Battle of the Bands Contest to Benefit Pancreatic Cancer Research Hopewell Baptist Church will host a Battle of the Bands contest to benefit pancreatic cancer research in support of youth worship leader Robbie Miller, who has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. The event will feature several Atlanta-based worship bands competing for the Battle of the Bands title, along with special guest speakers, including Miller sharing his personal story. Donations and proceeds from the event will support pancreatic cancer research. Come out and wear purple to show your support. The event will be held 6:00-10:00 p.m., May 10, at Extreme Life youth center at Hopewell Baptist Church, 78 Ridge Road, Canton.
Cherokee County FES Best in Region Cherokee County Fire and Emergency Services was honored with the Region 1 EMS Service of the Year Award at the Region 1 EMS awards banquet, held recently in Dalton, Ga. The Region I EMS Service of the Year Award is presented to any Region 1 EMS Service, Licensed First Responder Service or Air Ambulance Service that has maintained a high performance level and spotless record; made improvements or contributions that benefit the citizens it serves; and contributed significantly by going above and beyond the call of duty at the community, regional and state level. Cherokee County Fire and Emergency Services also won the Region 1 EMS Service of the Year Award in 2008. This award automatically places Cherokee County Fire and Emergency Services as a nominee for the statewide award, to be presented May 22. In addition, Cherokee County Fire and Emergency Services Medical Director Dr. Jill Mabley was honored with the Dr. Virginia Hamilton Special Service Award. This award is given to a person who has given outstanding contributions to the development, implementation and delivery of emergency medical services in Region 1 and the state of Georgia.
Cherokee County Fire and Emergency Services Donates to Goshen Valley Boys Ranch Cherokee County Fire and Emergency Services presented a check for $2,930 to Zach Blend, director of Residential Life at the Goshen Valley Boys Ranch, located in the Salacoa area of Cherokee County. The donation was from the fire departments winnings from the recent Guns and Hoses 5K Run. The purpose of Goshen Valley Boys Ranch is to provide hope and a family-model home for boys who do not have either. According to Blend, the money will be used to pay for fees in order for the boys to play any of the sports offered at Cherokee High School.
Historical Society Honors Local Preservation Efforts The Cherokee County Historical Societys annual Preservation Awards Banquet, held March 21 at Northside Hospital-Cherokee Conference Center at the Bluffs, recognized four businesses and individuals for their achievement in historic preservation. Properties were judged by the attention given to preserving historic features and maintaining the integrity of initial design. Those receiving a 2014 Historic Preservation Award were: McCanless Park Scout Hut, Canton Constructed around 1940, the Scout Hut was provided by the McCanless families in honor of William (Bill) McCanless, son of Eugene and Hettie McCanless, and Cantons first known Eagle Scout. Boy Scout Troup 241 renovated the Scout Hut, taking care to maintain the historic integrity while making necessary upgrades to keep it functional for an active scout troup. Fackler-Hendrix Home, Canton This Craftsman style home built in 1923 by Newman and Edna Fackler stayed in the Fackler family until the late 1980s, when it was purchased by Quinn and Martha Hendrix. Martha lived in the home until 2010 and began the renovation that was completed by her son, Greg, and his wife, Katherine. Ball Ground City Gym, Ball Ground The Ball Ground City Gym was built as a community project for the Ball Ground School in 1948-49. The City of Ball Ground purchased the gym when the school closed in 2012 and made extensive repairs to the roof, upgraded the electrical system and refinished the floors. The gym has truly become a community center and is being used for more than 16 games each week. R&M Hoagie Shop, Canton This one-story brick building built prior to 1918 was used as a barbershop in the 1930s and 1940s, and as the R&M Hoagie Shop since the 1970s. Mike Deluca and his family completed a renovation of the building, exposing the old brick walls and original wood floors and removing the dropped ceiling to reveal the original ceiling and skylight.
Canton Resident Honored by Georgia DAR Navy veteran Tom Doner of Canton was recently awarded a Veterans Volunteer Award by the Hightower Trail Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), recognizing outstanding achievement, including patriotism and public awareness of veterans. Doner, a Korean Conflict veteran, currently volunteers at the Georgia National Cemetery. Doner was also selected as top honoree by the Georgia Society of the DAR.
Holly Springs One of Georgias Safest Cities Holly Springs has been ranked as the No. 4 safest city in Georgia on The SafeWise Report, which ranks the 50 safest cities in Georgia. To compile the report, SafeWise used the most recent FBI crime data from 2012, population, and other ranking factors, including unique safety initiatives and security programs implemented within the past few years. What is most impressive to me about a state like Georgia is the collective dedication to both personal and community safety, said Carolyn Heneghan, SafeWise security analyst. Of the 50 cities we recognized, its not just the small towns but also the bigger cities that all take part in keeping themselves, their neighbors, and their children safe.