North Forsyth girls defeat Creekview to reach Raider Classic championship
By: Foster Lander North Forsyth spent much of the first two quarters camped out in Creekview’s half, trying to find a way through the Lady Grizzlies’ packed-in zone defense. The Lady Raiders would...
View ArticleInvestigation ongoing into body found in Lake Lanier at Mary Alice Park
By: Kayla Robins CUMMING — Results from an autopsy on the body of a man that was found Monday morning on the Lake Lanier shoreline at Mary Alice Park are expected Wednesday, authorities said. Park...
View ArticleFrying a turkey this holiday? Forsyth fire officials urge caution
By: Kelly Whitmire FORSYTH COUNTY — Thanksgiving is a day of family celebration, an opportunity to express gratitude for your blessings. However, a day with so much cooking and busyness can also lead...
View ArticleForsyth authorities share travel, shopping safety tips
By: Kayla Robins CUMMING — For those of us who are able to move from the couch after Thursday’s Thanksgiving feast, the Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office has offered some safety tips to make sure our...
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Que’n wraps up fourth — and perhaps final — year in Cumming
By: Kelly Whitmire CUMMING — The head of the National Barbecue Cup: Que’n in Cumming said that this was the event’s best year, but it could also be the last at its current location. The fourth annual...
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Inmate who escaped indicted on previous charges
By: Kayla Robins CUMMING — An escaped inmate who turned himself back in after nearly 48 hours of freedom last month has been indicted on the charges for which he was initially detained. Koby Matthew...
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Authorities: Homeless man drowned in Lake Lanier
By: Kayla Robins CUMMING — The body found Monday morning on the Lake Lanier shoreline at Mary Alice Park has been identified as a 46-year-old homeless man, authorities said. According to the Forsyth...
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Cumming area merchants brace for holiday crowds
By: Kelly Whitmire CUMMING — Friday is the biggest shopping day in Forsyth County and that means a busy day for local merchants. Steve Reed, the store team leader at the Target on Market Place...
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Chestatee serves up community meal
By: Kelly Whitmire NORTH FORSYTH — Students may be off this week, but one northeastern Forsyth County school was full of teachers and students Wednesday. That afternoon, Chestatee Elementary held its...
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Report offers insight on south Forsyth explosives suspect
By: Kayla Robins SOUTH FORSYTH — The Forsyth County Sheriff’s report detailing the recent arrest of a south Forsyth man for possessing a destructive device notes his family described him as having...
View Article2014 Forsyth County News All-County Softball Team
By: Sports Staff 2014 Forsyth County News All-County Softball Team Player of the Year: Savannah Huffstetler, Lambert Pitcher of the Year: Katherine Huey, South Forsyth Coach of the Year: Ronnie Davis,...
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SOFTBALL PLAYER OF THE YEAR: Savannah Huffstetler, Lambert
By: Foster Lander Just how dominant was Forsyth County News softball Player of the Year Savannah Huffstetler in 2014? The Lambert senior shortstop was disappointed to fall one hit shy of a .500 batting...
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SOFTBALL PITCHER OF THE YEAR: Katherine Huey, South Forsyth
By: Brian Paglia A year ago, South Forsyth’s Katherine Huey was thrust into the starting pitcher’s role as a freshman on a team that expected to be a state playoff contender. The Lady War Eagles made...
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Coaches announce 2014 All-Region 6-AAAAAA football team
By: Foster Lander Lambert and South were the only Forsyth County teams to make the playoffs out of Region 6-AAAAAA, so it’s no surprise that the Longhorns and War Eagles led the way on the 2014...
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Georgia lawmakers working on transportation funding
By: Newsroom Staff GAINESVILLE — After hearing largely from constituents for the past few months, a state legislative committee now is ready to huddle over ways Georgia could boost transportation...
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Cumming Library to hold crafting fair Dec. 7
By: Kayla Robins CUMMING — The holiday season is often a busy time of year for hobbyists looking to create gifts and decorations from Thanksgiving to Christmas, but a local library branch wants...
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Forsyth state patrol post holding toy drive
By: Kayla Robins Law enforcement and public safety agencies in Forsyth County want to join in the season of giving. The Georgia State Patrol Post 37 is opening a month-long drive in support of the...
View ArticleMurder case with Forsyth ties back to lower court after appeal
By: Kayla Robins FULTON COUNTY — In a murder case with Forsyth County ties, a man who pleaded guilty to killing and dismembering another man over a $250 drug debt will have a second chance to argue...
View ArticleNorth Forsyth boys basketball turns the page on last season
By: Foster Lander Consider this: through seven games and two weeks of the 2014 season, North Forsyth boys basketball has won more games—three—than it did in 26 tries in 2013. Granted, the Raiders could...
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‘A Christmas Carol’ runs through Dec. 21 at Playhouse
By: Newsroom Staff CUMMING — Those in need of a little Christmas spirit may want to check out the newest production on the Cumming Playhouse stage. Beginning Nov. 28, Gypsy Theatre Company presents its...
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