Elbert County 10-year old Paxton Glaude lives his dream with one-of-a-kind Boston trip

Paxton Glaude had no idea he’d be throwing out the first pitch.He knew he, his mother, grandparents and cousin would be heading up north to see a Boston Red Sox game.

Elbert County chamber banquet speaker uses life experience to inspire others

After graduating from Milton High School, Steve Garraty, author of the book "Greatfruit: How Cancer Led to Living a More Fruitful Life," noticed a lump in his neck. After months of growth, he decided he needed to get it checked out.

Blue Devils play exhibition at Washington-Wilkes

The Elbert County Blue Devils got their first taste of gridiron action Friday night when they traveled to Washington-Wilkes and took on the Tigers in a preseason scrimmage.

ECCCSG hosting Walkathon

The Elbert County Colon Cancer Support Group is hosting a Walkathon Sept. 12 at Sutton Park in Elberton. The event is for all ages and includes both a 3K and 5K walking distances.It begins at 8 a.m. and same-day registration begins at 7 a.m.

Athens Technical College promotes Fyffe to Vice President of Student Affairs

ATHENS, Ga. – Athens Technical College is pleased to announce the promotion of Susan Fyffe to Vice President of Student Affairs.

Elbert County Betas to host food distributions

Elbert County's beta clubs are participating in food distributions to help those in need at Forest Hill Assembly of God throughout the rest of the year. The Betas kicked off the initiative Aug. 6 and assisted the church with various duties.

Paxton Glaude throws out first pitch at Red Sox game

Elbert County met Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts over the weekend as Elbert County native and fifth grader Paxton Glaude got the opportunity to throw out the first pitch of the Boston Red Sox's game against the Athletics Aug. 7.

Elbert County Board of Commissioners vote to revoke 'registration'

The Elbert County Board of Commissioners voted unanimously to 'revoke the 'gun club registration' of Rock Solid Range, located off of Cornell Dairy Road in Bowman.

Summer stepping stone: 15 Elbert County students receive CNA certifications

Most high school students spend their summer break taking things easy. It’s a time to kick back, rest and enjoy some time off between school years.But for 15 Elbert County Comprehensive High School students, this past summer break was an opportunity.

Elberton’s Jacobeon Bolton becoming decorated track & field athlete on local and AAU stage

Jacobeon Bolton is one of the fastest-rising young athletes in Elbert County. At just 11 years old, he is an AAU national champion, All-American and Region 8 champion among a host of other accolades.