Salmonella Infections from Pre-cut Cantaloupe

The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is urging Georgians to be cautious about eating pre-cut cantaloupe if they cannot verify its source. At least five people in Georgia have become infected with Salmonella likely due to eating the contaminated cantaloupe. Across the country, 117 people have also been sickened, nearly half requiring hospitalization. The Salmonella cases reported in Georgia […]

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Winter Weather Preparedness Week – Day 1

Just a reminder that this week is Winter Weather Preparedness Week, and as WNEG News reported last week, Danielle Rhodes, Director of Stephens County Emergency Management, is joining The National Weather Service and the Ready Georgia campaign in offering plans and education on potentially dangerous storms and encouraging residents to prepare for severe winter weather.  Each day during Winter Weather […]

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NC Officials warn Georgia residents of armed and dangerous fugitive

On Saturday, the Cherokee County North Carolina Sheriff’s Office issued a warning for Georgia residents regarding a man wanted in relation to kidnapping and robbery charges who they believe is in Georgia. On Sunday, they updated the warning to advise that the man, Jordan Hedden, should be considered armed and dangerous and should not be approached if recognized. According to […]

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Tugalo Street Greenspace construction to begin Dec. 11

Construction on the Tugalo Street Greenspace is about to get underway, with demolition work beginning on Dec. 11, and Main Street Toccoa officials have advised area businesses that the parking lot will be closed for demolition and construction purposes until further notice.  Alternative parking areas recommended by Main Street include the parking spots along Sage Street, Pond Street, and in […]

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FDA warns of overheating issues with Philips brand CPAP machines

As part of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s continued commitment to protect and promote the public health, the agency is alerting patients and healthcare providers of an emerging safety issue involving Philips Respironics’ DreamStation 2 Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) machines used for treatment of obstructive sleep apnea.  The FDA issued a safety communication to inform the public of […]

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Open Arms Clinic 12 Days Of Christmas Food Drive Starts Today

With attention turned to Christmas, Toccoa/Stephens County’s Open Arms Clinic is kicking off their annual Holiday Food Drive. This year, in partnership with Neighbors4Neighbors to bring food items to needy families during the holiday season, they are hosting a 12 Days of Christmas Edition Food Drive. According to Open Arms executive director Sherry Beavers, the food drive collected and distributed […]

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Toccoa-born Coan Wins More Medals on way to 4th Summer Games

Two years ago, Toccoa’s Christmas Parade, sponsored by the Professional Women of Toccoa-Stephens County, boasted an international sports star.  Paralympic swimming champion and multi-medalist McKenzie Coan, who was born in Toccoa and grew up in Clarkesville, was the parade’s Grand Marshal. She is the daughter of Dr. Marc and Teresa Coan. At the time, Coan had recently authored a book, […]

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Winter Weather Preparedness Week is Almost Here

Preparing for winter weather starts now for Stephens County residents. In partnership with the Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency’s Ready Georgia campaign, Stephens County Emergency Management is encouraging citizens to take time to prepare for possible inclement weather emergencies this winter. Danielle Rhodes, Director of Stephens County Emergency Management, stated, “Winter Weather Preparedness Week is a great time […]

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