We’re excited to share a North Georgia themed crossword puzzle created by our very own Cindy Shore Smith. This fun and challenging puzzle is a great way to test your knowledge of our beautiful mountain region and to remind yourself … Read More
Introduction Joseph Dabney provides an excellent overview in his book, “Mountain Spirits”, of the migration of the Scotch-Irish settlers to the United States and finally to the Southern Appalachian Mountains in north Georgia. These spirited pioneering people suffered a lot … Read More
Click on this link to read all about O’Neill in part 1 of our series Richard (Interviewer) – All right. So I’m here with O’Neill Williams. Due to the length of our interview, we will break it up into two … Read More
In today’s interview, we embark on the first of a 3 part series with O’Neill Williams. For those unaware, let’s start with some background… O’Neill Williams graduated from Emory University with a BA degree in Economics. I was actually at … Read More
(to the tune of “Fifty Ways to Leave Your Lover” by Paul Simon) The problem is here inside the gates, she said to meThe answer is easy if you just drive carefullyI’d like to help avoid an accident you seeThere … Read More
Note from the editors: It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of the passing of Diane Wells on February 18, 2023. Diane was a beloved member of our community, and her presence will be deeply missed. We … Read More
Our musical abilities are limited. Diane played clarinet in the high school band and Don’s musical capabilities would not fill up a thimble.… Read More
We would not be where we are today without the leadership of Lt. John Tarantini.… Read More
My mother was a Home Economics teacher; therefore, I started cooking when I was tall enough to reach the burners on the gas stove. Cooking pudding may have been my infamous start, but mother always had a surprise twist. When … Read More
The wildfires raging in the western states should serve as a wakeup call to all of us in Pickens County. In 1997 my wife and I began to search for property in the north Georgia mountains. Our search for the … Read More