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HALL COUNTY, Ga. — Could Lake Lanier be renamed over its ties to a Confederate soldier?

A federal commission is considering renaming both Lanier and Buford Dams for their namesake’s connection to the Confederate south.

Lake Lanier has been known by its name for more than 60 years.

But now the Department of Defense Naming Commission is examining Army Corp projects like Buford Dam and Lake Lanier with namesakes of the Confederacy.

Lake Lanier draws millions of visitors each year. It was built and is operated by the Army Corp of Engineers along with Buford Dam for flood control and water supplies.

The lake is named after Sidney Lanier, a 19th-century musician, and poet, who penned the poem song of the Chattahoochee. He also served several months as a private in the Confederate army.

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Should that be grounds to change the name of the lake?

“I kind of get why the name should be changed and everything just because for such a beautiful place I think it shouldn’t have such a bad connotation with it,” lake visitor Ashley Davidson said.

“I don’t think there is enough of a connection between the Confederacy and the namesakes of the lake and the dam to justify changing the names,” said Clyde Morris, vice president of the Lake Lanier Association.

Morris told Channel 2′s Tom Regan that the decision to name the reservoir after Sidney Lanier had nothing to do with his short service in the Confederate army.

Likewise, for Algernon Sydney Buford. The city took on his name in recognition of his ownership of a local railroad, not his participation in the Civil War.

“We don’t think there’s a good enough reason to be changing Lanier’s name or the Buford Dam’s name,” Morris said.

“Would you vote to change the name if you could or keep it the same?” Regan asked lake visitors Tom and Dena Lahalieh.

“I kind of like the name Lanier,” they answered.

There’s no timeline on when a decision on a possible name change of the lake and dam will be made, but it would likely be years.

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This weekend, for the second time in 2023, a plethora of highly rated recruits will flock to Clemson for the program’s Junior Day.

More than 10 prospects from the 2024, 2025 and 2026 classes will be in Tigertown on Saturday. The list of visitors is highlighted by one five-star prospect alongside seven four-star recruits.

DL Eddrick Houston | Buford (Ga.) | Ranking in 247 Composite: No. 8

Houston was a participant in the Tigers’ camp last June, where he received his offer. Clemson even made his top 10 list on November, although he has not yet made it back to campus.

OT Daniel Calhoun | Walton (Ga.) | No. 60

Calhoun received his offer from Clemson last June and included the Tigers in his top 10 schools, which he released in January. However, he has not yet made a visit to the program.

TE Christian Bentancur | Marian Central Catholic (Ill.) | No. 94

Bentancur is the Tigers’ highest-rated commit in the class of 2024 and continues to further solidify his pledge to the program.

S Ricardo Jones | Northside (Ga.) | No. 95

Jones’ weekend has already gotten off to an exciting start after the Tigers extended an offer to the four-star safety on Friday night. This marks Jones’ first trip to Tigertown.

QB Air Noland | Langston Hughes (Ga.) | No. 99

While Noland has yet to receive an offer from the Tigers, it appears that Garrett Riley and the offensive staff have made the Peach State quarterback a priority. This is Noland’s first visit to Clemson, and all signs point to an offer from the program in the very near future.

OT Michael Uni | Copperas Cove (Texas) | No. 120

Uni has yet to either receive an offer from Clemson or take a visit to the program. This weekend could prove crucial in Uni’s recruitment with more than 40 schools already offering the talented offensive tackle.

OL Casey Poe | Lindale (Texas) | No. 153

Poe is another recruit that has yet to receive an offer from the program, but the Lone Star State product has been in constant contact with the coaching staff.

LB Joseph Phillips | Booker T. Washington (Ala.) | No. 230

Phillips does not hold an offer from the Tigers but has seen a steady flow of new offers and a rise in his stock throughout all of 2023 so far.

OT JacQawn McRoy | Clay-Chalkville (Ala.) | No. 329

McRoy received his offer from the Tigers less than a month ago and wasted no time scheduling his first visit to Tigertown.

WR Amari Jefferson | Baylor School (Tenn.) | No. 413

Jefferson has yet to receive an offer from the Tigers but appears to be one of the program’s primary targets at the wide receiver position.

