July 18, 2012 THE TOWNS COUNTY HERALD Page 13 Parade...continued from page 1 Fair...continued from page 1 There will be many other best spot to view this historic area’s rich history.” businesses, individuals, and event. While visitors get to the Fair. political entities involved in Bring your lawn chairs experience North Georgia’s “Come visit our brand the parade. or blankets, bottled water, and past first-hand, they also will new Anderson-Paris Park lo- The parade will begin your American pride. be able to listen to tales of cated inside the Fairgrounds,” at Citizens South Bank, make If you are interested in life as it once was from local Thomason said. “It was built its way through town, and end participating in the parade or experts. in honor of Elois Anderson and at the Georgia Mountain Fair- need more information, contact Art lovers will enjoy Dick Paris for their dedication grounds. the Georgia Mountain Fair- strolling through the juried and faithfulness to the city of Get there early to find the grounds at (706) 896-4191. arts and crafts show which is Hiawassee for many years. The set up throughout the Pioneer park consists of a new stage and Village and Craft Village each will be featuring musical per- Bids...continued from page 1 day of the Fair. formers throughout the Fair.” The show features tal- No Fair would be com- strooms and kitchen so it can Superintendent, I saw this ented artisans from around the plete without the smells of be used separately at times mountain tradition re-estab- country. Visitors to the Exhibit hot funnel cakes, sweet cotton when the gymnasium portion lished by neighbors holding Hall will be able to look back candy, and hamburgers cook- is closed. benefits as they came together at the Fair’s history. “This space can be used and raised hundreds of thou- They will see pictures of Waymore’s Outlaws with Tommy Townsend open the Fair. for all types of community sands of dollars over the years many music legends including ing on the grill. The Fair offers and volunteers who help make groups, family reunions, birth- helping their fellow man,” Conway Twitty, Patty Love- all of these food selections in this event possible. This is a day parties, dancing, and card he said. “I want to help keep less, and Alan Jackson who addition to barbecue, smoked wonderful, affordable event for games,” Kendall said. this mountain tradition alive have performed at the Fair, as trout, and many other festival the entire family.” When planning this by making this public facility well as interesting memora- favorites. Event tickets for the Fair space, Kendall said he particu- available for benefits, at no cost bilia from past events. The food booths are run are $5 Gate admission, $10 Mu- larly wanted a place designed to to county residents.” The Exhibit Hall also by local civic organizations sic Show tickets (Gate Admis- accommodate families/groups Commissioner Kendall is home to a large selection and serve as a fund raising tool sion required), $2 parking, and needing a place to hold benefits said this type of facility will of antique farm equipment, for non-profit groups in Towns children under 10 are admitted at no charge. also serve to boost the economy and during the Fair, locals County. free at gate. “I am proud of Towns by allowing the county to will share stories of how the “The Georgia Mountain For a complete listing of County’s mountain tradition of attract conventions by corpo- equipment was once used and Fair is a non-profit organiza- scheduled activities, free admis- helping their neighbors in their rations wishing to come and how vital the equipment was tion, a project of the Towns sion days, free carnival ride time of need due to sickness, enjoy the scenic beauty Towns to farm life. County Lions Club,” Thoma- days, and musical performance death, and extreme medical County has to offer. Thomason extended a son said. “We want to thank times, visit www.GeorgiaMoun- bills,” he said. “In times past, The construction sched- personal invite to visitors to Lee Greenwood all of our Lions Club members tainFairgrounds.com. the proud mountain folks of ule is as follows: concrete this county would come to the poured by Sept. 1, steel de- aid of a neighbor in need due livered by mid October, and to illness or a disaster, whether hopefully having the building Nationals... continued from page 1A it be a house or barn raising, dried in before winter. hard at something pays off. plowing or planting the field, Interested sub-contrac- “I have obtained real gathering corn, cutting tops, tors or suppliers are encour- world experiences and made pulling fodder, or a hog killing aged