Ken Stanford

I read over the weekend that the automobile manufacturers are introducing their 2005 models this month and that got me to thinking back to when that was a really big deal, not only for the dealers but for small communities, and maybe big cities.

Lumpkin County voters will face the longest ballot of any in the immediate Gainesville area Tuesday, and some will be voting on a liquor-by-the-drink question.

The East Hall Library and Special Needs Library have launched a public relations campaign, targeting area seniors.

South Hall Middle School (SHMS), which missed making Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) this year in only one first indicator, has won its appeal.

The Northeast Georgia Chapter American Red Cross says it has received more than $82,000 for the Hurricane Relief Fund that was set up following the Florida hurricanes this summer.

The Gainesville College Foundation recently hosted a luncheon and dedication ceremony to honor the donors who have made it possible for Gainesville College to add eleven new Smart Classrooms.

A rising senior at Brenau University who is from Gainesville is the winner of a $5,000 scholarship.

If you didn't take advantage of early voting last week, or couldn't for one reason or another, we've got a preview of what you'll find on the Hall County ballot Tuesday.

Hall County schools will be closed Election Day - as will many other public schools in Georgia.

The Hall County Democratic and Republican parties are planning election night celebrations Tuesday.