2019 - Monthly Archive

Friends of Holly Springs Police Foundation Supports Detective for Police Unity Tour

20 Jun

Community - Canton

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Friends of Holly Springs Police Foundation Supports Detective for Police Unity Tour

The Friends of Holly Springs (FoHS) Police Foundation made two donations to Detective Sherron Conrad for the Police Unity Tour, Chapter XI. This is Detective Conrads eighth year to ride for the Police... read more..

Georgias 50 Safest Cities Ranked for 2019

20 Jun

Community - Canton

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Georgias 50 Safest Cities Ranked for 2019

The home security website, Safewise, has released its rankings of the 50 safest cities in Georgia, topped by Senoia, which is known by fans everywhere as the home base of the AMC TV show The Walking D... read more..

Cherokee County Top 10 in 10 Young Professionals to Watch Named

20 Jun

Community - Canton

Super User 20

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Cherokee County Top 10 in 10 Young Professionals to Watch Named

The Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce recently recognized the 2019 group of Cherokee Countys Top 10 in 10 Young Professionals to Watch. This recognition program focuses on Cherokee County residents ... read more..

Southern Hospitality at Southern ENT Specialists

20 Jun

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Southern Hospitality at Southern ENT Specialists

By Marsha Cornelius Walking inside Southern ENT Specialists, the first thing patients experience is being greeted by smiling, friendly staff members who make them feel welcome. Southern ENT Specialis... read more..

20 Jun

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All Pro Window Tinting

Let The Sunshine In By Marsha Cornelius "Let the sunshine in. Thats the mantra of todays homeowner. Contemporary houses now have expansive floor-to-ceiling windows, two-story window walls, and skyli... read more..

20 Jun

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The Providence Group

Building Hometown Pride By Marsha Cornelius Urban walkable communities are the future according to the New York Times. Mason Main, the modern transitional townhomes on Main Street in Woodstock, are ... read more..

20 Jun

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Exchange of Heart

Our Year With Maite By Mandy Marger Like most good things, sponsoring an exchange student was not planned. A local Facebook group published a post looking for a family to take in an exchange student... read more..

20 Jun

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Cherokee Search & Rescue

By Ashley Keegan Its not only the motto, but also the guiding purpose of Cherokee Countys Search and Rescue team (Cherokee SAR). Volunteers are the lifeblood of this operation, but its not a typical ... read more..

Q: What Can I Do With a Liberal Arts Degree? A: Almost Anything You Want

20 Jun

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Q: What Can I Do With a Liberal Arts Degree? A: Almost Anything You Want

By Jonathan Good, Ph.D. The engineering major asks, How does it work?The business major asks, How much will it cost?The liberal arts major asks, Do you want fries with that?Most liberal arts majors h... read more..

The Roger D. Garrison Law Enforcement Training Center

20 Jun

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The Roger D. Garrison Law Enforcement Training Center

By Sheriff Frank Reynolds The Cherokee Sheriffs Office (CSO) is fortunate to have one of the finest training facilities in Georgia. The Roger D. Garrison Law Enforcement Training Center (RGLETC), nam... read more..

20 Jun

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Book Review: Down from the Mountain

By Gabiel Morley Grizzly bears are one of Americas most mysterious creatures. Outsized and mythic, they hold a vaunted place in the predator hierarchy. In Down From the Mountain: The Life and Death o... read more..

20 Jun

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Book Review: Not Alone

By Farris Yawn Many have the utmost respect and admiration for anyone who answers the call to serve and puts on a uniform to defend our country. There are those, however, who go above and beyond by a... read more..

20 Jun

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Artist Profile: Megan Austin

Sculpting Gold and Other Precious Minerals By Hannah Olson From wedding coordinator to police officer, Megan Austin held a surprising variety of jobs before discovering her passion for jewelry desig... read more..

23 May

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The Success of the Inmate Workforce

By Sheriff Frank Reynolds If you have been to one of our county parks over the last couple of years, you may have seen a new addition: the Cherokee Sheriffs Office (CSO) Inmate Workforce. Dressed in ... read more..

Cool Summer Meal Options That Won't Heat Up Your Kitchen

23 May

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Cool Summer Meal Options That Won't Heat Up Your Kitchen

By Julie Senger Since the temps will only continue to rise as the official first day of summer approaches, the last thing most of us want to do is increase the heat (or the electricity bill) inside o... read more..

