The Festival on the Square is Clay County's longest-running community event, which attracts visitors from all over the southeast for the free entertainment, arts and crafts and food.
A life dedicated to serving others: Clay County remembers Lt. Andrew 'Andy' Lundquist
Thursday, July 2, 2026
Andy Lundquist learned early the values that would guide him throughout his life — hard work, humility and helping others. After graduating from high school, he enlisted in the United States Air Force, serving four years in fire rescue.Local
The Festival on the Square is Clay County's longest-running community event, which attracts visitors from all over the southeast for the free entertainment, arts and crafts and food.
Festival on the Square is next weekend
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One the area’s most popular events will happen in downtown Hayesville on the second weekend in July.
Thursday, July 2, 2026
Ongoing investigation leads to multiple felony charges
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A months long investigation has so far led to the arrest of two men who have been charged for...
Thursday, July 2, 2026
An interior look at the new auditorium shows the base for tiered seating, catwalk at the top of photo ready for paint and work continuing around stage area.
Construction of Hayesville Intermediate School is on schedule
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Superintendent Melissa Godfrey called a construction meeting for the new Hayesville Intermediate...
Thursday, July 2, 2026
Sports
Andrews native Brawley Stillwell stinks up the show with a dominant performance in the Open Wheel Modified feature.
Anderson and Barnett among the winners at the racetrack
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Tucker Anderson and Michael Barnett were among the winners at Tri-County Racetrack's most recent...
Thursday, July 2, 2026
Anderson wins Limited Late Models at Tri-County Race Track
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Tucker Anderson, of Blairsville, Ga.
Thursday, June 25, 2026
Bronc Woody rides to National Finals
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For most young athletes, reaching a national championship level takes years of dedication and...
Thursday, June 25, 2026
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Celebrate Independence Day at the Hiawassee Town Square
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The summer tradition of free music on the Hiawassee Town Square continues at 6:30 p.m.
Thursday, July 2, 2026
Roundup of 250 celebrations
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Independence Day 2026 celebrates 250 years of America — an important birthday for our country.
Thursday, June 25, 2026
Anderson wins Limited Late Models at Tri-County Race Track
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Tucker Anderson, of Blairsville, Ga.
Thursday, June 25, 2026