2022 - Monthly Archive

22 Mar

Titles & Blurbs

Tiffany

335

Teacher Feature: Morgan Hudson

By Barbara P. Jacoby She knows it sounds cliche, but it’s true: Morgan Hudson always knew she would be a teacher. The eight-year educator, who teaches AP and Honors U.S. History at Creekview HS... read more..

Public Safety: Helping Survivors Find Justice

22 Mar

Titles & Blurbs

Tiffany

386

Public Safety: Helping Survivors Find Justice

By District Attorney Shannon Wallace For more than 40 years, National Crime Victims’ Rights Week (NCVRW) has challenged communities across the country to confront and remove barriers to achievi... read more..

22 Mar

Titles & Blurbs

Tiffany

359

Artist Profile: Rob Lassetter

Capturing Life’s Joyful Moments By Ellen Samsell Salas Artist Rob Lassetter jokes that his love of humor and his short attention span make him the right fit for creating cartoons. Even as a ch... read more..

22 Mar

Titles & Blurbs

Tiffany

321

Book Review: The Glittering Hour

By Jessica Oravec In The Glittering Hour, by Iona Grey, Selena Lenox seems to have it all. She is young and beautiful and runs with the “bright young things” of the 1920s. She takes risks, part... read more..

Cherokee Recreation & Parks Commemorative Brick Program Receives Donation

24 Feb

Community - Canton

Stephanie Bolton

259

Cherokee Recreation & Parks Commemorative Brick Program Receives Donation

Cherokee County employees, who are active duty or retired military personnel, are being honored thanks to a generous donation to the Cherokee Recreation & Parks Commemorative Brick Program. At a r... read more..

24 Feb

Community - Woodstock

Stephanie Bolton

232

Cherokee Recreation & Parks Commemorative Brick Program Receives Donation (2)

Cherokee County employees, who are active duty or retired military personnel, are being honored thanks to a generous donation to the Cherokee Recreation & Parks Commemorative Brick Program. At a r... read more..

Creekview HS Agriculture Program Earns National Award

24 Feb

Community - Canton

Stephanie Bolton

273

Creekview HS Agriculture Program Earns National Award

The Creekview HS agriculture program, led by teacher Pauline Benton, is one of only six agricultural education programs nationwide to earn the Outstanding Secondary/Middle School Program Award from th... read more..

24 Feb

Community - Canton

Stephanie Bolton

263

City of Canton News

- Mayor Bill Grant’s State of the City Address On the evening of Feb. 3, Mayor Bill Grant presented his State of the City Address to a large crowd in City Hall and to viewers via livestream. His addre read more..

Leadership and Teen Leadership Cherokee Class of 2022 Announced

24 Feb

Community - Woodstock

Stephanie Bolton

269

Leadership and Teen Leadership Cherokee Class of 2022 Announced

The Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce its 33rd Anniversary Leadership Cherokee (LC) class as well as its 21st Annual Teen Leadership Cherokee (TLC) class. The 22 members of th... read more..

24 Feb

Community - Canton

Stephanie Bolton

271

Leadership and Teen Leadership Cherokee Class of 2022 Announced

The Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce its 33rd Anniversary Leadership Cherokee (LC) class as well as its 21st Annual Teen Leadership Cherokee (TLC) class. The 22 members of th... read more..

2022 Cherokee County Board of Commissioners Retreat

24 Feb

Community - Woodstock

Stephanie Bolton

255

2022 Cherokee County Board of Commissioners Retreat

The Cherokee County Board of Commissioners recently took part in a two-day retreat at Barnsley Resort in Adairsville to tackle plans for finances, public safety, roads, and planning and zoning. The Bo... read more..

24 Feb

Community - Canton

Stephanie Bolton

248

2022 Cherokee County Board of Commissioners Retreat

The Cherokee County Board of Commissioners recently took part in a two-day retreat at Barnsley Resort in Adairsville to tackle plans for finances, public safety, roads, and planning and zoning. The Bo... read more..

Donation Made to Cherokee Senior Services Meals on Wheels Program

24 Feb

Community - Woodstock

Stephanie Bolton

370

Donation Made to Cherokee Senior Services Meals on Wheels Program

Cherokee County Senior Services, Trainhopper Disc Golf, and Stand Up For Seniors (formerly known as the Volunteer Aging Council) recently partnered to host the 21st Annual Cold Snake Classic Disc Golf... read more..

24 Feb

Community - Canton

Stephanie Bolton

257

Donation Made to Cherokee Senior Services Meals on Wheels Program

Cherokee County Senior Services, Trainhopper Disc Golf, and Stand Up For Seniors (formerly known as the Volunteer Aging Council) recently partnered to host the 21st Annual Cold Snake Classic Disc Golf... read more..

