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Megan Broome/The Clayton Tribune. Elizabeth Harper is now cancer free after being diagnosed in December 2018. She said that it was detected in its early stages and strongly encourages women to get routine mammograms.

Megan Broome/The Clayton Tribune. Elizabeth Harper is now cancer free after being diagnosed in December 2018. She said that it was detected in its early stages and strongly encourages women to get routine mammograms.

Early detection is vital, cancer survivor says

News Staff
Tuesday, October 22, 2019
Just because you can’t see or feel something, doesn’t mean it’s not there and Elizabeth Harper learned this first-hand when she was diagnosed with breast cancer last December at age 59. “When they found my cancer, it was very small and in the beginning stages,” Harper said.
Southern Tours & Charles Ernst/ Wineries have their own distinct style and wines to enjoy, and wine tours help guests experience multiple venues.

Southern Tours & Charles Ernst/ Wineries have their own distinct style and wines to enjoy, and wine tours help guests experience multiple venues.

MOUNTAIN TRAVELER: All aboard a wine tour

News Staff
Monday, October 21, 2019
White County is in the heart of North Georgia wine country, and with plenty of vineyards, wineries, and tasting rooms, many visitors are turning to wine tours for a leisurely way to experience the area.
Stephanie Hill/ The Folk Pottery Museum also houses a featured exhibit that changes twice a year. Shown is an exhibit from Dave Drake, an enslaved African-American master potter and poet from the 1800s.

Stephanie Hill/ The Folk Pottery Museum also houses a featured exhibit that changes twice a year. Shown is an exhibit from Dave Drake, an enslaved African-American master potter and poet from the 1800s.

MOUNTAIN TRAVELER: Pieces of the past

News Staff
Monday, October 21, 2019
Pottery can tell a story, and the Folk Pottery Museum of Northeast Georgia is home to many tales. Located on the campus of the Sautee Nacoochee Center (SNC), the museum was built in 2006, and was a gift to the community from Kay and Dean Swanson, said Patrick Brennan, SNC executive director.
Megan Broome/The Clayton Tribune. Wiley Perreault, 10, poses with Smokey Bear at Wander North Georgia on Monday. Representatives of the Georgia Forestry Commission walked around downtown Clayton to educate the community on fire risk during a drought and how to prevent wildfires.

Megan Broome/The Clayton Tribune. Wiley Perreault, 10, poses with Smokey Bear at Wander North Georgia on Monday. Representatives of the Georgia Forestry Commission walked around downtown Clayton to educate the community on fire risk during a drought and how to prevent wildfires.

Despite recent rainfall, wildfire danger remains high, officials say

News Staff
Friday, October 18, 2019
Despite a forecast of rain in the next few days, conditions in the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest are very dry and the fire danger is high, forestry officials say.
Christina Santee/ Scott Hulsey pours a glass full of one of his crisp, handcrafted beers in the brewery he owns with is father, Gary Hulsey.

Christina Santee/ Scott Hulsey pours a glass full of one of his crisp, handcrafted beers in the brewery he owns with is father, Gary Hulsey.

Mountain Traveler: Wet your whistle at Whistle Top Brew Co.

Christina Santee
Monday, October 7, 2019
For several years, Whistle Top Brew Co. has been a permanent fixture in the facade of downtown Cornelia, offering patrons a laid-back hub where they can wet their whistle, pair it with some grub and enjoy that weekend’s lineup of live entertainment. Wet your whistle at Whistle Top Brew Co.
Eric Pereira/ Cornelia Tourism Coordinator Brittain Williams and her dogs Cerin and Tara are shown at the Cornelia Depot. Visitors are allowed to bring their dogs into the Cornelia Historic Train Depot and Museum.

Eric Pereira/ Cornelia Tourism Coordinator Brittain Williams and her dogs Cerin and Tara are shown at the Cornelia Depot. Visitors are allowed to bring their dogs into the Cornelia Historic Train Depot and Museum.

Mountain Traveler: Cornelia welcomes furry visitors

Eric Pereira
Monday, October 7, 2019
As you're shopping in Cornelia, you may notice a trend: select businesses have chosen to welcome pets into their stores. This allows the pets to meet new people, smell new smells, and possibly score some water or a treat.
Wayne Knuckles/ The views from Rabun Bald are said to stretch for more than 100 miles when conditions are favorable.

Wayne Knuckles/ The views from Rabun Bald are said to stretch for more than 100 miles when conditions are favorable.

Mountain Traveler: Be Impressed by Rabun Bald

News Staff
Monday, October 7, 2019
According to Native American legend, Rabun Bald is inhabited by fire-breathing demon people, and some campers still report hearing strange sounds at night. But the spectacular views from the summit ó stretching more than 100 miles on a clear day ó are no myth.
Photo/Chamian Cruz Tallulah Gorge State Park is holding three whitewater-watching hikes in November, offering participants a unique experience to watch kayakers maneuver the Tallulah River. Shown is the river.

Photo/Chamian Cruz Tallulah Gorge State Park is holding three whitewater-watching hikes in November, offering participants a unique experience to watch kayakers maneuver the Tallulah River. Shown is the river.

Mountain Traveler: Hike to the whitewater

Chamian Cruz
Friday, October 4, 2019
Tallulah Gorge State Park (TGSP) is known for its gorgeous views, and hundreds of thousands of people visit the park year-round. This fall, starting Nov.
George and Andy on the guitars

George and Andy on the guitars

Enjoy a fun evening downtown in Hayesville, NC

News Staff
Wednesday, October 2, 2019
   Fall weather should provide the perfect setting for the 7th annual 2019 Steins & Wine Around the Square. Craft beer enthusiasts, wine connoisseurs and many non-drinkers will enjoy the variety offered at the event. From 4 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct.