 by Helping Georgia Tornado Survivors Rebuild
25 FDNY Firefighters will join disaster survivors from around the U.S.
to “Pay It Forward” in Ellijay, Georgia July 28-31, 2011

Barn-Raising to help Rebuild and Strengthen “Build An Ark” Animal Rescue (more…)