Union Sentinel

Old Unicoi Trail Chapter DAR awards local students

05/08/2008

For 74 years chapters of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution have recognized outstanding students in local schools throughout the nation.

Allison enters House District 8 Race

05/08/2008

Union County resident Stephen Allison has officially qualified as a candidate for State Representative for House District 8. The 8th House District includes Union, Towns, Rabun, and the northern precincts of White counties.

Rev. George Erwin, missionary to Russia

By ETHELENE DYER JONES — 05/08/2008

The Rev. George Erwin was a brother to Dr. Frank Erwin, subject of last week's article. How Rev. George Erwin came to serve with distinction as a Methodist Minister and a missionary to Russia in the early part of the twentieth century is a story that needs to be told.

Forest fire strikes in Towns Co.

By BECKY LANDRESS Sentinel Writer — 05/08/2008

At 5:13 p.m. Monday, another fire was dispatched. This one only a couple of weeks after the April 18th fire that developed in Rolling Acres Subdivision and quickly engulfed the mountain. Monday's fire was off of Plott Town Road, on past the bridge and up the mountain to the left, in an area known as Rattlesnake Knob.

Brasstown Ringers in concert at Folk School

05/08/2008

The Brasstown Ringers will present their annual spring concert of handbell music at the John C. Campbell Folk School in Brasstown, N.C. at 7:30 pm on Friday, May 9. The concert is free and open to the public. Donations will be accepted.

Traffic violation yields marijuana

05/08/2008

A traffic violation witnessed by Ranger Webb of the Georgia Department of Natural Resources and Hiawassee Police Chief Jimmy Wright, resulted in the discovery of a gallon-sized bag of marijuana. The marijuana was discovered after Deputy Brian Wilson of Towns County Sheriff's Office's K9 Unit was called for observation and initiated a traffic stop.

More key legislation from the 2008 session

By STATE SEN. CHIP PEARSON — 05/08/2008

In any legislative session there are winners are there are losers. In many instances, the fate of a lawmaker's key initiatives for the year are decided during the long, arduous final day of the session, known as Sine Die, which means "adjournment without a day" in Latin.

Calendar

05/08/2008

Road to Recovery Are you a cancer patient? Do you need a ride to and from your treatment sessions? A lack of transportation should not be the reason why cancer patients do not receive the life-saving cancer treatment they need. The American Cancer Society offers their Road to Recovery program to help transport cancer patients to and from their treatment.

MACA Dedication successful

05/08/2008

Mountain Area Christian Academy recently held a special dedication service to show appreciation for its new facilities. More than two hundred families, friends, and local business representative enjoyed listening to Dr. Nancy Kelly, Administrator, detail the past and present of the K2-Grade 12 school.

Union County Arrest Report

05/08/2008

The following is the arrest report for the Union County Jail. This report is from the open records for the the period of April 28 to May 5, 2008. The following persons were arrested and charged with offenses, but have not been found guilty.

Blairsville Police Dept. Incident Report

05/08/2008

4/26 Ingles escort 4/27 Gas drive off 4/28 Traffic hazard Funeral escort Arrest-probation viola tion Private prop. accident Ingles escort 4/29 ATM escort Arrest; Arrest Escort Misc.

UCB to be Scottish Festival Chieftain sponsor

05/08/2008

United Community Bank will once again be a Chieftain Sponsor for the Blairsville Scottish Festival and Highland Games. The annual event will be held at Meeks Park the weekend of June 13th.

Lions canvass area for White Cane fundraiser

05/08/2008

The Union County Lions Club meeting, held on Thursday, April 24, 2008, was dedicated to conducting in-house businesstying up loose threads and preparing for events to come so that we may continue living out our motto, "WE SERVE". One of those events was held the following day, Friday, and Saturday as well.

Union man gets third degree

05/08/2008

Neither rubber hoses nor hazing attended the April 17 elevation of a Blairsville man to a new position of honor in the Union/Towns Council of the Knights of Columbus. K of C member and St. Francis of Assisi parishioner George Holland was recently inducted into the fraternal order's 'Third Degree.

