Monday, January 21, 2013
Capt. Ashley E. Moore will march with the Marine Corps’ service staff in the 57th annual Presidential Inaugural Parade.
Editor's note: Patch has learned that Matt Rich, a first year midshipmen at the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy and a 2012 graduate of Etowah High School, will be in the parade as well. A Woodstock native will be among thousands of citizens participating in the 57th annual Presidential Inauguration parade today. Capt. Ashley E. Moore will march with the Marine Corps' service staff during the parade, which will march pass the White House along Pennsylvania Avenue and arrive at the U.S. Capitol before the ceremony. Moore told the Defense Video and Imagery Distribution System that it was an "honor" for her to participate in the ceremony. Moore will march in the parade along with four other officers and other Marine Barracks Washington service …
Friday, January 18, 2013
Cherokee County Sheriff Roger Garrison joins other sheriffs across the country in heavily criticizing President Barack Obama's executive orders tightening gun restrictions.
Editor's note: the following is an opinion written by Cherokee County Sheriff Roger Garrison. It does not in any way reflect the views and opinions of Patch. In the aftermath of the recent criminal events, the president, vice-president and many members of Congress are attempting to exploit the deaths of innocent victims by attempting to enact laws, restrictions; and, even through use of executive orders, prevent law-abiding American citizens from possessing certain firearms and ammunition magazines. As the duly-elected sheriff of Cherokee County, I want you to know and understand my position on this issue. I am a strong supporter of the Second Amendment. In Georgia, as in most states, sheriffs are elected constitutional officers. Duly …
Tuesday, January 24, 2012
Do you think the president's speech swayed any undecided voters?
Our Patch live blog of the State of the Union has wrapped up, but that doesn't mean the discussion is over! The White House has offered to answer a few questions submitted by Patch users across the nation now that the speech is done. It's a great opportunity to take your question right to Washington without leaving home. The result will look something like this video of first lady Michelle Obama answering a fitness question. To submit your question, post it in the comments below with your real name, the town where you live and, if you'd like, your Twitter handle. You have until 11 a.m. Wednesday to post your question. And if you missed the live blog, just hit the "play" button above to review the lively discussion from your fellow Patch …
Jan Sneed
1:14 pm on Monday, January 28, 2013
Congratulations Ashley on such a great honor. We attended the inauguration and felt the pride as I am sure you did. Friends of the family. Marcelles & Jan Sneed more ›