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The Carnesville Fire Department held its second annual Junior Firefighter Day Thursday to give 24 fourth and fifth grade students hands-on fire and rescue experience from departments in the area.

The Carnesville Fire Department held its second annual Junior Firefighter Day Thursday to give 24 fourth and fifth grade students hands-on fire and rescue experience from departments in the area.

Fire departments host Junior Firefighter Day

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Wednesday, May 31, 2023
CARNESVILLE – The Carnesville Fire Department held its second annual Junior Firefighter Day Thursday to give 24 fourth and fifth grade students hands-on fire and rescue experience from departments in the area. The Carnesville, Red Hill, Bold Springs and 5 Area Fire Departments hosted the event.
The Lavonia Downtown Development Authority has suggested eliminating the 12 four-foot benches and the hazardous concrete benches at the Gazebo downtown and replacing them with six eight-foot benches, two recycled plastic picnic tables, new trash containers and a bicycle parking area. (Photo by Raese)

The Lavonia Downtown Development Authority has suggested eliminating the 12 four-foot benches and the hazardous concrete benches at the Gazebo downtown and replacing them with six eight-foot benches, two recycled plastic picnic tables, new trash containers and a bicycle parking area. (Photo by Raese)

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Lavonia discusses plan for city parks

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Wednesday, May 31, 2023
By Gillian Raese Staff Writer   LAVONIA –  The Lavonia City Council discussed developing a master plan for the further development of city parks and recreation at a work session last week.
New Lavonia Chamber of Commerce Director Genie Moore brings 30 years of experience in media, marketing and sales. (Photo by Raese)

New Lavonia Chamber of Commerce Director Genie Moore brings 30 years of experience in media, marketing and sales. (Photo by Raese)

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Genie Moore named new Lavonia Chamber director

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Wednesday, May 31, 2023
By Gillian Raese Staff Writer   LAVONIA — Genie Moore was introduced as the new Lavonia Chamber of Commerce director at the group’s awards dinner last month. Moore moved to Jefferson two years ago with her husband of six years, her three rescue huskies and a parrot.
Franklin County took time over the weekend to honor those who gave their lives in service to the country and community. The annual Memorial Day ceremony was held Monday at the Franklin County Courthouse.

Franklin County took time over the weekend to honor those who gave their lives in service to the country and community. The annual Memorial Day ceremony was held Monday at the Franklin County Courthouse.

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Celebration, marking of graves part of local Memorial Day commemoration

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Wednesday, May 31, 2023
Franklin County took time over the weekend to honor those who gave their lives in service to the country and community. The annual Memorial Day ceremony was held Monday at the Franklin County Courthouse.
Dusty Morgan and son Shiloh lay a wreath during Memorial Day ceremonies Monday in Carnesville

Dusty Morgan and son Shiloh lay a wreath during Memorial Day ceremonies Monday in Carnesville

Making Memorial Day memories

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Wednesday, May 31, 2023
Fathers and children helped Franklin County celebrate Memorial Day. Dusty Morgan and son Shiloh lay a wreath during Memorial Day ceremonies Monday in Carnesville, while Steven Skelton and son Thomas, along with daughter Emily plant flags Saturday at Royston’s Rose Hill Cemetery.
A final public hearing and vote on a proposed $27.4 million county budget for 2023-24 will be held Monday at the Franklin County Justice Center.

A final public hearing and vote on a proposed $27.4 million county budget for 2023-24 will be held Monday at the Franklin County Justice Center.

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Commissioners to vote Monday on $27.4 million spending plan

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Wednesday, May 31, 2023
By Shane Scoggins Publisher   CARNESVILLE – A final public hearing and vote on a proposed $27.4 million county budget for 2023-24 will be held Monday at the Franklin County Justice Center. Franklin County commissioners will hold a third and final public hearing June 5 at 5 p.m.
Georgia’s rural hospital tax credit program is in compliance with the state law that created it in 2017 and just needs to tighten up its reporting procedures, according to a new audit. The program raised $58.7 million in contributions to eligible rural hospitals last year, down slightly from the $59.4 million the tax credit brought in in 2021.

Georgia’s rural hospital tax credit program is in compliance with the state law that created it in 2017 and just needs to tighten up its reporting procedures, according to a new audit. The program raised $58.7 million in contributions to eligible rural hospitals last year, down slightly from the $59.4 million the tax credit brought in in 2021.

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State audit: Rural hospital tax credit paying off

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Wednesday, May 31, 2023
By Dave Williams Capitol Beat News Service   ATLANTA – Georgia’s rural hospital tax credit program is in compliance with the state law that created it in 2017 and just needs to tighten up its reporting procedures, according to a new audit. The program raised $58.
230-plus to receive FCHS diplomas Friday

230-plus to receive FCHS diplomas Friday

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Graduation time!

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Wednesday, May 24, 2023
From staff reports   CARNESVILLE – About 235 members of the Franklin County High School Class of 2023 will receive diplomas Friday during Graduation Ceremonies at Jeff Davis Field at Ed Bryant Stadium. The ceremony will begin at 8 p.m.
The annual Memorial Day Ceremony will be held May 29 at 9 a.m.  at the Memorial Plaza at the Franklin County Courthouse.

The annual Memorial Day Ceremony will be held May 29 at 9 a.m.  at the Memorial Plaza at the Franklin County Courthouse.

Memorial Day ceremony set for Monday

News Staff
Wednesday, May 24, 2023
CARNESVILLE – The annual Memorial Day Ceremony will be held May 29 at 9 a.m.  at the Memorial Plaza at the Franklin County Courthouse. The annual event includes the reading of the names of local heroes who have died in our countries wars and public safety workers who have died in the line of duty.
Lavonia city officials discussed potential major renovations for City Hall at Tuesday’s council work session.

Lavonia city officials discussed potential major renovations for City Hall at Tuesday’s council work session.

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Council discusses renovation of Lavonia City Hall

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Wednesday, May 24, 2023
By Gillian Raese Staff Writer   LAVONIA – Lavonia city officials discussed potential major renovations for City Hall at Tuesday’s council work session. City Manager Charles Cawthon said that he met with an architect Monday who will be creating a digital rendering of City Hall.