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New campaign aims to erase stigma behind veteran suicide
CHEROKEE COUNTY, Ga. — Joe Boone spent five years in the U.S. Marine Corps from 2009 to 2014. He wanted to feel a sense of purpose and lead a more disciplined life. "It's really that camaraderie, that group mentality," Boone said. "You just want to be part of something bigger than yourself. But now, my memory gets all foggy. I've been told that's because of trauma. My memory just kind of goes away to relieve myself of some of those issues, just like a self-protection."
BOLO: Authorities in Georgia searching for rape suspect on the run
DAWSONVILLE, Ga. — Above video: Your Thursday headlines. Authorities in Georgia need your help finding a suspect wanted for rape. On Wednesday, the Dawson County Sheriff's Office released information about Reynaldo Jeronimo, 31. The DCSO has issued a BOLO for Jeronimo's whereabouts. He is described as 5 feet 6...
The King's Academy Announces Valedictorian and Salutatorian
The King's Academy has announced its valedictorian and salutatorian for the Class of 2024. Valedictorian: Caitlyn Kirschner Salutatorian: Carter Mewborne The school honored its Class of 2024 with a graduation ceremony May 18. This year marks The King's Academy's 25th anniversary.
Cherokee Schools Graduates Headed to U.S. Service Academies, Military Service
Over 70 members of the Cherokee County School District’s Class of 2024 have committed to military service, including five graduates selected to attend U.S. service academies, the district announced. Enrollment at U.S. Service Academies is very limited, and appointees are selected based on outstanding academic achievement, athletic accomplishments, demonstrated leadership and school and community service. The five appointees are: ...
Authorities Identify Four Victims in Fatal I-75 Crash
Authorities have identified the four victims who tragically lost their lives in a devastating crash on Interstate 75. The incident occurred late Sunday evening, causing a significant disruption and leaving the community in mourning. The victims, whose names have now been released by the local coroner’s office, were traveling in...
Election Results: Cherokee County Sees 15% Primary Turnout
About 15% of Cherokee County’s registered voters cast a ballot in the May 21 primary elections, according to unofficial results. Cherokee County Elections and Voter Registration reports 31,675 total ballots were cast, about 15% of the county’s total registered voters. Of those, 18,115 voters made their choice in the ballot box on Election Day, 12,288 voted early and 1,272 voted absentee. Here are election results updated through Wednesday afternoon for...
Acworth man caught with illegal drugs during Crisp County traffic stop
CRISP COUNTY, Ga. - A traffic stop in Crisp County on May 21 led to the arrest of Frederick Davies, 47, from Acworth. The arrest happened after a Crisp County Sheriff’s deputy pulled over a blue Honda CR-V for speeding around 8:5 p.m. on GA 401/I-75 near mile marker 104.
Georgia National Cemetery in Canton Hosting Memorial Day Ceremony
The Georgia National Cemetery in Canton is hosting flag placement and a ceremony commemorating Memorial Day on May 25. Flag placement is set to start at 9 a.m. May 25, followed by the ceremony at 10 a.m. Due to limited parking on cemetery grounds, additional parking will be in the Sutallee Church parking lot, 895 Knox Bridge Highway near White. There will be shuttle buses running to and from the...
Authorities Conduct Intensive Search for Missing Man in Downtown Canton
Canton authorities are urgently searching for a man reported missing after being last seen near the downtown area. The individual, 45-year-old Michael Thompson, was last observed near Main Street on Monday evening, raising concerns among his family and friends. Michael is described as being 6 feet tall, with a medium...
Shepherd's Men Marching from Canton to Woodstock for Memorial Day
Shepherd’s Men is inviting the community to join its march from Canton to Woodstock May 27, Memorial Day, to honor those who have died serving their country. The tribute march will begin at 9 a.m. at Reformation Brewery, 225 Reformation Parkway, Suite 500 in Canton and will conclude between 2 to 2:30 p.m. at Reformation Brewery, 105 Elm St. in downtown Woodstock. The march, which will span 12 miles, will...
New Report Details Highland Rivers' Service to Veterans
Highland Rivers’ commitment to Veterans highlighted in new report; more than 3,300 Veterans served since 2013 More than 3,300 veterans have been served by Highland Rivers Behavioral Health over the past decade, according to a new report released by the agency. “Services to Veterans, 2013-2023” is a retrospective data report about the agency’s services to veterans during an 11-year period from Jan. 1, 2013, through Dec. 31, 2023. ...
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