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July 25, 2008 RSS feed / Local News

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LIGHTNING RODS? - Lightning knocked over two giant oak trees Monday evening behind the home of McKown's Mountain resident Lewis Moss. More...

Children's home gets $500 from Lighthouse

By JOE L. HUGHES II Ledger Staff Writer joe@gaffneyledger.com

While those traveling on Floyd Baker Boulevard only see the ever-changing menu selections at the Lighthouse Restaurant, the local eatery is out to prove it is not your average restaurant. More...

Parents, teachers and students say single-gender classes are effective

By SCOTT POWELL Ledger Staff Writer spowell@gaffneyledger.com

Ewing Middle and Mary Bramlett Elementary were on the cutting edge when the schools decided to teach boys and girls separately a year ago. More...

County agrees to provide funds for Rock Springs water project

By LARRY HILLIARD Ledger Staff Writer larry@gaffneyledger.com

Cherokee Council appropriated $50,000 Monday to bring more much-needed public water to the Rock Springs Community. The request was made by Blacksburg officials, Cherokee County Interim Administrator Ben Clary said. More...

Rotary club names new board members

The Gaffney Rotary Club held its weekly meeting on July 15th with President Phil Orr presiding. President Orr announced new Board members for 2008- 2009 are Theresa Cobb, Christa Smith and Daryl Smith. More...

Angry motorist attacks pedestrian

The Cherokee County Sheriff's Office is investigating an early Wednesday morning incident during which a 34-year-old man walking along Old Georgia Highway allegedly was assaulted by an angry motorist. More...

788 enrolled in year-round schools

By SCOTT POWELL Ledger Staff Writer spowell@gaffneyledger.com

Nearly 800 students were enrolled Wednesday when year-round schools finished their tenth day of classes. Luther Vaughan Elementary had 281 students, according to a 10-day enrollment report released by the district. More...

Limestone starts major writing program this fall

By SCOTT POWELL Ledger Staff Writer spowell@gaffneyledger.com

Limestone College will start a major student writing program this fall as part of efforts to maintain its accreditation. Limestone is preparing for a visit in October from educators with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. More...

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PADDLE HARDER! - Keefier Sims and Jamal Littlejohn compete in a canoe race Saturday during a series of pool games held at Irene Pool. More...

Vendors sought for 'Shindig' concerts

The City of Gaffney is currently seeking food and beverage vendors for the upcoming Fall Shindig at the Cabin Concert Series. More...

Chamber's list of civic clubs now available

The Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce has recently updated its list of Civic Clubs and the Cherokee County Industrial Directory. List of Civic Clubs is free of charge and can be picked up at the Chamber office between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. More...