2019 - Monthly Archive

Alpharetta Symphony Orchestra 2018/2019 Youth Concerto Competition Winners to Perform

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Alpharetta Symphony Orchestra 2018/2019 Youth Concerto Competition Winners to Perform

The Alpharetta Symphony Orchestra (AlphaSO) is proud to present the Solos of Spring concert, featuring Ava Crook, Aria Posner, Rachel McClellan, and Rebekah Willard, finalists from the Youth Concerto ... read more..

Roswell High School Drama Receives Several Awards

21 Feb

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Roswell High School Drama Receives Several Awards

Roswell Fine Arts Drama Troupe was invited to perform at the recent 2019 Georgia Thespian Conference in Columbus, GA, after winning Region Four, 7A One-Act Play and coming in fourth place in the state... read more..

21 Feb

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Community Theatre Comes to Milton

The new Milton Arts Council is excited about its community theatre project, which includes three productions this year. After working on this concept for over two years, we are pleased to bring this a... read more..

North Fulton Community Charities Offers Free Tax Preparation Assistance

21 Feb

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North Fulton Community Charities Offers Free Tax Preparation Assistance

North Fulton Community Charities (NFCC) is teaming up with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and United Way to bring the Volunteer Income Tax (VITA) program to north Fulton. The program provides free... read more..

TCAR Procedure Treats Carotid Disease in High-Risk Patients

21 Feb

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TCAR Procedure Treats Carotid Disease in High-Risk Patients

Northside Hospital Heart and Vascular Institute has been named a Center of Excellence for a minimally invasive stenting procedure that effectively treats carotid artery disease. This technology is ava... read more..

Renovation of the East Roswell Park Entrance

21 Feb

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Renovation of the East Roswell Park Entrance

In order to provide a better experience for visitors, neighbors, and volunteers, the City of Roswell is updating the East Roswell Park entrance off Fouts Road. Renovations include: Replacing the la... read more..

ARC Recognizes Alpharetta for Commitment to Sustainability

21 Feb

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ARC Recognizes Alpharetta for Commitment to Sustainability

The Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC) recently recertified Alpharetta as a Green Community at the Gold Level. ARCs Green Communities certification program helps local governments implement measures to... read more..

Caroline Reilly Wins Grand Prize at First Annual Amateur Talent Contest

21 Feb

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Caroline Reilly Wins Grand Prize at First Annual Amateur Talent Contest

First place in the 1st Annual Amateur Talent Contest organized by Dukes Bar and Grill in Milton went to Caroline Reilly, a sophomore at Forsyth Virtual Academy. Reilly received $500 in cash, a $500 Du... read more..

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Open House - Give a Kid a Chance

Since its inception in 2006, Cherokee Countys Give a Kid a Chance program has helped more than 31,500 kids prepare for the school year with new backpacks, school supplies, clothing, books, and medical... read more..

Canton Receives 2019 Live, Work, Play City Award

21 Feb

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Canton Receives 2019 Live, Work, Play City Award

The City of Canton was named one of nine Live, Work, Play Cities by the Georgia Municipal Association (GMA), in conjunction with Georgia Trend Magazine, during GMAs recent annual Mayors Day Conference... read more..

CCWSA Student Photography Contest Winners

21 Feb

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CCWSA Student Photography Contest Winners

Cherokee County Water and Sewerage Authority (CCWSA) announced winners of the 2018 CCWSA student photography contest. Elizabeth Thornton, 6th grade student from Mill Creek MS, won the K-6th grade cate... read more..

CHS Sophomore Earns Congressional Silver Medal

21 Feb

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CHS Sophomore Earns Congressional Silver Medal

Cherokee HS sophomore Rebekah Seng was recently presented the Congressional Award Silver Medal. State and Local Government Relations Director Mack Parnell from Congressman Loudermilks staff presented ... read more..

Cherokee Chamber Announces 2019 Award Winners

21 Feb

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Cherokee Chamber Announces 2019 Award Winners

The Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce 2019 award winners for First Citizen, Small Business of the Year, Nonprofit of the Year, and Green Business of the Year. All recipients w... read more..

