Mark Pettus is Publisher of The Chattahoochee News-Herald & Sneads Sentinel. He can be reached at mark.pettus@prioritynews.net
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…
Leo TorresGadsden County News ServiceOtterly Southern Boutique celebrated its one-year anniversary Saturday with the grand opening of its new location in Havana.The boutique kicked off its opening with a blessing, followed by a ribbon cutting. Once the doors were open, vendors offered henna tattoos, color analysis and permanent jewelry to complement the shopping experience while…
Erin HillGadsden County News Service Chattahoochee Main Street is bringing back a cherished local tradition with a fresh twist as it hosts the inaugural River Runaround 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run on Saturday, May 17 at River Landing Park.The 5K race will kick off at 8:00 a.m. Eastern Time, with same-day registration and packet pickup…
Commissioners question fairness of the program’s process. Erin HillGadsden County News Service Parents and county officials are raising concern after learning that student applicants for the summer youth employment program applicants were chosen through a lottery system.This year 291 students applied. Of those students, 150 were selected.Although it was not on the agenda during the…
Seed It Your Way: An Extension Program to get gresh vegetables in local residents’ dietsDonna Arnold Fresh vegetables may soon become a more common staple in local kitchens thanks to “Seed It Your Way,” a new extension program designed to directly bring high-quality seeds and expert agricultural knowledge to residents. The initiative is made possible…
