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Greg Ansley has been working in his family business, A&A Electric Inc., in Cornelia since he was 12 years old. Debbie Beck, office manager, has been with the business for nearly 40 years. A&A Electric Inc. is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. (Photo/CHAMIAN CRUZ)

Greg Ansley has been working in his family business, A&A Electric Inc., in Cornelia since he was 12 years old. Debbie Beck, office manager, has been with the business for nearly 40 years. A&A Electric Inc. is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. (Photo/CHAMIAN CRUZ)

50 YEARS STRONG

Chamian Cruz
Thursday, October 17, 2019
Greg Ansley, son of Hershel and Runette Ansley, started working for the family business, A&A Electric Inc., in Cornelia since he was 12 years old. This year, he and his staff are celebrating the business’ 50th anniversary.

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CANDIDATE RESPONSES

Christina Santee
Thursday, October 17, 2019
Ahead of Election Day Nov. 5, The Northeast Georgian is asking candidates running for election/re-election, even if not facing opposition, a series of questions to help educate readers on their reasons for running and their plans for office.

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Chamber of commerce, farm bureau hosting political forum Tuesday

Chamian Cruz
Thursday, October 17, 2019
The Habersham County Farm Bureau and Habersham Chamber of Commerce are sponsoring a political forum Tuesday, Oct. 22, where the community will have the opportunity to hear from district five county commissioner candidates George Locke Arnold, Michael D. Gosnell, Darrin Johnston, Tim Stamey and...
Fall leaves in north Habersham County emit warm hues.

Fall leaves in north Habersham County emit warm hues.

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Fall foliage peak forecast

Chamian Cruz
Tuesday, October 15, 2019
It’s almost that time of year when people from throughout Georgia and even beyond state lines visit North Georgia to watch the leaves change color from green to different shades of red, orange and gold.
The University of Georgia Carl Vinson Institute of Government (CVIOG), J.W. Fanning Institute for Leadership Development and the New Materials Institute, which respectively competed under the place, talent and innovation categories, collectively received the Judge’s Award at the University Economic Development Association’s Annual Summit. CVIOG received the award, along with the city of Clarkesville, for their work to redevelop the downtown square after a devastating fire in 2014.

The University of Georgia Carl Vinson Institute of Government (CVIOG), J.W. Fanning Institute for Leadership Development and the New Materials Institute, which respectively competed under the place, talent and innovation categories, collectively received the Judge’s Award at the University Economic Development Association’s Annual Summit. CVIOG received the award, along with the city of Clarkesville, for their work to redevelop the downtown square after a devastating fire in 2014.

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Clarkesville takes home national award for ‘Rising from the Ashes’

Chamian Cruz
Tuesday, October 15, 2019
In an unprecedented move, the city of Clarkesville and two others collectively received the Judge’s Award at the University Economic Development Association’s (UEDA) Annual Summit, which is given at UEDA’s discretion.
The Washington Monument has reportedly undergone $10.7 million in repairs which has caused it to be closed for more than three years.

The Washington Monument has reportedly undergone $10.7 million in repairs which has caused it to be closed for more than three years.

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OPEN DOOR

Eric Pereira
Thursday, October 10, 2019
The Washington Monument in the nation’s capital has undergone $10.7 million in repairs and renovations and reopened to the public Sept. 19 after being closed for more than three years, according to a report from NPR.