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[ In Announcements ]
Brenau Confers Honorary Doctorate on Philanthropist Lessie Smithgall
The honorary degree marks the second time that Brenau has recognized the contributions of Mrs. Smithgall, who is a trustee emeritus at the university. In 1984, the board conferred on her an honorary doctorate of humane letters in 1984 primarily because of her contributions and support of the arts in Gainesville, Atlanta and elsewhere...
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[ In Schools ]
Pinecrest Academy Athlete Signs with Division One Virginia Commonwealth University
Pinecrest senior, Bridget Camacho, has been a four-year starter for the Pinecrest Academy Paladins and was named as an All-Region player for all four years and an All-State Player for the past three years.  She capped off her high school career by leading her team to their first ever state title in 2009...
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[ In Schools ]
Three Forsyth County Teachers Take Home the Turkey
Qwizzy’s World (QW), an online study site based in Forsyth County, recently held a contest for Forsyth County teachers, whereby QW would give away 10-12 pound turkeys, courtesy of Rick Tanner’s Grille & Bar in Cumming, to the teachers whose lucky tickets were drawn during the very first ‘QW Contest for Teachers’...
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[ In Recipes ]
From Miss Mary's Kitchen: Saucy Cornish Hens
If you have never enjoyed Cornish game hens, they are cross-bred chickens that are younger than the poultry we normally find in the meat department, and are both extremely tender and very flavorful...
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[ In Wine ]
Norm's Tasting Notes: Thanksgiving Favorites
For myself, I always go for a good bottle of German Riesling, or one of the good domestic ones from New York State, or Washington State. The fruity, but dry finish of a good Riesling is perfect for that dry white meat turkey, which did not turn out as juicy as you had hoped for...
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[ In Events ]
Northside Hospital Brightens the Hope of Cancer patients this Holiday Season
For the 21st year, Northside Hospital will honor those affected by cancer with the lighting of giant Christmas trees atop its campuses in Atlanta, Alpharetta and Cumming. All three trees will be lit Saturday, Dec. 5...
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[ In Local News ]
SEC Football Games for Week 12--Georgia vs Auburn is SEC Game of the Week
Another great weekend for SEC football.  I will be down in Athens on Saturday to see if the Bulldogs can handle the Auburn Tigers.  This is the big game for the weekend and too much is on the line not see it up close... 
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[ In Technology ]
Annual GED Awards Luncheon Honors Georgia’s Adult Learners
Lanier Technical College won the award for marketing and PR activities in promotion of GED and Adult Education services in the large-size service delivery area category.  Dr. Mike Moye, president of Lanier Tech, was present at the luncheon to accept the plaque on behalf of the college and the volunteer literacy organizations in the Lanier Tech’s eight-county service area...
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[ In Announcements ]
Chestatee Regional Library System Announces Holiday Closing
The Library will be closed Thursday, November 26 through Saturday, November 28 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday...
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[ In Continuing Education ]
Brenau Radio Commercials Win Three National Advertising Awards
From more than 4,000 entries, Brenau won two top Gold Awards, one, called “New Life,” about a divorced mom who had been a teacher’s assistant but went back to school to get an education degree, and the second, called “Navy Man,” about a “retired” U.S. Navy submariner who earned an M.B.A. at Brenau to help him start a new career at age 40...
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[ In Cheerleading ]
Superior Showing for Dawson Cheerleaders
For the first time ever, a five- and six-year old Dawson County squad participated in the North Georgia Youth Football Association (NGYFA) Cheer Competition and brought home the gold. Their impeccable performance was solid enough to put them ahead of a very good Chestatee squad...
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[ In Sports ]
Chase Elliott Records Top-Five in Strong North-South Shootout Field
After struggling slightly in qualifying, thirteen-year-old Elliott started 14th and drove his way toward the front to post a solid top-five finish in strong 26-car field. After the race, Elliott radioed to his crew, “I’m sorry guys, if I had had a better qualifying effort, we wouldn’t have had to use our equipment up to get to fifth.  The car was great tonight; I wish I could have done more”...
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[ In Government & Politics ]
Honor America’s Heroes on Veterans Day
This year, I have the honor of celebrating Veterans Day alongside many great Georgians who have served in the military at events throughout my community.  I have been invited to join Linda Williams, Dawson County Chamber of Commerce president, to present the Veteran of the Year award to Dr. Larry Anderson, a local Dawsonville physician...
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[ In Government & Politics ]
Isakson Praises Passage of Senate Resolution Honoring Veterans
Veterans Day, formerly known as Armistice Day, originally honored the end of World War I, which officially took place on Nov. 11, 1918. In 1954, Congress approved legislation establishing Nov. 11 as a federal holiday honoring American veterans of all wars...

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[ In Sports ]
Dawson County Tigers Super Bowl Bound
The six-year old Tigers will be playing for Dawson County’s first ever Super Bowl victory in this age group and the ten-year old Tigers will be playing for their fifth consecutive championship. Both teams have an opportunity to accomplish something never before seen in Dawson County history...
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[ In Technology ]
Become a Facebook Fan for Your Library
Become a fan and receive updates on upcoming programs, start an online book discussion, post comments about your library service or a book you have read, and view pictures from local Dawson and Lumpkin County library events...
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[ In Concerts/Entertainment ]
Cumming Playhouse Singers to Perform at Holly Theatre
During a festive Holiday Concert on December 7, the group's full chorus -- with solo and ensemble pieces -- will be performing, with  Patricia Wester, pianist, accompanying...
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[ In Business ]
Make Money From Home with Google? Not so Fast, Warns BBB
Better Business Bureau has received more than 1,500 complaints about several dozen Web sites that are trading on the Google name to scam people who want to learn about making money from home...
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[ In Living ]
Are You Paying Too Much for Television?
Cable One LLC., an authorized retailer of Dish Network in Cumming, have special offers and pricing now available...
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[ In Traffic & Infrastructure ]
GDOT Begins Construction in Hall County Wednesday
Concrete rehabilitation of State Route (SR) 365 from SR 369 to SR 52 will begin Wednesday and funded through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) in Hall County...
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