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Clay County Building Permits While 2008 building permits have yet to be tabulated and won't be until the end of the month, Clay county building inspector said there were only 130 permits issued in 2007 compared with 276 during 2006. "Last year was definitely a slump," Beck said. "I'm hopfully optimistic for this year although... More ...
Tri-County Community College (TCCC) honored 11 of its employees recently with a presentation of service awards. Dr. Donna Tipton-Rogers, TCCC president, led the brief ceremony and congratulated each recipient on behalf of the college and its Board of Trustees. More ...
The North Georgia SPCA (Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) has obtained a grant from the DJ&T Foundation for fiscal 2008. The grant is limited to assisting in the cost of spay/ neuter of owned dogs. Since the organizations beginning in the fall of 2004, the N. GA. More ... Linens Needed at S.A.F.E. Shelter Support in Abusive Family Emergencies, Inc. is seeking new and or gently used Twin and full size comforters, sheet sets, and blankets, new standard size pillows, bath towels and washcloths. These items are for use by clients staying at the emergency shelter. Remember donations are taxdeductible. A... More ...
Dr. Donna Tipton-Rogers is president at Tri-County Community College in Murphy, serving Cherokee, Clay and Graham Counties. She thanked the State Board for its trust, saying she looked forward to being a leader in the state as well as in the west. More ... BEING AN ACTIVE BYSTANDER: There are a number of reasons why a "bystander" will remain silent while someone is in trouble. A bystander is somebody who is standing by watching something bad happening. For example, a bystander might be someone watching a group of people or a person sexually taking advantage of an intoxicated ... More ... We need your help The hurlburt - johson friendship homeless shelter had 21 persons last mouth. Each needing hair brushes,sheets,hand towels,wash cloths,soap,shampoo, tooth paste, blankets & most of all food. Who needs to sleep on the ground & have no food? More ... Farmers, Are Your Books Ready for Farm Tax Time?? In January, February and March, the NC Cooperative Extension Farm Management Program will start a 4 week series of classes to help you become the best farm financial manager possible. The classes are designed to be convenient but thorough, covering subjects from basic computer accounting with Quic... More ...
First Assembly in Andrews will be hosting their Annual Wild Game Supper Thursday January 24th at 6pm at the Andrews Community Building. Admission is free, but they ask that you call 321-3777 to let them know you are coming. This is a guys only event. Boys are welcome if accompanied by an adult. This... More ... Hypothermia- A Weather Hazards for Older Adults Cold, chilly temperature can cause the temperature in your body to decrease. And if not treated soon, hypothermia can occur. Hypothermia is a drop in body temperature from staying in a cool place for a long period of time. A decrease in temperature by just a few degrees can make it dangerous for ... More ...
By Frank Bradley Sentinel writer "Building community that's Dr. King's ministry was all about," the Reverend Louis Grant told an audience of about 100 folks from Clay and Cherokee counties in Murphy. The occasion was the celebration of Martin Luther King Jr.'s birthday, observed on Monday. Dr. King's actual birthday was January ... More ... Gov. Easley Proclaims January as mentoring month Encourages Citizens to Become Mentors and Help Youth Gov. Mike Easley has proclaimed January as Mentoring Month to encourage North Carolinians to become mentors and to recognize those already involved in mentoring. The effort is part of National Mentoring Month. The theme for this year's national observance is "Share What You Know. Mentor a Child. More ... United Community Bank Supports Panther Girls' Fast Pitch Softball Blairsville, GA - January 18, 2008 - Girls fast-pitch softball is one of the fastest growing sports in the nation where top players are heavily recruited for college teams. Here in Blairsville, girls 16-and-under have an opportunity to get a head start on the competition on the Panthers fast pit... More ... "The American Chestnut Tree Seminar" One hundred years ago, the American chestnut was the dominant tree in the eastern United States. It was a huge, majestic tree, with a very straight trunk. Its wood was durable, and its nuts were a food source for humans and wildlife. In the first forty years of the 20th century, blight destroyed 3... More ...
This event was so successful last year that it demanded an encore! It is much more than just a dance, it's also an opportunity to mingle and bid on both Live and Silent Auctions items donated by generous local businesses. There will also be raffles and prizes going on all night. You will also enjo... More ... Eating "Heart Healthy" This Year is Easier With Wild Alaskan Salmon Products The American Heart Association has recommended two servings per week of fish rich in Omega-3. As one of the best natural sources of Omega-3 oils, Alaskan wild salmon offers a wide array of health benefits including: • Helping to decrease blood lipids (cholesterol, LDL's, More ... What to do when requesting a raise Most people would prefer to go the length of their careers without having to ask for a raise. A difficultsubject to broach, asking for a raise can be uncomfortable for both employee and employer. Sometimes, however, asking for a raise just needs to be done. To ensure your next request for a salar... More ... |
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