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Amy Sullivan paints on the front porch of Canvas and Cork, a wine tasting room and art gallery located on the corner of Dahlonega’s downtown Hancock Park. PHOTO BY CAITLIN JETT

Amy Sullivan paints on the front porch of Canvas and Cork, a wine tasting room and art gallery located on the corner of Dahlonega’s downtown Hancock Park. PHOTO BY CAITLIN JETT

Finding a way in folk art

News Staff
Thursday, December 5, 2019
Amy Sullivan graduated with a degree in law, and was at the top of her class. She then obtained a high-end job in Atlanta as a corporate real estate lawyer after graduation and got “swept away into corporate America.”  But something was off.
Soon-to-be U.S. Sen. Kelly Loeffler is introduced by Gov. Brian Kemp at a press conference Wednesday announcing her appointment to Congress for one year. Photo courtesy of Gov. Brian Kemp's office.

Soon-to-be U.S. Sen. Kelly Loeffler is introduced by Gov. Brian Kemp at a press conference Wednesday announcing her appointment to Congress for one year. Photo courtesy of Gov. Brian Kemp's office.

Loeffler tapped over Collins as new Georgia Senator

Matthew Osborne
Thursday, December 5, 2019
   Gov. Brian Kemp went against President Trump’s recommendation Wednesday when he selected businesswoman Kelly Loeffler over U.S. Rep. Doug Collins (R-Gainesville) to fill the U.S. Senate seat left by the retiring Johnny Isakson.
Chaz Parks jumped into married life alongside his team of groomsmen at Yonah Mountain Vineyards. THE TALENTED PHOTOGRAPHER

Chaz Parks jumped into married life alongside his team of groomsmen at Yonah Mountain Vineyards. THE TALENTED PHOTOGRAPHER

UNWIND: Finding a happily ever after among the vines

News Staff
Tuesday, December 3, 2019
Our local wineries go out of their way to prevent Bridezilla meltdowns. They start with picture-perfect views of rolling hills crosshatched with vines that lend a spirit of symmetrical harmony to the scene, along with a liberal pouring policy with their homegrown libations.
Small cities deal with drivers coming in at high speeds

Small cities deal with drivers coming in at high speeds

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Cities refute 'speed trap' report data

Matthew Osborne
Wednesday, November 27, 2019
   As local drivers took to the roads this week for the official beginning to the holiday season, they had to watch their speedometer closely as they headed to grandmother’s house.
Matt Aiken/ Tantrum Brewery

Matt Aiken/ Tantrum Brewery

UNWIND: Brew Gurus. Business is hopping at Tantrum

News Staff
Friday, November 22, 2019
Ross Crumpton just couldn’t bring himself to sign on the dotted line. It was 2016 and the White County native was about to start a life in Oklahoma with a longterm career in natural gas power generation.  There was only one problem. “I absolutely hated it,” he said.
Moonrise DIstillery owner Doug Nassaur shows some of the many bourbon-related products offered for sale at the Clayton distillery.

Moonrise DIstillery owner Doug Nassaur shows some of the many bourbon-related products offered for sale at the Clayton distillery.

Man and the moonrise

News Staff
Thursday, November 14, 2019
A small, family-operated craft distillery in Rabun County is poised to make a big splash in the world of artisanal whiskey. Moonrise Distillery is not just another company seeking to cash in on the growing craft distillery business in Georgia.
The 2018 Winter Lake Living cover photo was taken by Melissa Elzey of Tiger. The deadline for photo entries for the 2019 Winter Lake Living cover contest is Wednesday, Nov. 6.

The 2018 Winter Lake Living cover photo was taken by Melissa Elzey of Tiger. The deadline for photo entries for the 2019 Winter Lake Living cover contest is Wednesday, Nov. 6.

Lake Living Cover Contest Underway

News Staff
Monday, November 4, 2019
Do you have a great photo of a winter lake scene? Have you caught a fabulous fish on an area lake? Lake Living is now accepting submissions for photography that could be featured on the cover of the magazine’s winter 2019 edition.
Deer TB Graphic

Deer TB Graphic

Be wary of TB in deer

News Staff
Monday, October 28, 2019
Earlier this month and in the thick of deer season, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention warned that deer “can transmit certain strains of tuberculosis to hunters.”  The danger comes during the field-dressing process.
The Ritz Theatre's marquee lights up Doyle Street in downtown Toccoa

The Ritz Theatre's marquee lights up Doyle Street in downtown Toccoa

MOUNTAIN TRAVELER: Puttin' on the Ritz

News Staff
Tuesday, October 22, 2019
Season 3 of the Night at the Ritz series will continue through May 2020, at Toccoa’s restored and historic Ritz Theatre.