If you know where you’re going, it’s a lot easier to get there.It’s even easier with a consistent plan for how to get there. So, where is Cherokee County going? More importantly, how do we get there? And, how do we stay on the right track?Many of us share the same vision for our county: thriving cities and modern conveniences, but a safe and comfortable place to live … [Read more...]

Offers Help, Hope for Veterans and their Families The Cherokee Veterans Community ministry (CVC), is the military ministry at First Baptist Church Woodstock and is one of several military-type groups serving Cherokee County veterans, alongside the American Legion, VFW post, Marine Corps League and the Cherokee County Homeless Veteran Program.The CVC’s mission is to provide … [Read more...]

Digital trends and tools to help meet your wellness goals. While not everyone has access to a walking desk or treadmill at work, there are ways to tap into technology to keep our bodies moving throughout the day.Smart Phones Everybody’s got one (except that one person we all know who is still holding on tight to their flip phone), and our phones can usually be found in … [Read more...]

It’s a new year; time to set goals. It turns out my 2020 goals for the county are a lot like last year’s. They’re long-term goals, and few things are quick and easy in a political environment.I want to get things moving on state highway projects. Construction on Highway 20 improvements didn’t get started as planned in 2019, because right-of-way acquisition has been slow. … [Read more...]

Organizers of the Etowah Film Festival are looking for student film submissions from Cherokee County students — those in public and private schools as well as home-school. College films also will be accepted, but are not limited to Cherokee students. The winner of each category (high school and college) will receive a $500 scholarship. For more information, visit … [Read more...]