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$100,000 Powerball Winner in Hixson; $50,000 Winners In Cleveland And Chattanooga
Three locals have won a total of $200,000 in Monday night's Tennessee lottery. Monday night’s Powerball drawing created thousands of winners, including four Tennessee players who matched four of five white balls plus the red Powerball to win the base prize of $50,000. Two of those winners doubled their prize to $100,000 by using the Power Play option for an extra dollar.
SJHS students learn about bees' impact on the world
Seventh and eighth grade students at Sweetwater Junior High School received a unique learning experience Friday about the significant roles bees play in the world. The event was sponsored by the Monroe County Health Council’s Healthy Roots Program, which was developed by the health council with the goal of increasing nutrition education, according to their website at monroehealth.org “We had been learning about flowers, plants and pollinators and we thought...
Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino expands hotel, adds game tables, 300 slot machines
MURPHY, N.C. (WLOS) — The latest expansion at Harrah’s Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel has reached new heights, with construction forging ahead on schedule. The 12-story hotel addition has reached the 10th level, with sheer walls and columns prepped up to the 11th level. Interior framing is underway on levels one through six. The hotel is on track to be completed in late 2024.
Lady Devils soccer notches wins over Tri-County, Murphy
The Lady Devils soccer team has racked up two more wins. On Thursday evening, March 21, they blanked the Tri-County Early College Lady Jaguars 9-0. Then, they were back at it Monday, March 25, beating the Murphy Bulldogs 1-0 at another home game. At the Thursday game against Tri-County, Coach...
Foundation House Ministries Awarded $790,000 TN Strong Families Grant
Foundation House Ministries has been awarded a $790,000 Tennessee Strong Families Grant. In 2023, Governor Bill Lee dedicated $20 million towards improving access to maternal healthcare and boosting critical resources for families by supporting local nonprofits across the state, including pregnancy centers. "Foundation House Ministries is the only maternity home...
Softball Game Recap: Hayesville Yellowjackets vs. Hiwassee Dam Eagles
Hayesville was not able to break out of their rough patch on Wednesday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. Their tough 12-2 loss to the Hiwassee Dam Eagles might stick with them for a while. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Hayesville of the 11-1 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April of 2023.
Fannin County considering revisions to short-term vacation rental ordinance, some worried it could devalue properties across the county
FANNIN COUNTY, Ga. — There could soon be a change to the short-term vacation rentals ordinance in Fannin County that some fear could tank the market if it moves forward. Fannin County Board of Commissioners Chairman Jamie Hensley said the purpose and goal of the ordinance is to appeal to both residents and those wanting to invest in properties in the area.
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