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Carter & Sloope Grant Writer Gabe Morris explains more details about the 2021 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program during a preliminary hearing on Tuesday.

Carter & Sloope Grant Writer Gabe Morris explains more details about the 2021 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program during a preliminary hearing on Tuesday.

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Cornelia stands to get $1.4 million from Rescue Act

Chamian Cruz
Thursday, April 8, 2021
   The city of Cornelia is continuing to preserve the past while preparing for the future.     On Tuesday, the city commission found out it was nominated to become a Historic District and that it is eligible for four new electric car charging stations.
David Berge Hubley of Cornelia and 20-year-old Nathaniel Kade Maysonet of Clarkesville

David Berge Hubley of Cornelia and 20-year-old Nathaniel Kade Maysonet of Clarkesville

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Mom and Dad called after alleged drag race

Chamian Cruz
Thursday, April 8, 2021
   Two Habersham County men in their early 20s were charged with fleeing or attempting to elude police officers and speeding in excess of maximum limits after a sheriff’s deputy allegedly saw them traveling at a high rate of speed northbound on state Route 365.
Chuck Miller, vice president for the Marion Body Works fire truck dealer for the state of Georgia, makes a presentation at Tuesday’s Demorest City Council meeting as Councilman Nathan Davis listens.

Chuck Miller, vice president for the Marion Body Works fire truck dealer for the state of Georgia, makes a presentation at Tuesday’s Demorest City Council meeting as Councilman Nathan Davis listens.

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Demorest stands firm on fire truck

Matthew Osborne
Thursday, April 8, 2021
   The Demorest fire truck drama is over – unless it isn’t.    Demorest City Council came face-to-face Tuesday with Chuck Miller, Vice President of Fearless Flames, the Marion Body Works fire truck dealer for Georgia.
Piedmont University graduate Caitlin Fisher, Vice President for Marketing and Communications John Roberts and President James Mellichamp toast the new christening of the school as a university Wednesday with sparkling apple juice.

Piedmont University graduate Caitlin Fisher, Vice President for Marketing and Communications John Roberts and President James Mellichamp toast the new christening of the school as a university Wednesday with sparkling apple juice.

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Piedmont University begins new area of growth, expansion

News Staff
Thursday, April 8, 2021
   The school long-known as Piedmont College took a step up in the academic world this week, as the college has officially become Piedmont University – a step that was long overdue, given its growing reputation.
Peyton Irvin warms up before a recent game at Loudermilk Field. KARL L. MOORE/Special

Peyton Irvin warms up before a recent game at Loudermilk Field. KARL L. MOORE/Special

Habersham native Irvin wins 6th game for Piedmont

News Staff
Wednesday, April 7, 2021
   Habersham Central alum Peyton Irvin picked up his sixth win of the season in Piedmont College’s 5-2 victory over Huntingdon on Saturday.     Irvin (6-1) nearly went the distance, throwing a season-high 8.1 innings and allowing only four hits and two earned runs while striking out five.
Garrett Heaton takes one of his attempts in the long jump at The Battle of the Blue Ridge at HCHS. Heaton won the event last Friday at the Mt. Yonah Invite.

Garrett Heaton takes one of his attempts in the long jump at The Battle of the Blue Ridge at HCHS. Heaton won the event last Friday at the Mt. Yonah Invite.

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Raider track takes second at Mt. Yonah Invite

Isaiah Smith
Wednesday, April 7, 2021
   Both Raider track and field teams put forth solid showing last Friday night at the Mt. Yonah Invite in White County. The boys team led the way, finishing second despite dealing with some nagging injuries along the way.     “I felt like both teams did well overall.
Abigail Deleon (14) battles Buford’s Emma Chaffee in a recent match. The Lady Raiders secured a playoff berth last Thursday with a 2-0 road victory over Winder-Barrow.

Abigail Deleon (14) battles Buford’s Emma Chaffee in a recent match. The Lady Raiders secured a playoff berth last Thursday with a 2-0 road victory over Winder-Barrow.

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Habersham Central soccer teams finish region play strong

Isaiah Smith
Wednesday, April 7, 2021
   Due to an officiating mixup, Habersham Central’s soccer teams took the pitch last Friday night instead of Thursday. But despite the changes, both teams left Winder-Barrow with playoff-clinching victories under their belts.
Tallulah Falls’ Simeon Respress runs a relay at the Battle of Blue Ridge last month. Respress also took second in the long jump at the Georgia Spring Break Showdown. ISAIAH SMITH/Staff

Tallulah Falls’ Simeon Respress runs a relay at the Battle of Blue Ridge last month. Respress also took second in the long jump at the Georgia Spring Break Showdown. ISAIAH SMITH/Staff

Tallulah Falls track looks sharp in Marietta

News Staff
Wednesday, April 7, 2021
   At the fourth annual Georgia Spring Break Showdown in Marietta Saturday, Tallulah Falls’ track team turned in a solid showing at the multi-classification event with several runners finishing near the top of their events.
Habersham Central’s Azzi Cervantes puts down a tag on an Elbert County runner looking to score on a wild pitch in the Raiders 11-3 loss to Elbert County on Monday night.

Habersham Central’s Azzi Cervantes puts down a tag on an Elbert County runner looking to score on a wild pitch in the Raiders 11-3 loss to Elbert County on Monday night.

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Raider baseball hopes to stem tide of losing streak

Isaiah Smith
Wednesday, April 7, 2021
   After surrendering an early lead to Elbert County, the Raiders baseball team was unable to claw back into the game and eventually fell 11-3 Monday night.     “We swung the bat very well at times today, but with men in scoring position we did not and left a lot of guys stranded.