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BY Sherry Lewis
It’s a rock hound’s dream come true. It’s a place where people come to stay one week or longer. There are lodges and campsites; there is a cafeteria, and there are dedicated hobbyists who make it possible for many others to enjoy the fruits of their knowledge.
The Williams Holland School of Lapidary Arts, in Young Harris, offers a wide variety of classes on how to turn rough gems into family keepsakes. People come from near and far to learn the trade or to get more proficient at the art of cutting and polishing stone. While it may have begun as a necessity to make tools and weapons from stones, now it has evolved as into much more.
We stopped by on a recent trip to northeast Georgia and were amazed at what transpires at the school situated near the Georgia-North Carolina border. I was so impressed by the magnificent creations made from cutting and polishing gemstones, then setting them into metalwork of their own creation. [Full Story »]
Entries from July 2015
Atlanta Hawks team member arrested after car chase
Atlanta Hawks forward James Michael “Mike” Scott, 27, Smyrna, was arrested on drug charges Thursday after a car chase in Banks County. Acworth was a passenger in a car driven by his brother, Antonn Imhotep Scott, 20, Acworth, who was also arrested.
At approximately 9 a.m., Banks County sheriff’s deputies attempted to stop a 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe on I-85 North near mile marker 154 after noticing the driver following too close to other vehicles. As deputies attempted to make the traffic stop, the driver sped up to 98 mph and failed to stop for deputies. The driver continued for two miles and finally stopped near mile marker 156.
Deputies made contact with the Scott brothers who reportedly advised that they did have marijuana in the vehicle. Deputies located over an ounce of marijuana in the vehicle along with approximately 10.9 grams of MDMA (“Molly”).
Both suspects were arrested and transported to Banks County Sheriff’s Office Law Enforcement Center. Antonn Imhotep Scott was charged with fleeing and attempting to elude law enforcement officers, following too close, felony possession of marijuana, and possession of schedule I. James Michael Scott was charged with felony possession of marijuana and possession of schedule I.
James Michael Scott had a bond set at $8,100 and Antonn Scott had a bond set at $9,300. Both bonded out Thursday evening.
At approximately 9 a.m., Banks County sheriff’s deputies attempted to stop a 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe on I-85 North near mile marker 154 after noticing the driver following too close to other vehicles. As deputies attempted to make the traffic stop, the driver sped up to 98 mph and failed to stop for deputies. The driver continued for two miles and finally stopped near mile marker 156.
Deputies made contact with the Scott brothers who reportedly advised that they did have marijuana in the vehicle. Deputies located over an ounce of marijuana in the vehicle along with approximately 10.9 grams of MDMA (“Molly”).
Both suspects were arrested and transported to Banks County Sheriff’s Office Law Enforcement Center. Antonn Imhotep Scott was charged with fleeing and attempting to elude law enforcement officers, following too close, felony possession of marijuana, and possession of schedule I. James Michael Scott was charged with felony possession of marijuana and possession of schedule I.
James Michael Scott had a bond set at $8,100 and Antonn Scott had a bond set at $9,300. Both bonded out Thursday evening.
John “Punk” Mathis (07-29-15)
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Thursday, July 30. 2015
DANIELSVILLE - John Franklin “Punk” Mathis, 71, passed away Wednesday, July 29, 2015, at the Athens Regional Medical Center. Mr. Mathis was born August 30, 1943, in Commerce, the son of the late Lee and Zelma McElroy Mathis. He was retired from Aldridge Construction and was a member of Galilee Holiness Church. He was preceded in death by ... [Full Story »]
Armed robbery suspect caught
A suspect has been caught in an armed robbery at Habersham Federal Credit Union on Evans Street in Homer. The suspect fled the scene prior to deputies' arrival but was caught a few hours later. [Full Story »]
Softball: Unfinished Business - Leopard squad looks to atone for last season’s early playoff exit
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Wednesday, July 29. 2015
The Lady Leopard softball team put together a stellar 2014 – a season in which the Leopards posted a 19-8 overall record and a regular season region title. But after being upset in the Region 8-AAA tournament, the Leopards were resigned to enter the state tournament as a no. 3 seed and were sub sequentially eliminated from in a road matchup ... [Full Story »]
Banks County Holiday Festival planned
The Banks County Sheriff’s Office will host the Banks County Holiday Festival set for Saturday, Sept. 5, and is soliciting sponsors to support the event.
Sponsorships are available at costs from $100 to $500 and sponsors will be recognized on event banners and other event information.
Vendors are also invited to apply for a booth. The cost is $75 for a 10 x 12 space, and electricity will be furnished.
The event will begin with a parade at 10 a.m., and organizers also seek entertainers willing to donate their time.
A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Georgia Sheriff’s Youth Home.
Persons interested in being sponsors, having booths, providing entertainment or with any questions about the festival should call Kathy Mize or Judy Greer at 706-677-2248.
Sponsorships are available at costs from $100 to $500 and sponsors will be recognized on event banners and other event information.
Vendors are also invited to apply for a booth. The cost is $75 for a 10 x 12 space, and electricity will be furnished.
The event will begin with a parade at 10 a.m., and organizers also seek entertainers willing to donate their time.
A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Georgia Sheriff’s Youth Home.
