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Colon cancer survivor and founder of the Elbert County Colon Cancer Support Group Pam Allen traveled to Washington, D. C. earlier this month to advocated for colorectal cancer research as part of Colon Cancer Awareness month.

Colon cancer survivor and founder of the Elbert County Colon Cancer Support Group Pam Allen traveled to Washington, D. C. earlier this month to advocated for colorectal cancer research as part of Colon Cancer Awareness month.

Advocating for life

Rose Scoggins
Wednesday, March 29, 2023
Although March and Colon Cancer Awareness Month are winding down, 11-year survivor and founder of the Elbert County Colon Cancer Support Group (ECCCSG) Pam Allen is continuing efforts to raise awareness and encourage screening throughout the entire year. “I want to be able to help somebody.
One of the Elbert County Comprehensive High School JROTC female armed squads brought home a state championship after the state drill team meet in Griffin March 25. Squad members include (L-R) Natasha DeLeon, Ke’Miyah Teasley, Chrisiya Harris, De’Asia Kinsey, Jolette Medina-Galvan, Jaelyn Massey and Kaleigha Montgomery.

One of the Elbert County Comprehensive High School JROTC female armed squads brought home a state championship after the state drill team meet in Griffin March 25. Squad members include (L-R) Natasha DeLeon, Ke’Miyah Teasley, Chrisiya Harris, De’Asia Kinsey, Jolette Medina-Galvan, Jaelyn Massey and Kaleigha Montgomery.

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Squad crowned state champions

Mark Wells
Wednesday, March 29, 2023
One of Elbert County’s JROTC female armed squads is the new state champion after taking first place at the state meet in Griffin March 25.
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Athens Tech to hold dedication, ribbon cutting Friday

News Staff
Wednesday, March 29, 2023
Athens Technical College will hold a dedication and ribbon cutting for the Tom McCall Agriscience Complex Friday, March 31 at 11 a.m. Located on the Elbert County campus, the building houses labs and classrooms for the college’s agriculture and conservation law enforcement programs.
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School renovations remain on schedule

Mark Wells
Wednesday, March 22, 2023
Renovations at the former Beaverdam Elementary School and the 10-classroom addition at Elbert County Elementary School (ECES) are still on schedule to be completed this summer, Superintendent Jon Jarvis told the Elbert County Board of Education during Monday night’s regular meeting.
A parade of teams and coaches began the day, followed by a ceremonial “first pitch” by Elbert County Lady Devil 2022 state champions (L-R) Aaniyah Allen and Niya Moon. Lady Devils Hannah Brady and Emily Booth served as catchers. (Photo by Wells)

A parade of teams and coaches began the day, followed by a ceremonial “first pitch” by Elbert County Lady Devil 2022 state champions (L-R) Aaniyah Allen and Niya Moon. Lady Devils Hannah Brady and Emily Booth served as catchers. (Photo by Wells)

Smiles and snacks for opening day

News Staff
Wednesday, March 22, 2023
Elbert County Little League kicked off another season of T-ball, coaches’ pitch, softball and baseball games at McWilliams Park during opening day Saturday, March 18.

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Community Choice Awards voting ends Friday

News Staff
Wednesday, March 22, 2023
Voting for the inaugural Community Choice Awards will end this Friday, March 24, at noon. Sponsored by The Elberton Star, the Elbert County Chamber of Commerce and WSGC Radio, the awards will highlight the community’s choice for the best of the best in Elbert County.
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Road resurfacing coming soon

Rose Scoggins
Wednesday, March 15, 2023
Over $2 million in funds collected through Elbert County’s transportation special purpose local option sales tax (TSPLOST) will soon be put back into the county roads after the Elbert County Board of Commissioners approved a bid for resurfacing Monday night.
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Superintendent switch approved

News Staff
Wednesday, March 15, 2023
Superintendent Jon Jarvis’ retirement was officially approved by the Elbert County Board of Education (BOE) during a March 7 called meeting. Jarvis is set to retire May 31, a month earlier than his previously-announced June 30 retirement date.