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Chamber accepting applications from Rising High School Seniors for Leadership Toccoa-Stephens County Program
4+ day, 6+ hour ago (62+ words) WNEG Radio Chamber accepting applications from Rising High School Seniors for Leadership Toccoa-Stephens County Program The application deadline for Rising High School Seniors for the 2026-27 Toccoa-Stephens County Leadership Class is Friday, June 12, says Toccoa-Stephens County Chamber of Commerce President-Elect Tessa…...
Georgia launches new Work-Based Learning Diploma option for high school students entering high-demand careers
4+ day, 9+ hour ago (257+ words) By the Georgia Department of Education (Ga DOE) The Georgia Department of Education is launching a new Work-Based Learning Diploma, providing an additional pathway to a Georgia high school diploma for students who plan to directly enter high-demand careers right…...
Stephens County Board of Education holds FY27 Budget Hearing
1+ week, 3+ day ago (156+ words) The Stephens County Board of Education held the first of two public hearings on the proposed Fiscal Year 2027 Budget on Thursday, June 4. The proposed budget is $56. 1 million. Stephens County Superintendent Dr. Connie Franklin shared information on the budget with the…...
Monday, June 8th is Move-In Day at Eastanollee Elementary School
1+ week, 3+ day ago (129+ words) Monday, June 8, is move-in day at Eastanollee Elementary School, says Stephens County Schools Deputy Superintendent John Stith. The Stephens County School System renovated Eastanollee Elementary School for the 2026-2027 school year to accommodate growth, keep students in one school building longer,…...
Stephens County Sheriff's Office hosting Junior Deputy Camp
1+ week, 5+ day ago (174+ words) By Stephens County Sheriff's Office " Georgia JUNIOR DEPUTY CAMP " DAY 2" On Tuesday, June 2, Junior Deputies met many of the public safety members who respond to calls for service. Stephens County EMS Director Bennett showed students some of the lifesaving tools…...
Ga DOE launches Top State for Talent Map to highlight Workforce Innovation
2+ week, 14+ hour ago (348+ words) By the Georgia Department of Education (Ga DOE) On Friday, May 29, 2026, the Georgia Department of Education launched a Top State for Talent map highlighting pockets of innovation and strong education/industry partnerships aligned with high-demand careers across the state. The…...
Charm Mapp, of Jones County, is the 2027 Georgia Teacher of the Year
2+ week, 14+ hour ago (424+ words) By the Georgia Department of Education (Ga DOE) Charm Mapp, an eighth-grade math teacher at Clifton Ridge Middle School in Jones County, is the 2027 Georgia Teacher of the Year. State School Superintendent Richard Woods announced the selection at a banquet…...
Sign up for Adult Summer Reading at the Library
2+ week, 3+ day ago (69+ words) The Toccoa-Stephens County Public Library invites you to sign up for Adult Summer Reading, says Adult Programming Director Carol Glaze. Sign up for Adult Summer Reading at the Toccoa-Stephens County Public Library, located at 53 West Savannah Street in Toccoa. Hours…...
Macon Man named Associate Chief of Forest Management
2+ week, 4+ day ago (245+ words) By the Georgia Forestry Commission As the Georgia Forestry Commission (GFC) continues its work to protect and sustain Georgia's forests, experienced leadership remains critical to that mission. Chris Howell brings 17 years of agency experience to his position as Associate Chief…...
Pictures from Stephens County High School Graduation
3+ week, 1+ day ago (19+ words) WNEG Radio Pictures from Stephens County High School Graduation " Copyright " 2015 "...