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Cherokee to Travel to North Forsyth

September 14, 2012, 2:55 am
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The Cherokee Warriors explode into 2011 with back-to-back wins.

Cherokee High last week upended Sequoyah High for its first win under new head football coach Josh Shaw.

The team hopes to continue its winning ways tonight when it travels to Cumming for North Forsyth High's home opener.

Cherokee is 1-1. North Forsyth is undefeated.

Last year, Cherokee dominated North Forsyth and walked away with a 34-14 victory over the Raiders.  

Will the Warriors come out on top tonight? Kickoff is at 7:30 p.m. at North Forsyth.

And make sure to return to Canton-Sixes Patch on Saturday for a photo recap from new contributor David Ruff.

Creekview High (2-0) has a bye this week, but will be back in action next Friday when Kell High (2-0) visits the Grizzlies.

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For Rent: 110 Cypress Court

September 14, 2012, 10:00 am
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Job Alert: Aquatics Manager

September 14, 2012, 12:00 pm
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More people leave Cherokee for work than any other county in metro Atlanta. Do you want to work closer to home?

Cherokee Recreation and Parks Authority is looking for an aquatics manager "to administer, maintain and manage the Cherokee County Aquatic Center," according to a description on the county's website. The position pays $43,664 to $67,679 a year. For more information on the position, go here.

To peruse the Canton-Sixes Patch classifieds, click here.

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Cherokee County Mug Shots

September 14, 2012, 4:00 pm
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Michael Danny Myers of Acworth, arrested Sept. 11 on a charge of violation of probation.

The Cherokee County Adult Detention Center supplied Patch with the mug shots and booking reports of the inmates who appear here. At the time of reporting, none of them has been convicted of the listed charges, and all should be presumed innocent.

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Ball Ground Collision Injures 1

September 14, 2012, 9:00 pm
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The Disaster Loan Outreach Center that the U.S. Small Business Administration set up a in Cherokee County has only seen one customer and only issued one loan since it began last week.

A 58-year-old Ball Ground woman was injured early Friday after her convertible collided with a tractor trailer on East Cherokee Drive near Creekside Way, authorities said.

Mary Corridori was flown to Atlanta Medical Center with non-life threatening injuries after the 7 a.m. accident, said Lt. Jay Baker, the spokesman for the Cherokee County Sheriff's Office said.

"It appears Corridori's vehicle crossed the center line while she was negotiating a curve before colliding with the tractor trailer," which was traveling in the opposite direction, he said.

The driver of the trailer, who was not identified, was not injured, Baker said.

East Cherokee Drive was shut down in both directions for about two hours.

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Cherokee Falls to North Forsyth

September 15, 2012, 6:00 am
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North Forsyth's Jamal Davenport (34) scores in the first quarter for the Raiders.

North Forsyth High jumped out to an early 14-0 lead in the first quarter Friday night. Cherokee High fought back throughout the rest of the night, with a couple scores of their own in the second and third quarters to make it 21-12 going into the fourth quarter.  

North Forsyth pulled away with a late score to secure the win for the undefeated Raiders (3-0).

Cherokee (1-2) will face Lassiter High (3-0) next Friday in Canton.

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Big Springs UMC Welcomes New Pastor

September 16, 2012, 2:00 am
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Members of Big Springs United Methodist Church recently welcomed the Rev. James S. Garvin Jr. and his wife, the Rev. Ann L. Garvin.

Members of Big Springs United Methodist Church recently welcomed the Rev. James S. Garvin Jr. and his wife, the Rev. Ann L. Garvin. The pastor, who served Pleasant Grove UMC in Dahlonega since 2006, is a native of Ocala, FL, and earned a bachelor of science degree in electrical engineering from Georgia Tech, and worked with several Fortune 100 corporations before entering the ministry in 2001.

Ann is a licensed professional counselor and serves part-time as a private therapist with the Dawson County Drug Court in Dawsonville. She recently completed the certification process to be recognized as a United Methodist Local Pastor. Jim and Ann offer counseling for couples and conduct marriage and family workshops. Big Springs is at 2066 Sugar Pike Rd. in south Cherokee.