OG Ethan Boyer | West Monroe (La.) | N/A

Boyer does not hold a Division I offer but has received interest from LSU, Louisiana-Monroe and TCU, according to 247Sports.

DL Bryce Perry-White | Buford (Ga.) | N/A

White is by far the youngest visitor of the weekend as he is a member of the class of 2026. Despite his young age, he already holds 30 Division I offers.

K Nolan Hauser | William Amos Hough (N.C.) | N/A

Hauser, who has been committed to Clemson since November, is widely regarded as a top-five kicker in the class of 2024.

Buford Family Dental was recently named a 2023 Top Patient Rated Dentist by Find Local Doctors. Find Local Doctors is a trusted online directory that identifies dentists and physicians who have earned excellent reviews from patients.

BUFORD, Ga., Feb. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- As a comprehensive family dental practice, Buford Family Dental serves its community with the very best. The talented and experienced dental team excels in multiple facets of dentistry, including general, pediatric, restorative and cosmetic dentistry as well as orthodontics (OrthoFX). Their extensive skill set and patient-centered approach to dental care have largely contributed to the practice's recognition. Buford Family Dental has earned the Top Patient Rated Dentist award due to the numerous outstanding reviews and five-star ratings from patients. Find Local Doctors is a credible online directory that helps consumers locate reputable physicians and dentists in their geographical area. Patients in the Atlanta and Buford area can receive complete dental care for every stage of life in one place, such as advanced periodontal therapy, porcelain veneers and dental implants. The clinic features cutting-edge equipment, comfortable amenities and easy scheduling options for a stress-free visit. Buford Family Dental offers patients the convenience of emergency dental care, same-day appointments, insurance plan acceptance and advanced, modern dentistry.

"We are honored to receive this award, as our patient's comfort is always a top priority, along with providing them with exceptional oral health care," says Dr. Ravi Patel of Buford Family Dental.

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Dr. Ravi Patel was born in Georgia and completed his undergraduate degree from Indiana University before earning his master's degree at Purdue University. Dr. Patel then completed his doctorate from Nova Southeastern University's College of Dental Medicine. He is passionate about providing quality and comfortable dentistry for the entire family. Dr. Patel also runs Sleep Better Atlanta, which is associated with Buford Family Dental and treats chronic snoring, sleep apnea and bruxism which all negatively impact sleep and health. Dr. Sun Kim graduated from the University of Georgia with a bachelor's degree in microbiology. He later attended the Dental College of Georgia at Augusta University to complete his dental degree. Dr. Kim believes in patient-focused care and providing information to help them achieve their best smiles.

Dr. went to The where he received a BS in biology in 2016. He later moved to , to attend The Dental College of at University, where he was awarded his dental doctorate degree. Dr. Mukhi is a trusted, accomplished and ethical dentist who believes in always putting his patients first.

Buford Family Dental is located at 4700 Nelson Brogdon Boulevard in . For more information about the services offered at Buford Family Dental, please visit or call (678) 730-2005.

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DT Kamarion Franklin (6-5 260) of Lake Cormorant, MS has begun his spring road trips. Today he is at Florida State and Monday he plans to visit Auburn. Franklin is traveling with his teammate 2025 LB Jarcoby Hopson and the two of them are due at USC March 17th. Franklin said he will be making a return trip to Miami March 25th. Franklin said he’s been talking with Gamecocks defensive line coach Jimmy Lindsey. “He loves my motor,” Franklin said. This visit to USC will be his first. Franklin said after he takes these and other spring visits he’ll decide on his official visits.

USC target Houston transfer OG Cam’Ron Johnson (6-4 305) continues to pick up offers since entering the Transfer Portal on Wednesday. His newest offers are Missouri and Arizona State. Along with the Gamecocks, others who offered Wednesday and Thursday were West Virginia, Maryland and Cal. Johnson was a first team All-Conference performer for the Cougars last season and allowed one sack in 586 pass block snaps. Johnson is a native of Houston. He signed and redshirted in 2019 and played one snap in 2020. In 2021, Johnson played 669 snaps as a backup left guard and allowed three sacks in 345 opportunities. This past season he started all 13 games and played 905 snaps.

