Fourth of July activities in Union County - 06/30/07 07:33 AM
12:00 p.m. - Nottely Marina Boat Parade Judging for the annual July 4 boat parade will begin at 11:30 a.m. at Nottley Marina, located just north of Blairsville on Hwy. 129. At 12:00 p.m., trophies will be given out to the winning boats and the parade will begin. The parade typically … (2 comments)
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What is Private Mortgage Insurance? (PMI) Part I - 06/29/07 09:38 PM
Private mortgage insurance (PMI) is often a necessary expense that companies buying a house with less than 20 percent down in cash. PMI allows you to purchase a home with a small down payment and helps the lender resell your mortgage the secondary market to an institutional investor.
PMI is additional insurance … (1 comments)
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15 Tips to Protect Your House Against Fire - 06/29/07 09:22 PM
I accumulated these 15 Tips to Protect Your House Against Fire from several sources.
THROUGHOUT THE HOUSE:
1. Replace electrical cords at the first sign of cracks or damage.
2. Use only one extension cord at a time, and don’t plug more than one into an electrical outlet. 3. Make sure … (3 comments)
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How to Avoid the 8 Most Common Home Buying Errors - 06/29/07 09:15 PM
Shopping for a new home is an emotional experience. It is, however, also a business transaction, and must be treated as such. Three of the most devastating things that can go wrong are:
Paying too much
Losing a dream home to another buyer
Buying the wrong home
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Epworth to hold annual 4th of July Festivities - 06/29/07 09:06 PM
Epworth to hold annual festivitiesEpworth’s annual Fourth of July celebration will start at the Epworth Campus with a pancake breakfast from 8 to 10 a.m. then come down to the park for family fun. There will be bingo, a dunking tank, old fashioned hay rides, face painting, a country store, cake … (0 comments)
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Albuquerque is For Horse Lovers - 06/29/07 01:51 AM
The true Southwest awaits you in Albuquerque, New Mexico. There are many ways you can immerse yourself in the rich culture and heritage, rooted in centuries of history. You can enjoy blue skies and sun that shines 310 days a year- perfect for outdoor activities. Albuquerque, NM is a destination like … (0 comments)
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St. Louis, Missouri - "Mound City" and Gateway to the West - 06/27/07 02:38 PM
"Mound City" has much to offer People tend to think that St. Louis is in Missouri, but geographically St. Louis is in the area between the Ozark uplift of southern Missouri and the synclinal basin of central Illinois.
Saint Louis area's main attraction then, and still a major attraction now, … (0 comments)
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Facts about Asbestos... - 06/26/07 11:58 AM
Recently I had to deal with a house that was suspected of having asbestos. I had to do a lot of research so here are some basic facts that I thought I would share with you.
What is Asbestos?
Asbestos is a silicate mineral made up of tiny fibres. When it is … (1 comments)
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Top 10 Ways to Prepare your Home for Vacation - 06/23/07 10:45 PM
Also Titled - Preparing House for Extended Leave
Before you leave for an extended vacation, consider preparing your house for extended vacation with these precautions:
1. Don’t leave house keys in outside hiding places. Give a key to a friend or neighbor and be sure to leave your vacation … (0 comments)
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Grand Opening of Amicalola Deer Park - 06/21/07 02:30 PM
Amicalola Deer Park Grand Opening
The grand opening of Amicalola Deer Park at Rainbow Nation in Dawsonville will take place this weekend, beginning June 22 at 5 p.m. Games, food, arts and crafts, and live music and entertainment will be available. Contact Sean Smith at (706) 265-4278.
ion - 1 day … (0 comments)
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Unique Civil War Memobralia - 06/20/07 06:49 AM
Rescuing a Piece of Romantic History - 7/1 - 7/31/2007 at 9 am - 5 pm Sweetheart jewelry, mementos from the Civil War given from soldiers to their loved ones, will be on display during July. This loan from The National Museum of Patriotism is part of the largest collection … (0 comments)
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Rabbit show to be held at fairgrounds - 06/19/07 11:38 PM
There will be a rabbit show on Saturday, June 23 at 2 p.m. at the Kiwanis Blue Ridge Fairgrounds. Trophies and ribbons will be awarded. No pre-registration or entry fee is required and is open to all youth and adults.
