Police: Shirley B. Winston Park killer and accomplice in custody
Columbus Police announced this morning that they have two suspects in custody for the murder of Jacarie Charles this past August. The alleged gunman,...
Woman and child shot in Columbus, suspect wanted
Columbus police are searching for a suspect wanted for shooting a woman and 7-year-old child Monday, September 22, 2025, at approximately 6:43 p.m. Patrol...
UPDATE: Habersham County Parks & Rec Director Lannon resigns, then reconsiders
CLARKESVILLE, Ga. — Interim Habersham County Parks & Recreation Director Terry Lannon submitted his resignation last week, but now he’s asking to take it...
Cornelia housing symposium invites public to shape city’s future
CORNELIA, Ga. — City leaders are inviting the public to take part in a community-wide discussion about Cornelia’s housing future during a special symposium...
Habersham County Emergency Services named Region 2 EMS Service of the Year
CLARKESVILLE, Ga. — Habersham County Emergency Services (HCES) has earned Region 2 EMS Service of the Year. The award highlights the department’s rapid growth,...
Higgins named Region 2 Paramedic of the Year
CLARKESVILLE, Ga. — Habersham County Paramedic Elisha Higgins has been named Region 2 Paramedic of the Year, a top honor recognizing outstanding dedication, skill,...
Hall County woman charged with arson after Saddlehorse Drive fire
HALL COUNTY, Ga. — The Hall County Fire Marshal’s Office arrested a woman on September 19 in connection with a residential fire on Saddlehorse...
Clarke County Board of Education adds another candidate for Mayor
Another candidate has entered Athens’ mayoral race, and she says she’s running to represent the under-represented.
Clarke County Board of Education member Dr. LaKeisha Gantt...
Gunman dies by suicide after Amazon shooting in Columbus
A 22-year-old gunman opened fire at the Amazon facility in Columbus early this morning before turning the gun on himself. The Columbus police department...
Kirk mourners met with police presence and protestors at CSU
A couple of hundred mourners showed up to remember Charlie Kirk on the campus of Columbus State University today. The memorial was held simultaneously...
Habersham commissioners honor county employee, Vietnam veteran Hugh Rucker
The Habersham County Board of Commissioners recently recognized Hugh Rucker, a county employee and Vietnam veteran, for his service to both his community and...
Coroner identifies driver killed in Hollywood wreck
Authorities have released the name of the driver killed in a wreck on GA 15/US 441 South in northern Habersham County.
According to County...