Samuel “Jay” Hunter is a computer science teacher at Woodstock High School (WHS), working to expand the school’s computer science program. He has been teaching for four years, and he is a dynamic individual whose life of service and innovation has proven to be of great benefit to all around him. His roots began in Georgia. While studying to become a biomedical engineer at … [Read more...]

As the weather gets cooler, cravings for warm, comforting foods grow stronger. Here are some recipes from your neighbors — sweet, savory and perfectly spiced — to help tide you over until Thanksgiving. Fresh Apple Cake By Janis Forrester Ingredients • 3 cups apples of choice, chopped (about 3 apples) • 3 cups self-rising flour • 1 cup white sugar • 1 teaspoon cinnamon • … [Read more...]

Table Bouquets From a Habitat Yard It’s Thanksgiving morning. The linens are ironed, the table is set, the turkey is roasting, and the sweet potatoes and dressing are ready to pop into the oven. And, it’s time for my favorite Thanksgiving ritual: gathering wild plants from my yard for the table arrangements. But, it’s November! What possibly could be growing outside to … [Read more...]

Thompsons Boast Nearly 50 Years of Combined Service Nov. 11 is a national holiday designed to honor the veterans who have and are so tirelessly serving our country. “Thank you for your service,” is an expression one hears often. There is a local couple, retired Air Force Senior Master Sgts. (E8) Tommy and Robernetta Thompson of Canton, who say the opposite: “Thank you for … [Read more...]

The March of the Toys Parade in downtown Ball Ground has become a Cherokee County tradition. Ten years ago, our local Santa and Mrs. Claus, Tim and Pam Cavender, launched the parade, to join Toys for Tots (TFT) and help children in need. This holiday season marks the 75th anniversary of the Marine Corps Reserve TFT Program. Maj. Bill Hendricks started the charity in Los … [Read more...]