April 2022 - Monthly Archive

19 Apr

Titles & Blurbs

Tiffany

576

Jyl Craven Hair Design

A Modern Salon Experience By Anna Teal Getting a new hairstyle is a simple thing, yet it can be so empowering. A visit to the salon can do wonders to boost confidence and lift one’s spirits. G... read more..

19 Apr

Titles & Blurbs

Tiffany

462

Mother Knows Best

Since all mothers and mother figures have their own unique approach and personality when raising children, Family Life thought it would be fun to share advice that some of our contributors have receiv... read more..

19 Apr

Titles & Blurbs

Tiffany

376

Teacher Feature: Jon Gustin

Since all mothers and mother figures have their own unique approach and personality when raising children, Family Life thought it would be fun to share advice that some of our contributors have receiv... read more..

19 Apr

Titles & Blurbs

Tiffany

382

Public Safety: Kids Don’t Float!

By Lisa M. Grisham, CPSTI Safe Kids Cherokee County works diligently during the spring and summer to remind everyone to be safe in and around water. At Lake Allatoona and two locations on the E... read more..

19 Apr

Titles & Blurbs

Tiffany

458

Artist Profile: Brenda Pinnick

Finding Beauty in the Everyday By Ellen Samsell Salas Plein air artist Brenda Pinnick sets out in the early mornings, the back of her SUV loaded with a wagon, tripod, linen canvasses, and her pochade ... read more..

19 Apr

Titles & Blurbs

Tiffany

303

Book Review: How To Grow a Monster

By John Rodgers While Cherokee County students celebrate the end of the school year this month, younger readers are looking forward to a different kind of graduation ceremony at their public library. ... read more..

19 Apr

Community - Canton

Stephanie Bolton

208

Business Is Blooming Art Contest Winner

Jack Shampine, owner of J. Lyndon Financial, painted the winning entry for the Business Is Blooming art contest, which was sponsored by Menagerie on Main. The contest was open to all downtown Canton b... read more..

Canton’s City Planner Selected for 2022 GeorgiaForward Young Gamechangers Cohort

19 Apr

Community - Canton

Stephanie Bolton

208

Canton’s City Planner Selected for 2022 GeorgiaForward Young Gamechangers Cohort

GeorgiaForward recently selected Canton City Planner Brittany Anderson as one of the 50 evolving professionals to serve the organization’s 2022 Young Gamechangers (YG) program. YG is a unique leadersh... read more..

Cherokee By Choice 2.0: A Launchpad for Big, Bold Action

19 Apr

Community - Canton

Stephanie Bolton

209

Cherokee By Choice 2.0: A Launchpad for Big, Bold Action

Cherokee Office of Economic Development (COED) recently announced the launch of Cherokee By Choice (CBC) 2.0 – a strategic plan that guides Cherokee’s economic development efforts forward over the nex... read more..

19 Apr

Community - Woodstock

Stephanie Bolton

313

Cherokee By Choice 2.0: A Launchpad for Big, Bold Action (2)

Cherokee Office of Economic Development (COED) recently announced the launch of Cherokee By Choice (CBC) 2.0 – a strategic plan that guides Cherokee’s economic development efforts forward over the nex... read more..

State Awards Cherokee $3.9 Million for Road Project

19 Apr

Community - Canton

Stephanie Bolton

195

State Awards Cherokee $3.9 Million for Road Project

Gov. Brian Kemp recently announced a $17 million investment in transportation infrastructure projects across Georgia, and Cherokee County will receive $3.9 million from the Georgia Transportation Infr... read more..

19 Apr

Community - Woodstock

Stephanie Bolton

258

State Awards Cherokee $3.9 Million for Road Project (2)

Gov. Brian Kemp recently announced a $17 million investment in transportation infrastructure projects across Georgia, and Cherokee County will receive $3.9 million from the Georgia Transportation Infr... read more..

Cherokee County Firefighters Recognized for Two Awards

19 Apr

Community - Canton

Stephanie Bolton

223

Cherokee County Firefighters Recognized for Two Awards

The Georgia Emergency Medical Services Association (GEMSA) recently recognized 13 Cherokee County firefighters with two statewide awards.The Tim Peebles Champion of Children Excellence and Advocacy Aw... read more..

19 Apr

Community - Woodstock

Stephanie Bolton

245

Cherokee County Firefighters Recognized for Two Awards (2)

The Georgia Emergency Medical Services Association (GEMSA) recently recognized 13 Cherokee County firefighters with two statewide awards.The Tim Peebles Champion of Children Excellence and Advocacy Aw... read more..

Reveille for Hope Breakfast To Raise Funds for Veteran Community Center

19 Apr

Community - Woodstock

Stephanie Bolton

273

Reveille for Hope Breakfast To Raise Funds for Veteran Community Center

The Highland Rivers Foundation will host the Reveille for Hope breakfast on May 12, from 7:30-9:00am at Venue 92 (12015 Highway 92, Woodstock). The fundraiser will benefit the Green Zone Veterans Comm... read more..

Woodstock’s Market Street Receives Improvements

19 Apr

Community - Woodstock

Stephanie Bolton

255

Woodstock’s Market Street Receives Improvements

The Woodstock Downtown Development Authority (DDA) recently completed an artificial turf project along Market Street in downtown Woodstock. Market vendors and shoppers have been asking for improvement... read more..

19 Apr

Community - Canton

Stephanie Bolton

265

A New Park for Hickory Flat

The Cherokee Board of Commissioners recently voted to purchase 40.7 acres on East Cherokee Drive in Hickory Flat for $3.2 million. Recreation and Parks Director Jay Worley told commissioners in April ... read more..

19 Apr

Community - Woodstock

Stephanie Bolton

231

A New Park for Hickory Flat

The Cherokee Board of Commissioners recently voted to purchase 40.7 acres on East Cherokee Drive in Hickory Flat for $3.2 million. Recreation and Parks Director Jay Worley told commissioners in April ... read more..

Cherokee County School District Announcements

19 Apr

Community - Woodstock

Stephanie Bolton

269

Cherokee County School District Announcements

• CCSD Schools Earn Top AP HonorsFor the 12th consecutive year, CCSD high schools have earned top honors for outstanding Advanced Placement (AP) programs and performance. All CCSD high schools have be... read more..

19 Apr

Community - Canton

Stephanie Bolton

224

Cherokee County School District Announcements (2)

• CCSD Schools Earn Top AP HonorsFor the 12th consecutive year, CCSD high schools have earned top honors for outstanding Advanced Placement (AP) programs and performance. All CCSD high schools have be... read more..