*What started as a response to a house fire in Barrow County recently quickly turned into a rescue mission for some feathered friends, according to a sheriff’s office Facebook posting. Upon arrival, Deputy Sanson learned that a chicken coop and nearby shed were on fire, with several chickens trapped inside. He forced open the coop door and entered the burning structure, rescuing approximately 8–10 chickens. “Not all heroes wear capes, and sometimes the lives they save have feathers!” the posting concludes.
*Rick Sanders has been named Habersham County Parks and Recreation Director, effective Nov. 30. Sanders joins Habersham County after serving as the Director of Parks and Recreation for
Jackson County for 26 years. His career in recreation also includes serving as Director of Recreational Sports at the University of North Georgia (UNG) and coaching college softball at both UNG and
Emmanuel College. The selection process drew more than 40 applicants, according to Habersham officials.