June 19, 2013

Mary Johnson High School Reunion

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You are invited to the Mary H. Johnson High School Reunion on Saturday, August 31, 2013 at the Heard High School, located at 545 Main Street, Franklin, GA, where festivities begin at 6:00 p.m. All classes from 1952-1969 are included. The cost of the affair will be $25 per couple or $15 per person. All funds need to be in by August 1, 2013 to Mildred … [Read more...]

The History of Flag Day

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The Fourth of July was traditionally celebrated as America's birthday, but the idea of an annual day specifically celebrating the Flag is believed to have first originated in 1885. B. J. Cigrand, a schoolteacher, arranged for the pupils in the Fredonia, Wisconsin Public School, District 6, to observe June 14 (the 108th anniversary of the official adoption … [Read more...]

Open Range Cowboy Church at the Heard County Arena

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Open Range Cowboy Church is open to everyone! That’s why we call it Open Range… We believe in accepting people just as they are, just as Jesus did. We want you to relax, to feel comfortable, and enjoy being with like-minded folks. This is a place where folks will find a non-judgmental home and a gathering of believers that will lift you up, pray for you … [Read more...]

Local company teams up with the ‘Save Homeless Veterans’ organization

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(Carrollton, GA) --For the month of May, Addison Smith teamed up with the ‘Save Homeless Veterans’ foundation to raise money for their cause. For every system purchased we donated $100.00, for every service call made we donated $25.00 and for every worry free service agreement sold/renewed we donated $10.00. We are proud to say that with the help of … [Read more...]

Vacation Bible School at Ridgeway Baptist Church

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VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL WHAT: Vacation Bible School WHEN: Sunday, June 9, 2013 - Friday, June 14, 2013 SERVICE TIMES: Sunday 11:00 am worship service and 6:00 pm worship service, Monday-Friday 7:00 pm LOCATION: Ridgeway Baptist Church (Frolona) DETAILS:  Sunday is Youth Kickoff Day for Vacation Bible School. Nat McKenzie will be conducting the morning … [Read more...]

Kick-off to Summer Concert

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Where there’s a Will there’s a way: Loco Rio to host weekend fundraiser for Will Hutchins

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(Franklin) - In conjunction with the Heard High School coaching staff and the Heard County Touchdown Club, Loco Rio restaurant will host a fundraiser this Friday and Saturday to help Brave baseball player, 16-year-old junior Will Hutchins. Hutchins was involved in a serious accident last weekend which as of right now has left him paralyzed from the waist … [Read more...]

Letter to the Editor: HHS coaches seek community help for severely injured athlete

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To the Heard County community, We have had one of our own involved in terrible accident this past weekend. Junior Will Hutchins was involved in a car wreck which as of right now has left him paralyzed from the waist down. We cannot imagine the emotions that have come with this, not to mention the burden of expenses Will's family is about to endure. Will … [Read more...]

Free Summer Basketball Camp at HCPR

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(Franklin) - The third annual Free Summer Basketball Camp will take place beginning soon at the Heard County Sports Complex on Thompson Rd. The camp, which will continue over several weeks in June and July, is open to all Heard County school age kids (6-18). The camp will begin on June 10th and will run on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 12-4pm for … [Read more...]

Heard High School Basketball Camp

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The 1st annual Heard County High School Basketball Camp is committed to helping campers improve their individual basketball skills in all areas of the game, develop individuals athletically, improve leadership and confidence on the court, and knowledge of the game. Campers will work closely with current high school basketball team members, and head coaches … [Read more...]