2022 - Monthly Archive

Highway Named in Honor of Local World War II Veteran (2)

20 Oct

Community - Woodstock

Stephanie Bolton

175

Highway Named in Honor of Local World War II Veteran (2)

In 1942, Roger W. Cavender joined the U.S. Army to fight in World War II. Now, 80 years later, he has been honored with the dedication of a highway in his name. The memorial highway is the portion of ... read more..

Five Locals Selected for Prestigious 40 Under 40 List

20 Oct

Community - Canton

Stephanie Bolton

153

Five Locals Selected for Prestigious 40 Under 40 List

Congratulations to five of Cherokee County’s best and brightest who made this year’s Georgia Trend magazine “40 Under 40” list:Kyle BennettTourism Manager City of Woodstock and Visit WoodstockMichael ... read more..

Rotary Club of Canton Honors Public Safety Heroes

20 Oct

Community - Canton

Stephanie Bolton

159

Rotary Club of Canton Honors Public Safety Heroes

The Rotary Club of Canton honored community heroes at its Fifth Annual Public Safety Appreciation Luncheon, which included awards for service, leadership, and valor.“We call upon those honored today a... read more..

Cherokee County Launches 2023 Comprehensive Plan Update

20 Oct

Community - Woodstock

Stephanie Bolton

211

Cherokee County Launches 2023 Comprehensive Plan Update

During a recent Board of Commissioners meeting, Cherokee County kicked off the 2023 Comprehensive Plan Update. Updated every five years, the plan highlights intended land uses over a 20-year period an... read more..

20 Oct

Community - Canton

Stephanie Bolton

163

Cherokee County Launches 2023 Comprehensive Plan Update

During a recent Board of Commissioners meeting, Cherokee County kicked off the 2023 Comprehensive Plan Update. Updated every five years, the plan highlights intended land uses over a 20-year period an... read more..

Register Now for 19th Annual Reindeer Run for the Children

20 Oct

Community - Woodstock

Stephanie Bolton

197

Register Now for 19th Annual Reindeer Run for the Children

Sponsored by the Service League of Cherokee County, this holiday-themed event takes place on Saturday, December 10, at Etowah River Park in Canton. The 1-mile fun run begins at 8:00am and the 5K begin... read more..

20 Oct

Community - Canton

Stephanie Bolton

150

Register Now for 19th Annual Reindeer Run for the Children

Sponsored by the Service League of Cherokee County, this holiday-themed event takes place on Saturday, December 10, at Etowah River Park in Canton. The 1-mile fun run begins at 8:00am and the 5K begin... read more..

Very Influential Artist Winners Announced

20 Oct

Community - Woodstock

Stephanie Bolton

155

Very Influential Artist Winners Announced

Tranquility Fine Arts recently announced its Very Influential Artist winners for 2022. The award ceremony can be viewed on the Tranquility Fine Arts’ YouTube channel. Visual Arts – Paintings / Drawing... read more..

“Adopt a Veteran” in Cherokee County This Christmas

20 Oct

Community - Canton

Stephanie Bolton

149

“Adopt a Veteran” in Cherokee County This Christmas

The Cherokee County Homeless Veteran Program and the American Legion Auxiliary Unit 45 are coordinating the 8th annual Cherokee County “Adopt a Veteran” program. If you know of a veteran family in nee... read more..

20 Oct

Community - Woodstock

Stephanie Bolton

197

“Adopt a Veteran” in Cherokee County This Christmas (2)

The Cherokee County Homeless Veteran Program and the American Legion Auxiliary Unit 45 are coordinating the 8th annual Cherokee County “Adopt a Veteran” program. If you know of a veteran family in nee... read more..

Taste of Woodstock Breaks Ticket Sales Record

20 Oct

Community - Woodstock

Stephanie Bolton

151

Taste of Woodstock Breaks Ticket Sales Record

At the close of this year’s Taste of Woodstock, Visit Woodstock GA presented the Woodstock HS Marching Band with a check for $10,000, after a record-breaking 50,000 tickets were sold. Visit Woodstock ... read more..

Cherokee County School District Announcements

20 Oct

Community - Canton

Stephanie Bolton

132

Cherokee County School District Announcements

Indian Knoll ES Named Microsoft Showcase SchoolFor the second consecutive year, Indian Knoll ES has earned a global honor recognizing its dedication to using technology for teaching and learning. Only... read more..

20 Oct

Community - Woodstock

Stephanie Bolton

161

Cherokee County School District Announcements

Indian Knoll ES Named Microsoft Showcase SchoolFor the second consecutive year, Indian Knoll ES has earned a global honor recognizing its dedication to using technology for teaching and learning. Only... read more..

