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Coronavirus revving up street racers

Chamian Cruz
Wednesday, November 25, 2020
From the normally busy city streets of Atlanta turned mostly vacant to the rural roads along North Georgia, the novel coronavirus has led some to see the emptiness as a speedway.  In Atlanta, residents have seen bigger and more frequent street racing events during the pandemic.
Habersham Central’s Garrett Heaton lunges to take down Shiloh quarterback Antonio Meeks during Saturday’s game. TOM ASKEW/Staff

Habersham Central’s Garrett Heaton lunges to take down Shiloh quarterback Antonio Meeks during Saturday’s game. TOM ASKEW/Staff

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Raiders stage improbable rally from 28 down, make playoffs

Matthew Osborne
Tuesday, November 24, 2020
   People are tired of unprecedented things in 2020. Honestly, most folks would rather have normal stuff happen for a while.    But just for fun and in the spirit of the year, Habersham Central’s football did something no one has ever seen in these parts.
Habersham Central's Raiders are in the postseason for the second time in three years. TOM ASKEW/Special

Habersham Central's Raiders are in the postseason for the second time in three years. TOM ASKEW/Special

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Habersham Central takes on Rome in first round of state playoffs

News Staff
Tuesday, November 24, 2020
    Habersham Central gave it a good fight in its playoff battle with Rome on Friday night, but the Raiders fell 35-14 thanks to some big plays by the Wolves.    Rome’s E.J.
Life Church Baldwin is selling Christmas trees that benefit children locally and around the world.

Life Church Baldwin is selling Christmas trees that benefit children locally and around the world.

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Buy a Christmas tree, change a life

Isaiah Smith
Tuesday, November 24, 2020
   For those looking for the perfect tree to put a bow on holiday decorating, look no further than Life Church Baldwin.
A GBI investigation into conduct by officers at the Baldwin Police Department resulted in no charges.

A GBI investigation into conduct by officers at the Baldwin Police Department resulted in no charges.

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District attorney: No charges against Baldwin officers

Isaiah Smith
Tuesday, November 24, 2020
   After a GBI investigation into allegations of excessive use of force by the Baldwin Police Department, District Attorney George Christian said no charges would be filed.     “Rather, the GBI was asked to look at two officers’ conduct surrounding the three different arrest.
Beth Huebner (left) and Linda Harris helped make Operation Christmas Child a success at Tallulah Falls School.

Beth Huebner (left) and Linda Harris helped make Operation Christmas Child a success at Tallulah Falls School.

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Tallulah Falls fills 194 boxes for Christmas

News Staff
Tuesday, November 24, 2020
   The Tallulah Falls School family once again stepped up to support Operation Christmas Child, sponsored by Samaritan’s Purse.    Through this initiative, TFS has the opportunity to reach out to needy children around the world.
The Big Red Apple in downtown Cornelia is in need of a paint job as it has begun to crack and peel off in some areas.

The Big Red Apple in downtown Cornelia is in need of a paint job as it has begun to crack and peel off in some areas.

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Big Red Apple in Cornelia needs a new shine

Chamian Cruz
Tuesday, November 24, 2020
   Standing on the railway depot grounds in downtown Cornelia, the Big Red Apple is one of the world’s largest apple structures, but it has a rotten core that makes maintenance more difficult.
Habersham Central’s Addie Penick defends a Fannin County player during the Nov. 12 scrimmage. CALEB COLLINS/CNI News Service

Habersham Central’s Addie Penick defends a Fannin County player during the Nov. 12 scrimmage. CALEB COLLINS/CNI News Service

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Raiders show well in opening basketball scrimmages

Isaiah Smith
Friday, November 20, 2020
   In their first live action of the 2020-21 season, the Lady Raiders basketball team slid past Fannin County in a scrimmage on Nov. 12 to earn a 45-41 victory.     “I thought it went well for our first time out,” said Lady Raiders head coach Bill Bradley.
Cornelia firefighter Tristan Stephens goes through his locker during a recent shift. WoodmenLife’s fundraiser is set up to help the Cornelia Fire Department purchase a new emergency life raft and other equipment to be used for training in its new fire station.

Cornelia firefighter Tristan Stephens goes through his locker during a recent shift. WoodmenLife’s fundraiser is set up to help the Cornelia Fire Department purchase a new emergency life raft and other equipment to be used for training in its new fire station.

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WoodmenLife raising funds for fire equipment

Isaiah Smith
Friday, November 20, 2020
   For the next 33 days, WoodmenLife has partnered with the Cornelia Fire Department with the goal of helping them raise $7,300 for a new life raft and other electronic equipment used for training.