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North Lanier Baptist Church announces its list of classes held 6:30-8 p.m. Wednesdays: • Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University • Beth Moore’s study of Revelation • GriefShare • English as a Second Language • Priscilla Shirer’s study on Jonah (1 p.m.) Register online at www.northlanier.org or by calling (770) 781-5433.   First Baptist Church of Cumming, 1597 Sawnee Drive, is offering a new class for ... Read More



Community Events




'Brother Wolf' returns to North

For those who missed the show’s run in the fall, North Forsyth High is offering one more performance of "Brother Wolf." Read More

Young patriot draws praise, support

Young patriot draws praise, support

Remington Youngblood describes himself as a patriot. Read More
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Fire safety poster contest opens

The Forsyth County Fire Department encourages local third-graders to take part in its annual fire safety poster contest. Read More



Many chosen for all-state band

Thirty-five young musicians from the Forsyth County school system have been picked to participate in the Georgia All-State musical event in March. Read More

Habitat solar house under way

Habitat solar house under way

Skies may have been dreary during the ceremony to kick off construction, but the sun will eventually help lower energy bills. Read More
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Man's book inspires Western film

Man's book inspires Western film

Scenes from the Wild West surround Thomas Kelly as he types his imagination into novels. Read More
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First-year fundraiser celebrated

First-year fundraiser celebrated

Efforts to support a cancer fundraiser were honored Thursday night. Read More
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KFCB to hold open house

Keep Forsyth County Beautiful will hold a community open house on Jan. 24. Read More

Expert plays chess with inmates

Expert plays chess with inmates

Joe Couvillion talks fast and thinks even faster. Read More
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'Legacy of dedication' honored

'Legacy of dedication' honored

Like many, Brian Criste is busy with work, home life and friends. Read More
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Slugfest goes to bat for Women's Center

Slugfest goes to bat for Women's Center

Organizers of an annual Forsyth County baseball tournament recently made a sizable donation to the Women’s Center at Northside Hospital-Forsyth. Read More
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Relay for Life will kick off Jan. 17

Leaders of the local American Cancer Society chapter are preparing to roll out the purple carpet. Read More

Girls learn life's twists, twirls

Girls learn life's twists, twirls

A baton hit the floor with a quiet thud. Read More
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Mentoring milestone approaches

Mentor Me North Georgia is preparing for a celebration. Read More

Christian bands to perform

Christian bands to perform

Two Christian musical groups will take to the Cumming Playhouse stage next week. Read More
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Pilot honored for decades of safety

Pilot honored for decades of safety

At 81, Bob McCann still loves going where eagles dare. Read More
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Woman wins trip to Rose Bowl, parade

Woman wins trip to Rose Bowl, parade

Sharon Howell will stop Monday and smell the roses — thousands of them. Read More
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Many make room for resolutions

From shedding holiday pounds to saving more money, New Year’s Resolutions remain popular. Read More

Chance cruise stop most memorable

Chance cruise stop most memorable

Off in the distance, Fred Bureau thought he saw a whale. Read More
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Polar Bear Swim on Saturday


Couple called to Kenya

Couple called to Kenya

Nearly 30 years ago, Steve Taylor made his first and only move. Read More
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Bus-driving author finds inspiration on route

Sue Theisen always liked writing, but it wasn’t until she became a school bus driver that she found her calling as a children’s author. Read More

Families celebrate faith, Hanukkah

Families celebrate faith, Hanukkah

Food is a central part of many Jewish holidays. And the third night of Hanukkah at Cheryl and Les Gordon’s south Forsyth home was no exception. Read More
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One family's 'merry' Christmas adventures

I’ve been a vegetarian for eight years. Read More



Family on TV game show

A Forsyth County family will appear on a popular television game show. Read More

Child featured in calendar for cause

Child featured in calendar for cause

A local girl will appear in a calendar supporting an organization that helps children create memories with terminally ill parents. Read More
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Scout leads effort to save hemlocks

Scout leads effort to save hemlocks

A group of hemlock trees has been saved thanks to the efforts of a local Boy Scout. Read More
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Light show helps Canine Assistants

Light show helps Canine Assistants

When approaching Cole Court, Christmas looks a little brighter. Read More
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Bike ride backs basic necessities

While many children may still be filling out their holiday wish lists, there are about 400 homeless and migrant students in Forsyth County’s schools who struggle for basic necessities. Read More

Band's star rising

Band's star rising

Trey Rosenkampff recalled finishing a song with his rock band in a big warehouse and hearing just one man’s clapping echo while others sat silently, watching. Read More
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Sights, sounds of season abound

A number of holiday-themed shows will fill the Cumming Playhouse through year’s end. Read More

Service organization hailed for busy year

Service organization hailed for busy year

The local chapter of the United Daughters of the Confederacy recently took home 17 awards at the group’s division conference in Valdosta. Read More
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Community honored for philanthropy

Community honored for philanthropy

A south Forsyth neighborhood has been honored for its support of an organization that helps children who come from bad situations. Read More
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Horse rescue group holding holiday festival

Celebrate the holidays with horses this weekend during the Save the Horses’ An Old Fashioned Christmas. Read More

Spreading comfort with cookies

Spreading comfort with cookies

Tables sat heaped with plastic bags filled with cookies ranging from Snicker Doodles and lemon cream to the ever-popular chocolate chip. Read More
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Christmas crafts show this weekend

A Christmas tradition will continue this weekend. Read More

Artwork of elder artists shines

Artwork of elder artists shines

Their fingers may not be as nimble as they once were, but their work still holds great beauty. Read More
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Holiday light show to benefit nonprofit

A group of Christmas-decorating neighbors is once again giving Clark Griswold a run for his money. Read More

Versatile musician finds niche with band

Versatile musician finds niche with band

A Forsyth Central High School graduate is part of a rising, award-winning country music band. Read More
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