Opinion & Editorial

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Bear arms, act responsibly

There was a lot of discussion in the community and on social media about the shooting incident that happened in Cornelia on Sept. 3, much of which centered on Second Amendment protections. The Constitution gives us many freedoms, for which we are grateful as Americans.

Celebrating 45 wonderful years

This week K.C and I will celebrate 45 years of marriage. Yes, I am married to a wonderful man, a really good man. I realize that I’m a blessed woman to know that he truly loves me, not because he tells me many times during the day. But he shows me in so many ways.
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More money, more problems

To the editor: I understand the theory that sales tax is fair tax. However, SPLOST tax is more tax. I haven’t seen my property taxes come down. The more money available to decision makers, the more it gets spent. Dave Ruth Clarkesville
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Democrats running wild

To the editor: I want to thank Bruce Hallowell, Jim Threlkeld, Melvin Coley, Bobby Clardy, and another or two whose names I do not recall for their superbly written, educational letters which I wish I were capable of writing.
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Right on, writers

To the editor: I would like to commend two gentlemen, Melvin Foley and Jim Threlkeld, for their Letters to the Editor on Sept. 21. No, you are certainly not alone in the way you both so well put into words.

Atlanta is the straw and the drink

If you’ve ever thrown a party at your home, you know the feeling. Despite tidying up beforehand, once the guests arrive you see your place through their eyes – noticing everything that needs repairing or updating. Now imagine hosting 1,300 people at once. No, they didn’t come to my own house.
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Mountain Traveler available now

After a blistering summer, the perfect place to unwind and relax is with a copy of the fall edition of The Mountain Traveler. This is the time of year when our millions of acres of hardwood forest leaves turn magical colors.

Don’t blink, it goes by in a flash

“Don’t blink.” Everyone said that the second I gave birth to my baby. It wasn’t the first time I heard that popular saying but there is something about experiencing it yourself that really drives the message home.

A little fall of rain can hardly hurt

Mother Nature always reminds us to be careful what we wish for. Two weeks ago, my wish was for one day without rain. This week, as I tote a watering can around after sunset, I can only dream about a gentle, steady evening drizzle.
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Beautiful day for the Big Red Apple

Today is officially the first day of fall. And in Cornelia fall means it’s time for the Big Red Apple Festival. Now in its 34th year, the Big Red Apple Festival offers something for everyone.