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The Rev. Billy Jenkins Jr. preaches to his congregation at Greater Mount Pleasant Baptist Church in Clarkesville. Jenkins has lived a life of service, even taking over the congregation after his father. ZACH TAYLOR/Staff

The Rev. Billy Jenkins Jr. preaches to his congregation at Greater Mount Pleasant Baptist Church in Clarkesville. Jenkins has lived a life of service, even taking over the congregation after his father. ZACH TAYLOR/Staff

‘Living it out’

Zach Taylor
Wednesday, December 25, 2024
   How Bishop Billy Jenkins Jr. spreads the word of God is not by spoken word, but by actions.    “You can tell them what the word says, but I think living it out is my philosophy,” Jenkins said.
Rivera-Sanchez. FILE

Rivera-Sanchez. FILE

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Murder case moves to Superior Court

caudellhannah
Wednesday, December 25, 2024
By Hannah Caudell      During the Dec. 18 preliminary hearing, Magistrate Judge Tricia Hise ruled that there was enough probable evidence to move Angel DeJesus Rivera-Sanchez’s case over to Superior Court.
Big Lots in Cornelia is one of more than 300 stores that could face closure in the near future. JULIANNE AKERS/Staff

Big Lots in Cornelia is one of more than 300 stores that could face closure in the near future. JULIANNE AKERS/Staff

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Cornelia Big Lots hosts ‘going out of business’ sale

Julianne Akers
Wednesday, December 25, 2024
   Retail chain Big Lots announced last week that a deal to sell the company to an investment firm has fallen through after the company filed for bankruptcy in September.
Clarkesville-based teXga farms, owned by Caroline Lewallen, was recognized on the Bulldog 100 list for the second year in a row. FILE

Clarkesville-based teXga farms, owned by Caroline Lewallen, was recognized on the Bulldog 100 list for the second year in a row. FILE

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Bulldog 100 recognizes teXga farms

Julianne Akers
Wednesday, December 25, 2024
   Clarkesville’s teXga farms was recognized on the Bulldog 100 list for the second year in a row.    The list celebrates the 100 fastest-growing organizations owned or led by alumni of the University of Georgia.
Chris Allison paints a hat at his art studio in Mt. Airy. JULIANNE AKERS/Staff

Chris Allison paints a hat at his art studio in Mt. Airy. JULIANNE AKERS/Staff

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Wacky art

Julianne Akers
Friday, December 20, 2024
   "Wacky” is a term of endearment for Mt. Airy artist Chris Allison who marks his work with bright  colors and often uses repurposed materials as his canvas. “I’m a big goofball and I like being silly, so sometimes the sillier the better,” he said.
Crossroads Pharmacy sits vacant in its lot in Demorest. In the window, a sign sits that redirects customers to Walgreens for their prescriptions. HANNAH CAUDELL/Staff

Crossroads Pharmacy sits vacant in its lot in Demorest. In the window, a sign sits that redirects customers to Walgreens for their prescriptions. HANNAH CAUDELL/Staff

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Paying the price

caudellhannah
Friday, December 20, 2024
By Hannah Caudell      A call to the phone number Crossroads Pharmacy in Demorest only yields a single message.    The number redirects customers to Walgreens, where an automated voice asks the caller how it can help him.
Melissa Harward, a dog owner and client of Marjorie Stephens’ business, South Paws Sports Center, vies for a dog training facility in Habersham. Harward spoke on the professionalism and the education Stephens provides to her clients. ZACH TAYLOR/Staff

Melissa Harward, a dog owner and client of Marjorie Stephens’ business, South Paws Sports Center, vies for a dog training facility in Habersham. Harward spoke on the professionalism and the education Stephens provides to her clients. ZACH TAYLOR/Staff

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County OKs dog training at residence

Zach Taylor
Friday, December 20, 2024
   County Commissioners passed a 3-2 vote on a conditional use application to allow Marjorie “Jorie” Stephens of South Paws Sports Center to train clients’ dogs on her property at 604 Barron Drive in Clarkesville.
Sheriff Joey Terrell stands in front of the trophies detailing the police department’s accolades. HANNAH CAUDELL/Staff

Sheriff Joey Terrell stands in front of the trophies detailing the police department’s accolades. HANNAH CAUDELL/Staff

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Terrell ready for the next chapter

caudellhannah
Friday, December 20, 2024
 By Hannah Caudell   In the lobby of the Habersham County Sheriff’s Office, a large metal door locked from the inside stands tall to the left of the lobby, behind which many of the employees reside, either at the welcome window or in offices at the back.
Deaconess Lequeda Scott points to some of the jars on the memorial shelf, recounting the memories of those who are gone but still loved by the Ebenezer Baptist Community. Scott was the project manager for the memorial project back in 2019, along with the youth of the campus and Rev. Oliver Dorsey. HANNAH CAUDELL/Staff

Deaconess Lequeda Scott points to some of the jars on the memorial shelf, recounting the memories of those who are gone but still loved by the Ebenezer Baptist Community. Scott was the project manager for the memorial project back in 2019, along with the youth of the campus and Rev. Oliver Dorsey. HANNAH CAUDELL/Staff

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Because of them, we can

caudellhannah
Wednesday, December 18, 2024
   By Hannah Caudell      When walking into Ebenezer Baptist Church, one can’t help but notice two things. First is the welcoming atmosphere of the place, fostered by the friendly leadership of folks like Deaconess Lequeda Scott and her husband, Deacon Chair Victor Scott.
Demorest responds to a mutual aid call at Walmart in Cornelia alongside the Cornelia Fire Department and Habersham County Fire. ZACH TAYLOR/Staff

Demorest responds to a mutual aid call at Walmart in Cornelia alongside the Cornelia Fire Department and Habersham County Fire. ZACH TAYLOR/Staff

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Demorest joins county fire study

Zach Taylor
Wednesday, December 18, 2024
   After months of discussing avoiding an ISO 10, Demorest opted in to the county fire feasibility study.    In November, Demorest hosted the county and other municipalities for a closed-door meeting to discuss a study that would determine the best route for local fire departments.