The Valley River Arts Guild, at its gallery location in the Murphy Art Center downtown, had some important visitors Thursday. Shannon Sampson of Avita Community Partners organized a visit from its home base in Blairsville, Ga., to provide an opportunity for some members to experience local artistic wares. Avita Community Partners is a resource for individuals and families in northeast Georgia experiencing the disabling effects of mental illness, developmental disabilities and addictive diseases. Sixteen of