Community Partner: The Kathy B. Davis Foundation

23 May

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Community Partner: The Kathy B. Davis Foundation

The Kathy B. Davis Foundation (KBD), a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization in north Georgia, was established in 2011 by Dave Davis in memory of his wife, Kathy.Kathy was a devoted mother who always placed ... read more..

Kragor Orthodontics - Creating Lifelong Friendships and Straight Smiles

22 May

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Kragor Orthodontics - Creating Lifelong Friendships and Straight Smiles

By Marsha Cornelius So, what exactly does friendship have to do with your smile? Plenty if youve ever dealt with a surly staff or an indifferent worker who has treated you impersonally. If you have ... read more..

Rotary Club Honors Heroes Public Safety Officers Receive Awards

22 May

Community - Woodstock

Super User 20

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Rotary Club Honors Heroes Public Safety Officers Receive Awards

The Rotary Club of Canton held its 4th annual Public Safety Appreciation Luncheon at the Bluffs Conference Center last month. The theme of the event was Honoring Our Heroes.Sergeant Nathan Ernst, Holl... read more..

22 May

Community - Woodstock

Super User 20

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Plans for New History Museum Announced

The Cherokee County Historical Society is pleased to announce plans to develop a new and innovative Cherokee County History Museum and Preservation Center. The new History Center will be in the former... read more..

City of Holly Springs Receives 2019 Main Street Accreditation

22 May

Community - Woodstock

Super User 20

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City of Holly Springs Receives 2019 Main Street Accreditation

The City of Holly Springs has been designated as an accredited Main Street America program for meeting rigorous performance standards set by the National Main Street Center. Each year, the National Ma... read more..

Cherokee County Clerks Office Requests Teddy Bear Donations

22 May

Community - Woodstock

Super User 20

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Cherokee County Clerks Office Requests Teddy Bear Donations

The Cherokee County Clerks Office is excited to announce Buddy Bears, a program that benefits Cherokee Countys children in foster care. The office will be collecting donated teddy bears to give to chi... read more..

Foster Care Support Foundation Seeks Donations

22 May

Community - Woodstock

Super User 20

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Foster Care Support Foundation Seeks Donations

The summer distribution is fully underway at the Foster Care Support Foundation (FCSF) center in Roswell. This year, FCSF seeks to provide basic needs like clothing, toys, school supplies, and safe in... read more..

Woodstock Employees Plant Community Orchard

22 May

Community - Woodstock

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Woodstock Employees Plant Community Orchard

Employees of the City of Woodstock recently gathered at Dupree Park to plant fig, serviceberry, and plum trees for a new community orchard. The orchard was made possible by a grant from the Atlanta Re... read more..

Special Olympics Law Enforcement Torch Run

22 May

Community - Woodstock

Super User 20

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Special Olympics Law Enforcement Torch Run

For the second year in a row, the Woodstock Police Department hosted the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics. Law enforcement personnel from all Cherokee County agencies participated in the... read more..

Woodstock Visitors Center Staff Receives State Awards

22 May

Community - Woodstock

Super User 20

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Woodstock Visitors Center Staff Receives State Awards

The State of Georgia Tourism Division recognized Woodstock Visitors Center and its staff at the annual Regional Visitor Information Center conference (RVIC). Tourism Manager Kyle Bennett and Marketing... read more..

22 May

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Live Oak Dermatology

Now Open in Roswell By Maria Klouda Roswells development is primed for continued expansion, and Live Oak Dermatology is planning to be part of that growth. Location was key when Dr. Brent Goedjen, a... read more..

22 May

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Cherokee Children's Dentistry

Show Off Your Smile By Maria Klouda Opening in 2007, Cherokee Childrens Dentistry has become an established member of the greater Canton community. The practice provides exceptional pediatric oral h... read more..

22 May

Community - Canton

Super User 20

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Plans for New History Museum Announced

The Cherokee County Historical Society is pleased to announce plans to develop a new and innovative Cherokee County History Museum and Preservation Center. The new History Center will be in the former... read more..

22 May

Community - Canton

Super User 20

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City of Holly Springs Receives 2019 Main Street Accreditation

The City of Holly Springs has been designated as an accredited Main Street America program for meeting rigorous performance standards set by the National Main Street Center. Each year, the National Ma... read more..

22 May

Community - Canton

Super User 20

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Cherokee County Clerks Office Requests Teddy Bear Donations

The Cherokee County Clerks Office is excited to announce Buddy Bears, a program that benefits Cherokee Countys children in foster care. The office will be collecting donated teddy bears to give to chi... read more..