June 2018 - Monthly Archive

Be a Part of Something Bigger Than Yourself

21 Jun

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Be a Part of Something Bigger Than Yourself

Join our Team! By Sheriff Frank Reynolds I love my job! I mean it; I really love going to work every day. I hear other people talk about how they dont enjoy their job because it is the same old thin... read more..

21 Jun

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Hands-Free Georgia Act

By Jim Cheatham As of July 1, the Hands-Free Georgia Act is now in effect. Also known as House Bill 673, Governor Nathan Deal signed the Bill into law back in May, adding Georgia to the list of state... read more..

Taste of Life: Chocolate-Topped Toffee With Almonds

21 Jun

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Taste of Life: Chocolate-Topped Toffee With Almonds

By Paul Bodrogi Ingredients 8 oz. sugar2 oz. water1 oz. corn syrup 4 oz. butter4 oz. chocolate chips, melted1 oz. slivered almonds teaspoon vanilla extractP read more..

Goin Coastal: Pan-Seared Grouper with Golden Beet Puree

21 Jun

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Goin Coastal: Pan-Seared Grouper with Golden Beet Puree

Ingredients 2-3 golden beets4 cups milk1 cup butter2 tablespoons salt2 tablespoons canola oilSalt & pepper to taste2, 10 oz. grouper filets Procedure -Peel the beets, and chop off the ends.-Cho... read more..

Continual Focus on Security Keeps Students Safe in School

21 Jun

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Continual Focus on Security Keeps Students Safe in School

By Susan Hale Recent tragedies such as those in Parkland, FL and Santa Fe, TX have Fulton County parents understandably concerned about school safety. With the new academic year drawing near, now is ... read more..

21 Jun

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Book Review: Three Great Beach Reads!

By Annell Gerson Best Beach EverWendy WaxDreams of FallingKaren WhiteHigh Tide ClubMary Kay Andrews Check out these Atlanta authors fresh crop of hot summer titles no beach bag should be without: T... read more..

21 Jun

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Below the Surface

By Lyle Harp Cherokee County residents are protected by an excellent fire service. The hard-working men and women of Cherokee County Fire and Emergency Services respond to tens of thousands of fire, ... read more..

21 Jun

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Book Review: Absolute Justice

By Farris Yawn When Atlanta Private Investigator Nick Price is hired by Julia Garrett to find her missing husband, he soon finds himself in the middle of a deadly conspiracy. It will take all his ski... read more..

21 Jun

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Academic Concerns? Social Challenges?

Here's How Parents Can Help their Child By Donna Anello The new school year begins next month. Class schedules, first tests, and projects are on the horizon; new friendships will be forged; separati... read more..

21 Jun

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Artist Profile: Andrew Berardi

Actor and Director By John Midkiff Growing up in New York City, Andrew Berardi was always fascinated with museums. He loved to explore the collections and dreamed of one day going to work in one. Wh... read more..

21 Jun

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Jyl Craven Hair Design

Exclusively Outside the Perimeter Upon entering Jyl Craven Hair Design, you will notice a clean, modern atmosphere; a vast line of professional products; and fashionable, refined stylists who are dil... read more..

21 Jun

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Burns Law Group

Local Law Firm Offers Quality, Individual Approach By Cyndi Braun Divorce, criminal charges, custody issues, whatever the legal concern, Cherokee County residents can call upon top-notch attorneys a... read more..

21 Jun

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All Pro Window Tinting

Summer Is Here Is Your House Prepared? By Cyndi Braun In case you havent noticed, were deep into another hot summer in metro Atlanta. The flowers are blooming; lawnmowers are roaring; and a powerfu... read more..

Community Partner: Mary Hall Freedom House

21 Jun

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Community Partner: Mary Hall Freedom House

hope - love - miracles Women come to Mary Hall Freedom House (MHFH) from all walks of life, often at their lowest point, in search of change. What they find at MHFH is love, hope, acceptance, and a v... read more..

Woodstock Brewery Announces Food Partner

21 Jun

Community - Woodstock

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Woodstock Brewery Announces Food Partner

Owned and operated by Zach Kell in Canton, Queenies has been announced as the official food partner for Reformation Brewerys new space, which is now under construction at 105 Elm Street in Woodstock. ... read more..

Downtown Woodstock Receives Grant to Deploy AEDs

21 Jun

Community - Woodstock

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Downtown Woodstock Receives Grant to Deploy AEDs

The Woodstock DDA and Main Street Woodstock will begin the process of installing four outdoor Automatic Defibrillation Devices (AEDs) around downtown following the approval of a funding partnership by... read more..