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Toonigh Church of God to celebrate 100th anniversary

A celebration is planned for 10 a.m. today with guest speaker Dr. Michael Baker, administrative bishop of the North Georgia Church of God. The church is at 4775 Old Highway 5, Canton. For more details, email specialkcuts@windstream.net or call 770-845-1284.

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Christian writer’s group welcomes guest Kim Ketola

The Christian Authors Guild will meet at 7 p.m. Monday, with guest speaker Kim Ketola, author of “Cradle My Heart: Finding God’s Love After Abortion.” The meeting will take place at Prayer and Praise Christian Fellowship, 6409 Bells Ferry Rd., Woodstock.

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Liberty Hill to distribute lunches during fall break

Members of Liberty Hill United Methodist Church will give out brown bag lunches to the community from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 18 and 20 from the church parking lot, 141 Railroad St., Canton. Everyone’s invited to join in for fun, fellowship and lunch.

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New ministry for tweens will begin at Sixes UMC

Studio 456, a new tween ministry for grades 4-6, at Sixes UMC starts at 4 p.m. Sept. 23. The focus will be learning the faith through artistic expressions, painting, drama, dancing and singing. Contact Brad Bunn at 770-345-7644 for more information.

Versions of these ministry notes previously appeared in the September edition of The Cherokee Vine, a monthly newsletter that highlights news and events from churches, ministries and charitable organizations in Cherokee County.

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Headlines You Missed

September 16, 2012, 3:00 pm
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Did you miss our top stories this week? Check out our weekly post "Week in Review."

Click on the following links for the stories you might have missed between Sept. 9-Sept. 15:

SUNDAY

Ministry Spotlight: St. Paul AME Celebrates 115 Years 

Article: Tribune Publisher Brumby Dies

Article: Robbery Suspect Killed in I-75 Chase

MONDAY

Article: Rabid Cat Scratches Woman in Canton

Article: GBI IDs Man Killed in I-75 Chase

Article: Teen Arrested in Missing Flag Case

What would you like to see on Canton-Sixes Patch this week? Let us know in the comment box below.

TUESDAY

Five Things You Need to Know Today: Podiatry Center Acquires Canton Practice

Local Voices Blog: Rescind Opposition to Charter School Amendment

Article: Remembering 9/11

WEDNESDAY

Article: 'The Hope of Better Things to Come'

Article: I-75 Crash Victim from Woodstock

Article: Suspect in Walmart Shoplifting Wanted

Article: Trapped Motorcyclist Flown to Grady

THURSDAY

Article: 16 Cherokee Schools in 'SHAPE'

Article: Drive-By Flu Clinic Draws 152

Local Voices Blog: End of Summer, Beginning of Memories

FRIDAY

Five Things You Need to Know Today: Get a Free Chick-fil-A Milkshake

Patch Poll: Dems Say Convention Gave Obama a Bounce, GOP Less Likely to Think the Events Matter

SATURDAY

Article: Ball Ground Collision Injures 1

Viewfinder: Cherokee Falls to North Forsyth

Local Voices Blog: The Fair Comes to Town 

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Cherokee County Mug Shots

September 20, 2012, 4:00 pm
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Lauren Victoria Melton of Kennesaw, arrested Sept. 16 on a charge of theft by shoplifting.

The Cherokee County Adult Detention Center supplied Patch with the mug shots and booking reports of the inmates who appear here. At the time of reporting, none of them has been convicted of the listed charges, and all should be presumed innocent.

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Cherokee, Creekview on the Field Tonight

September 21, 2012, 1:00 am
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The 2012 Grizzlies!

1. Students from Cherokee County will join thousands of youth on athletic fields across the nation on Oct. 10 as they share their Christian faith at the 7th Annual Fields of Faith event. Look for the announcement from Cherokee High's Brandon Roberts at 5 a.m.

2. In a unanimous vote, the Canton City Council decided to keep the senior garbage rate as is. We'll have the story at 5:30 a.m.

