First recognized in 1987, May is celebrated as National Photography Month. In honor of the month, we asked Cherokee County high school students to share their photographs and what inspires them. We hope their work inspires you to take a moment to capture the world through the lens of a camera − no matter what kind of camera you use.Emily Collins, Freshman - Etowah High … [Read more...]
A Little Art, A Little Wine
About 600 people participated in Canton’s recent Art and Wine Walk, an annual event that raised several thousand dollars to help fund the Main Street Facade Grant Program. The funds are used to assist downtown business owners who wish to update the exterior of their building. In fact, the event was so successful, another one will be scheduled this fall. For updates, visit … [Read more...]
Safety First
School Crossing Guards Deserve Our Thanks, PraiseMary Hulsey, above and below, is the crossing guard at Hickory Flat Elementary School.Each of us who lives in Cherokee County should be able to agree on one thing: Our roads are busy and growing busier every day.I hope we can agree on another point: Keeping these roads safe, especially around our schools, is an … [Read more...]
Cobb’s Purpose
Paralyzed Schnauzer Spreads Joy, Hope and LoveMy husband Paul and I were not intending to adopt a third dog. After Misty, our oldest miniature schnauzer, passed away, we decided that our two remaining girls were enough for now. After all, there were only two of us, so it made sense.Not long after making this decision, I saw an injured dog’s story on the Schnauzer … [Read more...]
Cherokee Is Still a Farm Community
Cherokee County is blessed with many food-producing farms and gardens, thanks to the abundance of undeveloped land (for the moment!). Some farmers raise beef cattle, goats, chickens for eggs or meat, as well as animal feed crops, such as hay or corn. Others specialize in a variety of vegetables and fruits that grow well in this part of Georgia.Methods of farming vary in our … [Read more...]