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James Stewart Chapter NSDAR inducts new members

September 19, 2017 by Announcements · Leave a Comment

(Franklin) -- The James Stewart Chapter NSDAR inducted four new members at their September meeting: Sandi Allen, Elizabeth Chapmen, Teresa Chapman, and Sarah McCrary. Each of these ladies has proven her direct lineage to someone who fought or provided service in the American Revolution. Once an applicant’s proof documentation is approved, her … [READ MORE]

Caney Head’s Annual Barbecue this Saturday

September 18, 2017 by Staff Reports · Leave a Comment

(Heard County, GA) -- Church members and other helpers will be hard at work later this week as Caney Head Methodist Church prepares for their barbecue fundraiser this Saturday, September 23 at the church. The event has been a tradition at the church since the 1950's and draws hundreds of people annually looking to purchase the famous barbecue, … [READ MORE]

UDC presents food to Heard County Food Pantry

September 19, 2017 by Announcements · Leave a Comment

(Franklin) -- The Heard County United Daughters of the Confederacy 2587 gave boxes of instant grits and instant oatmeal to the Heard County Food Pantry for school backpacks. Every Friday, the pantry sends out packs of food to children who qualify to use for the weekend. The UDC is a service organization that helps the community in many ways, and … [READ MORE]

Pastoral Nuggets: How to be Victorious

September 15, 2017 by Aaron McCullough · Leave a Comment

I was listening to a preacher the other day who mentioned the Biblical account of Joshua encountering the Captain of the Lord’s Host at the Battle of Jericho. It occurred to me that both Joshua and the Captain of the Lord’s Host were doing the same thing. Both were preparing themselves for a battle by surveying the battlefield. It also occurred … [READ MORE]

8U Braves shut down Devils in youth opener

September 17, 2017 by Staff Reports · Leave a Comment

(Franklin, GA) -- The 8u Heard County Recreation Department Braves football team opened the regular season Saturday with a 29-0 win over Bowdon at Staples Stadium. Brody Buc Cofield put the Braves on top early scoring on a 60-yard scamper on the 3rd play of the game. After a quick three and out on defense, the Braves scored again on a 65-yard run … [READ MORE]

Mr. Richard Lee Foster

September 19, 2017 by Obituary · Leave a Comment

Mr. Richard Lee Foster, age 73, of Roanoke passed away September 11, 2017. A memorial service for Mr. Foster will be conducted Friday September 22, 2017 at 2:00 PM from the chapel of Stutts Funeral Home with the Rev. Lynn Janney officiating. The family will accept guests at Stutts Funeral Home from 1:00 – 2:00 PM prior to the service. Mr. Foster … [READ MORE]