The hidden dangers of sugar in everyday foodsSharlee Whiddon Sugar is everywhere. From breakfast cereals to salad dressings, even seemingly healthy foods are often packed with hidden sugars—posing a silent but serious threat to public health. While many people know to avoid obvious sweets like candy and soda, the real challenge lies in identifying the…
NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that, GENE OPHEIM, the holder of the following certificate has filed said certificate for a tax deed to be issued thereon. The certificate number and year of issuance, the description of the property, and the names in which it was assessed are as follows: CERTIFICATE…
This old bird and her nest Judy Conlin For all these many years, I’ve lived with that silly alter ego of mine, Nurse Judy, and I have thought of myself as the sensible, clear-headed, forward thinking member of this duo. At this stage in our lives, I have decided that we should probably move into…
Ellie Riner of Havana made the spring 2025 Dean’s List at the University of North Georgia (UNG) for achieving at least a 3.5 grade-point average, carrying 12 or more credit hours in one semester and having no grade lower than B.Positioned in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia comprises five…
I appreciate the solemnity of Memorial Day Sheryl Boldt In the mid-1990s, when my son, Joshua, announced that he had enlisted in the Army, I felt nervous yet proud of his decision to serve his country. When Kuwait was becoming increasingly unstable, Joshua called to say his unit was awaiting word on whether they would…
Erin HillGadsden County News ServiceFollowing public outcry over a lottery-based selection process, the Gadsden County Board of County Commissioners has voted unanimously to expand its Summer Youth Jobs Program, allowing all qualified student applicants who met the deadline to be hired.At a special meeting on Wednesday, May 14, commissioners approved funding for 98 additional positions,…
Erin HillGadsden County News Service A lifetime of dedication to agriculture was honored this week.Harvey Suber and his late brother, John Suber, were recognized this week as the 2025 Agriculturalists of the Year by the Florida Association of County Agricultural Agents (FACAA). The honor was announced at the Extension Professionals of Florida Association Conference in…
Patricia SmithGadsden County News ServiceA special invitation for a Memorial Day celebration and kickball showdown event at Sneads Park was announced in April as a free community event by Brandon Mcintyre. The invitation advertised that vendors, food trucks, yard sellers, and small businesses would be able to set up for free and the event would…