Habitat for Humanity accepting applications

05/08/2008

Habitat for Humanity is preparing to build another house and is searching for an eligible family. The family should meet the following criteria: 1. have been a resident of Towns or Union County for the past year 2.

May NARFE meeting to be held May 13

05/08/2008

The Brasstown Bald chapter of the National Active and Retired Federal Employees will meet at Grinds-N-Glazes Restaurant on Hwy. 515 in Blairsville on Tuesday, May 13th starting at 11:45. NARFE is recognized as the association devoted exclusively to serving and protecting the earned rights and benefits of all federal retirees, employees and survivors.

TCF hosts special guest

05/08/2008

The North Georgia Mountain Chapter of The Compassionate Friends, is A self help support group for bereaved parents, grandparents & Siblings. The chapter had a special guest at its April meeting. Singer/Song Writer Allen Pederson from Denver Co. visited us and performed many of his songs Written since the death of his daughter Ashley in 2001.

Rotary in Motion: Lee Arrendale Award presented to Joe Satterfield

05/08/2008

Several members of the Union County Rotary Club recently attended the annual District Conference this year in Athens Georgia. Joe Satterfield was presented with the Lee Arrendale award for Vocational Excellence.

Relay For Life Extravaganza raises $8K

05/08/2008

The Great American Gut- Bustingly Serious Display of Undiscovered Natural Talent Extravaganza was held Saturday April 19th at the Georgia Mountain Fair Anderson Music Hall and raised over $8,000 in the fight against cancer.

Thomas-Wilson wedding

05/08/2008

Carolyn Thomas of Blue Ridge and Rev. Raburne & Lynn Wilson of Hiawassee announce the engagement of their children Julie Faith Thomas to Ryan Greenlee Wilson, The bride-elect is the daughter of the late Leland Thomas and the granddaughter Of the late Mr. & Mrs. Willard Harris and Eulah Thomas of Copperhill and the late Howard Thomas.

Georgia State Parks- CCC Reunion

05/08/2008

The boys of the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) will once again gather at Vogel State Park for their annual reunion. The reunion will be held on Saturday, May 10 at the park's group shelter. The program begins at 10:30 a.m. Everyone is welcome to attend this living history program. Lunch will be covered dish with the Vogel Volunteers providing fried chicken and drinks.

Your Health Matters

By Claudia Parks, R.N. — 05/08/2008

Our "fifth vital sign"- PAIN! Almost no one escapes it. "Pain is vastly under-treated today for several reasons" says Jim Guest, executive director of the American Pain Foundation in Baltimore Maryland. Until recently, health care professionals (doctors & nurses) received little training in pain treatment.

Student Reflections from The Appalachian Trail

05/08/2008

Under the supervision of Charles Aiken and other members from Georgia Appalachian Trail Club along with teacher Tim Rosser and volunteer Ivan Sumner, Towns County Middle School 6th graders in Mrs. Garrett's Agriculture classes hiked 6.4 miles on the Appalachian Trail this week. In addition to completing the distance challenge, students connected with nature.

Habitat for Humanity Towns/Union Counties dedicates its seventh house

05/08/2008

On Saturday, April 26, some 60 people gathered at the site of the most recently built Habitat for Humanity home for its dedication. Blessed by moderate temperatures and overcast skies, the ceremony began with a welcome from Elizabeth Lashley, President of the Habitat for Humanity Towns/Union Counties' chapter.

Max Barlow tells his secret

05/08/2008

Hiawassee Garden Club welcomed Max Barlow and his daughter, Rebecca, to their April 24, 2008 meeting. During his delightful talk he revealed a secret habit he has had for many years--that of stealing seeds from plants wherever he may be.

Hamilton Rhododendron Gardens are in full bloom at the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds. Come see!

