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After a rough patch, Clifford Griffin found himself homeless and sleeping on a park bench in nearby Cleveland. But thanks to the team at Community Helping Place, he now has a place to call his own.
Homeless veteran finds help from local ‘Community’
University of North Georgia students held up signs and chanted slogans on the patio of the Hoag Student Center last Thursday to oppose rumored changes to the Multicultural Student Affairs program.
Students protest change to Multicultural program
Pictured, from left, City Councilman Ross Shirley, Councilman Lance Bagley, Mayor JoAnne Taylor, Councilman Ryan Reagin, Councilman Dan Brown and Lumpkin County Commissioner Rhett Stringer celebrate the groundbreaking of the new pedestrian bridge project.
Reservoir pedestrian bridge project expected to begin soon
On March 29, a small army of local volunteers turned out for a Community Helping Day to assist with repairs at the future site of the non-profit Mosaic Bakery & Pizzeria on North Grove Street. A second volunteer day will be held on May 17. (Photo submitted)
Non-profit bakery offers more than meals
A final ruling was issued April 8 by Senior Superior Court Judge G. Grant Brantley in the case of City of Dahlonega v. Lumpkin County.
Lawsuit is over for City and County
Senator Steve Gooch (left) answers audience questions during the Q&A portion of the State of the State luncheon. Representative Will Wade also participated in the annual event, which summarized legislative action from this year’s General Assembly session.
Representatives review legislative session at State of the State
The University of North Georgia recently released a more detailed report of a weapons-related arrest that occurred on campus earlier this month.
College releases weapons arrest info
Instructor Gail Blankenship leads her class during a morning session of Tai Chi for Health at the Lumpkin County Senior Center.
Tai Chi class offers mindful meditation for seniors
The Lumpkin County High School field house is set for an expansion over the summer, with a new portion being added in the open area between the main building and the outdoor pavilion.
