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Massive Wins: School Success, Alleged Deception Uncovered, Cook-Off Fun, and Heartwarming Adoptions! 🏆🔍🍴🐶
Massive Wins: School Success, Alleged Deception Uncovered, Cook-Off Fun, and Heartwarming Adoptions! 🏆🔍🍴🐶
Massive Wins: School Success, Alleged Deception Uncovered, Cook-Off Fun, and Heartwarming Adoptions! 🏆🔍🍴🐶
Exciting News: School System Gains, Homeowners Set Free, Local Government Insights, Recipe Contest & Sweet Pets in Need!
Patrick Garrett
Sep 8, 2025
Trivia Question❓What actor from the hit tv show "Lost" attended Cherokee High School? Answer at the bottom of the newsletter |
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The Cherokee County School District has shown substantial progress in student achievement, highlighted by improved scores on the latest Georgia Milestones Assessments.
For the 2024–2025 school year, CCSD saw gains in 19 of 27 categories, marking ten consecutive years of outpacing state averages across all subjects.
Impressive growth was seen in high school Algebra I, fourth grade English Language Arts, and fifth grade Mathematics, demonstrating the powerful impact of dedicated teachers.
Mathematics scores rose in six out of seven areas, with notable jumps in fifth, seventh, and eighth grades, plus Algebra I.
English Language Arts improved especially in fourth and seventh grade, while Reading increased in five out of seven categories.
Science boosted performance at every level, and Social Studies saw significant gains in eighth grade.
Fifteen schools were honored for literacy and math excellence—with four excelling in both—solidifying CCSD’s reputation for academic excellence and well-rounded student success. Read More... |
Attorney General Chris Carr of Georgia has secured a court order terminating all contracts between MV Realty and consumers who were misled by the company. The order follows an investigation revealing that MV Realty engaged in deceptive practices while providing real estate services to consumers. The company is also required to pay restitution to affected consumers. This action serves to protect consumers from further harm and hold MV Realty accountable for their deceptive behavior. Read More... |
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Know Your Local Government |
Board of Tax Assessors
The Cherokee Board of Tax Assessors consists of appointed members that serve six years terms. Under Georgia law the board must consist of at least three members, but no more than five. Cherokee County has five members currently. All members must be at least 21 years old and have graduated high school. Each member must also attend 40 hours of appraisal training and an additional 40 hours every two years.
Interestingly, a member is not required to have lived in Cherokee County prior to being appointed to serve on Board of Tax Assessors, they only have to establish residence here within six months of their appointment.
The Board's primary responsibility is to determine property values within the county. The Board also maintains the tax digest for Cherokee County. It has four different departments that align with the property types that are subject to taxation: Personal Property, Commercial, Residential, Rural.
Important to know:
Valuation of your property is what determines how much in taxes you pay, not just on your home, but also your business and personal property. If you believe you are paying to much in taxes each year, it could be due to your property being incorrectly valued. You have the right to challenge and appeal the valuation that the tax assessor's office assigns to your home and other property. The Board of Tax Assessors will review appeals and make decisions on the challenge.
Helpful Tip:
You have free access to the very same Appraisal Procedure Manual that the members of the Cherokee County Board of Tax Assessors and tax assessor's office use. |
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Party Going Doctor Delivers Baby In His Underwear
Burning Man is known for art cars, dust storms, and fire-breathing sculptures—but this year, it also hosted something no one saw coming: a surprise baby delivery.
A Utah woman attending the festival went into labor inside her RV, despite never realizing she was pregnant. Doctors later confirmed she experienced a rare cryptic pregnancy, where the usual signs of pregnancy are so subtle they fly under the radar until—well, delivery day.
Luckily, fate (and festival chaos) had her back. An OB-GYN attendee rushed over—reportedly still in his underwear—to help bring the baby into the world. Talk about radical self-reliance!
Other odd incidents at this year’s Burn included a man meditating when a Tesla Cybertruck allegedly struck him and a possible electrocution from a puddle encounter. Still, nothing quite tops a dust-covered desert baby as the ultimate festival souvenir. |
Joke Of The Day |
Why did the chicken move to Georgia? Because it heard the southern hospitality was egg-cellent! |
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24th Annual Patriot Day Ceremony in Cherokee County
The event will be emceed by Battalion Chief Michael Sims and the keynote speaker will be Cherokee County District Attorney, Susan K. Treadaway. Music will be performed by the Cherokee High School Band of Warriors and the Cherokee County Multi-Agency Honor Guard will present the colors.
The event is rain or shine, and open to the public. In tradition, all public safety and law enforcement agencies in Cherokee County will participate in the wreath presentation |
Touch-A-Truck
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Taste & Brews Fall Festival
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Arsenic and Old Lace” — Cherokee Theatre Company
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Secret Little Hack |
Visit the Hickory Flat Library for free access to various online resources, including language learning programs and research databases. |
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The Cherokee County School District is hosting a Parent Recipe Contest for the year 2025. The contest aims to motivate parents to get involved in creating healthy and delicious meals for their children. Parents are encouraged to submit their favorite recipes that can be easily prepared and are nutritious. This initiative is ideal for high school students looking to improve their understanding of nutrition and healthy eating habits. The contest provides an opportunity for parents to contribute to their child's school nutrition program and promote overall wellness. Read More... |
Adoptable Pet of the Week |
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David, an eight-year-old white dog, was abandoned at the shelter with his sibling, Goliath.
❤️ Wrap Up
Thanks for joining us this week, Cherokee County friends! We love bringing you the stories, events, and little joys that make our community shine. If you found something to smile about, pass it along—share this newsletter with your friends, family, and neighbors. Let’s spread the local love far and wide! 👍
Warm regards,
The 575 Insider Newsletter Team 📬
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💡 Answer to Trivia Question: Josh Holloway |