Even if you haven’t met my guest today, I know you have seen his well-known publication, Stroll Inside the Gates, magazine! For ten years, this beautiful publication has uncovered the stories of connection, the local hero’s that walk among us, the incredible organizations that do so much great work and the many businesses that provide us with the lifestyle that we enjoy here at the lake.
In today’s interesting episode, we welcome Tom Hanscom, the visionary publisher of Stroll Magazine, the heartbeat of Reynolds Lake Oconee, Georgia. We will delve into the essence of what makes a community more than just a collection of homes. We discuss the publication's mission to bring neighbors closer, with tales and expert insights that paint a vivid picture of life in Lake Oconee. The magazine captures the threads that weave the fabric of this unique community.
You’ll hear about Tom’s early life, family and career, and what, not only lured him to the lake, but propelled him to start the magazine in the beginning. And, we’ll talk about the idea for Reynolds Radio, a unique streaming music station that combines the music we love with community information and more! If you have not tuned in, you’ll know how to after this, from nearly anywhere in the world!
This is the story behind the stories that are highlighted each month in Stroll Behind the Gates!
Guest - Tom Hanscom
Stroll Magazine: https://www.strollmag.com/locations/reynolds-lake-oconee-ga/
Reynolds Radio: https://reynoldscommunityradio.com/
Sponsors - Lake Oconee Bistro; Tim Broyles State Farm; Farmers & Merchants Bank; Simplify AI Academy
Lure of the Lake
Lake Oconee, Georgia, located halfway between Augusta and Atlanta, is a man-made paradise with incredible beauty that makes it a great vacation destination for people of all ages. More than that, though, it's a community for those that are looking for a peaceful life filled with nature and beauty.
I, myself, am a member of that community. I moved to Reynolds in 2020 and started to hear the incredible stories of its residents. Join me, now, as we take a plunge into some fascinating stories of the many well-lived lives of our community and learn why they were Lured to the Lake.