Now is the time

Mayor Barrie Aycock looked around the room during Clarkesville’s meetings Monday night with a question — did anyone know someone willing to run for office?

Take the next step

Imagine starting your dream business, pouring your energy and money into it, only to come to the realization months later that you can no longer sustain it. According to data from the U.S.

Leadership needed in Baldwin

From water issues to financial issues, Baldwin is struggling. Fortunately, leaders are trying to fix these issues, but seeing the ire of residents on multiple occasions, it may be too late.

Thoughts on the new son of Krypton

There’s a new Superman movie, and it’s not bad. I’ll admit my expectations were low, and I was mentally preparing myself for the emotional charge if the John Williams theme played, so my perception from one viewing may be a tad skewed.

Hoping for no news

When we saw the rack of raincoats on sale this weekend, my little one reminded me he needed a new one for camp. He immediately pulled out a camo print one, and, impressed, said, “They make raincoats in camo?” “It looks like it,” I told him.

Coming together

  One thing is for certain – Demorest knows how to throw a party for our nation’s birthday.

Letters to the Editor

Greater FDA guidance needed on tobacco harm reduction   To the editor:   A recent survey of healthcare practitioners uncovered a concerning misunderstanding of the role that nicotine plays in the adverse health effects associated with smoking cigarettes.

Cursive comeback

There are several new laws and policies in effect right now, and one of the most interesting is how we teach handwriting. Anyone who has seen a teenager briefly freeze in a sort of panic when asked to simply sign their name knows the need for a greater emphasis on cursive handwriting education.

Too much time together

It’s happened. We’ve reached that part of summer vacation where the kids can’t stand each other and are constantly fighting over every little thing. While the boys love spending time together, every summer we reach a point where it’s been too much time together.

Made in Habersham

There’s something about knowing something was made in Habersham. It’s an unmistakable homegrown satisfaction, whether you personally played a role or not. And there’s also joy when you overhear someone mentioning they traveled specifically to Habersham for an item or experience here.