Cherokee Wins Green Community Award, Bronze Level

21 Feb

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Cherokee Wins Green Community Award, Bronze Level

The Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC) recertified Cherokee County as a Green Community at the Bronze Level. The ARCs Green Communities voluntary certification program helps local governments implement... read more..

Leadership Cherokee Class of 2019 Announced

21 Feb

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Leadership Cherokee Class of 2019 Announced

The Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce has selected the Leadership Cherokee Class of 2019. This 31st Anniversary Class was chosen following participation in a nomination, application, and interview p... read more..

CCSD Recognizes STAR Students and Teachers

21 Feb

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CCSD Recognizes STAR Students and Teachers

The STAR (Student Teacher Achievement Recognition) student honor is awarded to one high school senior from each Georgia public and private high school, who has the highest score on any single test dat... read more..

21 Feb

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Spring Cleaning and Decluttering Tips

By Tracey Satterfield Living in a clean and uncluttered environment has many advantages. Not only is it good for your physical well-being, but also your mental state. How often have we been overwhelm... read more..

21 Feb

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Body Language

Communicating Without Words By Shannon Barnes, L.P.C. The very idea that people communicate through body language can be extremely intriguing. Experts believe that approximately 80 percent of commun... read more..

21 Feb

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Community Partner: Rock For Rescues

Music. Animals. Community. Rock for Rescues showcases Atlanta-based homegrown, original music to benefit local animal welfare charities. Events are offered throughout the year, with a season-ending f... read more..

21 Feb

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Outback Deck

Making Outdoor Living Extraordinary By Cyndi Braun Imagine entertaining friends on a beautiful custom-built deck with wrought iron railings, drinking coffee in the shade of your screened-in porch, o... read more..

21 Feb

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HiveFit

Fitness Guru Raul Hiteshew Is on a Quest to Help Starving Children By Cyndi Braun Raul Hiteshew is on a philanthropic mission that will take him 7,000 miles from his north Fulton home to famine-stri... read more..

21 Feb

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GrassRoots

Taking Lawn Care Service to the Next Level By Cyndi Braun Do you dream of a healthy lawn, with no brown patches, grubs, or fire ants? A place where your family can play and enjoy a lush turf? If so,... read more..

20 Feb

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Book Review: Dopesick

By Gabriel Morley The true irony of the opioid epidemic is that it is crippling America.Drugs like oxycontin, which were originally intended to help relieve pain and suffering from chronic illness, h... read more..

Book Review: Social Actions: A Vietnam Story

20 Feb

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Book Review: Social Actions: A Vietnam Story

by Farris Yawn The Vietnam War has been the topic of numerous books, movies, and TV series. So much so that even those of us not directly affected by the conflict almost feel like we know everything ... read more..

20 Feb

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Artist Profile: Betsy Khuri

By Bonnie Medford Embracing the Unique Local sculptor Betsy Khuri often draws inspiration from old pictures, found objects, her three children, and her two bonus kids. She says her children are her ... read more..

Information and Resources That May Help Save a Life

22 Jan

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Information and Resources That May Help Save a Life

By Sheriff Frank Reynolds Each year, the Cherokee Marshalls Office keeps a statistical report of all death investigations within the county, which includes the Sheriffs Office and each of the municip... read more..

22 Jan

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Preparing for Winter Weather Conditions

By Jim Cheatham Though February is usually associated with cold weather in Georgia, it could also bring warm weather and we could see both in the same week. However, its important to prepare for poss... read more..

22 Jan

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Start With the Heart for Better Health

By Hunt Anderson, M.D. February is American Heart Month, but taking care of your heart is something you should prioritize year-round. A strong heart is essential to vitality; taking it for granted ca... read more..

22 Jan

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Credit Scores 101

By Mandy Marger Much is made of your scores in life. Your school grades partly determine where you go to college and are sometimes considered in employment evaluations. Your health scores (weight, bl... read more..

The Art of Improving Poor or Maintaining Good Credit

22 Jan

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The Art of Improving Poor or Maintaining Good Credit

By Geoff Smith While the idea of maintaining a good credit score seems simple, there is an art to really boosting your scores with the three big credit bureaus. When you want to buy a home, getting y... read more..