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Candidate filing period begins in less than two weeks

News Staff
Thursday, November 20, 2025
By Becky Long Publisher   It may seem early, but local politics is about to rise to the forefront as filing for office gets underway in nine days. It begins Monday, Dec. 1 and ends Friday, Dec. 19 at the Clay County Board of Elections office.

Hallow-anniversary celebration

News Staff
Thursday, November 6, 2025
Audrey and Pete Fenner are all smiles as they combine two celebrations: their wedding anniversary and Halloween during Trick or Treating on the Hayesville town square Friday evening.

Town election is Tuesday, Nov. 4

News Staff
Thursday, October 30, 2025
By Becky Long Publisher   Hayesville’s municipal election is Tuesday, Nov. 4. The three council members are running unopposed; however, two candidates are competing for the mayor’s seat. Four of the candidates currently serve on the town board.
Photo • Clay County Food Pantry president, Jerry Sullivan From left, Dave Jaeger with his wife, Judy Jaeger, sort canned goods for the Clay County Food Pantry.

Photo • Clay County Food Pantry president, Jerry Sullivan From left, Dave Jaeger with his wife, Judy Jaeger, sort canned goods for the Clay County Food Pantry.

Nonprofit spotlight focuses on Clay County Food Pantry

News Staff
Thursday, October 30, 2025
By Lorrie Ross Staff Writer   The story of this week’s non-profit began a few decades ago, when four local residents decided to address a need they saw among their Clay County neighbors.
Halloween will be a thriller

Halloween will be a thriller

Halloween will be a thriller

News Staff
Thursday, October 30, 2025
Friday’s Trick or Treat on the Square on Oct. 31 will bring an abundance of clever costumes to Hayesville all worn by the young and the young at heart. The event is held 5-8 p.m. Set-up and booth decorating will be from 4-4:45 p.m.

Generosity equals third K-9

News Staff
Thursday, October 2, 2025
By Marcia Barnes Feature Writer   Final results counted by the all-volunteer Clay County K-9 Initiative on Monday, Sept. 29 was a reason to thank the community again for its support.
The Still Place • Photo Critically ill children and their families come to The Still Place from all over for family respite and renewal, which are usually about one week retreats.

The Still Place • Photo Critically ill children and their families come to The Still Place from all over for family respite and renewal, which are usually about one week retreats.

Nonprofit series focuses on The Still Place, providing respite for families

News Staff
Thursday, October 2, 2025
By Lorrie Ross  Staff Writer   In remote Clay County, along the tranquil shores of Compass Creek, The Still Place awaits. This non-profit may be lesser known than others in Clay County, but its impact is far-reaching.