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Elbert County Betas to host food distributions

Mark Wells
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
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.
Ella Harrell is thrown through the air during cheer camp at Elbert County Comprehensive High School (ECCHS). A total of 82 future cheerleaders were in attendance for the camp put on by the ECCHS cheerleaders and coaches. (Photo by Bo Underwood)

Ella Harrell is thrown through the air during cheer camp at Elbert County Comprehensive High School (ECCHS). A total of 82 future cheerleaders were in attendance for the camp put on by the ECCHS cheerleaders and coaches. (Photo by Bo Underwood)

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Learning how to fly: Elbert County cheer squad hosts youth camp

Bo Underwood
Tuesday, June 30, 2026
The next generation of Elbert County cheerleaders got their chance to work with members of the Elbert County Comprehensive High School cheerleaders last week. The ECCHS cheer squad hosted its annual youth cheer camp last week from June 22 to 24 at the high school gym.The camp was held from 2 p.m.
The Elbert County Comprehensive High School Beta Club won a host of awards at the annual National Convention held June 16 through June 20. Pictured alongside their awards are (front row, L-R) Jurnee Porter, Marley Geyer, Kaylee Harvey, Kennedy Ray, Sequoia Singleton and (back row, L-R) Marie Roach, Tristan McCall, Jibril Engelhardt, Peyton Roach, Harrison Ray, Ty Johnson, Avery Newman, Mitchell Wheeler and Megan Ray. (Photo courtesy of Marie Roach)

The Elbert County Comprehensive High School Beta Club won a host of awards at the annual National Convention held June 16 through June 20. Pictured alongside their awards are (front row, L-R) Jurnee Porter, Marley Geyer, Kaylee Harvey, Kennedy Ray, Sequoia Singleton and (back row, L-R) Marie Roach, Tristan McCall, Jibril Engelhardt, Peyton Roach, Harrison Ray, Ty Johnson, Avery Newman, Mitchell Wheeler and Megan Ray. (Photo courtesy of Marie Roach)

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ECCHS Beta Club wins national championship in on-site drawing

Mark Wells
Tuesday, June 23, 2026
The Elbert County Comprehensive High School Beta Club brought home a national championship, three Top 5 finishes and two Top 10 finishes from the National Beta Convention, held in Nashville from June 16 to June 20.
The Elbert County Comprehensive High School Class of 2026 dodged some rainy weather and held their graduation ceremony inside Elbert County Elementary School May 22. Regardless of the venue change the class was unable to resist the urge to toss their caps in the air after the completion of the ceremony. (Photo by Bo Underwood)

The Elbert County Comprehensive High School Class of 2026 dodged some rainy weather and held their graduation ceremony inside Elbert County Elementary School May 22. Regardless of the venue change the class was unable to resist the urge to toss their caps in the air after the completion of the ceremony. (Photo by Bo Underwood)

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Hats off: Elbert County Comprehensive High School holds 2026 graduation

Bo Underwood
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
Elbert County Comprehensive High School's annual graduation ceremony was held last week, meaning new winners of the Principal's Cup and Faculty Cup were announced. D.K. Winn was named as the winner of the Faculty Cup while D.J. Fortson was the winner of the Principal's Cup.
Elbert County Comprehensive High School seniors Alyssa Childers (left) and Quang Ngyuen (right) pose alongside a collection of their works displayed in the Bennett-Jossey Gallery in the media center of ECCHS. The senior duo have also competed in the Georgia 10th District Congressional Art Competition. (Photo by Bo Underwood).

Elbert County Comprehensive High School seniors Alyssa Childers (left) and Quang Ngyuen (right) pose alongside a collection of their works displayed in the Bennett-Jossey Gallery in the media center of ECCHS. The senior duo have also competed in the Georgia 10th District Congressional Art Competition. (Photo by Bo Underwood).

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Elbert County's Ngyuen and Childers make waves with art

Bo Underwood
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
The far-side wall of the Elbert County Comprehensive High School media center is currently home to a sprawling art exhibition featuring a multitude of clashing styles.
The ECCHS JROTC team brought two more state championships home from this year's state meet in Griffin. The drill team includes Naomi Bernal, Isabel Cruz, Yamileth Carreon, Daniella Govea, Colton Mabry, Nyasia Teasley, Micheal Bowman, Jacob Brown, Daniel Nguyen, Nalleli Rodriguez, Ariel Moncallo, Attorian Small, Tommy Moon, Seeley Stelter, Alex Scott, Samuel Gohn, Marley Geyer, Riley Masters and Jordan Poulsen. (Photo courtesy of ECCHS JROTC)

The ECCHS JROTC team brought two more state championships home from this year's state meet in Griffin. The drill team includes Naomi Bernal, Isabel Cruz, Yamileth Carreon, Daniella Govea, Colton Mabry, Nyasia Teasley, Micheal Bowman, Jacob Brown, Daniel Nguyen, Nalleli Rodriguez, Ariel Moncallo, Attorian Small, Tommy Moon, Seeley Stelter, Alex Scott, Samuel Gohn, Marley Geyer, Riley Masters and Jordan Poulsen. (Photo courtesy of ECCHS JROTC)

Elbert County JROTC drill team adds two more state championships

Mark Wells
Tuesday, April 14, 2026
Elbert County Comprehensive High school's JROTC program continued its recent dominance after the program added two more state championships to its growing collection.
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Elbert County schools out Friday for championship

Mark Wells
Tuesday, March 10, 2026
Elbert County School District announced Monday that school will not be in session to give students, teachers and parents the opportunity to attend the GHSA Class A Division 1 State Championship game, which pits Elbert County's Lady Devils against the East Laurens Lady Falcons.
Lila Layne (left) is crowned Miss ECCHS for 2026 by last year's winner, Makayla McKnight. (Photo courtesy of Amanda Chandler)

Lila Layne (left) is crowned Miss ECCHS for 2026 by last year's winner, Makayla McKnight. (Photo courtesy of Amanda Chandler)

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Layne named Miss ECCHS

Mark Wells
Wednesday, February 11, 2026
Elbert County Comprehensive High School senior Lila Layne was named Miss ECCHS 2026. The Miss ECCHS Pageant was held Feb. 7 and featured a host of winners in addition to Miss ECCHS. The first runner-up was I'jianah Whiten and second runner-up was Carlee Brown.