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Public meetings

News Staff
Friday, June 16, 2023
The following public meetings are scheduled from June 16-22. Habersham County Commission 6 p.m. regular meeting Monday, June 19, at the county courthouse in Clarkesville, 295 Llewellyn Street. The meeting will include a public hearing on the 2023-24 fiscal year county budget.
Family members help George and Pam (second and third from left) Anderson pack up their items in anticipation of the eviction coming the couple’s way. Left to right are Rachel Witcher, Tiffany Witcher, Austin Shedd, Robert Witcher, Nicholas Witcher and Whitney Witcher. JOHN DILLS/Staff

Family members help George and Pam (second and third from left) Anderson pack up their items in anticipation of the eviction coming the couple’s way. Left to right are Rachel Witcher, Tiffany Witcher, Austin Shedd, Robert Witcher, Nicholas Witcher and Whitney Witcher. JOHN DILLS/Staff

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Housing crunch hits elderly Cornelia couple

John Dills
Friday, June 16, 2023
Finding housing for any couple can be difficult, but for Pam and George Anderson, it’s next to impossible. The two have been living in their home in Cornelia for multiple years, but on Monday, they found out they will be leaving and not coming back.
Nacoochee school reunion alums, friends and family gather on the Community Hall steps for this year’s photo. CASEY TANKSLEY/Submitted

Nacoochee school reunion alums, friends and family gather on the Community Hall steps for this year’s photo. CASEY TANKSLEY/Submitted

Nacoochee school reunion honors another year together

News Staff
Friday, June 16, 2023
The Nacoochee school reunion was held on June 10 at the Sautee Nacoochee Center. The Nacoochee school ran from 1928 through 1974. It was established as a public school by the White County Board of Education, with grades 1 through 11. The last graduating class was 1959.
Jason and Cissy Carroll have made it their goal to support other families while fighting their own battles and supporting their son, Jackson (center). SUBMITTED

Jason and Cissy Carroll have made it their goal to support other families while fighting their own battles and supporting their son, Jackson (center). SUBMITTED

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A foundation of selflessness

John Dills
Wednesday, June 14, 2023
Take The Trip Foundation, a new non-profit this year, has taken the first steps to become established. Take The Trip was founded by husband and wife, Jason and Cissy Carroll, after taking their own trip. In 2015, Cissy was diagnosed with stage IV lung cancer and brain metastases.

Feds round up missing fugitive

Matthew Osborne
Wednesday, June 14, 2023
Wanted fugitive Leticia Erika Perry, 28, of Summerville was transported to Habersham County Detention Center on Friday night after being arrested in Floyd County.
Adam Hazell of the Georgia Mountains Regional Commission makes a presentation in Demorest on Monday night. MATTHEW OSBORNE/Staff

Adam Hazell of the Georgia Mountains Regional Commission makes a presentation in Demorest on Monday night. MATTHEW OSBORNE/Staff

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Comp plan meeting sees sparse attendance

Matthew Osborne
Wednesday, June 14, 2023
It has been said that the needs of the many outweigh the needs of the few. After two public meetings to discuss Habersham County’s comprehensive plan, it seems the few will have far more input.
Habersham County Fire Marshal Josh Hazle spends quality time with Cornelia Fire Department’s K9 Cleo before her passing June 5. SUBMITTED

Habersham County Fire Marshal Josh Hazle spends quality time with Cornelia Fire Department’s K9 Cleo before her passing June 5. SUBMITTED

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K9 Cleo remembered fondly, ‘loved by a lot of people’

Emma Marti
Wednesday, June 14, 2023
Cornelia Fire Department recently announced the passing of one of its members, K9 Cleo. Cleo originally joined the team six years ago when she was just a puppy, which is when Fire Marshal Josh Hazle received her.