to attend the July 27th friends to last a lifetime,” she to fill the smoke house for the meeting or they can call the said. w i n t e r. Commissioner’s office at (706) Bleckley will attend “While serving as School 896-2276 with questions. Oglethorpe University in the fall, where she will take her basketball skills to the colle- giate level. Fans salute Glenn Meanwhile, also in San Antonio, TCHS received the prestigious 2012 Hollis and Campbell’s finale Kitty Guy Gold Seal Chapter By Libby Shook Award of Excellence. Towns County Herald This award recognizes [email protected] the top 10 percent of local chapters in the nation of busi- Some people think of ness programs that prepare Friday the 13th as an unlucky students through comprehen- day, but it was only unlucky sive business programs and for those who did not come leadership projects. Towns County’s national FBLA competitors come home happy from San Antonio, Texas. out to the Anderson Music TCHS also received the Hall to witness the incredible Southern Region Market Share In addition to Bleckley, Moss in Word Processing, Duong in Digital Design and Farewell Tour and great talent Award. TCHS had seven other region Claire Wilson in Client Ser- Promotion. of Country Music legend Glenn This award recognized and state winners that earned vice, Lesleigh Irvin in Princi- The Towns County Her- Campbell. TCHS for having 133 mem- their place representing Georgia ples and Procedures, Courtney ald congratulates both Bleckley The show opened with bers in its chapter, which is at this year’s National Leader- Marshall and Eryn Cochran and Lovelady and FBLA on Victoria Ghost, Campbell’s 40 percent of the high school ship Conference. in Desktop Publishing and their incredible accomplish- daughter Ashley (on the banjo) population. They include, McKenzi Courtney Farmer and Thanh ments . and his son Shannon (on the Glenn Campbell electric guitar). The apple cer- had come to put on a show, and tainly doesn’t fall far from what a show it was. the tree in this case, as they The fans adored him and The Chamber’s Business After Hours performed and entertained the they were not bashful about audience with their unique showing their love. By Libby Shook Upcoming events include musical style and harmonious Campbell made reference Towns County Herald Relay for Life, Aug. 18th, at the blend of contemporary, coun- to his time performing as John [email protected] Fairgrounds; and the Chamber- try, and blue grass music. Wayne’s sidekick in the movie The Towns County sponsored Golf 911, Sept. 14th, His son, Cal, was playing True Grit, in which Campbell Chamber of Commerce’s Busi- with a portion of the proceeds the drums. The fans responded sang the title song. ness After Hours was held going to the Towns County Fire with loud rounds of applause. Campbell was hand- at Mountain Watersports in Department. It’s at Brasstown But nothing could compare to picked for this role by John Hiawassee last week with own- Valley Resort. the amazing reception Glenn Wayne himself. ers Charles and Jenny Smith The next Business After Campbell received when he “John Wayne, my gosh, hosting the meeting. Hours meeting will be held walked out on stage and totally what an incredible human be- They provided delicious Aug. 2nd, at Young Harris Col- took command. ing,” said Campbell. finger foods and beverages. lege Dining Hall at 5:30 p.m. Fans immediately crowd- Becoming a bona-fide Everyone enjoyed munching, ed to the stage to snap a picture living legend isn’t as easy as talking, and catching up on of the legend that is Glenn Campbell makes it look. community events. Chatuge Regional Hospital Campbell. First, you have to have Charles and Jenny are “I’m happy to be here in a solid foundation of talent on not new to the water sports partners with Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Hiawassee,” said the 76-year- which to build, like being one scene as they are the previous young Campbell, as he transi- of the finest guitar players in co-owners of Smith Power By Libby Shook tioned quickly into a moving the world. Sports in Hayesville, NC. Towns County Herald rendition of Gentle on my Mind Then you have to record Mountain Watersports [email protected] and the fans showed their love songs that will stand the test of opened its doors in November Chatuge Regional Hos- and appreciation with a stand- time, like Wichita Lineman and 2011. pital has connected with Chil- ing ovation and shouts of “We By the Time I Get to Phoenix. “We offer sales, service, dren’s Healthcare of Atlanta via love you Glenn.” It certainly doesn’t hurt to have rentals, accessories, and parts. Telemedicine.