CTL Script/ Top Stories of December 16th
Publish Date: December 15th
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STORY 1: Civil Air Patrol to Join Wreaths Across America Event at Georgia National Cemetery
The Ellijay Composite Squadron is participating in a Wreaths Across America event at the Georgia National Cemetery in Canton to honor veterans. Wreaths Across America, founded in 2005, places wreaths on veterans' graves every Christmas at 3,700 locations across the U.S. The public is invited to join the wreath-laying ceremony at 9 a.m. on Saturday at the Georgia National Cemetery, with a ceremony scheduled to follow around 10:30 a.m. Remote parking and shuttle service will be available at Sutallee Baptist Church near White. The event aims to honor and remember those who sacrificed for freedom.
STORY 2: Body of Recently Recovered WWII Solider Will Be Buried at Georgia National Cemetery in Canton
The body of WWII U.S. Army Pfc. Hood E. Cole, recovered earlier this year after nearly 80 years, will be buried at Georgia National Cemetery in Canton on Jan. 15. Cole, 26, from Atlanta, was killed in action on Jan. 14, 1945, during an attack by German forces near Baerenthal, Fr. His body was unrecoverable due to the fighting, and he was declared non-recoverable on May 11, 1951. Recent research identified remains X-9441 and X-9442 in Belgium as possibly associated with Cole. DPAA scientists used anthropological and dental analysis, as well as DNA analysis, to identify his remains. Cole's name will be removed from the Walls of the Missing at Epinal American Cemetery, and a rosette will be placed next to it. For family and funeral information, contact the Army Casualty Office at 800-892-2490.
STORY 3: Cherokee County Students Advance to Super Regionals Robotics Competitions
Cherokee County School District teams excelled in regional First LEGO League robotics competitions, with three advancing to super regionals. The E.T. Booth Middle School Bot Builders, Mill Creek Middle School LEGO Cats – Navy, and R.M. Moore Elementary School STEM Academy Lego Splash teams achieved high scores and will compete in the super regionals event next month. Mill Creek’s team received the Core Values award, while R.M. Moore’s team secured first place in the Project category. The super regional competition will feature top teams from public and private elementary and middle schools, hosted by Mill Creek Middle School.
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STORY 4: Cherokee County Chick-fil-As Raise Over $100K for Educational Foundation
The six Chick-fil-A restaurants in Cherokee County set a new fundraising record at the Cherokee County 5K race, presenting a check for $107,000 to the Cherokee County Educational Foundation. The funds were raised during the record-breaking race held on August 13 at Etowah River Park in Canton, with over 2,100 runners participating. The annual 5K race supports teaching, learning, and achievements for teachers and students in the Cherokee County School District. Additionally, more than $17,000 was contributed to Cherokee County Special Olympics. The next Cherokee County 5K is scheduled for August 17, 2024.
STORY 5: Cherokee County Farm Bureau Seeking Entries For High School Art Contest
The Cherokee County Farm Bureau is promoting the 2024 Georgia Farm Bureau High School Art Contest, encouraging ninth to twelfth-grade students to participate. The contest welcomes entries from public, private, and homeschool students, with the opportunity to win cash prizes. Artwork must be created in black, white, and gray on an 8.5 by 11-inch white paper, using various media. The state winner will receive $250, and 10 district winners will each get $100. Students can contact the Cherokee County Farm Bureau for entry forms and contest rules, with a submission deadline of February 9. The contest aims to foster creativity and raise awareness of Georgia agriculture's contributions.
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STORY 6: Hames Road Closure to Continue Until Jan. 3
Hames Road in Cherokee County, from Hillview Lane to Jamerson Road, is anticipated to remain closed until January 3, according to the Cherokee County Roadway Capital Program. The closure, initiated on December 4, is attributed to weather conditions, upcoming holidays, and safety considerations. Alternative routes are advised for drivers in the affected area during this period.
STORY 7: Cherokee Sheriff's Deputies Shop with Kids for Christmas Joy
The Cherokee Sheriff's Foundation's Christmas Joy program in Cherokee County involves deputies taking children shopping for Christmas presents during the "Shop with a Cop" events at Walmart on Riverstone Parkway in Canton. The program, held over three nights, aims to provide gifts to children who may not otherwise receive them. Alongside presents for children, the Christmas Joy program also offers comfort items to seniors in need in Cherokee County during the holiday season. Donations to support the program can be made year-round at cherokeesheriffsfoundation.org.
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