3. Liberty Hill Church served 200 meals to families this week while Cherokee County School District students were out for Fall Break. Read about the church's outreach efforts at 5:55 a.m. 

4. Cherokee Commission Chairman Buzz Ahrens will answer some of your questions about a proposed homestead option sales tax referendum starting at 8 a.m. Tuesday at the Cherokee County Administration Building and Conference Center. Woodstock-Towne Lake Patch editor Kristal Dixon will have more information at 7 a.m.

5. In high school football action, Cherokee High (1-2) will face Lassiter High (3-0) tonight in Canton. And Kell High (2-1) will visit Creekview High (2-0). Kickoff for both games is at 7:30 p.m.

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    Canton Senior Garbage Rate Won't Change

    September 21, 2012, 2:30 am
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    FILE PHOTO: This is a garbage truck. There are many like it, but this one is mine.

    Breathe a sigh of relief, Canton seniors.

    The City Council voted Thursday night to keep your monthly garbage bills at $7.50.

    Before Thursday's vote, the city's senior and permanently disabled communities were staring at the possibility of a $3.50 a month hike. City staff recommended the increase because an analysis found that Canton pays $10.50 per resident for garbage service.

    Though the proposed hike would have still been lower than the $16.50 a month that all other customers pay, the idea of an increase didn't sit well with people like Andy Bonner, one of two seniors who spoke against the plan during the 10-minute public input period Thursday.

    How could Canton increase its rate when neighboring Woodstock, which uses the same company that Canton uses for trash pickup, recently announced plans to reduce theirs, he asked.

    That was one of the reasons that Council member Bob Rush supported Bill Bryan's motion to keep the senior garbage rate at its current level.

    Additionally, he said, "I don't think as a city we're providing a service. We really don't need to make money off trash collection since we don't do anything except bill."

    Rush said "it would be best for everybody" if the city simply allowed its vendor, Waste Management, to bill Canton residents directly for trash service.

    To watch the meeting, click here and look for the Sept. 20 council meeting video.

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    HOST Forum Set For Tuesday

    September 21, 2012, 4:00 am
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    The first of two forums on a proposed new sales tax will be held next week.

    Snapshot: Homestead Option Sales Tax (HOST), sponsored by Cherokee Bank and the Cherokee Tribune, will give Cherokee County residents an opportunity to learn about the proposal and to provide feedback to county leaders.

    The forum will be held at 8 a.m. Tuesday at the Northside Hospital-Cherokee Conference Center, located at 1130 Bluffs Parkway in Canton.

    The measure will be on the Nov. 6 general election ballot and, if approved, would impose a one percent sales tax. The revenue would be used to rollback the county’s M&O property taxes. It does not apply to the school or fire district taxes imposed by the county. 

    Two questions will be on the ballots and residents have to vote yes on both in order for it to pass. Once enacted, the HOST does not have a sunset provision; it can only be terminated by referendum. 

    The law allows the county to use up to 20 percent of the funds for capital purposes. However, the Cherokee County Commission on Tuesday approved a resolution stating the board will use 100 percent of the proceeds to roll back property taxes as long as a Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax program is in place.

    County Commission Chairman Buzz Ahrens said he's reached out to all the county's mayors and has requested to speak about the proposal at upcoming city council meetings.

    While these forums will be the first of two formal events designated to discuss the proposed tax, Senate Majority Leader Chip Rogers (R-Woodstock) spoke about the proposal to the Cherokee Tea Party Patriots during their Sept. 9 meeting.

    Rogers during the 2012 legislative session introduced and sponsored a bill that enabled the county to put the measure on the ballot. 

    County Commissioner Harry Johnston also attended the meeting and fielded questions from the audience. Johnston noted the reception from the crowd was “less than completely warm and enthusiastic," but noted he believed more people in the crowd favored the proposal than those who didn't. 

    The next forum will be held at 6 p.m. Oct. 4 at the Chambers at City Center 8534 Main Street in downtown Woodstock. 

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    For Sale: 140 Pecan Dr.

