“I compare whitewater kayaking to airborne operations I did while in the Army,” said David Sapp, a wounded veteran. “Despite taking precautions when I paddle whitewater, it still engages me with a thrilling, heart-stopping adrenaline rush that easily relates to jumping out of a perfectly good aircraft.” While serving in Iraq in 2006, Sapp sustained three bullet wounds, which … [Read more...]

People often ask me, “How’s the county doing financially?” It’s a great question. The short answer is, we’re in great shape. First, our tax rates and overall tax burden are among the lowest in Georgia. The Board of Commissioners (BOC) doesn’t control the school tax, which is the biggest item on your tax bill. But, combined, the three property tax rates we do control are the … [Read more...]

It’s Time for Fall Baking Fall officially began with the recent autumn equinox when our days and nights became equal in length, accompanied by cooling temps. In the South, however, we typically recognize the arrival of fall by the presence of two things – football and comfort food. Personally, I enjoy the changing of the leaves and turning my iced coffee back into a pumpkin … [Read more...]

Overcoming Challenges to Success Meet the last two of the four business owners celebrated by the Cherokee Office Of Economic Development during August, which was Black-Owned Business Month in America. We hope these stories, including those of Jerry King and Shalakay Gibbs in our September issue, inspire you. You can see the interviews in their entirety at cherokeega.org, or on … [Read more...]

Woodstock city officials urge all citizens and businesses to make or update a disaster plan during the month of September, which has been declared Natural Preparedness Month by the Department of Homeland Security. As we continue to respond to COVID-19, there’s no better time to update your plan. You can find resources to help you at ready.gov. The Department of Homeland … [Read more...]