Clemson is among the top 10 schools with LB Aaron Chile’s of Olney, MD. The others on his short list are Notre Dame, Ohio State, Penn State, Florida, Maryland, Michigan, LSU, Florida State and Georgia.

WR Amari Jefferson of Chattanooga plans to visit Clemson Saturday. He went to junior days at USC, Kentucky and Alabama. He also has spring dates with Auburn and Tennessee.

2025 TE Ryan Ghea (6-5 220) of Alpharetta, GA is visiting Clemson Friday.

USC target WR BJ Gibson to visit Florida State Saturday.

Oregon offered Clemson target QB Air Noland of Fairburn, GA. He is visiting Clemson this weekend. Among the others expected to visit Clemson this weekend are DE Eddrick Houston of Buford, GA, OT Casey Poe of Lindale, TX, OT Eagan Boyer (6-8 265) of Cornelius, NC, LB Joseph Phillips (6-3 230) of Shorter, AL, OT JacQawn McRoy (6-8 345) of Pinson, AL and SAF Ricardo Jones of Warner Robins, GA

2026 QB Josiah Oxendine of Dillon has spring visits set with USC March 14th, Florida State March 25th, Virginia Tech March 31st, Pitt April 1st and East Carolina April 8th. He will go to Tennessee this summer.

Buford High School has released its 2023-2024 varsity football schedule. The schedule has some familiar opponents and one major new addition.

The Wolves will host Jones County for the scrimmage game on Aug. 11.

Buford will open their season at home against St. Frances Academy from Maryland on Aug. 18. This will be the first time these two powerhouse teams will face one another. St. Frances Academy finished their 2022 season ranked No. 8 by MaxPreps and had a 9-1 overall record. Buford finished their season ranked No. 33 by MaxPreps and ended with an 11-1 overall season record in 2022. Between the two teams, they sport 10 MaxPreps All-American players. St. Frances has only played one other Georgia team and that came in 2018 when they beat Lee County 43-14.

The Buford and St. Frances Academy match up was set up by Prep Gridiron Logistics and will be streamed on FloFootball.

The Wolves will travel out-of-state for their next game on Aug. 25. Buford will play Mallard Creek (N.C.) on Mallard Creek’s home turf in their second meeting. Last season, Buford thoroughly defeated Mallard Creek with a score of 56-7.

Buford remains on the road for their next game on Sept. 1 as they take on North Cobb. This will be the third meeting of these teams. Buford is up 2-1 on North Cobb but they are neck-and-neck on the points with Buford at 70 and North Cobb at 69.

On Sept. 8, Buford will have a bye week. They return to Tom Riden Stadium on Sept. 15 to host Carver-Atlanta. The Wolves beat Carver last season 44-16.

Marietta will travel to Buford on Sept. 22 for a non-region game. Buford traveled to Marietta last season where they pulled off a 14-0 shutout.

The Wolves begin Region 8-AAAAAAA play on Sept. 29 on the road at Collins Hill. In 2022, Buford defeated Collins Hill at home 23-3. Oct. 6 will be another bye week for Buford.

On Oct. 13, Buford will play State Champion Mill Creek at Mill Creek. Last season, Buford held on to win the highly anticipated game against Mill Creek before a record breaking crowd at Tom Riden Stadium. Close to 12,000 spectators showed up to witness Buford win 39-27 over Mill Creek.

The Wolves will play familiar foe Dacula at Dacula on Oct. 20 in another region match up. In 2022, Buford defeated Dacula 50-7.

Buford finally returns home on Oct. 27 as they play Mountain View in their next to last regular season game of the 2023 season. Last season, the Wolves bested the Bears 56-7.

The last regular season game for 2023 will be at home against Central Gwinnett. Buford beat Central Gwinnett in 2022 on the road 49-7.

Buford’s toughest two games will be between them and St. Frances Academy, as well as Mill Creek. Buford should have plenty of talent to throw at these two top notch programs. These games should make for some nail-biting, intense competition.