The Voice of Wonderful NE Georgia
The state Board of Education approved the first Georgia Standards of Excellence for Media Arts, Theatre Arts and Visual Arts late last month. Fine Arts Specialist Jessica Booth said the new standards are for three of five subject areas that fall within fine arts. “The standards are for three of the five subject areas that fall under the heading of […]
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Mainstreet Toccoa is hosting another plaque dedication tomorrow at the old Parker Newman Drugstore and Soda shop located at BJ’s restaurant. Community Development Specialist Christian Hamilton tells WNEG News the significance of the building. “The building was built in 1907, generally around the same time as the Stephens County Court House,” said Hamilton. “Specifically, the Parker Newman Drugstore was a […]
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Funeral services are scheduled this week for three students killed in an automobile accident last Friday. Shortly after midnight on June 30, Tristin Helton and Kennedy Wright, both of Clarkesville and Jace Eli Alexander of Martin were killed in a single-vehicle wreck on Brookhaven Circle. Services for Helton were held Monday; services for Wright are scheduled for today at 2 […]
Read moreCharles Anthony, WLHR It has now been announced that the new Cracker Barrel in Lavonia will open on July 10. The new Cracker Barrel that has employed a near 200 local residents will open its door to the public on July 10 at 6 a.m. The restaurant company officially announced back in January that it would be coming to Lavonia and, according to […]
Read moreIf you’re planning to attend a fireworks display this evening and think you’d like to bring your dog with you, you may want to reconsider. Experts say it might not be fun for your dog. In fact, it could be downright frightening for them. Every year, countless American dogs panic, hide, or even run away on July 4th, terrified by […]
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As Fourth of July celebrations continue today, Police Chief Tim Jarrell reminds everyone to be safe and courteous of your neighbors as you celebrate. Jarrell says the police department would like for residents within the city limits to consider your neighbors. “One of the things that we’re looking for, is we would like for people within the city limits of […]
Read moreCharles Anthony, WLHR Announced at the end of last week, the Northeast Georgia animal shelter has been quarantined for two weeks. Shelter Director Tammie Jourdanais said it is due to parvo. “We unfortunately had two puppies brought in by a member of the public that presented healthy upon intake but broke with Parvo virus less than 24 hours after being […]
Read moreThe Better Business Bureau is warning the public about an online scam that has recently popped up on sales sites. Better Business Bureau spokesperson Fred Elsberry said these scams can affect online sellers and buyers. Elsberry said if you’re selling, a buyer may contact you about a purchase and say they’ll send a cashier’s check or money order. “They try […]
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Fourth of July celebrations have already begun for some people, but those planning to shoot fireworks today or tomorrow, should remember to be safe in doing so. Stephens County Fire Services Coordinator Jamey Gettys advises people to keep a bucket of water on hand when shooting fireworks. “Always have a bucket of water nearby in case you get a dud […]
Read moreSeveral alumni of North Georgia Technical College who are from Toccoa were recognized at the annual Alumni Lunch and Awards Celebration on June 10. Ethan Lord of Toccoa graduated from NGTC in 2014 with an engineering degree and was one of three who received the Young Alumni Award. This award is for those who have graduated within the last five […]
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