Persons interested in being sponsors, having booths, providing entertainment or with any questions about the festival should call Kathy Mize or Judy Greer at 706-677-2248.
For a fun-filled ‘stay-cation’ head to Athens
BY ANGELA GARY
With a boutique hotel in the heart of downtown, an amazing food scene and an art gallery on the University of Georgia campus, Athens makes the perfect “stay-cation” that is a short drive away but still far enough away for a get-away.
We made Hotel Indigo our headquarters and fit in a food tour with stops at The Place, Georgia Theatre and Creature Comforts, dinner at 5&10 and a morning exploring the Georgia Museum on the University of Georgia campus.
FOOD TOUR
Our first stop on the Georgia Food Tours with Mary Charles Howard, which is offered six times each year, was The Place, which is owned by Allen Pope. It offers Southern comfort food and the fried chicken, macaroni and cheese and collard greens are a great choice. We also tasted flank steak, mashed potatoes and asparagus. Everything was perfectly prepared. [Full Story »]
With a boutique hotel in the heart of downtown, an amazing food scene and an art gallery on the University of Georgia campus, Athens makes the perfect “stay-cation” that is a short drive away but still far enough away for a get-away.
We made Hotel Indigo our headquarters and fit in a food tour with stops at The Place, Georgia Theatre and Creature Comforts, dinner at 5&10 and a morning exploring the Georgia Museum on the University of Georgia campus.
FOOD TOUR
Our first stop on the Georgia Food Tours with Mary Charles Howard, which is offered six times each year, was The Place, which is owned by Allen Pope. It offers Southern comfort food and the fried chicken, macaroni and cheese and collard greens are a great choice. We also tasted flank steak, mashed potatoes and asparagus. Everything was perfectly prepared. [Full Story »]
Kimberley Barker (07-23-15)
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Monday, July 27. 2015
HOMER - Kimberley Crosby Barker, 44, passed away on Thursday, July 23, 2015. She was born in Atlanta, the daughter of Virgil and Malinda Gruber Crosby of Norman Park, Ga. She was a secretary for B and S Enterprises Inc. Kim was a loving wife, mother, sister and daughter that cherished our family get togethers and bonfires at night. Her passions ... [Full Story »]
Donald Shirley (07-24-15)
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Monday, July 27. 2015
ALTO - Donald Shirley, 74, passed away Friday, July 24, 2015, at his residence. Born on July 2, 1941, in Rabun County, he was the son of the late Jesse Vandiver and Fannie Mae Moore Shirley. He was retired from Scovill Manufacturing and was a member of Line Baptist Church. Mr. Shirley was a Baptist minister who evangelized in the Northeast ... [Full Story »]
Baldwin fire chief recovering from injuries
Baldwin Fire Chief Joe Roy, 46, is recovering, at Emory Hospital, Atlanta, from injures he suffered when he was struck by a truck on Saturday morning.
Just before 11 a.m. on July 25, a 2012 Toyota Tundra pickup truck, driven by R.W. Nored, 70, Dahlonega, struck Roy while he was taking part in a boot drive in Habersham County.
The accident happened on Georgia Highway 384 (Duncan Bridge Road) at Mud Creek Road. Roy was standing on the centerline when Nored reportedly drifted over and the left front of his truck struck Roy from behind. The impact knocked Roy approximately 15 feet, according to the Georgia State Patrol report.
Roy was transported by Air Life helicopter to Grady for treatment of his injuries.
On Sunday afternoon at a news conference at the Baldwin Police Department, Baldwin Mayor Jerry Neace said Roy suffered a severe laceration to his right arm that cut his tricep tendon, a broken left shoulder blade, a severe gash in the back of his head and a minor tear in his spleen.
The accident is under investigation by the Georgia State Patrol.
Neace said Roy was helping with a boot drive to benefit the honor guard for public safety personnel.
“I want to thank all the departments that have stepped in to help,” Neace said.
Neace said the GSP, Habersham County Sheriff’s Office, Habersham County Fire Department, Hall County Fire Department, City of Cornelia, City of Demorest, Banks County Fire Department, and many others had offered their help and support since the accident.
Just before 11 a.m. on July 25, a 2012 Toyota Tundra pickup truck, driven by R.W. Nored, 70, Dahlonega, struck Roy while he was taking part in a boot drive in Habersham County.
The accident happened on Georgia Highway 384 (Duncan Bridge Road) at Mud Creek Road. Roy was standing on the centerline when Nored reportedly drifted over and the left front of his truck struck Roy from behind. The impact knocked Roy approximately 15 feet, according to the Georgia State Patrol report.
Roy was transported by Air Life helicopter to Grady for treatment of his injuries.
On Sunday afternoon at a news conference at the Baldwin Police Department, Baldwin Mayor Jerry Neace said Roy suffered a severe laceration to his right arm that cut his tricep tendon, a broken left shoulder blade, a severe gash in the back of his head and a minor tear in his spleen.
The accident is under investigation by the Georgia State Patrol.
Neace said Roy was helping with a boot drive to benefit the honor guard for public safety personnel.
“I want to thank all the departments that have stepped in to help,” Neace said.
Neace said the GSP, Habersham County Sheriff’s Office, Habersham County Fire Department, Hall County Fire Department, City of Cornelia, City of Demorest, Banks County Fire Department, and many others had offered their help and support since the accident.
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