Chattahoochee Tech has graduated its first female welding graduate from the Jasper campus. Courtney Garner of Acworth spoke with us about her career aspirations and what it's like being a woman in a man's world in this week's print edition. Page 20A
Habitat breaks ground on house number 12, plans warehouse sale this Saturday
Pickens' chapter of the non-profit Habitat for Humanity has been forging ahead: breaking ground on one new house, plus picking families for upcoming project. The group will also hold a warehouse sale, Sept. 11th. For more information see pages 9A and 15A.
The much anticipated annual community book sale is coming this weekend. All proceeds will benefit the Pickens County Library. Details about the event can be found on Page 6A.
Businesses that create jobs can get tax breaks here. Learn how on the the front page.
USED BOOK SALE GOING ON NOW - - Book lovers get out your wallets because the annual community book sale is underway. Visit the Appalachian Campus of Chattahoochee Technical College today from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. or Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. All proceeds will benefit the Pickens County Library.