Woodstock’s 2022 Summer Concert Series Lineup Announced

24 Feb

Community - Woodstock

Stephanie Bolton

364

Woodstock’s 2022 Summer Concert Series Lineup Announced

The Woodstock Summer Concert Series kicks off on May 14, with one concert held each month through September at the Northside Cherokee Amphitheater in downtown Woodstock. Here is this year’s exciting l... read more..

24 Feb

Community - Canton

Stephanie Bolton

295

Woodstock’s 2022 Summer Concert Series Lineup Announced

The Woodstock Summer Concert Series kicks off on May 14, with one concert held each month through September at the Northside Cherokee Amphitheater in downtown Woodstock. Here is this year’s exciting l... read more..

City of Woodstock Announces New Police Chief

24 Feb

Community - Woodstock

Stephanie Bolton

359

City of Woodstock Announces New Police Chief

City of Woodstock recently announced that Robert Jones will serve as the new chief of Woodstock Police Department. Jones began his career in law enforcement with the Gordon County Sheriff’s Office in ... read more..

River Ridge HS Senior Earns Positive Athlete Georgia Award

24 Feb

Community - Woodstock

Stephanie Bolton

272

River Ridge HS Senior Earns Positive Athlete Georgia Award

Tressie Polk recently was honored with a $1,000 award in recognition of outstanding student athletes who also contribute to their schools and communities through significant volunteer service. A membe... read more..

Cherokee Chamber Holds 51st Annual Meeting

24 Feb

Community - Woodstock

Stephanie Bolton

329

Cherokee Chamber Holds 51st Annual Meeting

The Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce reflected on 2021 while announcing 2022 primary goals during the organization’s recent annual meeting. Sponsored by Northside Hospital Cherokee, the event featu... read more..

24 Feb

Community - Canton

Stephanie Bolton

294

Cherokee Chamber Holds 51st Annual Meeting

The Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce reflected on 2021 while announcing 2022 primary goals during the organization’s recent annual meeting. Sponsored by Northside Hospital Cherokee, the event featu... read more..

Welcome Cherokee County’s New Fire Chief

24 Feb

Community - Woodstock

Stephanie Bolton

315

Welcome Cherokee County’s New Fire Chief

Current Deputy Chief of Support Services Eddie Robinson has been selected as the next fire chief and will begin his new role this month. He is succeeding Chief Tim Prather, who has served Cherokee Cou... read more..

24 Feb

Community - Canton

Stephanie Bolton

390

Welcome Cherokee County’s New Fire Chief

Current Deputy Chief of Support Services Eddie Robinson has been selected as the next fire chief and will begin his new role this month. He is succeeding Chief Tim Prather, who has served Cherokee Cou... read more..

History Cherokee Launches Black History Committee

24 Feb

Community - Woodstock

Stephanie Bolton

316

History Cherokee Launches Black History Committee

History Cherokee recently launched a new committee dedicated to the collection, preservation, and interpretation of Black history in Cherokee County. The goal is to collect personal accounts, images, ... read more..

24 Feb

Community - Canton

Stephanie Bolton

261

History Cherokee Launches Black History Committee

History Cherokee recently launched a new committee dedicated to the collection, preservation, and interpretation of Black history in Cherokee County. The goal is to collect personal accounts, images, ... read more..

24 Feb

Community - Woodstock

Stephanie Bolton

314

2021 Woodstock Police Department Awards

The Woodstock PD recently held its annual awards banquet. While many were recognized for their achievements, the following individuals received special recognition: Supervisor of the YearSgt. Jeremy C... read more..

18 Feb

Titles & Blurbs

Tiffany

532

ServiceWise Electric

Standing Out in the Community By Patti Richter Electricity is something we take for granted in our homes. Many of us also assume electrical contractors will be there when we need them. We beli... read more..

18 Feb

Titles & Blurbs

Tiffany

586

Southern Air Pros

A Breath of Fresh Air By Ellen Samsell Salas A Team That Works for You Bill Lewis, owner and founder of Southern Air Pros Heating and Cooling, is an avid reader, dedicated husband, and outdoor... read more..

18 Feb

Titles & Blurbs

Tiffany

442

Minimalism

Live More With Less By Ellen Samsell Salas Do you often stand in your closet, paralyzed by the glut of choices? Does your two-car garage, chock full of sports equipment, tools, and boxes, have... read more..

18 Feb

Titles & Blurbs

Tiffany

363

Teacher Feature: Jenny Sullivan

By Barbara P. Jacoby Inspired to make a positive difference in the world, Jenny Sullivan pursued a career in teaching and now inspires her students to be world changers, too. In her sixth year as an e... read more..

Public Safety: Chief Tim Prather’s Legacy

18 Feb

Titles & Blurbs

Tiffany

589

Public Safety: Chief Tim Prather’s Legacy

By Lisa M. Grisham Cherokee County Fire Chief Tim Prather recently announced his retirement and will turn over his command on March 11, 2022. His dedication to the fire service and public safety spans... read more..