    September 21, 2012, 10:00 am
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    Job Alert: Stylist

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    Cherokee County Mug Shots

    September 21, 2012, 4:00 pm
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    Shannon Gallman of Milner, arrested Sept. 18 on a charge of deposit account fraud (felony). Held for another agency.

    The Cherokee County Adult Detention Center supplied Patch with the mug shots and booking reports of the inmates who appear here. At the time of reporting, none of them has been convicted of the listed charges, and all should be presumed innocent.

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    Georgia Bulldogs Football vs. Vanderbilt: Will Tempers Flare Again?

    September 22, 2012, 1:00 am
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    The Red and Black checks in with Russ as he settles into his role as Uga, the University of Georgia Bulldogs mascot.

    There was some question at the beginning of the University of Georgia's football season as to whether Russ, a not-direct-line descendant who nevertheless ascended to the role of Uga IX, could give UGA the juice it needed to succeed.

    So far, Russ has fulfilled his responsibilities, as Georgia heads into its game against Vanderbilt with an unblemished 3-0 record. The Red and Black checks in with the pampered mascot as he continues his push through a high-pressure season.

    High blood pressure certainly punctuated the end of last year's Georgia-Vandy matchup, as Bulldogs defensive coordinator Todd Grantham had a heated tete-a-tete with Vanderbilt head coach James Franklin. (It's on YouTube!) The Macon Telegraph's Seth Emerson reports that the altercation has been a motivator for Georgia players.

    Grantham's not the only Bulldog headed for an awkward reunion with Franklin, though. Emerson reports that freshman linebacker Josh Dawson was committed to play for Vanderbilt last year, right up until signing day when he bailed for the Dawgs:

    After Dawson's switch, Franklin told a group of Vanderbilt boosters that players who de-committed from their school were not "men of honor" or "men of integrity." He never specifically mentioned Dawson, but Dawson was the only player who de-committed from the Commodores this year on signing day.

    In case anyone needs further motivation ahead of this week's matchup, look (or listen) no further than a new team fight song, "Go Dawgs (Sic 'Em Woof Woof Woof)," apparently written by the Terry College of Business. You can catch it here on Facebook.

    And as for the actual on-field action? David Paschall of the Chattanooga Times Free Press says the Bulldogs are working to stop giving up big plays.

    For the Atlanta Journal-Constitution's Bill King, if a motivated defense gets its job done Saturday, "the Georgia-Vandy series should be back to its normal boring self next year."

    What do you think? Will Vanderbilt be a match for Georgia between the hedges this Saturday? Tell us in the comments.

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    Lassiter Routs Cherokee

    September 22, 2012, 6:25 am
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    Cherokee defenders go for the tackle.

    Lassiter High wasted no time scoring in Friday night's 41-6 victory over Cherokee High.

    Barely two minutes off the clock, Willie Police (No. 5) rushed for a touchdown and Lassiter successfully went for a 2-point conversion.   

    Cherokee's first two possessions ended in fumbles. Lassiter used both turnovers to convert two field goals to push the lead to 14-0 at the end of the first quarter.

    The second quarter saw Lassiter add another touchdown when Duby Nwaubi (3) caught a pass from Eddie Printz (7). Down 21-0, Cherokee got on the board with six minutes left in the first half. Andrew Harris (10) hauled in a pass from Spencer Ashley (4). Cherokee missed the point after attempt. And Lassiter's Printz closed the first half with a QB keeper on fourth down to make the score 27-6.

    In the second half, Lassiter added another rushing touchdown, this time from Hakim Shahid (1). The rout finished when Police ran for his second score of the evening.

    Lassiter (4-0) plays Woodstock (0-4) next Friday night. Cherokee (1-3) will travel to Walton (3-1).

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    Kell Squeaks By Creekview 33-29

    September 22, 2012, 7:10 am
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    RB Chandler Wold (18) plows through Kell defenders Taylor Henkle (26) and LB Zach Lopez (24).

    The 2-0 Grizzlies played their first game against Kell High with rumors that Kell was a 20-plus point favorite. This seemed to become reality with the Grizzlies quickly trailing 14-0 due to a fumble and an interception early in the game.

