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Hearing set for former deputy
A federal judge could decide this week whether a former Forsyth County Sheriff’s deputy convicted of child pornography charges will get a new trial.




YMCA committed to park site
As the legal battle continues over the fate of Bethel Park, officials on one side of the bitter divide are attempting to clear up what they say are some of the main misconceptions that form the basis of the opposition.

Speaker shares his Iraq experience
Speaker shares his Iraq experience
Max Wood was so close to Saddam Hussein, he could have reached out and touched — or hit — him as he joked about the missed opportunity.
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High court will hear 2 cases from Forsyth
The Georgia Supreme Court is scheduled to review appeals in two unrelated cases with Forsyth County ties next week.




Bid process to begin for rec centers
The Forsyth County commission has decided to begin accepting bids on construction of two recreation centers in south Forsyth.




Weather clouding roadwork
A new signal at Hwy. 369 and Doc Bramblett Road is the latest in the ongoing series of improvements at six intersections along the well-traveled state route.




Senate measure would ban forced chip implants
The technology isn’t that widespread, but already the "Chips" are stacked against it.




Drive benefits foster children
Totes 2 Tots collected about 150 bags from the Forsyth County community during its eighth annual drive for foster children.

Knox authors DUI bill
Knox authors DUI bill
A Forsyth County lawmaker wants first-time convicted DUI offenders to blow into a device before they can start their vehicles.
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State House race adds one
State House race adds one
The field of candidates for District 24 state representative has expanded to two as Anna McManus ann-ounced her intent to run for the seat.
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Builder facing forclosure
A developer responsible for subdivisions in Forsyth and Hall counties is facing foreclosure on some properties.




State Bank and Trust to close Cumming branch Feb. 26
After little more than a month under new ownership, the Cumming and Gainesville branches of State Bank and Trust Co. will close Feb. 26.




Women’s group forming
A new chapter of a women’s networking group is forming in Forsyth County. The Women on a Mission to Earn Commission, or WOAMTEC, will launch its new chapter Feb. 11 at the Windermere Golf Club. The inaugural meeting begins at 11:30 a.m. Chapter director Kelly Kenton Fink said she looks “forward to growing this chapter and to seeing WOAMTEC become an essential part of our local business community.” “I’ve met some outstanding women as I ...

Mom goes marching in

Mom goes marching in
Cumming Elementary teacher Stephanie Reis has big plans for Super Bowl Sunday. She’ll be at Dolphin Stadium in Miami.
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Chamber welcomes new official

Chamber welcomes new official
He has worked with politicians like U.S. Rep. Lynn Westmoreland, Secretary of State Karen Handel and state Sen. Ross Tolleson.
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Moye to leave Lanier Tech
Moye to leave Lanier Tech
Lanier Tech President Mike Moye will leave his post of eight years this month to become president of Central Georgia Technical College in Macon.
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U.S. history topic of lecture series
From tea parties to immigration, America’s history is repeating itself. The country’s foundation and subsequent reoccurring themes in modern times will be the focus of a six-part lecture series presented at the Bell Research Center in Cumming. “These are very timely and, of course, the Constitution is being talked about in the news every day,” said Frank Clark, center curator. “There’s a lot of talk about the founding principles that we’ve gotten so far away ...




County promotes Local Small Business Initiative
Forsyth County officials hope that the recent extension of a program aimed at fostering local businesses generates more interest in 2010.




Fatal wreck being probed
It could be a month before charges, if any, are filed in connection with a head-on collision that claimed lives of two people Sunday night on Hwy. 53 near the Forsyth-Dawson County line.

Help sought for ailing teenager
Help sought for ailing teenager
The family of the 17-year-old daughter of a veteran public safety officer is hoping the community will come to her aid as she seeks an organ transplant.
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Focus on severe weather this week
Focus on severe weather this week
As part of Georgia Severe Weather Awareness Week, local and state emergency management officials are encouraging residents to make sure they’re prepared for natural disasters.
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Library gets by with help of Friends
The name may have changed, but the support from these book lovers remains the same. The Forsyth County Public Library Friends of the Library is now called the Forsyth County Public Library Friends and Advocates, a name change made necessary by the state. Nancy Yanasak, the nonprofit’s vice president, said the group continues to seek the public’s help in raising funds for the local library system. “By [the community] supporting us, the library is then ...




Traffic signal still couple weeks away
Despite a few hiccups, a new traffic signal on Market Place Boulevard by Wal-Mart should be operational by Feb. 15.

Two dead, 3 injured in wreck on Hwy. 53
Two dead, 3 injured in wreck on Hwy. 53
Moments before a fatal head-on collision Sunday night on Hwy. 53 in northeastern Forsyth County, the erratic driving of one of the two vehicles involved in the wreck was reported to authorities.
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Legislators discuss bill details
More than 10 percent of Georgians are looking for work. A group of legislators is hoping to answer that call by introducing the Jobs, Opportunity and Business Success Act of 2010. District 12 state Rep. Tom Graves, R-Ranger, announced the bill Thursday alongside bill co-sponsors, including District 23 state Rep. Mark Hamilton of Cumming. The legislation, dubbed the JOBS Act, is designed to attract new business, create jobs and help expand current industry. It is ...

Raising funds through fun
Raising funds through fun
From casino to clay, Forsyth County’s Rotary Clubs are offering an array of options to give back to the community over the next two months.
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Big bear spotted near lake
An unwelcome, burly visitor has residents of an east Forsyth County subdivision putting away their garbage cans and birdfeeders at night.

Monitors help direct traffic at courthouse
Monitors help direct traffic at courthouse
Finding the way to a court date may have just gotten a little easier at the Forsyth County Courthouse.
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Reminder: Library fees, fines have risen
Forsyth County Public Library fees will increase Monday for the first time in as long as director Jon McDaniel can remember.




Murphy tapped for transportation panel
District 27 state Sen. Jack Murphy, R-Cumming, was recently appointed to the Senate Transportation Committee by Lt. Gov. Casey Cagle.

Two enter District 3 commission race
Two enter District 3 commission race
Jim Harrell has not said whether he will seek re-election to the Forsyth County commission this year.
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Mission comes into focus
The Forsyth County Development Authority is reviewing its bylaws, last amended in 1982, to better reflect the panel’s focus.

District honors advisers

District honors advisers
The Forsyth County School district has named its top counselors of the year. The honors were presented during a ceremony Wednesday to Anne Ogilvy of Vickery Creek Elementary School and Bob Carnaroli of West Forsyth High School. Candidates for the annual award were nominated by administrators, fellow counselors, teachers and parents. Vickery Principal Ron McAllister said Ogilvy is “a model counselor.” “We’re not surprised by this and it’s certainly well deserved,” he said. “She truly ...
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A challenge to change
A challenge to change
In this contest, about 100 people are trying to lose. But in the end, just 25 will be selected to compete in the Gold’s Gym Lose Big with Gold’s weight-loss challenge. “It’s really about changing your lifestyle,” said Tiffani Hartley, personal training director. “It’s not about coming in and losing a bunch of weight. We want these people to change their lives.” The 25 people chosen to participate will begin the six-week program Feb. 15 ...
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