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On Monday, Michael Baker International Project Manager Charles Adeogon, far right, discussed with the Habersham Airport Commission how the price of steel is affecting its T-Hangar project. Airport commissioner Christopher Limbach, chairman Ken Schubring and County Manager Phil Sutton listen in.

On Monday, Michael Baker International Project Manager Charles Adeogon, far right, discussed with the Habersham Airport Commission how the price of steel is affecting its T-Hangar project. Airport commissioner Christopher Limbach, chairman Ken Schubring and County Manager Phil Sutton listen in.

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Habersham County Airport hangar project hits a roadblock

Chamian Cruz
Wednesday, April 7, 2021
   Companies all over the U.S. are backing out of projects as the price of steel continues to rise. In Habersham County, the price of steel is affecting the airport’s ability to move forward with its long-awaited T-Hangar project.
Madison Ball speaks about her love and fond memories of Caleb Griffis on Monday at Level Grove Baptist Church. Caleb died April 1 in a motorcycle accident.

Madison Ball speaks about her love and fond memories of Caleb Griffis on Monday at Level Grove Baptist Church. Caleb died April 1 in a motorcycle accident.

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Friends, family remember Tallulah Falls graduate's 'spirit, joy and love'

News Staff
Wednesday, April 7, 2021
   The friends and family of Caleb Griffis fondly remembered his life Monday, recalling their memories of a young man who touched the lives of many with his golden heart, competitiveness and love for outdoor adventures.    “He loved life,” Caleb’s uncle The Rev.
Nick Daunch, one of the participants who played Jesus last Friday, is shown with his brothers, Luke and Noah Daunch, playing the two thieves. Marcus Herrera and Jack Butterworth played the guards.

Nick Daunch, one of the participants who played Jesus last Friday, is shown with his brothers, Luke and Noah Daunch, playing the two thieves. Marcus Herrera and Jack Butterworth played the guards.

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Timeless depiction of Good Friday serves as reminder of holiday's true meaning

Cody Rogers
Wednesday, April 7, 2021
   The Easter story has been told countless times, but The Torch church in Demorest provides locals with the unique chance each year to see in person a powerful display of what the first Good Friday looked like around 2,000 years ago.
Cody Jacob Stancil, 27, of Demorest was found dead early on Easter Sunday outside an Eastanollee home from a single gunshot.

Cody Jacob Stancil, 27, of Demorest was found dead early on Easter Sunday outside an Eastanollee home from a single gunshot.

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Demorest man shot to death in Stephens County

Matthew Osborne
Wednesday, April 7, 2021
   A Demorest man died early on Easter Sunday after he was shot at a Stephens County home after an argument between several men took place.
The English Language Acquisition program was started by Jim Miner, a retired teacher, several years ago to help those in the community to better communicate with others. Front row are teacher Brad Meredith, program director Alfredo Jacobo and teacher Maria Lourdes Jeronimo. In the back row are students Virginia Ortega, Sibilina Salinas, Nellida Resendiz, Maria Ernestina Olguin, Alicia Roque, Martha Trejo, Maria Lourdes Zavala, Ana Irma Garcia, Guadalupe Ramirez and Viridiana Morales.

The English Language Acquisition program was started by Jim Miner, a retired teacher, several years ago to help those in the community to better communicate with others. Front row are teacher Brad Meredith, program director Alfredo Jacobo and teacher Maria Lourdes Jeronimo. In the back row are students Virginia Ortega, Sibilina Salinas, Nellida Resendiz, Maria Ernestina Olguin, Alicia Roque, Martha Trejo, Maria Lourdes Zavala, Ana Irma Garcia, Guadalupe Ramirez and Viridiana Morales.

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Program builds confidence while teaching English

Chamian Cruz
Friday, April 2, 2021
   Maria Lourdes Jeronimo laughs about it now, but she still can’t believe that when her daughter was about 6 years old she signed some school documents without knowing any English that she now knows she shouldn’t have signed.
Longtime firefighter Johnny Irvin explains to the Demorest City Council, including Councilmen Jim Welborn and Nathan Davis, his recommendations for a fire truck purchase.

Longtime firefighter Johnny Irvin explains to the Demorest City Council, including Councilmen Jim Welborn and Nathan Davis, his recommendations for a fire truck purchase.

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Demorest may face bid challenge on fire truck

Matthew Osborne
Friday, April 2, 2021
   Demorest seemingly ended its four-month fire truck debate Tuesday night, opting to purchase a more affordable truck proposed last month by Councilman Jim Welborn.
Laura Morrison holds her certificate from the Georgia Retired Educators Association, while her caretaker shows off a portrait of Morrison in her 20’s behind her. BRIAN WELLMEIER/Special

Laura Morrison holds her certificate from the Georgia Retired Educators Association, while her caretaker shows off a portrait of Morrison in her 20’s behind her. BRIAN WELLMEIER/Special

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Longtime educator recalls life of learning, teaching

News Staff
Friday, April 2, 2021
   Early on a bright Tuesday afternoon, Laura Morrison was seated in the living room of the Clarkesville home that she’s lived in for more than 50 years.
Children attending the egg hunt at the Clarkesville First United Methodist Church get ready to scramble for their multi-colored prizes on Saturday morning. SAMANTHA SINCLAIR/CNI News Service

Children attending the egg hunt at the Clarkesville First United Methodist Church get ready to scramble for their multi-colored prizes on Saturday morning. SAMANTHA SINCLAIR/CNI News Service

GALLERY: Easter celebrations start early

News Staff
Thursday, April 1, 2021
   Several churches and community organizations held Easter events last weekend to kick off the holy week.