There will be a question and answer session and lectures on various … (0 comments)
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7 Ways Owner Financing Benefits Buyer and Sellers - 06/19/07 11:32 PM
About 20% of the houses sold in the U.S. involve some form of owner financing. Without a lot of the technical terminology, here are some simple facts.
As the buyer:
1. You can secure a property for which you may not qualify for financing through a bank, even though from all … (0 comments)
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7 Tips to Selling Your Home in The Spring and Summer - 06/17/07 08:53 AM
If you could sell your home under ideal conditions, your life and that of your real estate agent would be much easier. But that’s not always possible. Even though summer is traditionally a period of high sales activity, certain conditions can make a summer home sale difficult. If you hope to … (0 comments)
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3 Quick Ways to Lower your Home Insurance Premiums - 06/17/07 08:48 AM
According to the National Association of Insurance Commissioners, you can save money on your home insurance premiums by installing these safety features:
An approved burglar system, for a saving of up to 15 percent.An approved indoor sprinkler system, for a saving of 8 percent. Deadbolt locks on exterior doors, for … (0 comments)
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Georgia Heritage Center for the Arts - Mountain Heritage Arts Tour - 06/15/07 10:38 PM
Mountain Heritage Arts Tour - 6/22 - 6/24/2007 at 10 am - 5 pm Showcases art in the making along scenic routes in Rabun, Habersham and White Counties in the Northeast Georgia Mountains. See artists working in studios, galleries, country inns, restaurants and wineries in this self guided driving tour. Start … (0 comments)
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Appalachian Jam - 7/7 & 7/14 & 7/21 & 7/28/2007 at 2-6 pm - Square in Dahlonega - 06/15/07 10:34 PM
Appalachian Jam - 7/7 & 7/14 & 7/21 & 7/28/2007 at 2-6 pm Come and listen to the sounds and songs of yesteryear. North Georgia's mountain music singers and pickers will appear on the grounds of the historic Dahlonega Gold Museum. Enjoy acoustic and old-time strings as the sounds of … (0 comments)
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Summer Bird Walk to Be Held! - 06/15/07 10:25 PM
A bird walk is scheduled for Saturday, June 16, from 7:45 to 10 a.m. at the Fannin County Park. Expect to see local breeding birds - bluebirds, warblers, tanagers, vireos, swallows and sparrows. Meet at 7:45 a.m. at the Blue Ridge Bird Seed Co., 611 East Main Street in downtown Blue … (0 comments)
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Family Day Independence Day - 7/4/2007 at 10 am - 10 pm - 06/13/07 11:00 PM
Family Day Independence Day - 7/4/2007 at 10 am - 10 pm Fun for the whole family all day on the Historic town square followed by one of North Georgia's most impressive fireworks shows. Fireworks show will be held Lumpkin County High school at dusk. Free Phone: 706-864-3513 - Location: Dahlonega … (0 comments)
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Georgia Mountain Fair - 7/18 - 7/29/2007 - 06/13/07 10:57 PM
Georgia Mountain Fair - 7/18 - 7/29/2007 - Mon-Fri: 10 am – 8 pm & Sat: 9 AM – 8 PM & Sunday 9 AM – 6 PM First class musical performances, fun carnival rides and more. Pioneer Village is a replica of how the ole mountain towns used to be. … (0 comments)
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Mountain Top Rodeo - R-Ranch in Dahlonega - 06/13/07 10:51 PM
Mountain Top Rodeo - 6/22 - 6/23/2007 at 6-10 pm Enjoy this year's world-class competitive action, with the breathtaking beauty of it's North Georgia Mountain location. Non-stop action, hilarious antics, and more fun than you can handle! Midway, which houses the vendors and exhibitors, opens at 6 pm. while the events … (0 comments)
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Wildlife Adds Value - 06/11/07 06:18 PM
Larger, more remote tracts offer opportunities for hunting, but even an acre or less can be enhanced by the presence of wildlife. The aesthetic appeal of nature’s creatures can be subtle or dramatic. A glimpse of a deer browsing at dawn, the cheerful melody of songbirds, butterflies flitting among the flowers, … (1 comments)
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Young Harris College’s Rollins Planetarium Opens New Show! - 06/10/07 06:37 AM
