History Cherokee Honors Historic Preservation Award Recipients History Cherokee's annual Historic Preservation Awards Banquet honors outstanding work in historic preservation throughout Cherokee County. This year's banquet recognized several businesses, individuals, and owners of historic properties for their exceptional efforts in preserving the county's rich heritage. The awardees were selected by the 2024 Historic Preservation Committee, a group of dedicated volunteers who spent several months visiting nominated sites, engaging with property owners, and learning about the historical significance of each location.The 2024 award winners are:• Covington-Lusk House in Ball Ground, owned by Lee and Brittani Lusk• The Depot in Holly Springs, owned by the City of Holly Springs• Edwards-McClure-Pruitt-Midyette House in Frogtown, owned by Mark and Charity Midyette• Gaddis-Beacham-Sulborski Home in Union Hill, owned by Mark and Andrea Sulborski• Jones Mercantile Building in Canton, owned by Penn Hodge and Grant Schmeelk• Mathis-Thompson General Store Building in Union Hill, owned by Lashelle and John ThompsonHistory Cherokee introduced two new categories this year, which highlight individuals or organizations that successfully blend progress with preservation, ensuring that growth respects and enhances the character of the community. The 2024 recipients are:• Bunker Design House – Preservation Professional Award• Historic Canton Magazine, a partnership between Penn Hodge, Tri-State Communications, and the City of Canton – Preservation Partner AwardJuanita Hughes received the Judson Roberts Lifetime Service Award, which recognizes individuals with a lifelong commitment to preserving local history. Highlights of Hughes’ many accomplishments and contributions to Cherokee County include a 20-year career with the Cherokee County Public Library System, the first docent/tourism director at the Woodstock Visitors Center, author of three books, and columnist for the Cherokee Tribune since 1988. Bruce Baker was honored as History Cherokee’s Volunteer of the Year for his invaluable contributions to History Cherokee and its preservation initiatives. Since moving to Cherokee County in 2003, Baker has immersed himself in the area's history. As a volunteer for History Cherokee, he assists with many oral history and research projects, research requests, and writing blog posts. He’s also an active member of History Cherokee’s Black History Committee.
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