13 Oct

Titles & Blurbs

Tiffany

290

A&P Painting & Flooring

It’s All About Teamwork — A&P Painting & Flooring Delivers Exceptional Service By Ellen Samsell Salas Six years ago, Walter and Carmen Nuñez and their three children moved to Georgia from New Jersey... read more..

13 Oct

Titles & Blurbs

Tiffany

399

Live Clean

The Heroes of Live Clean Leaving a Little Sparkle Wherever They Go By Anna Teal Heroes come in many forms. We see them in our community every day. They may be the person who opens the door for... read more..

13 Oct

Titles & Blurbs

Tiffany

305

Friendsgiving

A Chance To Relax, Reconnect, and Repost By Haley Jones Social media has revolutionized the way holidays are celebrated. Simple, private dinner parties have been pushed aside and replaced with Instag... read more..

13 Oct

Titles & Blurbs

Tiffany

248

Artist Profile: Suzi Lott

Capturing Nature’s Beauty in Glass By Ellen Samsell Salas As a nurse, artist Suzi Lott cared for ICU patients, looked after newborns in labor and delivery, and completed medical missions in Kenya and ... read more..

Public Safety: Fire Safety for the Holidays

13 Oct

Titles & Blurbs

Tiffany

218

Public Safety: Fire Safety for the Holidays

By Lisa M. Grisham, CPSTI Even though gratitude and celebration are at the top of the list for this time of year, unfortunately, danger and devastation from fires often occur in homes during th... read more..

13 Oct

Titles & Blurbs

Tiffany

184

Volunteer Profile: The Whitmire Family

The Whitmire family has lived in Cherokee County for more than 30 years. Jeff and Mona Whitmire met in high school almost 40 years ago and were married three years after they graduated. The Lord has b... read more..

13 Oct

Titles & Blurbs

Tiffany

243

Teacher Feature: Rhonda Ryder

By Barbara P. Jacoby Learning becomes a passion for fourth graders in Bascomb ES teacher Rhonda Ryder’s class. Ryder, a 29-year teacher and her school’s 2022 Teacher of the Year, generates this engage... read more..

Book Review: Surviving the Mental Health Tank

13 Oct

Titles & Blurbs

Tiffany

190

Book Review: Surviving the Mental Health Tank

By John Rodgers For many people, it still comes as a surprise that they can check out library books without ever leaving their home. With a library card, readers can access eBooks and audiobooks for a... read more..

30 Sep

Woodstock Magazine

Super User

224

Woodstock Family Life - October 2022

Canton Family Life - October 2022

Canton Breaks Ground on Harmon Park Renovations

City leaders, local officials, representatives from recreation partners Cherokee Impact Soccer and Canton Dizzy Dean, and community members broke ground September 2 to kick off the renovation to Harmo... read more..

15 Sep

Community - Canton

Stephanie Bolton

160

Cherokee County SPLOST Renewal

The decision to extend the one cent Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax will move to the voters in November. In July, the Board of Commissioners approved an intergovernmental agreement with all sev... read more..

15 Sep

Community - Woodstock

Stephanie Bolton

236

Cherokee County SPLOST Renewal

The decision to extend the one cent Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax will move to the voters in November. In July, the Board of Commissioners approved an intergovernmental agreement with all sev... read more..

Street Signs Unveiled in Honor of Justin and Amber Hicks

15 Sep

Community - Woodstock

Stephanie Bolton

213

Street Signs Unveiled in Honor of Justin and Amber Hicks

Cherokee County Fire & Emergency Services revealed new street signs at the Cherokee County Fire Training Complex in Holly Springs. The unveiling ceremony took place during the fire department’s fi... read more..

15 Sep

Community - Canton

Stephanie Bolton

171

Street Signs Unveiled in Honor of Justin and Amber Hicks

Cherokee County Fire & Emergency Services revealed new street signs at the Cherokee County Fire Training Complex in Holly Springs. The unveiling ceremony took place during the fire department’s fi... read more..

Lions Club Collaboration Benefits Etowah HS Vegetable Garden

15 Sep

Community - Woodstock

Stephanie Bolton

211

Lions Club Collaboration Benefits Etowah HS Vegetable Garden

The Woodstock Lions Club, Lions Club International Foundation, and Anthem Insurance Company have collaborated to benefit the Etowah HS Vegetable Garden. As part of Anthem Volunteer Days, the garden wi... read more..

Commissioners Approve Resolution on Voter Ballots

15 Sep

Community - Canton

Stephanie Bolton

169

Commissioners Approve Resolution on Voter Ballots

The Board of Commissioners has unanimously approved a resolution, calling upon the Georgia General Assembly, Secretary of State, and State Elections Board to remove QR codes from ballots and instead u... read more..