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December 2021 community calendar

Community Calendar

News Staff

Wednesday, December 1, 2021

‘Jesus is the Light’ show Mt Carmel Baptist Church presents “Jesus is the Light “... A drive-thru Christmas Story. Starting Nov. 29 through Dec. 31 from 6 - 10 p.m. each night. Come experience the miracle of Christmas, as we make much of Jesus! Mt.

Ty Akins and Jason E. Hogan

County commission runoff results Tuesday night

News Staff

Tuesday, November 30, 2021

Ty Akins unofficially defeated Jason E. Hogan to become the District 5 county commissioner Tuesday night in a runoff. With just 4.65% of voters participating, Akins had 836 votes to 480 for Hogan.

How do you cook a turkey?

How to cook a turkey

News Staff

Wednesday, November 24, 2021

Seventeen students from Mrs. Lynn Augustine and Mrs. Amber Pirkle's kindergarten class at Woodville Elementary School answered The Northeast Georgian’s annual question, “How do you cook a turkey?” These are their responses. I shoot a turkey at a farm and bring it to my house.

Pastor Sam Negron prays with clients at Grace Gate Clinic. CAROL JOHNSON/Submitted

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Grace Gate looks to grow its presence in the community

Brian Wellmeier

Wednesday, November 24, 2021

Carol Johnson, the president of Grace Gate Clinc’s Board of Directors, said her organization serves about 200 active Habersham County clients who otherwise wouldn’t have access to healthcare.

Todd Harper receives the Habersham County Friend of Agriculture award at Friday’s breakfast event from Barbara Rhodes, Habersham Chamber ambassador. BRIAN WELLMEIER/Staff

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Farm Bureau’s best earn their due honors

Brian Wellmeier

Wednesday, November 24, 2021

During National Farm City Week, the Habersham County Farm Bureau held an event recognizing farmers at North Georgia Technical College Friday, with nearly 100 local leaders and members of the community in attendance showing their support for local agriculture.

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Free Thanksgiving meal offered in Cornelia on Thursday

News Staff

Tuesday, November 23, 2021

A free Thanksgiving meal will be served at the Cornelia Community House from 11:30 a.m. to around 3:30 p.m. Thursday. Cornelia Fire Chief Billy Jenkins has helped organize the dinner for five straight years, including during the COVID-19 spike last year.

2021 Shop Local coloring contest

Shop Local coloring contest

News Staff

Tuesday, November 23, 2021

The winner will be eligible for a $10 McDonald’s gift card and will be recognized in the Dec. 3 edition of The Northeast Georgian. The deadline to submit your picture is Monday, Nov. 29. There will be winners selected from three age groups, 3-5 years old, 6-9 years old and 10-12 years old.

Mt. Airy Mayor Gary Morris listens to folks say nice things about him Friday at the Mt. Airy Schoolhouse building along with his wife Joan. MATTHEW OSBORNE/Staff

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Morris comes full circle, says goodbye

Matthew Osborne

Tuesday, November 23, 2021

Gary Morris studied at the old Mt. Airy schoolhouse for almost two years as a child. Later, as a councilman and mayor of the town, he fought to keep it from being torn down.

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Vaughn’s deal extended

Matthew Osborne

Tuesday, November 23, 2021

Interim County Manager Alicia Vaughn’s contract was extended Thursday night – more or less. Vaughn’s current contract runs through Jan. 12, but the Board of Commissioners expressed concern that their permanent choice for the position would not be ready by then.

Michelle Smith works behind the counter at Side Street Deli in Cornelia. BRIAN WELLMEIER/Staff

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Kadaydles and Side Street Deli formed partnership amid COVID

Brian Wellmeier

Friday, November 19, 2021

An unlikely alliance formed between two local sub-shop competitors during the COVID-19 pandemic, as deli owners Mike Ryals and Michelle Smith both faced similar obstacles in terms of costs and supply.