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Olivia Whitfield, Administrative Assistant at Habersham County Animal Care and Control, cuddles Redman, a favorite of many at the rescue. JOHN DILLS/Staff

Olivia Whitfield, Administrative Assistant at Habersham County Animal Care and Control, cuddles Redman, a favorite of many at the rescue. JOHN DILLS/Staff

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Animal shelter doing all it can for furry friends

John Dills
Friday, October 28, 2022
Habersham County Animal Shelter is experiencing an overflow of animals coming into their care. This has led to compatible animals or a bonded pair being put into the same housing and the shelter having to refer anyone bringing an animal to look for a suitable home before drop-off.
Baldwin is preparing to replace its police fleet through a leasing program to save the city money over the life of the fleet. JOHN DILLS/Staff

Baldwin is preparing to replace its police fleet through a leasing program to save the city money over the life of the fleet. JOHN DILLS/Staff

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Baldwin set to lease new police fleet

John Dills
Friday, October 28, 2022
The City of Baldwin approved a plan Monday to lease a new set of police cruisers. Six Chevrolet Tahoes will take the place of worn-down police vehicles.
Members of Tallulah Falls School’s Pit Vipers are shown with Seven-time World BBQ Champion Melissa Cookston (middle). Team members include (from left) Matthew Wolfe, Jake Owensby, Jackson Carlan, Teyrk Tilley, Merrick Carnes, Marc Crotta and Brooke Hayes. SASSY HAYES/Submitted

Members of Tallulah Falls School’s Pit Vipers are shown with Seven-time World BBQ Champion Melissa Cookston (middle). Team members include (from left) Matthew Wolfe, Jake Owensby, Jackson Carlan, Teyrk Tilley, Merrick Carnes, Marc Crotta and Brooke Hayes. SASSY HAYES/Submitted

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Pit Vipers bring home another title

John Dills
Wednesday, October 26, 2022
Memphis was the location of the stiffest competition yet for the Tallulah Falls School Pit Vipers barbecue competition teams, but they still came home with a championship. Seven-time World BBQ Champion Melissa Cookston hosted the World Jr. BBQ Championships on Oct.
Habersham EMC journeyman team of Tucker Dyer, Dillon Welborn, and Robert Morris compete in an event at the International Lineman’s Rodeo. SUBMITTED

Habersham EMC journeyman team of Tucker Dyer, Dillon Welborn, and Robert Morris compete in an event at the International Lineman’s Rodeo. SUBMITTED

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Best in the world when trouble’s on the line

Kimberly Brown
Wednesday, October 26, 2022
When the power goes out, utility line workers are first to the scene and work long, hard hours to restore electricity. Doing that requires skill, dedication and training.
Political signs are everywhere as early voting enters its second week. The election concludes on Nov. 8. MATTHEW OSBORNE/Staff

Political signs are everywhere as early voting enters its second week. The election concludes on Nov. 8. MATTHEW OSBORNE/Staff

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Early voting starts at record pace

John Dills
Wednesday, October 26, 2022
Habersham County has seen a big turnout for early voting, as 4,859 people had already placed their vote either by mail, in person or electronically in the first week it was open. Across the state, more than 758,000 voters ran to the polls in the opening week of early voting.

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Horton exits as Chamber president

Matthew Osborne
Wednesday, October 26, 2022
Mary Beth Horton resigned this week as president of the Habersham County Chamber of Commerce after serving in that role for four years. Horton has been a major part of community events since then, making her presence known at nearly every big happening in Habersham County during that time.
Joy Burrell and Helen Dove get off the Habersham County Senior Center’s new transit bus with a smile. JOHN DILLS/Staff

Joy Burrell and Helen Dove get off the Habersham County Senior Center’s new transit bus with a smile. JOHN DILLS/Staff

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Seniors enjoying their new ride

John Dills
Wednesday, October 26, 2022
Habersham County Senior Center recently upgraded its transportation after a worn-down engine gave out. The senior center, a place where Habersham County locals over the age of 60 can come together, has raised enough money with the help of their community to purchase a bus.
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Community Calendar

News Staff
Wednesday, October 26, 2022
Mushroom workshop set: Creating A Shiitake Mushroom Log will be the topic of a hands-on, outdoor event on Friday, Oct. 28 sponsored by the Headwaters Master Gardener volunteer group.
Habersham Central’s Nolan Penick and Ansley Broome won best performer at the Georgia Theatre Conference. JEREMY BISHOP/Submitted

Habersham Central’s Nolan Penick and Ansley Broome won best performer at the Georgia Theatre Conference. JEREMY BISHOP/Submitted

Stage Raiders honored at conference

News Staff
Wednesday, October 26, 2022
Two Habersham Stage Raiders returned from the Georgia Theatre Conference with best performer awards. Seniors Ansley Broome and Nolan Penick won for their performances of Mary and William in “Tuesdays and Sundays” for the Ray Horne One Act Competition at the conference in Kingsland Oct. 12-15.