• Grady “Junior” Robinson has been an integral part of Baldwin’s Public Works department for 40 years, and has retired from full-time work. He stands in the Junior Robinson Public Works Department, named in his honor. (Hannah Caudell/Staff)

    Grady “Junior” Robinson has been an integral part of Baldwin’s Public Works department for 40 years, and has retired from full-time work. He stands in the Junior Robinson Public Works Department, named in his honor. (Hannah Caudell/Staff)

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    By Hannah CaudellGrady “Junior” Robinson knows a thing or two about Baldwin’s water system. Now, he’s learning a thing or two about legacy.Ask anybody who has worked closely with Robinson, and they’ll all call him the same thing: A wealth of knowledge.
  • HCHS graduate Rainlan Hobson walks off the stage after receiving her diploma at Raider Stadium Friday, May 22. (Landen Todd/Staff)

    HCHS graduate Rainlan Hobson walks off the stage after receiving her diploma at Raider Stadium Friday, May 22. (Landen Todd/Staff)

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    By Hannah CaudellAs they weathered varying bouts of rain, Habersham Central graduates walked across the graduation stage in plastic ponchos to receive their diplomas.“Did anybody bring a pontoon?
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    Caden Polley stands outside his home away from home, the TFS Natatorium.

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    By Samantha SinclairSwimming has been important to Caden Polley.He started swimming in 2016, after deciding he didn’t want to continue with soccer as his older brothers had. When his family moved to Habersham County from McDonough when he was in third grade, he started swimming with the Hurricanes.
  • During a mission trip to Ecuador, senior Gracen Thomas helps share the Gospel. Thomas hopes to become a medical missionary after she completes her post-secondary education. (Submitted)

    During a mission trip to Ecuador, senior Gracen Thomas helps share the Gospel. Thomas hopes to become a medical missionary after she completes her post-secondary education. (Submitted)

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    By Hannah CaudellThere aren’t many high school students that can say they skipped a grade to graduate at 16 years old, but that’s the case for senior Gracen Thomas.
  • The Habersham Central Band of Blue marches up Washington Street in the Mountain Laurel Festival Parade. (Zach Taylor/Staff)

    The Habersham Central Band of Blue marches up Washington Street in the Mountain Laurel Festival Parade. (Zach Taylor/Staff)

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    By Zach TaylorThis year’s Mountain Laurel Festival celebrated America’s 250th anniversary, with red, white and blue scattered around the city.Clarkesville Main Street Director Rosie Cantrell said the event drew a good turnout, with more than 2,000 people attending the festival.

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    The first budget hearing is set to be held during the June 15 regular commission meeting. (File)

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    Mixed Doubles winners: Peggy and Alan Kuniansky (silver); Pam and John Tokarz (gold); Paula Sanders-Benenati and Carl Carothers (bronze) all pose during its fourth annual PickleSham Palooza. (Submitted)

    Mixed Doubles winners: Peggy and Alan Kuniansky (silver); Pam and John Tokarz (gold); Paula Sanders-Benenati and Carl Carothers (bronze) all pose during its fourth annual PickleSham Palooza. (Submitted)

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    By Landen ToddHabersham County Pickleball Club hosted its fourth annual PickleSham Palooza on May...
    TFS student-athletes Petar Gromiko, Selah Wiltshire, Jaeda-Lee Daniel-Joseph, Neyo Bain, Lia Sanjur, Ashton Roache, Charlie Harris and Mitchell McGahee pose during the Next Level Signing Ceremony on Thursday, May 21, at the Student Activity Center. (Landen Todd/Staff)

    TFS student-athletes Petar Gromiko, Selah Wiltshire, Jaeda-Lee Daniel-Joseph, Neyo Bain, Lia Sanjur, Ashton Roache, Charlie Harris and Mitchell McGahee pose during the Next Level Signing Ceremony on Thursday, May 21, at the Student Activity Center. (Landen Todd/Staff)

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    Wednesday, May 27, 2026
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    Left to right, seniors Charlotte Stafford, Keira Webb, Ava Carnes, Azaria Junaid and Jaeda-Lee Daniel-Joseph smile for a photo on the tennis court. (Submitted)

    Left to right, seniors Charlotte Stafford, Keira Webb, Ava Carnes, Azaria Junaid and Jaeda-Lee Daniel-Joseph smile for a photo on the tennis court. (Submitted)

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    Lady Indians ride to new heights

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