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Protesters surrounded the "Cop City" training facility in DeKalb County in January. FILE

Protesters surrounded the "Cop City" training facility in DeKalb County in January. FILE

Habersham DA: No charges in ‘Cop City’ lethal shooting

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Friday, October 6, 2023
   There will be no charges against Georgia State Patrol officers who shot and killed a man at the demonstration at the “Cop City” training center in DeKalb County in January.
More than 500 grams worth of fentanyl pills were seized in a multi-agency investigation. Photo curtesy of Hall County Sheriff’s Office

More than 500 grams worth of fentanyl pills were seized in a multi-agency investigation. Photo curtesy of Hall County Sheriff’s Office

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Investigators intercept $112K fentanyl shipment

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023
   Investigators with the Hall County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO), Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) and the United States Postal Inspection Service recently confiscated more than 550 grams of fentanyl that had been mailed to Hall County.
Rabun County First Responders were recognized for their lifesaving efforts when Daniel “Jack” Smith suffered a stroke in June, during a special ceremony at the Rabun County Senior Center last month. Pictured are Logan Carnes; Beverly Mason; Justin Upchurch; Marilyn Ballew; Mike Carnes; Jane Thomason; Gregg Dover; Daniel “Jack” Smith; Katie Coalley; Kenette Turner; Jonathan Watts; and Tate Nichols. MEGAN HORN/The Clayton Tribune

Rabun County First Responders were recognized for their lifesaving efforts when Daniel “Jack” Smith suffered a stroke in June, during a special ceremony at the Rabun County Senior Center last month. Pictured are Logan Carnes; Beverly Mason; Justin Upchurch; Marilyn Ballew; Mike Carnes; Jane Thomason; Gregg Dover; Daniel “Jack” Smith; Katie Coalley; Kenette Turner; Jonathan Watts; and Tate Nichols. MEGAN HORN/The Clayton Tribune

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Northeast Georgia Medical Center educates about stroke awareness

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023
   It’s important to know the signs of a stroke and Northeast Georgia Health System educates communities on how to detect if a loved one is having a stroke and how to respond with action.
Marvin “Jim Tom” Hedrick became known worldwide for his long run as one of the featured subjects on the Discovery Channel’s show, “Moonshiners.” The Graham County native passed away Sept. 6 and the tributes that poured in painted a universally-beloved picture of “Jim Tom.” THE GRAHAM STAR/File photo

Marvin “Jim Tom” Hedrick became known worldwide for his long run as one of the featured subjects on the Discovery Channel’s show, “Moonshiners.” The Graham County native passed away Sept. 6 and the tributes that poured in painted a universally-beloved picture of “Jim Tom.” THE GRAHAM STAR/File photo

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N.C. moonshine legend ‘Jim Tom’ recalled fondly

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Friday, September 15, 2023
   “I out-slickered ‘em.”    In an interview with The Graham Star in 2013, Marvin “Jim Tom” Hedrick displayed a badge of honor when pointing out he was never arrested for producing moonshine throughout his life.    Hedrick passed away Sept.

The Mountain Traveler cover contest now underway

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Friday, July 14, 2023
With colorful leaves and breathtaking scenery, fall in the Northeast Georgia mountains is the most beautiful time of year. If you have a photograph that represents this beauty, it could be featured on the cover of The Mountain Traveler’s fall 2023 edition.
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Georgia Power monitors summer storm threats

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Friday, June 16, 2023
According to weather forecasts across the state, many Georgia communities may experience isolated or severe summer storms over the next week including high winds, hail and heavy rain.
Melissa Elzey won the Spring 2023 Lake Living cover contest with her capture of the Lake Burton Ski Patriots’ performance on July 4, 2021. She is shown getting her prize from Clayton Tribune publisher Enoch Autry. CLAYTON TRIBUNE/Special

Melissa Elzey won the Spring 2023 Lake Living cover contest with her capture of the Lake Burton Ski Patriots’ performance on July 4, 2021. She is shown getting her prize from Clayton Tribune publisher Enoch Autry. CLAYTON TRIBUNE/Special

Lake Burton Ski Patriots rides onto the Spring 2023 Lake Living cover

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Friday, May 5, 2023
The Lake Burton Ski Patriots rode their skis all the way to the cover of the Spring 2023 Lake Living magazine. Rabun County resident Melissa Elzey captured the patriotic skiers during a performance on July 4, 2021.

FBI warns of new fake police scam

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Wednesday, May 3, 2023
FBI Atlanta is warning the public about a phone scam where individuals are posing as university or college law enforcement officials by calling potential victims regarding outstanding warrants or fines against their children and asking them for payment.

Spring Lake Living cover contest underway

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Wednesday, March 15, 2023
Northeast Georgia lakes are surrounded by beauty year-round, but spring is one of the most beautiful times. Lake Living magazine is now accepting submissions for photography reflecting that beauty, which may be featured on the cover of the magazine’s spring 2023 edition.