    Creekview had other ideas, though. The Grizzlies scored twice in the first half to tie it up at 14-14. For the rest of the contest, the game was up for grabs, staying within single score range for both teams. At one point in the second half, Creekview had the lead at 29-26. 

    Kell scored late in the game to make it 33-29. Creekview was driving with around 1:30 left in the fourth quarter, but lost the ball with an interception inside the 10-yard line.

    The Grizzlies may have lost the game, but rest assured, they showed they are a contender going forward in the 2012 season.

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    Allen Temple AME Hosts Community Event

    September 23, 2012, 2:00 am
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    Face painting is one of the many activities for children at the Allen Temple festival.

    LA Fitness is partnering with Allen Temple AME Church, Georgia Shape and the Cherokee County Health Department to provide “Pass It On – Good Health,” set for 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 29 at Woodstock City Park, 101 Arnold Mill Rd. The goal is to reduce child and family obesity. Attendees can enjoy games, activities, fitness and nutrition tips, demonstrations, live music and emotional and spiritual support to families. Volunteers, vendors and sponsors are needed to help with and provide health screenings (dental, vision), haircuts, live music, stage performances, food and “old school” games such as dodge ball, baseball, red-light-green-light and sack races to urge families to play and stay healthy together.

    LA Fitness will offer instructional classes and family friend activities, body-fat testing, nutrition tips and fitness consultations. To become a sponsor or get more information, contact Dr. Wanda Gill at 770-926-6348. More details can be found at www.allentempleame.org.

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    A New Season at Mt. Zion Baptist

    Mt. Zion Baptist Church has begun a community outreach ministry called SALT (Serving All with Love and Truth) that includes a Living Bread Food pantry open 9 a.m.-noon on the last Saturday of the month, and a free community dinner 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on the third Thursday of the month. A “Show & Tell” school ministry will help needy kids and their families, an automotive ministry and a “Repair & Relief” team will help the elderly, widows and single mothers with home and emergency repairs.

    “We want our neighbors to know we’re here to help in whatever way we can during their tough times,” said SALT Outreach Coordinator Deborah Rey. “It’s also our privilege to tell them about Jesus and His love for them, sharing the gospel message of salvation and eternal life.”

    The church is at 4096 East Cherokee Dr. in Canton. For more information, email deborahrey@windstream.net.

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    Mt. Gilead UMC Raising Funds with Chicken Dinner

    A chicken dinner is planned for 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sept. 29 to raise money for Mount Gilead United Methodist Church's the building fund. Dinner includes fried chicken, mashed potatoes, green beans, cole slaw and roll. The church is at 889 Arnold Mill Rd., Woodstock.  

    Editor's note: Versions of these ministry notes previously appeared in the September edition of The Cherokee Vine, a monthly newsletter that highlights news and events from churches, ministries and charitable organizations in Cherokee County.

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    Did you miss our top stories this week? Check out our "Week in Review."

    Click on the following links for the stories you might have missed between Sept. 16-Sept. 22:

    SUNDAY

    Ministry Spotlight: Big Springs UMC Welcomes New Pastor

    MONDAY

    Article: 8 Named National Merit Semifinalists

    Article: Canton Man Arrested After Pilgrim's Pride Bomb Threat

    What would you like to see on Canton-Sixes Patch this week? Let us know in the comment box below.

    TUESDAY

    Article: Cherokee Historians Oppose Archives Closure

    WEDNESDAY

    Article: County Commission Approves Resolution On Grand Jury Recommendations

    Article: Georgia Cancer Specialists Settles with Feds over Medicare Billing

    THURSDAY

    Article: Cherokee County Humane Society Gears Up For Fundraiser

    Article: Preview: Should Canton Seniors Pay More for Garbage?

    FRIDAY

    Announcement: Cherokee Youth to Host Fields of Fath

    Article: Canton Senior Garbage Rate Won't Change

    Local Voices blog: Refuge for the Hungry

    SATURDAY

    Viewfinder: Lassiter Routs Cherokee

    Viewfinder: Kell Squeaks By Creekview 33-29

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