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VFW Post 7720 Commander Barry Church hands Aaron Autry a Heroes of Service Award during the opening ceremony of Heroes Fest on Saturday. ZACH TAYLOR/Staff

VFW Post 7720 Commander Barry Church hands Aaron Autry a Heroes of Service Award during the opening ceremony of Heroes Fest on Saturday. ZACH TAYLOR/Staff

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Heroes Festival honors veterans, first responders

Zach Taylor
Thursday, August 22, 2024
   The Grant-Reeves Veteran Center warmly welcomed visitors on Saturday for the 8th annual Heroes Festival, a memorable event that honors and celebrates veterans and first responders.
Ballfields at Habersham County’s Aquatic Center. BRIAN WELLMEIER/Staff

Ballfields at Habersham County’s Aquatic Center. BRIAN WELLMEIER/Staff

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Improvements to ballfield, airport approved by county commissioners

Brian Wellmeier
Thursday, August 22, 2024
   Habersham’s Board of Commissioners approved enhancements for the airport and recreation areas during a regular meeting Monday.    Only three board members attended Monday’s meeting with Commissioners Bruce Palmer and Dustin Mealor absent.
The Raider big men went to battle in Stephens County Friday night. LANG STOREY/Staff

The Raider big men went to battle in Stephens County Friday night. LANG STOREY/Staff

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Raiders fall to Stephens again

Lang Storey
Thursday, August 22, 2024
   For Habersham Central, Friday evening started out about as well as a team could ask for. But as Raider fans know all too well, things can change quickly.    The Raiders wound up falling 28-10 to Stephens County in Toccoa.
Opinion/Editorial. FILE

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I’m glad I met Matthew Osborne

Lang Storey
Thursday, August 22, 2024
   I’ve always considered myself a sports junkie, or someone who simply can’t get enough sports no matter how much I consume.    This can manifest itself in several different ways.    Some folks obsess over one team, or school. Some people follow sports for the athletes and their stories.
Maci Williams helped captain Habersham to 4 straight wins last week. LANG STOREY/Staff

Maci Williams helped captain Habersham to 4 straight wins last week. LANG STOREY/Staff

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Lady Raiders rattle off perfect week

Lang Storey
Thursday, August 22, 2024
   Hab volleyball finally got to play on its home floor last Thursday, and the Lady Raiders made the most of it.    Habersham took down Seckinger in straight sets (25-18, 25-14) before topping Gainesville in a thrilling nightcap. (16-25, 26-24, 19-17).    “That was fun,” said Coach Lindsay Herrin.
Jessie Romer gives Hank the donkey a pat on the head before giving him a few fruits to snack on. JULIANNE AKERS/Staff

Jessie Romer gives Hank the donkey a pat on the head before giving him a few fruits to snack on. JULIANNE AKERS/Staff

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Fostering community, inclusion with animals

Julianne Akers
Tuesday, August 20, 2024
   Kevin is curious. Lena is mischievous, and Amelia is shy. But what all three personalities have in common is that they are animals roaming the 14 acre property at Five Freedoms Farm, an animal sanctuary in Clarkesville.
Residents pack Clarkesville City Hall as planning commission considers annexation, rezoning. BRIAN WELLMEIER/Staff

Residents pack Clarkesville City Hall as planning commission considers annexation, rezoning. BRIAN WELLMEIER/Staff

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Clarkesville approves annexation, rezoning

Brian Wellmeier
Friday, August 16, 2024
   Despite vocal opposition, Clarkesville’s Planning Commission voted to recommend approval of a proposed annexation and rezoning that could potentially make way for a future large-scale development Tuesday.
Mayor Gail Armour looks to her left toward James Turner and Eddie Palmer on a vote to accept bids for the Cedar Creek property. ZACH TAYLOR/Staff

Mayor Gail Armour looks to her left toward James Turner and Eddie Palmer on a vote to accept bids for the Cedar Creek property. ZACH TAYLOR/Staff

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Alto adopts county hazard mitigation plan

Zach Taylor
Friday, August 16, 2024
   The Town of Alto held its regular meeting on Tuesday to adopt the county’s Hazard Mitigation Plan, which allows for funding from FEMA and GEMA in case of a natural disaster.    Town council members unanimously voted to approve the Hazard Mitigation Plan, which expires this year.
Habersham’s Donnie Warren takes on a defender in the Raiders’ scrimmage on Aug. 2. TOM ASKEW/Special

Habersham’s Donnie Warren takes on a defender in the Raiders’ scrimmage on Aug. 2. TOM ASKEW/Special

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Raiders, Indians set for showdown

Lang Storey
Friday, August 16, 2024
   Two bordering counties will clash Friday in Toccoa for the annual season-opening rivalry game between Stephens County and Habersham Central.    The Indians’ starting lineup will look very similar to what the team trotted out in Mt. Airy a year ago.