The new Friday night public show for June and July at Young Harris College’s Rollins Planetarium will be Skies Over Georgia. Find out what’s in the sky tonight in this live starshow featuring constellations, planets and other interesting sky objects currently visible from the beautiful north Georgia mountain region. No matter … (1 comments)
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Holly Children's Theatre presents Pinocchio Live On Stage, June 15-17 - 06/08/07 07:48 PM
The Holly Children's Theatre presents Pinocchio Live On Stage, June 15-17, complete with puppetry sing-along, make-a-puppet workshops, and a live stage show with audience participation.Shows run at 7 p.m. June 15-16 and 2 p.m. June 16-17. All shows will be on the mainstage of the Holly Theatre and are presented by … (2 comments)
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Special Scenic Train Ride to be held June 16th. - 06/08/07 02:13 PM
On Saturday, June 16, 2007, from 4 to 7:30 p.m. gather at the train depot in historic downtown Blue Ridge for a special ride hosted by the Fannin County American Red Cross Disaster Assistance Team. Tickets are $20 for adults and $15 for children ages 12 and under. The barbecue bagged … (1 comments)
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Copper Hill Abandoned mine sites tours to be held - 06/08/07 02:07 PM
On-site tours of remediation efforts undertaken by Glenn Springs Holdings in a cooperative effort with the State of Tennessee and EPA of the abandoned Tennessee Chemical Co. property and Fourth Fractional Township property will be on June 28 and 29 and July 2 and 3, 2007, beginning at 9 a.m., 11 … (1 comments)
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Mountain Bike Race in Ellijay - 06/08/07 01:44 PM
Dedicated mountain bikers from Gilmer County and beyond will converge on Fort Mountain State Park in Chatsworth Sunday, June 10. The challenging race in which they will be competing is the fifth leg in the Georgia State Championship mountain biking series and its course is said to be known for its … (1 comments)
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5 Indications of Dangerous Wiring - 06/07/07 03:24 PM
According to Studies, 39,000 homes catch fire each year as the result of faulty wiring or other electrical problems. Watch for these indications of danger: * A circuit breaker that trips repeatedly * Loose-fitting electric plugs in outlets * Dimming of lights when you turn on a particular appliance * … (0 comments)
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5 Precautions to Avoid Lead Poisoning - 06/06/07 06:24 PM
If you live in a house or apartment built before 1978, you and your family could be exposed to lead-based paint and its health risks. Such paint is a hazard if chipped, cracked or turning chalky. Painting over it won’t eliminate the problem.If you think there may be lead-based paint … (0 comments)
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181 Mountain Peak Road, Blue Ridge, GA >> Log Home - 06/05/07 05:17 AM
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6 ways to Establish a Mouse Free Zone - 06/05/07 05:15 AM
In addition to the damage they can do to stored foodstuff and other items, creating unsanitary conditions and spreading disease, mice are among the top culprits in many house fires because they chew on electrical wires inside the walls. Follow these 6 recommendations to establish a mouse-free zone: 1. Check … (5 comments)
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Your LeHigh Valley Pros - 06/02/07 04:56 PM
Looking to Relocate to Easton, Bethlehem or Nazareth Pennsylvania Area? Here are your experts! Jill and Ron Fuhrer are Realtors with children, who are active in sports, school, church and the YMCA they understand that is a very personal decision that involves taking into account the needs of the entire family. Its not … (0 comments)
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Your Albuquerque Professional - 06/02/07 04:30 PM
I recently came across a very website especially if you are interested in Albuquerque Country Real Estate including country homes, estates, horse properties, or other rural and suburban Real Estate around Albuquerque or Santa Fe? Choices Realty specializes in working with the buyers and sellers of charming and picturesque homes and … (0 comments)
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