Community 'frolic' at Clarkesville home refreshes the soul

  • Randy Chester shares a smile with daughter Paloma as little guy Rune samples the cookies and Azalea checks out a cupcake to celebrate their new space.
    Randy Chester shares a smile with daughter Paloma as little guy Rune samples the cookies and Azalea checks out a cupcake to celebrate their new space.
  • Mackenzie Chester is in shock seeing her new basement for the first time after it was renovated by more than 60 volunteers from the community. Also getting a look around are her sons Remy (red hair) and Kells, along with daughter Rosanna.
    Mackenzie Chester is in shock seeing her new basement for the first time after it was renovated by more than 60 volunteers from the community. Also getting a look around are her sons Remy (red hair) and Kells, along with daughter Rosanna.
  • Randy Chester and his family lead friends and volunteers in song after they helped renovate their family's basement into an entirely new living space.
    Randy Chester and his family lead friends and volunteers in song after they helped renovate their family's basement into an entirely new living space.
       The Chesters knew things would be different in their home after a three-week renovation, but they did not fully grasp the enormity until they were standing in it for the first time Sun...

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