Forsyth Herald - March 23, 2017

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Alternative to traditional school Forsyth Virtual students, teachers share experiences ►►PAGE 5

Furkids to house more dogs, stay open longer

Rezoning requests approved by BOC ►►PAGE 4

Foreign donor surprises recipient Local heroes honored at event ►►PAGE 7

Purposity helping community, students Text notifications alert to students’ needs ►►PAGE 10

Blackbox Special Report Dive into journalism under attack: Georgia ►►PAGES 12 – 13

Empty Nest KATHLEEN STURGEON/HERALD

Green thumb for a good cause South Forsyth Rotary donated a greenhouse March 14 to Creative Enterprises which works with adults with special needs. This project was requested to teach the students life skills. Read more, Page 14.