05/08/2008

Democratic Party Ninth District Thomas Are

05/08/2008

I don't know anyone in favor of a permanent occupation in Iraq, or that we should draft young Americans to force our presence there. So, why in the world is George W. Bush building an embassy there that is larger than the Vatican in Rome and six times bigger than the U.N. complex in New York?

LETTERS

05/08/2008

To the Editor: This is getting serious folks! Why are we letting it happen to us? It is well known we have the oil reserves on this continent to supply us with oil for the next 200 years, yet we are letting a few tree hugging environmentalists dictate us into submission.

Republican Party Ninth District Kevin Harris

05/08/2008

One of the pleasures that I have experienced as Chairman of the 9th District Republican Party has been the ability to meet so many people who are working to make a difference in their individual communities across North Georgia.

Political Cartoon

05/08/2008

Mama has her say

By RONDA RICH — 05/08/2008

For a couple of years, I had been trying to get Mama to write my column one week. Well aware of how much readers loved her, I knew they would be tickled to get her side of our story.

Rubby Hal Ramsey

05/08/2008

Mr. Rubby Hal Ramsey, 74, of Homesteader Drive, Cumming, Ga., formerly of Blairsville, Ga., died Friday May 2, 2008 at his home following an extended illness. Mr. Ramsey was born Aug. 28, 1933 in Cosby, Tenn., the son of the late Robert Edward Ramsey and the late Roxanne Phillips Ramsey.

Carleen Falls Totherow

05/08/2008

Mrs. Carleen Falls Totherow, 41, of Warren Trailer Park Rd., Blairsville, Ga., died Wednesday, April 30, 2008 at her home following a sudden illness. Mrs. Totherow was born March 24, 1967 in Atlanta, Ga., the daughter of Clara Gibby Falls and the late Carl Falls Jr. She was preceded in death by a son, Timmothy Derreberry who passed away this year.

BRCT announces cast of The Foreigner as directed by Larry Shue

05/08/2008

Larry Shue's attention to detail and sharp wit make this play a laugh a minute and provoke your thought in this precise and humorous tale. No one matches the comic wit of Larry Shue. Being an actor himself, his characters are gifts to the actors that play them. Each role is wellhoned and a joy to perform. This is truly one of the great American comedies.

Ledford and Uphouse to read at Folk School

05/08/2008

Brenda Kay Ledford, a native of Clay County, North Carolina, writes about what she knows. Her poetry often portrays life in Clay County and of the people of the Appalachians. Her pieces have a warmth that is only achieved by experience and a keen awareness of her surroundings. She is a well published author.

Covered-dish favorites: Onelia's Chocolate Pudding

05/08/2008

Onelia Wallace's Chocolate Pudding 1 1/2 cups sugar 2 Tbs (rounded) cocoa 5 Tbs flour (self rising) 2 egg yolks 1 1/2 cups milk 1/3 stick butter 1 tsp vanilla pinch of salt Sift dry ingredients together. Whisk together the milk & egg yolks. In a heavy saucepan add dry ingredients and egg yolks/milk stirring as added until smooth.

ReGrass at Old Courthouse

05/08/2008

The second concert of the season at The Old Courthouse on the Square will be held on Friday, May 9 at 7:00 p.m. Regrass will be the featured band. ReGrass is a bluegrass group that has roots in the mountains of North Georgia and personnel whose family ties go back to the earliest professional mountain music.

Horoscopes

05/08/2008

ARIES (March 21 to April 19) You've set a fast pace for yourself. But as you approach your goal, you might want to slow down a bit in order to take time to reassess your situation and make changes while you can. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Patience continues to be a virtue for the Divine Bovine.

Cooking with Barbara

By BARBARA WALKER-HUFF — 05/08/2008

This recipe was given to me by my neighbor and good friend, Mrs, Wallace Smith, Martha. Our neighborhood used to have Covered Dish Suppers and Martha always brought this salad which years. everyone loved. It will keep weeks in the refrigerator. Sometimes when I serve it I cut up a tomato to put in it.

