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The state of Georgia is automatically extending the 2020 individual income tax filing and payment deadline from April 15, 2021 to May 17, 2021, without penalties or interest.

The state of Georgia is automatically extending the 2020 individual income tax filing and payment deadline from April 15, 2021 to May 17, 2021, without penalties or interest.

Income tax deadline extended

News Staff
Friday, March 26, 2021
The Georgia Department of Revenue (DOR) on Friday, in conformance with the U.S. Treasury Department and Internal Revenue Service (IRS), announced that the state of Georgia is automatically extending the 2020 individual income tax filing and payment deadline from April 15, 2021 to May 17, 2021,...
Stephens County Hospital has increased who can visit clients.

Stephens County Hospital has increased who can visit clients.

Hospital expands visitation policies

News Staff
Monday, March 22, 2021
In light of revised guidance from the CDC, Department of Public Health (DPH), and in compliance with executive orders from the Governor’s Office, Stephens County Hospital, its clinics and personal care homes will expanded visitation on a limited basis  effective Monday.
Here’s a scene from last year’s Sip-n-Stroll in downtown – Downtown Flowers hosting a Mimosa Bar.

Here’s a scene from last year’s Sip-n-Stroll in downtown – Downtown Flowers hosting a Mimosa Bar.

Sip and Stroll in Toccoa in April

News Staff
Thursday, March 18, 2021
Main Street Toccoa, in coordination with the businesses of downtown Toccoa, will hold the second annual Downtown Toccoa Sip-n-Stroll on Friday, April 16 from 4-7 p.m.     Strollers can enjoy their favorite drink samples, deals, special promotions, music and then attend a special concert at the Ritz...
The City of Toccoa has received funds to install lighting in alleyways.

The City of Toccoa has received funds to install lighting in alleyways.

Grant provides lighting for Toccoa

News Staff
Monday, March 15, 2021
Explore Georgia, the tourism division of the Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD), announced on March 2 that it awarded $5,000 in tourism product development grants to Main Street Toccoa.
Pictured are the Rev. Andy Childs (left) presenting the grant award to Sherry Beavers, executive director of Open Arms Clinic.

Pictured are the Rev. Andy Childs (left) presenting the grant award to Sherry Beavers, executive director of Open Arms Clinic.

Open Arms Clinic receives grant

News Staff
Friday, March 12, 2021
On behalf of more than 3,600 Georgia Baptist churches, the Georgia Baptist Health Care Ministry Foundation offers grants to non-profit healthcare organizations to lighten the burden of providing health care services and to bless those receiving services.
CDC says masks need not be worn any longer in some settings.

CDC says masks need not be worn any longer in some settings.

CDC updates mask guidelines

News Staff
Thursday, March 11, 2021
The Center for Diesease Control (CDC) on Monday released new guidelines governing mask wearing in the United States.     The new recommendations include:     • If you’ve been fully vaccinated, you can gather indoors with fully vaccinated people without wearing a mask.
Osborne Wood Products Inc. CEO Leon Osborne (left) takes U.S. Rep. Andrew Clyde on a tour of the Osborne manufacturing facility.

Osborne Wood Products Inc. CEO Leon Osborne (left) takes U.S. Rep. Andrew Clyde on a tour of the Osborne manufacturing facility.

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Congressman Andrew Clyde visits Osborne Wood Products

News Staff
Thursday, March 4, 2021
Osborne Wood Products Inc. was included in 9th District Congressman Andrew Clyde’s visit to Toccoa- Stephens County on Friday, Feb. 19.      The visit was coordinated by the Stephens County Development Authority and Clyde spent the day meeting with individuals in Toccoa-Stephens County.
The Toccoa Record

The Toccoa Record

Pre-K Registration

News Staff
Thursday, March 4, 2021
Registration for pre-kindergarten in Stephens County schools will continue through Friday, March 26.
Stephens County public schools sign

Stephens County public schools sign

Kindergarten registration

News Staff
Thursday, March 4, 2021
Kindergarten registration for Stephens County will be held Thursday and Friday, March 11-12.      Registration will be held from 3:30-6 p.m. on Thursday and 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday.      Registration on these dates will be held at Big A Elementary.