Category: News

If you’ve signed up for a streaming service, such as Netflix, Disney+, PBS Passport, or Hulu, be careful when activating your account.    The Better Business Bureau is reporting that  scammers are trying to steal login information and other personal data with fake websites that appear to come from the streaming service provider.     Here’s how the scam works.   […]

As we continue with our Year in Review, Franklin County lost two local leaders in 2021.    Canon Mayor Ray Morgan passed away on January 27 after a brief illness.    Morgan opened Morgan’s Used Cars in 1985 and became an integral part of the Canon community.    Morgan served the town of Canon for 27 years ; first as […]

And the City of Lavonia lost a one of its great civic and community leaders when former Mayor Ralph Owens passed away November 30.    Owens was elected to the Lavonia City Council in 1987 and after a two-year term, he was elected Mayor of Lavonia where he served until December, 2019.   During his tenure as Mayor, Owens  worked […]

Earlier this month, EV vehicle manufacturer Rivian Inc. Announced plans to invest $5 billion in a carbon-conscious campus in Georgia for its electric adventure vehicles.   It’s the largest economic development project in Georgia history, creating 7,500 jobs.   Now, the Georgia Department of Education is creating a new Career Pathway that will equip students with the skills to enter […]

North Georgia Technical College in Clarkesville has announced their  list of students named to the President’s List and Honor Roll for fall semester 2021.  The Honor Roll recognizes full-time students with a 3.5 GPA. 15 Franklin County students were named to the Honor Roll. They include:    Megan Barnes, Carnesville, Business Management  Kayla Bellew, Canon, Welding Technology  Victoria Burns, Lavonia, […]