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Take a look at our December is...

When 11-year old Alex Hunt took a bow after his first piano recital, the celebration of his accomplishment was dynamic, rewarding and a long time coming. “Our family’s journey to health began in 2005, when our then five year old son was diagnosed with sensory...

MOBILE TRASH UNIT GEARS UP FOR...

The Keep Forsyth County Beautiful (KFCB) Mobile Trash Unit (MTU) initiative is gearing up for its third year and program organizers are once again seeking volunteers to participate in the litter cleanup events throughout the year. Launched in 2010, this program targets...

Mentor Me Turns 10!

Mentor Me North Georgia is gearing up to celebrate its 10th year anniversary! A celebration breakfast is scheduled for January 10, from 7 to 9 am.  “We want to pay tribute to those who have helped us over the years, contributed to the success of our programs and to...

A Special Visit by Pinecrest S...

Pinecrest Academy’s 8th grade Challenge Teams, accompanied by their team leaders and Miss Joycelyn Christianson, a consecrated woman, visited Our Lady of Perpetual Help Cancer Home in Atlanta on Saturday, December 3.  After a greeting by one of the Hawthorn...

Blood Drive Set for Dec 30

Don’t miss out on your opportunity to save a life!  A Blood Drive is scheduled for Friday, December 30 from 11 am to 4 pm at the Northside Hospital Forsyth Bennett Education Center.   Your help is needed!  Make a commitment to share the gift of life by...

RECYCLE YOUR TREE AFTER CHRIST...

Keep Forsyth County Beautiful (KFCB) is inviting residents to recycle their trees at numerous locations throughout the county during the “Bring One for the Chipper” Christmas tree recycling event from December 26 through January 28. A wood chipper at the locations...

The Gift of Giving

It’s the time of year when thoughts turn to shopping, wrapping, and stowing presents under the tree.  It’s great fun for some, and dreaded by others.  Sadly, for many, it has become just a social habit, propelled by the momentum of custom.  The good news is that...

What to do with leftovers?

You make pizza! Mia’s Pizza and Eats has a great contest for all “chef aficionados.”   To enter, participants must create a pizza using at least two leftovers from their holiday meal(s); they must snap a picture of their leftovers pizza and post it...

Holiday Fire Prevention and Sa...

  Fire Chief Danny Bowman and the Forsyth County Fire Department encourages everyone to take precautionary measures to help ensure safety throughout the holiday season.  “Responsible use of items such as heating devices, decorations and candles can play a role...

Sawnee Foundation Scholarships...

The Sawnee Foundation is offering scholarships to eligible seniors in 2011/2012. Scholarships will be awarded to students selected from the Sawnee EMC territory which consists of parts of Cherokee, Dawson, Forsyth, Fulton, Gwinnett, Hall and Lumpkin. To be eligible, a...

Hanukkah begins today

Tuesday, December 20, begins the eight-day celebration of Hanukkah, or Chanukah, for members of the Jewish community around the world. Hanukkah, also known as the Festival of Lights, begins at sunset on the eve of the 25th of the Jewish month of Kislev. The...
recent from Community MOBILE TRASH UNIT GEARS UP FOR THIRD YEAR
MOBILE TRASH UNIT GEARS UP FOR THIRD YEAR The Keep Forsyth County Beautiful (KFCB) Mobile Trash Unit (MTU) initiative is gearing up for its third year and program organizers are once again seeking volunteers to participate in the litter cleanup events throughout the year. Launched in 2010, this program targets roadside litter in Forsyth County. Two...
recent from Faith A Special Visit by Pinecrest Students
A Special Visit by Pinecrest Students Pinecrest Academy’s 8th grade Challenge Teams, accompanied by their team leaders and Miss Joycelyn Christianson, a consecrated woman, visited Our Lady of Perpetual Help Cancer Home in Atlanta on Saturday, December 3.  After a greeting by one of the Hawthorn Dominican Sisters, the girls visited as a group,...
recent from Features Students Learn About GIS in Forsyth County
Students Learn About GIS in Forsyth County Forsyth County hosted local home school students for a Geographic Information Systems (GIS) educational event on November 17, held in the Forsyth County Administration Building. The students, from North Georgia Homeschool Enrichment and Forsyth Christian Home Educators, were introduced to GIS and how it...
recent from Lifestyle Holiday Fire Prevention and Safety Tips
Holiday Fire Prevention and Safety Tips   Fire Chief Danny Bowman and the Forsyth County Fire Department encourages everyone to take precautionary measures to help ensure safety throughout the holiday season.  “Responsible use of items such as heating devices, decorations and candles can play a role in preventing fires and injuries,”...