Cherokee County Fire and Emergency Services Promotes Three

21 Jun

Community - Woodstock

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Cherokee County Fire and Emergency Services Promotes Three

Three Cherokee County firefighters were recently promoted during ceremonies held at the Cherokee County Fire Training Complex. Shannon Gibbs was promoted to the rank of battalion chief. Clay Cloud was... read more..

Woodstock Announces City Center Development Plans

21 Jun

Community - Woodstock

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Woodstock Announces City Center Development Plans

The City of Woodstock recently announced plans for Woodstock City Center, an additional 3.5-acre mixed-use district added to the existing City Center site planned for the heart of downtown Woodstock. ... read more..

Cherokee County Art Center Members Art Show and Sale

21 Jun

Community - Woodstock

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Cherokee County Art Center Members Art Show and Sale

On July 6-27, celebrate local artists and their beautiful creations. Every summer, artist members come out and share their passion with the rest of the community. All types of art mediums will be for ... read more..

Holly Springs Presents Net Race Proceeds to Tippens Education Center

21 Jun

Community - Woodstock

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Holly Springs Presents Net Race Proceeds to Tippens Education Center

On behalf of the City of Holly Springs, Mayor Steven Miller recently presented L.R. Tippens Education Center Principal Kelly Strickland with a check for $7,435 following the Citys annual Memorial Day ... read more..

Blood Cancer Patients Have New Treatment Options

21 Jun

Community - Woodstock

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Blood Cancer Patients Have New Treatment Options

Northside Hospital Cancer Institute is among select centers in the country to offer chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T-cell therapy, a type of immunotherapy for adult patients with certain types of non... read more..

CCSD Graduate Earns National Merit College Scholarship

21 Jun

Community - Woodstock

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CCSD Graduate Earns National Merit College Scholarship

River Ridge HS 2018 graduate Irene Chen has earned a National Merit College Scholarship from Emory University. She is one of 3,500 winners of National Merit Scholarships financed by U.S. colleges and ... read more..

21 Jun

Community - Woodstock

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Ensuring the Future of Our Past

Hickory Flat is one of the oldest communities in Cherokee County. In recent years, it has experienced tremendous growth. As a result, most of the historic buildings in the community have been lost. Th... read more..

Cherokee County Top 10 in 10 Honorees Named

21 Jun

Community - Woodstock

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Cherokee County Top 10 in 10 Honorees Named

The Chamber of Commerce recently recognized Cherokee Countys 2018 Top 10 in 10 Young Professionals to Watch. The Top 10 in 10 initiative is designed to cultivate and showcase exceptional Cherokee Coun... read more..

City of Johns Creek Releases 360-Degree Tours of Parks

21 Jun

Community - North Fulton

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City of Johns Creek Releases 360-Degree Tours of Parks

The City of Johns Creek has partnered with Googles Trekker team to capture 360-degree imagery of parks and natural areas, which are now available to users through Google Maps. The project, which is t... read more..

Mayor Lockwood Awards Proclamation to Milton HS Student

21 Jun

Community - North Fulton

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Mayor Lockwood Awards Proclamation to Milton HS Student

Niraj Jinan, a rising senior at Milton High School, was recently awarded a Proclamation by the Mayor and the City Council of the City of Milton. Niraj is an academically gifted teenager who wants to m... read more..

Roswell Hires New Recreation and Parks Director

21 Jun

Community - North Fulton

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Roswell Hires New Recreation and Parks Director

The City of Roswell has hired Jeff Leatherman to be its next director of Recreation, Parks, Historic, and Cultural Affairs. Leatherman is currently the director of regional parks for Sacramento County... read more..

Senate School Safety Study Committee Holds First Meeting

21 Jun

Community - North Fulton

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Senate School Safety Study Committee Holds First Meeting

The first meeting of the Senate School Safety Study Committee was recently held at North Springs High School in Sandy Springs. Sen. John Albers, chairman of the Committee, and other members heard pres... read more..

Generous Donation Supports Local Seniors

21 Jun

Community - North Fulton

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Generous Donation Supports Local Seniors

At the end of each year, Subaru of America, Inc. donates $250 for every new Subaru vehicle sold or leased through their annual Share the Love event. 2017 marked the tenth anniversary of the event, whi... read more..

Dream Weavers, Milton First Responders Foundation, and Canine Assistants Receive Grants

21 Jun

Community - North Fulton

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Dream Weavers, Milton First Responders Foundation, and Canine Assistants Receive Grants

Three local and regional charities were recently recognized for their significant contributions to the residents of North Georgia and beyond. These awards are the first financial grants provided by th... read more..