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Let’s talk Career Technical Education

News Staff
Thursday, February 10, 2022
In last week’s article we defined Career Technical Education and how it has evolved from the vocational classes of the past. I also introduced you to three of the pathways offered at Hayesville High School. This week I am going to talk more about CTE pathways and earning workforce ready credentials.
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Human trafficking is present around the world

News Staff
Thursday, February 10, 2022
Human trafficking is a serious issue that has been present in our world for far too long, unfortunately, there are not any signs pointing to it slowing down. There are many cases of human trafficking around the world, along with the United States.
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National School Counselors Week

News Staff
Thursday, February 10, 2022
National School Counselors Week kicked off on Monday, Jan. 7. Clay County Schools has five dedicated counselors who each shared why they do what they do for the students and families.
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Hacking will be extreme in the Metaverse

News Staff
Thursday, February 10, 2022
If you’ve been on Facebook for any amount of time, chances are that you have either been targeted by or fell victim to scammers.  In 2021, the Federal Trade Commission released a report that stated more than 95,000 reported falling for social media scams, totaling around $770 million in losses.
Commission Chair Randy Nichols and commissioner Dwight Penland review the moratorium that prevents crypto mining in the county for several months.

Commission Chair Randy Nichols and commissioner Dwight Penland review the moratorium that prevents crypto mining in the county for several months.

Crypto mining put on hold in Clay County

News Staff
Thursday, February 10, 2022
Clay County Commissioners adopted a temporary moratorium on crypto mining after a public hearing last week. The move will prevent those kinds of businesses from operating here for a least 61 days, but the moratorium could continue through Aug. 5 before coming back for review.
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Dangers of overcorrecting

News Staff
Monday, February 7, 2022
By Felicia Mull Clay County Fire and Rescue   Overcorrecting a vehicle is a dangerous yet very common misstate made by many drivers especially teenagers or new drivers.

Court coordinator to speak at 'Movers' meeting

News Staff
Thursday, February 3, 2022
By Mark Wolchko Guest Writer   You find yourself in drug court. You need help. Who cares about you? In Enotah Judicial District, a person in this situation would be fortunate to have Barbara Honaker, court coordinator/director at North Enotah Drug Court on your side.
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All households should have a fire escape plan

News Staff
Thursday, February 3, 2022
By: Felicia Mull Clay County Fire and Rescue   If a fire breaks out in your home, you will want the reassurance of knowing that you have planned ahead. You may only have a few minutes to get everyone out, so every second counts.
(Deby Jo Ferguson • Clay County Progress) On Jan. 28 at the game against Murphy, Hayesville High School Principal, Stacy Overland presented the honors of retiring #34 basketball jersey belonging to Zach Cottrell. The jersey will take it’s rightful place in the showcase along with the other retired jerseys and school trophies.

(Deby Jo Ferguson • Clay County Progress) On Jan. 28 at the game against Murphy, Hayesville High School Principal, Stacy Overland presented the honors of retiring #34 basketball jersey belonging to Zach Cottrell. The jersey will take it’s rightful place in the showcase along with the other retired jerseys and school trophies.

Zach Cottrell, 2-time HHS Athlete of the Year No. 34 jersey retired

News Staff
Thursday, February 3, 2022
On Friday, Jan. 28 during games against Murphy, a special honor was given to Zach Cottrell, son of Michael and Jenny Cottrell in retiring his No. 34 jersey. Cottrell was a member of the Yellow Jackets basketball team from 2013-16.
Margaret Windham stands beside the sign welcoming visitors.

Margaret Windham stands beside the sign welcoming visitors.

Margaret Windham: The journey from Coolidge to the mountains

News Staff
Thursday, February 3, 2022
By Marcia Barnes Guest Writer   “I never knew I’d wind up in financial management, but that’s what I grew into in Albany, Ga. I grew up in a farming area in Thomas County, 60 miles south of Albany, the town of Coolidge,” Margaret Windham said.