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Tanner and Mish Pirkle are the proud owners of Mountain Automotive, and opened their doors to Habersham and other communities in April. JOHN DILLS/Staff

Tanner and Mish Pirkle are the proud owners of Mountain Automotive, and opened their doors to Habersham and other communities in April. JOHN DILLS/Staff

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Family forges on with home, business after fire

John Dills
Friday, June 2, 2023
Almost being a historic part of the county, Mountain Automotive sits in the building that was previously home to Vann Oil in Cornelia. Owners Tanner and Mish Pirkle are seeking their true happiness, and the first stop for Tanner is his own shop.
Brad White and Mike Miller bring a mattress inside the home beside Victory Baptist Church. Originally a larger house, the unit was split to accommodate two small families or two individuals. JOHN DILLS/Staff

Brad White and Mike Miller bring a mattress inside the home beside Victory Baptist Church. Originally a larger house, the unit was split to accommodate two small families or two individuals. JOHN DILLS/Staff

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Ministry works hard to help Habersham’s homeless

John Dills
Friday, June 2, 2023
There are many local programs helping families and individuals in need, and Habersham Homeless Ministries (HHM) takes that help one step further by providing those who do not have a home with adequate shelter through troublesome times.
Habersham Central’s Sataria Cantrell battles in the lane against Gainesville High during her senior season. FILE

Habersham Central’s Sataria Cantrell battles in the lane against Gainesville High during her senior season. FILE

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Cantrell commits for JUCO hoops in Kansas

Lang Storey
Friday, June 2, 2023
Habersham Central graduate and Lady Raider basketball standout Sataria Cantrell has found her next home. Cantrell, who graduated last Friday, committed to Allen Community College in Iola, Kan. over the weekend.
The Future Raiders campers for 2023 enjoyed their three days working on the field with Raider coaches and players. LANG STOREY/Staff

The Future Raiders campers for 2023 enjoyed their three days working on the field with Raider coaches and players. LANG STOREY/Staff

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Future Raiders have fun in three-day camp

Lang Storey
Friday, June 2, 2023
Habersham Central hosted its annual “Future Raiders” summer football camp Tuesday through Thursday of this week on John Larry Black Field at Raider Stadium.
Addie Higbie scored 43 goals this season. AUSTIN POFFENBERGER/Special

Addie Higbie scored 43 goals this season. AUSTIN POFFENBERGER/Special

Tallulah Falls says goodbye to two all-time legends

News Staff
Friday, June 2, 2023
Higbie’s goals go beyond the pitch Rewind to March of 2020. We all know the significance of that time in history, when COVID wrecked the nation and halted just about everything. What most athletes felt during that period was a renewed sense of purpose and a clarity to why they play the game.
Grant-Reeves Honor Guard members (from left) Rob Wallace, Roy Albea, Barry Church, Ronnie Dotson and Bob Trousdale bow their heads while listening to the Memorial Day remarks Monday morning, MATTHEW OSBORNE/Staff

Grant-Reeves Honor Guard members (from left) Rob Wallace, Roy Albea, Barry Church, Ronnie Dotson and Bob Trousdale bow their heads while listening to the Memorial Day remarks Monday morning, MATTHEW OSBORNE/Staff

‘Worth fighting for … worth dying for’

Matthew Osborne
Wednesday, May 31, 2023
Citizens joined veterans at two ceremonies Monday to honor soldiers who have given their lives for the United States on Memorial Day. The first was held at the VFW Memorial Park, with full honor guard salute and Taps for the fallen.
Habersham Central seniors Dan Griswold and Cody Thomas hug while parents and siblings rush the field to find their graduates. ZACH TAYLOR/Special

Habersham Central seniors Dan Griswold and Cody Thomas hug while parents and siblings rush the field to find their graduates. ZACH TAYLOR/Special

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Seniors have their final Day of the Raider

Emma Marti
Wednesday, May 31, 2023
Habersham Central High School said goodbye to the Class of 2023 on Friday night as the stands of the John Larry Black Field were packed with friends, parents and supporters from every end of the county to celebrate the graduates.
Construction vehicles prepare the land for the future Cornelia Marriott across the street from the current Hampton Inn.

Construction vehicles prepare the land for the future Cornelia Marriott across the street from the current Hampton Inn.

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Construction of Cornelia Marriott picks up steam

John Dills
Friday, May 26, 2023
   Habersham County’s newest hotel is on the route to completion, even though there have been obstacles along the way. The hotel is looking to a completion date at the end of 2024, with many hoping this is the final timeline.
Past United Way President Bob Cook gets a round of applause and appreciation at Thursday’s breakfast at North Technical College.

Past United Way President Bob Cook gets a round of applause and appreciation at Thursday’s breakfast at North Technical College.

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Community partners honored by United Way

Matthew Osborne
Friday, May 26, 2023
   The Habersham County United Way held its annual meeting Thursday to honor those people and organizations who supported them in 2022.
Habersham Central’s AP Capstone candidates gather after receiving their medals. The students will be called candidates until they receive their AP Testing scores. Back row are (from left) Jacob Grady, Hayden Hulsey, Cooper Smith, Canon Wilbanks, Emma Murray, Grayson Means and Hunter Tatum. Front row are (from left) Naomi Witter, Ryan Martin, Emily Irvin, Roberto Rios-Martinez and Ava Gruszczinski.

Habersham Central’s AP Capstone candidates gather after receiving their medals. The students will be called candidates until they receive their AP Testing scores. Back row are (from left) Jacob Grady, Hayden Hulsey, Cooper Smith, Canon Wilbanks, Emma Murray, Grayson Means and Hunter Tatum. Front row are (from left) Naomi Witter, Ryan Martin, Emily Irvin, Roberto Rios-Martinez and Ava Gruszczinski.

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Capstone Raiders honored as Class of 2023’s best and brightest

Emma Marti
Friday, May 26, 2023
   Just 48 hours before they’re set to graduate, 12 Habersham Central students received their AP Capstone medals.    Held at The Commons on Piedmont University’s campus, the 12 students, joined by their families and some teachers, were celebrated for their academic achievements.