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The first week of early voting wraps up today in Stephens County. But, you still have time to cast an early ballot before the November 2 deadline. Stephens County Registrar Bill Cochran says that there has been a good voter turnout this week. He encourages the community to take advantage of the early voting period, and skip the lines on […]
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Just a brief announcement from Stephens County Clerk Beth Rider, the entrance to the Historic Courthouse on Tugalo Street is closed due to construction. Rider advises the community to use the Doyle Street entrance until further notice. Anyone needing to enter the Historic County Courthouse through a handicap accessible entrance to only use the Tugalo Street entrance. For questions regarding […]
Read moreStudents, staff, and faculty at Stephens County Middle School will be saying farewell to Principal Michael Shawler at the end of this academic year. During the recent Stephens County Board of Education meeting, the board accepted his resignation effective June 30, 2019. Shawler began his tenure at Stephens County Middle School during the 2017-2018 academic year; however, his career in […]
Read moreThe annual winners of a community award in Lavonia have been announced. Earlier this month, Logan and Andie Mathis were named as the recipients of the 15th annual Margaret Ayers Award for Civic Health in Lavonia. The award is presented by the Lavonia Clinic and the Northeast Georgia Regional Medical Associates. It honors a community member for volunteerism, exceptional character, […]
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The Stephens County Board of Education met last night to adopt 3 policy updates. Which includes revisions to Policy JBCB – nonresident students, Policy JBCC – Student Assignments and the adoption of Policy JBCBA – Tuition. Policy JBCB allows non-resident students to attend Stephens County Schools contingent on approval from the Office of the Superintendent. Policy JBCBA sets perimeters for […]
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The Christmas season is fast approaching and all across Stephens County, children are gearing up to send letters to Santa in hopes of cashing in their good behavior for toys. Yet, for some children, Santa Claus won’t stop at their house. Not because they were particularly bad, but because there is no money to fulfill their Christmas list. To remedy […]
Read moreEarly voting started yesterday in Stephens County. According to Stephens County Registrar Bill Cochran the turnout was strong. A total of 322 registered voters came out to cast ballots on the first day; and Cochran says he expects more to come in. Early voting will run from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday until November 2. Cochran reminds […]
Read moreVoters in Stephens County can begin casting their ballots in the November General Election today. Stephens County Registrar Bill Cochran says that polls will be open for the next three weeks prior to the November 6 election. Polls will be open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday from today through November 2. Again, there will be a […]
Read moreThe male responsible for the September 2017, wrong-way crash that claimed the lives of two females, has been sentenced to time in prison. According to officials with the District Attorney’s Office, on October 10, 17-year-old Tristen Cade Bolemon plead guilty to two counts of felony grade homicide by motor vehicle. On September 9, 2017, Bolemon killed 29-year-old Allyson Franklin and […]
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A Toccoa landlord recently invited the public to his rental property where officials with the City of Toccoa were inspecting the residence. On September 27, officials from the City of Toccoa conducted a home inspection at 347 South Pond Street. The home owner, Tom Dooley, invited the public to oversee the walk-through inspection of the multiunit property. Officials arrived, at […]
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