2024 Star Student & Teacher
Jessica Zurheide • February 13, 2024
On Tuesday, February 13th, 2024 the Star Breakfast was held to honor Lee County High School Senior Addy Barden as she was named the school’s 2024 PAGE STAR student! Addy Barden chose Miss Danielle Whitaker as her Star Teacher and the person who has been most influential to her academic career.
The PAGE Student Teacher Achievement Recognition (STAR) program is now in its 66th year and since its creation, the STAR program has honored nearly 29,500 students and the teachers they have selected as the most influential to their academic achievement. To qualify for the 2024 STAR nomination, graduating high school seniors must have the highest score on a single test on the SAT and be in the top 10 percent or top 10 students of their class based on grade point average.
On Thursday, March 13th 2025 the Lee County Chamber of Commerce hosted its 18th Annual Under the Oaks Art Show and Reception in the restored Train Depot. We had 40 entries and a wonderful celebration of local talent. Congratulations to our winners! Paintings & Mixed Media 1st Place: #5, Green Grape Agate - Madye Carter 2nd Place: #11, Under a Rock - Lisa Cosper 3rd Place: #30, Tranquil Sunset - Hyekyung Hannah Seo Honorable Mention: #12, Gracie - Kathie Entz People’s Choice: #31, Impromptu - Mary Sumners Photography 1st Place: #40, Lightyears and Fathoms - Doug Wolfe 2nd Place: #26, In Living Color - Eden Morris 3rd Place: #23, Swamp Sandhill - James Malphrus Honorable Mention: #39, Grove Life - Doug Wolf People's Choice: #22, Cypress 19 - James Malphrus
On Thursday, January 16th, 2025, the Lee County Chamber of Commerce hosted a Ribbon Cutting for 7 Brew Coffee, located at 1379 US-82 W, Leesburg GA 31763! 7 Brew specializes in all kinds of different drinks! They have over 20,000 drink combinations and more sugar free options than anyone else on the market! Their team, energy, speed of service, and customization truly set them apart from their competition. Although they are a big franchise chain, 7 Brew in Lee County is a small family-owned business that is proud to be in our community.
On Tuesday, February 18th, 2025, in partnership with the Lee County School System - LCSS and the Professional Association of Georgia Educators (PAGE) Foundation, the Lee County Chamber of Commerce held the 2025 STAR Breakfast! The Student Teacher Achievement Recognition (STAR) program honors the most academically successful student based on their SAT scores (during one test administration), class standing, and scholastic averages. Congratulations to Lee County’s 2025 STAR Student, Christopher Dowling! Christopher chose Mrs. Lindsay Young as his STAR teacher, as she has had the greatest impact on his academic journey.
hank you to every business and organization that participated this year. The floats were outstanding, and our judges had an INCREDIBLY difficult time choosing winners! We enjoyed seeing all the time, love, and details that went into each design this year, and we can't wait to see what you come up with next year!
On Friday, November 15th, 2024, the Lee County Chamber of Commerce hosted a Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening celebration for First National Bank, located at 1559 US Highway 19 S. Leesburg, GA 31763! First National Bank specializes in providing personalized banking solutions beyond the walls of their office. Their focus is on relationship banking, offering exceptional services tailored to each customer’s unique needs. With deep roots in the community they serve and a commitment to innovation, the team of dedicated professionals at First National Bank will be there to help you succeed every step of the way.
On Thursday, November 7th, 2024 the Lee County Chamber of Commerce hosted its 35th Annual Dinner. It was a wonderful celebration of our community and the people and businesses that call it home! We mingled, enjoyed live music, and had a wonderful dinner with colleagues and friends! Continuing on the City of Leesburg’s 150th Anniversary celebration, we reflected on how far our community has come. Our resiliency and commitment to each other show exactly why life works well here!
On Saturday, October 19th the Lee County Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the City of Leesburg held the 3rd Annual ‘Burg Bash Festival! Vendors lined the field and tasty eats could be found anywhere you looked. Attendees enjoyed afternoon sounds from Thomas Merritt Band and danced the night away to tunes from Swingin' Medallions!
On Thursday, October 3rd, 2024, the Lee County Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the Girl Scouts of Historic Georgia held a Ribbon cutting to celebrate the Grand Opening of the Girl Scouts DreamLab! Located inside the Walmart on Ledo Road, 2825 Ledo Rd - Albany. What is a Girl Scout DreamLab? It’s a flexible space that evolves to meet the interests and hobbies of girls today. Whether that is coding and programming a robot, recording a podcast, culinary exploration, or more, the Girl Scout DreamLab is a showplace of the Girl Scout experience in action.
On Tuesday, October 1st, 2024, the Lee County Chamber of Commerce hosted a Ribbon Cutting for AMG Mobile Detailing LLC! AMG is an Auto Mobile Detailing company that specializes in standard auto detailing, paint corrections, ceramic coating, oxidation removal, stain and odor control, and more! Owner Earl Guest focuses on honesty and integrity and it’s evident in the quality relationships he has built with his clients.
On Friday, September 13th, 2024, the Lee County Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting for Superior Site Services, located at 336 GA Hwy 32 E – Leesburg, GA. Superior Site Services is a construction site and utility company that specializes in clearing, site preparation and underground utilities. Commitment to excellence drives everything they do and that is evident in their timely project completion, cost-effective practices, and lasting partnerships with their customers.
