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As the Holidays approach, local businesses, non-profits and agencies are working to reach out to those in need within their communities.

North Georgia Organizations Seek Donations, Volunteers Ahead of Holiday Season

Lawson Smith, Staff Writer November 12, 2024

With the holidays just around the corner, several local agencies, businesses and non-profits are collecting donations to give back to communities throughout North Georgia.  Many organizations officially...

Sam Morgan (left) and the short film's star, Mick Pereira (right) hold the award for "Best Comedy" at the All American High School Film Festival.

Gainesville Filmmaker Wins “Best Comedy” at All American High School Film Festival

Lawson Smith, Staff Writer November 5, 2024

A Gainesville-based filmmaker recently took home an award at the 2024 All American High School Film Festival’s Teen Indie Awards.    Director Sam Morgan and his team were presented the “Best...

While anyone can struggle with financial literacy, Kahmilah Williams, Ph. D. said college students often face challenges with maintaining debt and saving money. She provided her best tips to get started with understanding finances as a young adult.

UNG Professor Shares Financial Advice for College Students

Lawson Smith, Staff Writer October 29, 2024

As young adults begin to plan ahead for their financial future, one professor at the University of North Georgia’s Mike Cottrell College of Business shared her advice for students looking to save money.  Kahmilah...

 Auxiliary Services at the University of North Georgia hosted “Name–That–Shuttle events on Oct. 8 and Oct. 10 to encourage students to suggest new names for UNG shuttle services.

UNG Shuttle Needs A New Name

Lawson Smith, Staff Writer October 10, 2024

The University of North Georgia’s shuttle services are set to get a rebrand in 2025.  UNG Auxillary Services hosted  “Name-That-Shuttle” events on the Dahlonega and Gainesville campuses throughout...

 Former Georgia Governor Nathan Deal  read to students at Sandra Dunagan Deal Elementary School on Oct. 8.

Georgia Celebrates Pre-K Programs Across the State

Lawson Smith, Staff Writer October 10, 2024

Representatives in Georgia celebrated Pre-K Week in Public schools throughout the week of Oct. 7.  Georgia Pre-K Week celebrates the state’s voluntary program that is available for free to all four-year-olds...

Campus Recreation and Wellness at the University of North Georgia will put a spotlight on Breast Cancer Awareness Month with two Pink Out events in October.

University of North Georgia to Recognize Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October

Lawson Smith, Staff Writer September 27, 2024

The University of North Georgia will observe Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October with Pink Out events on two of its campuses.  UNG Campus Recreation and Wellness will hold the event on the Dahlonega...

The Georgia State Patrol Department of Public Safety brought its mobile driving simulator to the University of North Georgia's Gainesville Campus on Sept. 16.

Driving a Mile in Their Shoes: GSP Offers Driving Safety Simulation

Lawson Smith, Staff Writer September 24, 2024

Students at the University of North Georgia’s Gainesville campus learned about the dangers of distracted driving with a simulation provided by the Georgia State Patrol Department of Public Safety.  In...

 Young Americans for Freedom chapter at the University of North Georgia planted 2,977 American flags on the Gainesville Campus in honor of 9/11.

Young Americans for Freedom Plants Nearly 3,000 American flags in Honor of 9/11

Lawson Smith, Staff Writer September 10, 2024

The Young Americans for Freedom chapter at the University of North Georgia planted nearly 3,000 American flags on the Gainesville Campus in remembrance of 9/11.  Sponsored by the Young America’s...

UNG Career Services will cut the ribbon on Nigel's Career Closet on the Gainesville Campus on Sept. 18.

UNG Gainesville Unveil Nigel’s Career Closet

Lawson Smith, Staff Writer September 10, 2024

The University of North Georgia will soon cut the ribbon on Nigel’s Career Closet on the Gainesville Campus.  Provided by UNG Career Services, Nigel’s Career Closet is located at the front of the...

The Dance Fit class is offered Wednesdays at 5 p.m. at the Hugh Mills Physical Education Center on the University of North Georgia's Gainesville Campus.

Fitness is Dancing its Way to UNG Gainesville

Lawson Smith, Staff Writer September 3, 2024

The University of North Georgia’s Campus Wellness and Recreation is encouraging all Nighthawks to dance their way to an active lifestyle by bringing a popular Dahlonega Campus group exercise class to...

The University of North Georgia’s Fraternity and Sorority life held Greek-A-Palooza on Aug. 22, 2024, on the Dahlonega Campus’ Drill Field.

It’s a New Era for UNG Greek Life

Lawson Smith, Staff Writer August 27, 2024

As Greek life recruitment nears at the University of North Georgia, each fraternity and sorority met prospective members during Greek-A-Palooza on Aug. 22 on the Dahlonega Campus Drill Field.   The...

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