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It’s time to deck the halls, but the persistent global supply chain issues seem to be the grinch stealing Christmas — trees.

KNOX ELEMENTARY SCHOOL: Cherokee County School District Earns State's Highest Honor

The Cherokee County School District has earned the State’s highest honor for leadership and dedication to providing the best education possible to every child.

L.K. MOSS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL: Congrats Rashaud and Jonathan! 1st Place Winners in the State Stock Market Game

They are first place winners for our congressional district in the Stock Market Game.

BRENAU UNIVERSITY: Brenau celebrates, strengthens Panama partnership

Brenau University celebrated one of its newest international partnerships on Nov. 18 and signed an agreement to strengthen the programs long into the future.

BLAIRSVILLE UNION COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: 2021 Tour of Trees on Dec. 1

Holiday magic happens every year with our Tour of Trees and it's sure to dazzle everyone again this year! We welcome the community to join us in continuing this tradition in touring the Community Center that's filled with 40 beautifully decorated trees and wreaths.

BLAIRSVILLE UNION COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: A new member, All In Storage, has joined the Chamber!

A new member, All In Storage, has joined the Chamber!

BANKS COUNTY CHAMBER: Commerce by Candlelight

Annual come downtown and kickoff the holiday season! Shopping, music, sleigh rides, and the lighting of the downtown tree! Free event!!!! You might see Santa!

COUNTY OF HABERSHAM: Jury Duty Reporting Instructions 11/29/21

For all jurors summoned to report on November 29, 2021, you will need to report. Please review the below instructions carefully.

UNION GENERAL HOSPITAL: We want to take a moment to say THANK YOU to our incredibly generous 2021 Georgia HEART tax credit program supporters!

We want to take a moment to say THANK YOU to our incredibly generous 2021 Georgia HEART tax credit program supporters!

UNION GENERAL HOSPITAL: Union General Hospital Recognized for Excellence with ACC Chest Pain Center Accreditation

The American College of Cardiology has recognized Union General Hospital for its demonstrated expertise and commitment in treating patients with chest pain.

LOVETT SCHOOL: Heroes Throughout the Halls

Heroes Throughout the Halls

GEORGIA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY: Ellen M. Bassett Selected as Dean of College of Design

After a national search, Ellen M. Bassett has been selected as the John Portman Dean’s Chair of Georgia Tech’s College of Design.

DREW CHARTER SCHOOL: GAgives on #GivingTuesday

GAgives Day is Tuesday, November 30!

ATRIUM HEALTH NAVICENT: Join Atrium Health Navicent in Recognizing American Diabetes Month

By Press release submission | Nov 22, 2021

Diabetes, a condition affecting an estimated 463 million people worldwide, is a metabolic disease in which the body is unable to produce enough insulin to regulate glucose levels in the bloodstream.

NORTHEAST GEORGIA MEDICAL CENTER: Dr. Monica Newton Wins Georgia Family Medicine Educator of the Year Award

By Press release submission | Nov 21, 2021

Surrounded by her family and peers, Northeast Georgia Medical Center (NGMC) Family Medicine Residency Program Director, Dr. Monica Newton, was shocked and humbled to receive the prestigious Georgia Family Medicine Educator of the Year award.

KNOX ELEMENTARY SCHOOL: Board Business Briefs: School Board Approves Legislative Priorities

The Cherokee County School Board on Thursday, Nov. 18, approved its 2022 Legislative Partnership Priorities, which advocate for continued local control of public education decisions and the end of State educational funding budget cuts.

RIVERSIDE MILITARY ACADEMY: An Outstanding Season for RMA XC Team

The RMA cross country team completed an outstanding season last week.

WHIGHAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL: Grady County Schools Superintendent Qualifications Community Survey

The Grady County Board of Education has begun the search for a new superintendent.

SAINT MARY'S SACRED HEART HOSPITAL: Two St. Mary's hospitals recognized for quality stroke care by American Heart/Stroke Association

St. Mary's Hospital in Athens and St. Mary’s Sacred Heart Hospital in Lavonia have received the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association 2021 Get With The Guidelines®-Stroke Quality Achievement Award.

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UNION GENERAL HOSPITAL: Union General Hospital Receives DNV GL Accreditation