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Rabun County ramble: Natural beauty found throughout Rabun County

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Tuesday, July 6. 2010

North Georgia residents don’t have to go too far to find beautiful mountain countryside with plenty of outdoor adventures. Thrillseekers come to Rabun County to test their skills against the powers of nature through kayaking and whitewater rafting. Other outdoor adventures include hiking, biking, horseback riding, golf, hunting, fishing, ... [Full Story »]

Banks County deputies confiscate marijuana plants

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Tuesday, July 6. 2010

Banks County Sheriff Charles Chapman reported on Monday that Banks County Sheriff’s Office deputies pulled up seven large marijuana plants on Wednesday, June 30, in Lula. Chapman said, “Narcotics officers watched the marijuana plants, located in a thickly dense area off Sweetwater Way in Lula, for several days hoping to catch someone in the ... [Full Story »]

Thankful for much in hectic world around us

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Tuesday, July 6. 2010

Even as the final firecracker has now sizzled out, I remain in a thankful frame of mind this week. It goes beyond the usual events associated with the July 4 holiday. While things like cookouts, swimming and summer fun in general are important (and I am thankful for each one), there is so much more to be thankful for. What about our brave ... [Full Story »]

Chamber sponsors event: Candidates talk with voters at ‘meet and greet’

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Tuesday, July 6. 2010

Candidates in the July 20 election met with voters at a “meet and greet” Thursday night at the county recreation complex sponsored by the Banks County Chamber of Commerce. The candidates gave brief remarks to the crowd and then went to individual booths set up in the recreation center to meet one-on-one with the voters. Opening remarks from ... [Full Story »]

Traveling to Toccoa: Toccoa Falls, antique shopping highlight of visit

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Thursday, July 1. 2010

Visitors to the North Georgia town of Toccoa will find beautiful countryside, antique shopping and a wonderful history museum on the area. Toccoa is the Cherokee word for beautiful and waterfalls and mountains are among the spots of beauty. Make your first stop Toccoa Falls College, home of the beautiful 186-foot tall waterfall. It’s a ... [Full Story »]

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