Help for family and caregivers of Alzheimer's/ Dementia Patients
      The Mountain Regional Library in Young Harris will host a book signing on Saturday, May 17 from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. for Agnes Miller Murner, author of Because I've Been There, a journey through Alzheimer's. Ms. Murner's book offers practical, simply stated help for caregivers from a daugh...
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"Par-Tee and Pro-Tour" Preview
      Bentgrass, a new kind of neighborhood welcomed area realtors to a "Par-Tee and Pro- Tour" Preview of their model homes. This themed event showcased two uniquely furnished model homes decorated by Carolyn Brock and Linda Beasley and the perfectly appointed St. Andrews Clubhouse furnished by Moose H...
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Kids fishing events
      Mom and Dad, mark your calendars for some fun fishing events that are coming to our area. Rock Creek, Fannin County, September 27, 2008 from 9a.m. until noon. Rock Creek, Fannin County, senior fishing event, June 13, 2008 9a.m. until noon.
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Reece Society to Honor Poet's Memory
      "Remembering Reece" is the topic of this year's program for the Byron Herbert Reece Society's fifth annual meeting. Members and friends of the Society will commemorate the 50th anniversary of the poet/novelist's death. Reece was teaching at Young Harris College, and it was there that he committed ...
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Locally grown food better tasting, better for you
Food grown near you is fresher, riper and safer
By Robert N. Brewer, Jr. Extension Tips
      With increasing worries about the safety of imported foods, there is an alternative. Buy food grown locally. These foods are fresher. So they usually have more nutrients than foods that have been transported for several days.
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Towns County Real Estate Transactions April 21 to 25, 2008
      Richard Warren Moss, Jr gave to RJRL, LLC (Richard W Moss, Jr & Judith E Moss) 1.12 acres on Hwy 76 in City of Hiawassee. William Joshua & Misty Parks lost through default to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. 0.7555 acres Lot 9 at 314 Ruby Ridge Dr in Ruby Ridge Subdivision valued at...
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May Proclaimed "Dig Safely Month" by Governor's Office
      Governor Sonny Perdue demonstrates his continued support for safe digging practices by signing a proclamation declaring May as "Dig Safely" month for Georgia. This follows a national "Safe Digging" month declaration by the Common Ground Alliance.
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Equine Tag Passes Halfway Mark
      Georgia's new equine license plate seems well on its way to begin manufacturing. So far nearly 600 plates have been pre-ordered, with 1,000 needed for production to begin.
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Plans underway for CASA fashion show
      The first CASA Ambassador in Towns County is Edie Kleinpeter, who is taking charge of A Garden of Fashion, a May 21st fundraiser for CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates for abused and neglected children). The show will take place at the Mountain Presbyterian Church in Blairsville. A CASA Ambas...
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GMRE Monthly Seminars
      MAY "WaterWise Gardening" The temperatures are rising. Your plants are wilting. The watering restrictions are getting more stringent. What's a gardener to do? The wise gardener will come to this seminar to hear about what we can do for our plants. Dr.
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Summer Safety Tips: Fun in the Sun
By Norma Flanagan Tips for 4-H and Youth
      Keep your family safe this summer by following these tips from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP). Babies under 6 months: Avoiding sun exposure and dressing infants in lightweight long pants, long-sleeved shirts, and brimmed hats are still the top recommendations from the AAP to prevent s...
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Good to know...
      • Pam cooking spray will dry fingernail polish • Cool whip will condition your hair in 15 minutes • Mayonnaise will kill lice, it will also condition the hair • Fungus on toenails or fingernails?
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Wine Tasting to Benefit Lake Chatuge
      The Hiwassee River Watershed Coalition is pleased to announce a wine tasting fundraiser to be held at Crane Creek Vineyards for the second consecutive year.
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AARP Day of Service, May 8th
     Members getting ready to plant the flower barrels on Main Street, Hiawassee.
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Department of Agriculture sponsors seminar
Animal care volunteers in emergencies
      The Georgia Department of Agriculture will co-sponsor a series of free emergency animal care training sessions this month in two different areas of the state. The program's primary focus is certifying participants for volunteer work with animals during times of emergency and disaster.
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