Navy veteran Tom Doner of Canton was recently awarded a Veterans Volunteer Award by the Hightower Trail Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), recognizing outstanding achievement, including patriotism and public awareness of veterans. Doner, a Korean Conflict veteran, currently volunteers at the Georgia National Cemetery. Doner was also selected as top honoree by the Georgia Society of the DAR.

Holly Springs has been ranked as the No. 4 safest city in Georgia on The SafeWise Report, which ranks the 50 safest cities in Georgia. To compile the report, SafeWise used the most recent FBI crime data from 2012, population, and other ranking factors, including unique safety initiatives and security programs implemented within the past few years. What is most impressive to me about a state like Georgia is the collective dedication to both personal and community safety, said Carolyn Heneghan, SafeWise security analyst. Of the 50 cities we recognized, its not just the small towns but also the bigger cities that all take part in keeping themselves, their neighbors, and their children safe.