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Christmas in July ride to be held

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Thursday, July 14, 2022

By Samantha Sinclair

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Toddler killed in ATV accident on Bear Creek Road

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Thursday, July 14, 2022

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CANON – A 3-year-old girl was killed Monday in an ATV accident on Bear Creek Road in Canon.

Putting down the carpet

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Thursday, July 7, 2022

CARNESVILLE — Crews began installing the FieldTurf system over the weekend as part of the renovation of Ed Bryant Stadium.

The Carnesville City Council voted Tuesday to reverse previous votes and issue alcohol and business licenses to the first two liquor stores in the city.

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Liquor licensed

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Thursday, July 7, 2022

By Shane Scoggins

Publisher

CARNESVILLE – Two liquor stores are coming to Carnesville after all.

Sharleen Ayers (left) was officially named Royston’s new city manager last week, and long-time city employee Tonya Allen (right) was named city clerk. (Photo by Scoggins)

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Royston names manager, clerk

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Thursday, July 7, 2022

By Shane Scoggins

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ROYSTON – Sharleen Ayers is officially Royston’s new city manager.

The City of Lavonia has identified Highway 328 from Highway 59 to Gerrard Road, Gerrard Road from Highway 328 to Pleasant Hill Road, Pleasant Hill Road from Gerrard Road to Highway 17, Concrete Road (highlighted in photo) and Tiger Tail Road for possible annexation to the city limits.

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Lavonia eyes roads to annex

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Thursday, July 7, 2022

By Samantha Sinclair

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The Lavonia City Council approved a $31,800 streetscape proposal from Studio Main from Pelzer, S.C., to work with the Lavonia Downtown Development Authority.

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Lavonia hires firm for streetscape

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Thursday, July 7, 2022

By Samantha Sinclair

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Grading is complete for an addition to the Northeast Georgia Animal Shelter as fundraising for the new building is ongoing.

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Fundraiser brings shelter closer to building goal

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Thursday, July 7, 2022

By Samantha Sinclair

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Franklin County commissioners voted June 28 to extend and enhance the contract of County Manager Derrick Turner. The contract was lengthened to end in 2025 and Turner was given a raise, a higher travel allowance and extended severance pay.

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Commissioners extend, enhance manager's contract

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Thursday, July 7, 2022

By Shane Scoggins

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CARNESVILLE – Franklin County Manager Derrick Turner now has more job security.

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Schools preparing for new school year

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Thursday, July 7, 2022

By Samantha Sinclair

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Local schools are preparing to welcome students back to classrooms next month.