County Schedules Open House For Transportation Plan Update

One meeting will be held March 24 in Canton and another is set for March 26 in Woodstock.

New Associate Judge Joins Cherokee Magistrate Court

Courtney D. Goodwin was recently sworn into office.

Thompson: Smokefree Cars for Children Act Has Bipartisan Support

State Sen. Bruce Thompson also supports a proposal for state takeover of failing schools and the Georgia Religious Freedom Restoration Act.

Georgia Senate Honors John Smoltz

The longtime Atlanta Braves pitcher was recognized by Senator Brandon Beach (R-Alpharetta) and Lt. Gov. Casey Cagle.

Design Meeting For Skate Park on Thursday

The new feature would be included in the proposed Cherokee Veterans Park in Macedonia northeast of Holly Springs.

Scot Turner Recognizes Sequoyah Women's Volleyball Team

The high school's team was honored with a resolution for holding the 2014 Georgia High School Association Class AAAAA state championship.

County To Consider Agreement with Holly Springs For Fire Station

The Cherokee County Commission will vote on a land lease agreement for the replacement of Fire Station No. 3.

Bruce Thompson Welcomes 'Mama Mona' To Serve as Chaplain of the Day

The state senator from White welcomed the Rev. Mona Harper to serve on Tuesday, Feb. 9.

Ethics Commission Schedules Probable Cause Hearing for Carolyn Cosby

Cosby is accused of not registering the Canton T.E.A. Party and Georgians For Healthcare Freedom Ltd with the state.

Thompson: Autism Insurance Coverage Bill a "Top Priority" in Senate

State Senator Bruce Thompson represents Senate District 14, which covers parts of Bartow, Cherokee and portions of Cobb counties.

New Magistrate Judge Takes Oath of Office

Robert B. Tidwell last month was sworn in as the new associate judge for Cherokee County Magistrate Court.

Holly Springs Receives Main Street Accreditation

The city was one of 17 communities who graduated from the Georgia Main Street Startup program.

Thompson Backs Bill Requiring Insurance Companies to Cover Autism-Related Disorders

State Senator Bruce Thompson is providing residents with a legislative update from the Georgia General Assembly.

Thompson Backs Bill Requiring Insurance Companies to Cover Autism-Related Disorders

State Senator Bruce Thompson is providing residents with a legislative update from the Georgia General Assembly.

Bruce Thompson Wants Georgia To Be The Best Place To Do Business

The state senator from Bartow County is providing his constituents with a recap of the first week of the 2015 Legislative Session.

Drug Treatment Center Wants Rezoning Change

The change for Blue Ridge Mountain Recovery Center on Howell Bridge Road is needed before it can embark on plans to expand its footprint.

Bruce Thompson Named Deputy Whip of Senate Majority Caucus

State Senator Bruce Thompson will serve during the 2015-16 biennial legislative term of the Georgia General Assembly.

Kim Stancil Named Cherokee Elections Director

Stancil succeeds Janet Munda, who has been charged with theft for allegedly using a county credit card for personal purchases.

Cherokee County Approves Ball Ground Recycling Court Settlement

Ball Ground Recycling will pay the county $62,500 as part of the agreement, and that money will be applied to legal fees.

New Cherokee Commissioners Take Oaths Of Office

Steve West of District 1, Scott Gordon of District 4 and Commission Chair Buzz Ahrens were sworn in on Wednesday.

Cosby: Ethics Commission Did Not Provide Chance To Address Charges

The commission on Wednesday voted to send four ethics complaints against Carolyn Cosby to the Attorney General's office for further review.

Plans For New Cherokee Park Includes Fields, Courts, Veterans Memorial

The preliminary master plan for the proposed Cherokee Veterans Park was unveiled on Tuesday in Canton.

Ahrens, New Commissioners Will Take Oath of Office Next Week

The ceremony to swear in Cherokee Commission Chair Buzz Ahrens and Commissioners-elect Scott Gordon and Steve West will be held Dec. 17.

Cherokee Legislative Delegation Moves Town Hall To Friday Evening

The town hall meeting will now take place Dec. 12, before the annual Cherokee County Republican Party Christmas party.

County To Unveil Concept Plans for Cherokee Veterans Park

Residents can discuss and review the plans at 6:30 p.m. Dec. 9 at Macedonia Elementary School.

Cherokee Lawmakers Schedule Town Hall Meeting, Delegation Day

The town hall meeting is scheduled for 6 p.m. Dec. 10 at the Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce.

Supermarket of Veterans Benefits Comes To Cherokee

The annual "one-stop shop" for veterans benefits information will be held Dec. 3 at the Northside Hospital-Cherokee Conference Center.

Brandon Beach: Transportation Connectivity is "Vital" For Thriving Cities

The state senator, who represents Holly Springs, participated in a transportation panel hosted by the Council For Quality Growth

Cherokee County Wants Your Input on Proposed East Park

The park, which has yet to be named, will be located in the Macedonia community near the Intersection of Highway 20 and Water Tank Road.

Georgia Sues Army Corps of Engineers Over Allatoona Water Supply

The lawsuit wants the government to address "long-standing water supply requests" in the Alabama-Coosa-Tallapoosa River Basin.

Georgia Election Results 2014: Nathan Deal Wins Governor's Race

Democrat Jason Carter was hoping for an upset, but Republican momentum drives success in statewide races.

Georgia Election Results 2014: Perdue Wins U.S. Senate Seat

Democrat Michelle Nunn concedes after Republican David Perdue built decisive lead.

Ahrens Defeats Cosby in Cherokee Commission Chair Race

Incumbent Republican Buzz Ahrens cruised to victory over Independent challenger Carolyn Cosby with 75 percent of the vote.

Holly Springs Recognized For Financial Reporting 'Excellence'

The city recently received the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting.

Holly Springs, Cherokee Elections: Candidates, Polling Locations, Sample Ballot

Election Day is fast approaching. See who’s running and view a sample ballot here.

Feds Wants Your Opinion On Proposed I-575 Bridge Widening

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has opened a 30-day comment period on plans to widen the bridge over Little River in Woodstock.

Holly Springs, Hickory Flat Voters Can Cast Ballots This Weekend

Residents will be able to visit locations tomorrow to vote ahead of the Nov. 4 general election.

Georgia Offers Energy Assistance Program To Needy Holly Springs Residents

The state, through North Georgia Community Action, will offer the assistance to homebound and elderly residents.

Not Old Enough To Vote, Student Participates in Political Process as Poll Worker

Langston Leake, a senior at Sequoyah High School, is volunteering as a poll worker for his senior project.

Cherokee Commission Candidates Spend Thousands To Win Your Vote

Incumbent Buzz Ahrens and challenger Carolyn Cosby have both turned in their latest campaign disclosure reports.