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Mayor Mathis expresses gratitude for local input Mayor stresses that feedback from the community is vital in order to adequately plan for the Town of Hiawassee's future

Jeannie Bradley, a Towns County High School Student recently took home the top prize in the Georgia FFA State Convention.

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From Left to Right: Dr. Joseph R. Aicher, Jr. and Principal Roy Perrin.

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Bell Eagle Dr Trails End Hwy 288

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The public is invited to enjoy the Arts & Crafts on display at the upcoming May 8th festival.

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The appointed leaders of the new flotilla taking their oath of office. From left to right are Auxiliary Division 2 Commander Dave Fuller officiating, Director of Auxiliary CDR Donald Winfield administering the oath, and Flotilla Commander Mark Moore and Vice Flotilla Commander James Maloney taking the oath.

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Whiskers Project will be having a Birdhouse competition from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Enter your birdhouse for $5 per entry and win prizes. All ages are encouraged to enter. Call 1-888-872-9330 for more information