As you’ve no doubt discovered if you’ve been reading my column for long, Cherokee County lies within the Georgia Gold Belt. Gold has contributed significantly to the economy throughout time. In fact, mining for gold even predates the Cherokee people settling in this region. It might come as a surprise, however, for you to discover that as valuable as it is, gold isn’t the … [Read more...]

Special thanks to photographer Beth Fornuto for highlighting our high school marching bands in words and pictures. Each month through the end of the year, she will highlight a different band. The River Ridge Marching Knights began preparation for their 2023 season over the summer with a new director, Josh Tyree.The transition has been a smooth one for the 85-member band, as … [Read more...]

A notice for taxes owed on your property likely already has landed in your mailbox. They will be due in October. Taxpayers often have questions about what exactly the taxes they must pay are for — especially if the total is higher than what they owed last year. Ron Shelby serves as chief financial officer for the city of Woodstock and provided some information about … [Read more...]

Cherokee County Fire & Emergency Services (CCFES) Fire Station 24 recently put on a fun and educational display in the River Park community for hundreds of local residents. Firefighters from the station showed off equipment and demonstrated exercises routinely used to protect members of the community, while also taking part in games and providing refreshments to attendees. … [Read more...]

Coffee Shops Stir Emotions, Special Memories With Each Cup of Java Whether the temperature is 95 degrees, or below freezing, it’s clear that Cherokee Countians love their coffee. Look at the networking photos that we feature quarterly, and you’ll see most people clutching a cup of coffee. Walk into any local coffee shop, and you’ll find busy baristas cranking out the caffeine … [Read more...]