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(Travis Dockery • Clay County Progress) “Big Sexy” Brandon Overton proudly shows of his reward for winning the 16th Tarheel 50 at Tri County Racetrack.

(Travis Dockery • Clay County Progress) “Big Sexy” Brandon Overton proudly shows of his reward for winning the 16th Tarheel 50 at Tri County Racetrack.

Brandon Overton tames Tri County

News Staff
Thursday, October 17, 2019
Brandon Overton added his name to the prestigious list of winners of the Tarheel 50 as he dominated the 53-lapper earning him $10,053 for the victory Friday, Oct. 11 at Tri County Racetrack in Brasstown.
(Lorrie Ross • Clay County Progress) The pumpkin pie eating contests held at 2:30 p.m. each day are popular for all ages. Young and old are cheered on as they each eat their way through a pumpkin pie, covered with whipped cream.

(Lorrie Ross • Clay County Progress) The pumpkin pie eating contests held at 2:30 p.m. each day are popular for all ages. Young and old are cheered on as they each eat their way through a pumpkin pie, covered with whipped cream.

Pumpkins will fly

Lorrie Ross - staff writer
Thursday, October 17, 2019
Cool weather should make for a great 11th annual Clay County Punkin Chunkin. If you have never seen a pumpkin fly, Punkin Chunkin is your chance.
Catamount Sports

Catamount Sports

Volleyball Welcomes The Citadel, Wofford This Weekend

Guest Writer
Thursday, October 10, 2019
After playing its first four Southern Conference matches away from the friendly confines of the Ramsey Center, the Western Carolina volleyball team returns home this weekend to face The Citadel on Friday and Wofford on Saturday in a pair of 6 p.m. contests.
Wikki Commons photo

Wikki Commons photo

September Net Tax Revenue Up 0.7%

News Staff
Thursday, October 10, 2019
The State of Georgia’s net tax collections in September totaled roughly $2.25 billion for an increase of $15.7 million, or 0.7 percent, compared to last year when net tax collections totaled $2.23 billion. Year-to-date, net tax revenue collections totaled $5.83 billion for an increase of $21.
Gov. Roy Cooper

Gov. Roy Cooper

Gov. Cooper Signs Bill Into Law

News Staff
Thursday, October 10, 2019
Governor Cooper signed the following bill into law Wednesday, Oct.9 House Bill 283: Conner's Law Following the signing of this piece of legislation, Gov. Cooper called Trooper Conner's wife, Miranda, to inform her that this bill is now law.
2019 Apple Festival Magazine

2019 Apple Festival Magazine

Welcome to the 48th Annual Georgia Apple Festival!

Regional Wire Content
Thursday, October 10, 2019
This year's magazine is full of great information about the variety of things to do and see in the area this fall season! Find information about the Apple Festival itself, other area festivals, our rivers, mountains, apple houses, vineyards, complete with maps and details on how to find them.
Brian McCann announced his retirement from the Braves after a disappointing Game 5 loss Wednesday. Associated Press photo

Brian McCann announced his retirement from the Braves after a disappointing Game 5 loss Wednesday. Associated Press photo

Braves' McCann says good bye after crushing Game 5 loss

Regional Wire Content
Thursday, October 10, 2019
   Marietta, Ga. – He broke in the majors as a rookie with Atlanta in 2005, making a splash with the "Baby Braves" by homering off Roger Clemens in Game 2 of the NLDS during his inaugural campaign.    Now, Brian McCann has come full circle.
St. Louis Cardinals’ Tommy Edman doubles to score teammates Marcell Ozuna and Yadier Molina during the first inning of Game 5 of the National League Division Series baseball game against the Atlanta Braves on Wednesday in Atlanta. John Bazemore/Associated Press

St. Louis Cardinals’ Tommy Edman doubles to score teammates Marcell Ozuna and Yadier Molina during the first inning of Game 5 of the National League Division Series baseball game against the Atlanta Braves on Wednesday in Atlanta. John Bazemore/Associated Press

A series of unfortunate events

Regional Wire Content
Thursday, October 10, 2019
Marietta, Ga. – Ten runs on five hits. And that was just in the top of the first.
This Giardia parasite might live in the gut of anyone who drinks untreated water. Photo courtesy of Center for Disease Control

This Giardia parasite might live in the gut of anyone who drinks untreated water. Photo courtesy of Center for Disease Control

Think before you drink creek water

Regional Wire Content
Thursday, October 10, 2019
“The best water in the world rolls off lizard backs.” This is a common refrain in areas where the water runs clear and seemingly pure, but folk wisdom fails to account for the variety of RWIs (recreational water illnesses), that humans can catch from drinking untreated water.