Sydnie Jones’ dream to become reality with opening of Syd’s Place Saturday

  • Some familiar faces smile at Syd’s Place in anticipation for the Grand Opening Saturday, May 6. Shown are, from left, back row, Emily Salas, Anthony Villegas, Highland Outdoor Ministry Director Austin Leach and Madison Mitchum; front row, Andrew Jones, Lesley Salas, Samantha Rosas, Giovanni Leal and Juan Leal.
    Some familiar faces smile at Syd’s Place in anticipation for the Grand Opening Saturday, May 6. Shown are, from left, back row, Emily Salas, Anthony Villegas, Highland Outdoor Ministry Director Austin Leach and Madison Mitchum; front row, Andrew Jones, Lesley Salas, Samantha Rosas, Giovanni Leal and Juan Leal.
  • Skater Andrew Jones shows off his skills on the pipe at Syd’s Place. Jones is the brother of Sydnie and plans to frequent the park. The Grand Opening of Syd’s Place will be Saturday, May 6.
    Skater Andrew Jones shows off his skills on the pipe at Syd’s Place. Jones is the brother of Sydnie and plans to frequent the park. The Grand Opening of Syd’s Place will be Saturday, May 6.
  • Some familiar faces smile at Syd’s Place in anticipation for the Grand Opening Saturday, May 6. Shown are, from left, back row, Emily Salas, Anthony Villegas, Highland Outdoor Ministry Director Austin Leach and Madison Mitchum; front row, Andrew Jones, Lesley Salas, Samantha Rosas, Giovanni Leal and Juan Leal.
    Some familiar faces smile at Syd’s Place in anticipation for the Grand Opening Saturday, May 6. Shown are, from left, back row, Emily Salas, Anthony Villegas, Highland Outdoor Ministry Director Austin Leach and Madison Mitchum; front row, Andrew Jones, Lesley Salas, Samantha Rosas, Giovanni Leal and Juan Leal.
Less than two years ago Bob Richardson told a crowd gathered at Meeks Park in Blairsville that a skate park would be built in Blue Ridge thanks to the motivation of Sydnie Jones. Richardson was then…

Premium Content is available to subscribers only. Please login here to access content or go here to purchase a subscription.