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The Rev. Brent White became the new senior pastor at Toccoa First United Methodist Church earlier this year.

The Rev. Brent White became the new senior pastor at Toccoa First United Methodist Church earlier this year.

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White named as senior paster at TFUMC

News Staff
Wednesday, October 23, 2019
    The Rev. Brent White wants Toccoa First United Methodist Church “to be the church in love with Jesus.”      “That’s where it has to start,” he said. “I want us to be a place where people feel like they belong, where they feel loved, where they feel welcomed into our church family.
Oct. 18 fire on Collins Road.

Oct. 18 fire on Collins Road.

Garage fire on Oct. 18

News Staff
Wednesday, October 23, 2019
Firefighters from the City of Toccoa and Carnes Creek Volunteer Fire Department faced a heavily involved garage fire at 2:40 a.m.  Friday morning, Oct. 18 on Collins Road. The building was destroyed, but no one was injured,  Toccoa assistant fire chief Frankie Dietz said.
‘Old Guard’ members Nicky Willis and Benny Cheek check the National Guard photos from the 1980s.

‘Old Guard’ members Nicky Willis and Benny Cheek check the National Guard photos from the 1980s.

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The 'Old Guard' remembers

Toccoa Editor
Wednesday, October 23, 2019
    Retirees from the National Guard units in Toccoa, Lavonia and Hartwell, held a 20th anniversary celebration dinner Saturday, Sept. 19, at the Toccoa National Guard Armory.
The 2019 Christmas Parade in Toccoa will be Saturday, Dec. 7 at 4 p.m.

The 2019 Christmas Parade in Toccoa will be Saturday, Dec. 7 at 4 p.m.

Christmas parade submissions being accepted

News Staff
Wednesday, October 16, 2019
    The 2019 Toccoa Christmas Parade will be held Saturday, Dec. 7 at 4 p.m. in downtown Toccoa.     Theme for this year’s parade will be The Real Meaning of Christmas.     The parade is sponsored by the Toccoa Woman’s Club and its members are encouraging all businesses and churches to participate.
NGTC’s annual bridge party is scheduled for Nov. 5.

NGTC’s annual bridge party is scheduled for Nov. 5.

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NGTC schedules annual bridge party

News Staff
Wednesday, October 16, 2019
    The North Georgia Technical College Foundation Board of Trustees is planning the 17th annual bridge party in memory of former trustee Marvin Scobee.     The party is scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 5, at the Currahee Campus of NGTC located in Avalon.
Crosby Lane, the husband and wife duo of John and Michaela Lemonis, will bring their delta folk style of music to Toccoa First United Methodist Church.

Crosby Lane, the husband and wife duo of John and Michaela Lemonis, will bring their delta folk style of music to Toccoa First United Methodist Church.

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Cosby Lane at TFUMC on Oct. 27

News Staff
Wednesday, October 16, 2019
    Toccoa First United Methodist Church will welcome the Crosby Lane duo in concert on Sunday, Oct. 27 at 5 p.m.     Based in Nashville, Tenn., the husband/wife duo of John and Michaela Lemonis specializes in a “delta folk” approach to Christian music, a melding of their respective backgrounds.
These are some of the custom cabinets manufactured by Marshall Jordan and American Heritage Custom Cabinetry.

These are some of the custom cabinets manufactured by Marshall Jordan and American Heritage Custom Cabinetry.

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American Heritage celebrates 35 years

News Staff
Wednesday, October 16, 2019
     Marshall Jordan is a small town businessman with a big dream to offer quality service and products to his community.     With humble roots in northeast Georgia, Jordan is seen by many as a symbol of hard work, dedication and perseverance.
Stephens County school nutrition department received a Golden Radish award from Georgia Organic for recent accomplishments. Pictured are (from left) lunchroom managers Ann Ayers of Toccoa Elementary, Tammy Hanson of Liberty Elementary, Tangie Banks nutrition bookkeeper, Jureda Bowen of Stephens County High School, Shelia Kellar of Big A Elementary, Heidi Hickey of Stephens County Middle School, nutrition director Kim Caudell, and school superintendent Bryan Dorsey.

Stephens County school nutrition department received a Golden Radish award from Georgia Organic for recent accomplishments. Pictured are (from left) lunchroom managers Ann Ayers of Toccoa Elementary, Tammy Hanson of Liberty Elementary, Tangie Banks nutrition bookkeeper, Jureda Bowen of Stephens County High School, Shelia Kellar of Big A Elementary, Heidi Hickey of Stephens County Middle School, nutrition director Kim Caudell, and school superintendent Bryan Dorsey.

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BOE recognizes nutrition/special education accomplishments

J. Todd Truelove
Wednesday, October 16, 2019
    A prayer, the pledge, and the sound of a snare drum started the Stephens County Board of Education's meeting Tuesday.     Stephens County High School band director Derrick Nolen marched the band’s drummers to the meeting to perform.
Arvin Dinh, Trevor Burton, Anike Tendell, Ashelyn Merce and J.J. Hayes are making a care package for troops.

Arvin Dinh, Trevor Burton, Anike Tendell, Ashelyn Merce and J.J. Hayes are making a care package for troops.

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SCHS students learn leadership skills.

J. Todd Truelove
Wednesday, October 9, 2019
    Twenty students at Stephens County High School are developing leadership skills through a program sponsored by Chick-fil-A.     The program, Chick-fil-A Leader Academy, kicked off Sept.