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Pending property sale could bring large warehouse

News Staff
Thursday, December 12, 2024
By Becky Long Publisher   Clay County government began the process of selling an estimated 18.8 acres in its Industrial Park in August. While negotiations are still underway and no deed has been signed, dirt is being moved for what could be a large warehouse site.
Lorraine Bennett • Clay County Progress Members of the Hayesville Town Council preparing for Monday evening’s meeting are, from left, Town Clerk/Finance Officer Suzanne Hedden, Mayor Joe Slaton, Councilwoman Lauren Tiger and Councilman Harry Baughn. Councilwoman Benita England was absent.

Lorraine Bennett • Clay County Progress Members of the Hayesville Town Council preparing for Monday evening’s meeting are, from left, Town Clerk/Finance Officer Suzanne Hedden, Mayor Joe Slaton, Councilwoman Lauren Tiger and Councilman Harry Baughn. Councilwoman Benita England was absent.

Hayesville Small Town Main Street shares in a Collaborative Grant

News Staff
Thursday, December 12, 2024
By Lorraine Bennett Staff Writer   Hayesville’s Small Town Main Street program will share in a grant from the Dogwood Health Trust that will give STMS $20,000 in unrestrictive funds. Historic Hayesville Inc.
Concert

Concert

The sounds of comfort and joy

News Staff
Thursday, December 5, 2024
The annual Songwriters Circle concert on Saturday Nov. 30 featuring, from left Rob Tiger, Erin Worley, Wyatt Espalin and Austin Coleman attracted a large crowd upstairs in the  Beal Center. Money raised from the event is designated for Hurricane Helene relief.
Clay County Schools Reba Beck is honored for service to the community and schools on Monday, Nov. 25 by Clay County Schools Board of Education members, from left, Danny Jones, Kelly Crawford, Dr. Jason Shook, Beck and Superintendent Melissa Godfrey.

Clay County Schools Reba Beck is honored for service to the community and schools on Monday, Nov. 25 by Clay County Schools Board of Education members, from left, Danny Jones, Kelly Crawford, Dr. Jason Shook, Beck and Superintendent Melissa Godfrey.

Clay Co. Board of Education honors outgoing member

News Staff
Thursday, December 5, 2024
By Marcia Barnes Staff Writer   Board member Reba Beck made a request to address the board during the Monday night regular meeting on Nov. 25. It was a bittersweet moment as Beck thanked board members.
Commissioners

Commissioners

Three Clay County Commissioners take oath of office

News Staff
Thursday, December 5, 2024
The newly re-elected Clay County Commissioners take their oath of office from Clay County Clerk of Court Tim Barrett, left. The three commissioners who were re-elected without opposition in the 2024 general election are, from left Dr.
Becky Long • Clay County Progress Attendees to Saturday’s holiday luncheon enjoyed the southern sounds of Big Ol Southern Grin featuring, from left, John Andrews on fi ddle, Joey Buckner on drums and Josh McConnell on guitar. The band plays local private and public venues. They can be reached at 828-342-8444. They describe their repertoire as outlaw country. The band’s name was born from a lyric in the Lynyrd Skynyrd hit “Workin’ for the MCA.”

Becky Long • Clay County Progress Attendees to Saturday’s holiday luncheon enjoyed the southern sounds of Big Ol Southern Grin featuring, from left, John Andrews on fi ddle, Joey Buckner on drums and Josh McConnell on guitar. The band plays local private and public venues. They can be reached at 828-342-8444. They describe their repertoire as outlaw country. The band’s name was born from a lyric in the Lynyrd Skynyrd hit “Workin’ for the MCA.”

Sheriff’s dinner kicks off holidays

News Staff
Wednesday, November 27, 2024
By Becky Long Staff Writer   On Saturday a crowd gathered at the schools cafeteria for an afternoon of food, fellowship and music courtesy of the Clay County Sheriff’s office.
Lorrie Ross • Clay County Progress Granny’s Attic is the oldest thrift store in Clay County. It is beside Subway in Hayesville at 200 Highway 64 West.

Lorrie Ross • Clay County Progress Granny’s Attic is the oldest thrift store in Clay County. It is beside Subway in Hayesville at 200 Highway 64 West.

Thrift shopping around Clay County

News Staff
Wednesday, November 27, 2024
By Lorrie Ross Staff Writer   With Christmas less than one month away, high prices for almost everything stretch gift-giving dollars for most people more than ever. The good news is some local stores offer a variety of new to gently used gift options and the purchases support local charities.