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The faculty at Lavonia Elementary School decorated the office door of retiring Principal Brad Roberts with photos from his past. (Photo by Scoggins)

The faculty at Lavonia Elementary School decorated the office door of retiring Principal Brad Roberts with photos from his past. (Photo by Scoggins)

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Roberts retires after ‘a good 32 years’

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Wednesday, June 21, 2023
By Shane Scoggins Publisher   LAVONIA – A sign over the front door of Lavonia Elementary School reminds that “through these portals pass the world’s finest children.” Brad Roberts was once one of those children.
A teenager working with the Lavonia Police Department was able to buy mini-bottles of vodka and cigars at five Lavonia stores without having to show ID.

A teenager working with the Lavonia Police Department was able to buy mini-bottles of vodka and cigars at five Lavonia stores without having to show ID.

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Stores cited for sale of alcohol, tobacco to underage buyer

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Wednesday, June 21, 2023
By Shane Scoggins Publisher   LAVONIA – Five Lavonia stores were recently cited for selling alcohol or tobacco to an underage customer. The Lavonia Police Department conducted an undercover operation with the use of a 19-year-old buyer who was familiar with the area, Lavonia P.D.
Parents and community members can experience the virtual job skills training offered by Be Pro Be Proud Monday from 5-7 p.m. at FCHS.

Parents and community members can experience the virtual job skills training offered by Be Pro Be Proud Monday from 5-7 p.m. at FCHS.

Mobile skills classroom to hold night session for community

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Thursday, March 23, 2023
CARNESVILLE – A mobile classroom to train students in job and trade skills will return to Franklin County High School net week. And this year, parents can take part in the training. Be Pro Be Proud will be at FCHS Monday and Tuesday.
New and antique boats and a host of other exhibits will be on display Saturday at the Lavonia Boat Expo.

New and antique boats and a host of other exhibits will be on display Saturday at the Lavonia Boat Expo.

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Lavonia Boat Expo returns to downtown Saturday

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Wednesday, March 15, 2023
LAVONIA – Saturday’s Lavonia Boat Expo promises to be the largest and best ever with more boats, exhibitors and activities.  The March 18 boat show will be on East and West Main streets and at the Gazebo from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.  Admission is free and there is plenty of free parking available.
State Rep. Alan Powell introduced local legislation Monday to change the way the Franklin County Board of Education is paid.

State Rep. Alan Powell introduced local legislation Monday to change the way the Franklin County Board of Education is paid.

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Pay for the BOE

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Wednesday, March 15, 2023
By Shane Scoggins Publisher   ATLANTA – State Rep. Alan Powell introduced local legislation Monday to change the way the Franklin County Board of Education is paid. Currently, the school board is paid $50 per meeting, with the board typically holding two meetings per month.
Carl Dekker, pictured with his wife Dawn, will take over duties as the Franklin County Schools’ assistant superintendent for operations in April.

Carl Dekker, pictured with his wife Dawn, will take over duties as the Franklin County Schools’ assistant superintendent for operations in April.

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Dekker chosen to head operations for school system

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Wednesday, March 15, 2023
By Gillian Raese Staff Writer   CARNESVILLE – Carl Dekker has been named the new Franklin County School System’s assistant superintendent of operations and will be starting in April.
Honor graduates for the Franklin County High School Class of 2023 were honored Friday at the annual Franklin County High School Honors Breakfast. (Photo courtesy of the Franklin County Chamber of Commerce)

Honor graduates for the Franklin County High School Class of 2023 were honored Friday at the annual Franklin County High School Honors Breakfast. (Photo courtesy of the Franklin County Chamber of Commerce)

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Annual Honors Breakfast lauds 2023 top graduates

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Thursday, March 9, 2023
By Shane Scoggins Publisher   EASTANOLLEE – The top tier of the Franklin County High School Class of 2023 was honored Friday at the annual Honors Breakfast, sponsored by the Franklin County Chamber of Commerce.
The Pilot Club of Lavonia cut the ribbon on a handicapped-accessible addition to the playground at Lavonia Memorial Park Monday. Club members were joined by city officials for the ceremony. The club raised money for the addition in conjunction with the City of Lavonia. (Photos by Raese)

The Pilot Club of Lavonia cut the ribbon on a handicapped-accessible addition to the playground at Lavonia Memorial Park Monday. Club members were joined by city officials for the ceremony. The club raised money for the addition in conjunction with the City of Lavonia. (Photos by Raese)

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Pilot Club dedicates handicapped accessible equipment

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Thursday, March 9, 2023
By Gillian Raese Staff Writer   LAVONIA — The Pilot Club of Lavonia held a ribbon cutting ceremony Monday at Lavonia Memorial Park  to showcase the handicapped-accessible playground the club sponsored to allow children of varying abilities to play together.