Photo courtesy of Sky Valley Mayor Benita Cotton-Orr. To honor those lives lost during the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, volunteers placed  2,977 flags on the lawn at Sky Valley City Hall, commemorating the innocent victims of the terrorist attacks. People locally and nationally will take a moment Friday to reflect back 25 years ago.

Photo courtesy of Sky Valley Mayor Benita Cotton-Orr. To honor those lives lost during the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, volunteers placed 2,977 flags on the lawn at Sky Valley City Hall, commemorating the innocent victims of the terrorist attacks. People locally and nationally will take a moment Friday to reflect back 25 years ago.

Remembering Sept. 11, 2001

The 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on United States soil brings somber memories for Americans who remember the heartbreaking event as it unfolded like something never seen before.
City of Clayton, Ga. logo.

City of Clayton, Ga. logo.

Paving for progress

Clayton city council members approved several paving quotes from Howard’s Precision Paving LLC for...
The Clayton Tribune archives. Over 100 people gathered in front of the Rabun County Courthouse during the National Day of Prayer Friday, Sept. 14, 2001, in remembrance of the victims of the Sept. 11, 2001 attacks, which had happened just one week prior.

The Clayton Tribune archives. Over 100 people gathered in front of the Rabun County Courthouse during the National Day of Prayer Friday, Sept. 14, 2001, in remembrance of the victims of the Sept. 11, 2001 attacks, which had happened just one week prior.

Never forget

There’s something to be said about the power of prayer, especially when a country comes together...
Dr. Guy Gober, Guest Columnist

Dr. Guy Gober, Guest Columnist

The story of a great man

I recently had the pleasure to sit with Jennifer Marcellino. She and I started the same day, Aug.
Enoch Autry/The Clayton Tribune. Senior running back JK Fruster goes in for the first of his three rushing touchdowns as the Wildcats move to 2-0 on the season.

Enoch Autry/The Clayton Tribune. Senior running back JK Fruster goes in for the first of his three rushing touchdowns as the Wildcats move to 2-0 on the season.

Awesome thrill in Dawsonville

Rabun County’s 35-21 road victory over Class 4A Dawson County on Sept.
Faces & Places

Faces & Places

Faces & Places

The Clayton Tribune's "Faces & Places" contest gives you the opportunity to match up local members...
Lake Chatuge Recreation Department. Runners complete the Lake Chatuge Recreation Area loop along the Hiawassee Half Marathon route. The event this year is March 14.

Lake Chatuge Recreation Department. Runners complete the Lake Chatuge Recreation Area loop along the Hiawassee Half Marathon route. The event this year is March 14.

Hiawassee announces inaugural half marathon & 5K on March 14

Looking for a fitness goal to kick off healthy habits in 2026?
Photo courtesy of Sky Valley Mayor Benita Cotton-Orr. To honor those lives lost during the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, volunteers placed  2,977 flags on the lawn at Sky Valley City Hall, commemorating the innocent victims of the terrorist attacks. People locally and nationally will take a moment Friday to reflect back 25 years ago.

Photo courtesy of Sky Valley Mayor Benita Cotton-Orr. To honor those lives lost during the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, volunteers placed 2,977 flags on the lawn at Sky Valley City Hall, commemorating the innocent victims of the terrorist attacks. People locally and nationally will take a moment Friday to reflect back 25 years ago.

The 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on United States soil brings somber memories for Americans who remember the heartbreaking event as it unfolded like something never seen before. “On September 11, 2001, 19 terrorists who were members of al-Qaeda, an Islamist…
****This article has been updated since press time.****Rabun County commissioners continue to ensure the protection of local resources following a recent announcement by Demorest officials that they would not pursue Tallulah Falls property that has been under consideration as a potential location…
Clayton city council members approved several paving quotes from Howard’s Precision Paving LLC for city streets during the regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 8. Officials said the funding will come from Transportation Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (TSPLOST). The business…
There’s something to be said about the power of prayer, especially when a country comes together after a horrific event. Powerful prayers were being said by Rabun Countians following the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center in New York and the Pentagon that shocked the…
Remember the ordinary, if you can. Remember how normal New York City seemed at sunrise yesterday, as beautiful a morning as ever dawns in early September. The polls had opened for a primary election, and if the day seemed unusual in any way, that was the reason -- the collective awareness that the…
I recently had the pleasure to sit with Jennifer Marcellino. She and I started the same day, Aug. 1, 1990, at Ridgecrest Hospital in Clayton Georgia. She had an advantage. Her father owned the hospital. He also owned Kingwood golf course, the radio station, and was a county commissioner. … That…
When affordability issues arise, they are often looked at in five areas, as I noted in my last column: housing, childcare, health care, education, and food/nutrition. An important point – I am 89 years old, plus a few months. Never in my life, not even one night, have I been homeless. I have…
I don’t know about you, but my God is about to get even bigger and my theological beliefs even more challenging thanks to, of all people, Elon Musk. His company, SpaceX, has just launched a rocket with a telescope the size of a bus for NASA that is headed to outer space more than 1 million miles…
Did you know that September is Suicide Prevention Month? And are you aware that today (Sept. 10) is World Suicide Prevention Day? If you are then you are either in the mental health field like me, or you have experienced this tragedy in your own life. I have helped many individuals and…
Parents and grandparents often ask me the same deeply personal question: “Who will care for my child or grandchild when I no longer can?” The answer begins with a plan—one that protects the person, preserves financial assistance when possible, and gives future caregivers clear guidance.Good…
File photo/Megan Horn/The Clayton Tribune. The City of Sky Valley is inviting community members to participate in this year’s Hay Bale Trail. The city can accommodate the first 30 entries. The deadline to sign up to participate is Sept. 21. This hay bale was decorated by Bartram Trail Conservancy in 2024.

File photo/Megan Horn/The Clayton Tribune. The City of Sky Valley is inviting community members to participate in this year’s Hay Bale Trail. The city can accommodate the first 30 entries. The deadline to sign up to participate is Sept. 21. This hay bale was decorated by Bartram Trail Conservancy in 2024.

The first day of Fall is coming up on Tuesday, Sept. 22, and it’s that time of year for Sky Valley’s famous and unique Hay Bale Trail. The hay bales can be spotted throughout the City of Sky Valley as residents and visitors enjoy the beautiful fall decorations. It travels through city limits…
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