Author: MJ Kneiser

Any time you are driving a vehicle, you need to be watchful. However, in the Fall, you need to be extra vigilant. Why? Because it is now peak deer activity season, according to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division. “While the ultimate goal is to avoid a collision, if one is imminent, never swerve to avoid hitting […]

Local non-profit groups are already gearing up for a holiday season where more people will be turning to them for help. As the cost of living continues to rise, many more families are turning to groups such as the Salvation Army for help this holiday season than ever before. Rebecca Dixon, Toccoa Service Director for the Salvation Army said that’s […]

The Hart County 4-H in conjunction with Dr. Matthew Keller of Hartwell Animal Hospital will hold a fall rabies clinic this Wednesday at Beggs Farm on Highway 17/the Royston Highway in Canon. The rabies clinic takes place from 5:30p to 6:30p. This is a drive-through event but all dogs and cats must be either on a leash or in a […]

A reminder of several holiday volunteer opportunities with Franklin County-based Love Him Love Them Ministry. Ministry Founder Linda Gunter says it begins with their Thanksgiving meal giveaway this month. Gunter says those interested in helping should come to the volunteer meeting next Tuesday, November 21 at the Franklin County High School Cafeteria. Coming on the heels of the Thanksgiving meal […]

The Georgia Department of Transportation (Georgia DOT) and its construction partners announce upcoming traffic shifts along Interstate 85 (I-85) northbound and southbound at Ridgeway Church Road on Friday, November 17. The shifts mark a milestone in the I-85 Widening, Phase III project with new bridges in place, allowing crews to proceed with the demolition and replacement of the old structures. […]