National Dance Week poster contest winners announced

05/08/2008

The NDW poster contest sponsored locally by Brasstown Dance Center announced winners in February. First place went to Nicole Goldbacher, second place went to Rachel Pope, third place went to Connor Smith, and honorable mention went to Katie Browning, all of Blairsville. These students participated in the contest under the direction of their art teacher, Molly Marsh.

May is Historic Preservation Month

05/08/2008

ATLANTA- May is Historic Preservation Month in Georgia. This year's theme is Help Preserve Georgia's Special Places. Preservationrelated events will be taking place in communities across Georgia. The Historic Preservation Division (HPD) of the Georgia Department of Natural Resources' Web site is a great source for special event listings. Go to www.gashpo.

Digital Hearing Aids Can Significantly Improve Your Quality of Life

05/08/2008

According to the U.S. Department of Health, 28 Million Americans, or, 1 out of every 10 people have a treatable hearing loss. Hearing loss occurs very gradually. If you or someone you know has untreated hearing loss, you know how increasingly difficult it is to interact with friends and loved ones.

Lichen It

Elaine K. Delcuze Plant Rescue Team Member — 05/08/2008

ROCK TRIPE STEW 1 LB lean beef stew meat 1 cup chopped celery 1 onion chopped 2 T. butter or olive oil 1 cup sliced carrots 1 cup quartered potatoes 1 handfull rock tripe 2 cups water salt & pepper to taste Wash the rock tripe in several changes of cold water.

Girl Scouts First aid and Heimlich Maneuver for Choking

05/08/2008

The Daisies and Brownies joined together on April 4, 2008 to practice some of the requirements that they needed to work on towards earning their badges. First the Brownies acted as victims of a bus accident and the Daisies arrived to save the day with their first aid skills. The Daisies put on bandages to stop bleeding and put splints on broken limbs.

TCMS Courtyard Beautification Project

05/08/2008

The Towns County Middle School Student Council has been working on a project to beautify the middle school courtyard. Students have gathered together to weed flowerbeds, cut back trees, move bushes, and outline beds with stones. Many plants have been donated and the students are adding them to the courtyard as they arrive.

Composting can conserve water in gardens, landscape

By Robert N. Brewer, Jr Extension Tips — 05/08/2008

Composting not only saves water in landscapes and gardens, it creates plant food from trash. Incorporating finished compost mulch into vegetable garden beds or plant beds amends the soil and allows water and air to filter through the soil better. There is not as much run off and nutrients infiltrate better.

Some cornbread and muffin mix recalled for soy ingredients not listed

05/08/2008

Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tommy Irvin alerts consumers to the recall of some corn bread and muffin mix that may contains soy ingredients not listed on the label. Little Bay Baking Co.

YHC Beetle Lab Update

05/08/2008

This is the fourth of our monthly updates on the progress of Sasajiscymnus beetle production in the Young Harris College Beetle Laboratory for the year 2008. I. Brief Statement of Financial Condition As of May 4, 2008, we have a balance of $38, 523 in our Hemlock Project restricted account.

Towns County Real Estate Transactions April 14 to 18, 2008

05/08/2008

Leslie Elaine Parks deeded to Leslie Morlen & Matthew Morlen 0.484 acres on Tater Ridge Rd in Hiawassee. Upper Hightower Ventures, LLC (Bill Allen & Brian Hogsed) sold to Charles V & Debra D Tallant 1.316 acres Lot 39 on Rivendell Subdivision for $66,000.

BRMEMC team wins 'Golf and Good Times' tournament

05/08/2008

The NGTC Foundation "Golf and Good Times" tournament welcomed eight teams, with the Blue Ridge Mountain EMC team of Young Harris winning first place (low-gross) with a score of 47. The Yancey Brothers team won first place (low-net) with a score of 31.

Motorsports america

05/08/2008

HorsePower Happenings Event Calendar

05/08/2008

Atlanta Motor Speedway is not just NASCAR!

05/08/2008