South Habersham principal Daphne Penick reflects on decades of service as retirement nears
CORNELIA, Ga. — When Daphne Penick thinks back to her first year in education, her mind goes not to lesson plans or classrooms, but...
Inside Cornelia’s aging Scout Hut, Scouts call for community help
CORNELIA, Ga. — The peeling paint, aging walls and outdated utilities were impossible to miss as leaders with Boy Scout Troop 24 walked Now...
Habersham Animal Shelter’s worst duty: saying ‘goodbye’
If a dog could read the room, he’d never accept a “free” cheeseburger from Madi Nix. The Habersham Animal Shelter director feels her heart...
Habersham school board honors educators with Peach State awards
The Habersham County Board of Education on Monday recognized two educators for exceptional service to students and families, presenting the Peach State Federal Credit...
Old cafeteria finds new purpose as volunteers pack meals for Habersham County students
DEMOREST, Ga. - Demorest City Hall occupies the former Demorest Elementary School, a building once filled with classrooms and a bustling cafeteria. While much...
How Olympians think about success and failure and what we can learn from them
If winning gold medals were the only standard, almost all Olympic athletes would be considered failures.
A clinical psychologist with the United States Olympic and...
Graveyards are not Spooky
You might think I'm unusual, but I truly enjoy visiting graveyards. They aren't spooky at all; instead, they offer a glimpse into the past...
Primate
Primate is a serviceable entertainment with enough B-movie charms to justify its existence. It's a movie that's driven by its characters and atmosphere but...
Students carry Lion King Jr. from classrooms to the community
By the time the curtain goes up this weekend, The Lion King Jr. at Habersham Central High School will already have lived it's full...
Back to the Moon: Artemis II
"Many years ago, the great British explorer George Mallory, who was to die on Mount Everest, was asked why did he want to climb...
North Georgia’s Mae Edmonson celebrates 100 years
On Tuesday, Mae Edmondson will turn 100, marking a century rooted in North Georgia. The milestone was celebrated early with a large gathering of...
Why home maintenance deserves a spot in the annual health and budget plans
Many people start the new year thinking about ways to improve their health, be more organized and manage their finances. Experts say there is...