Seven Georgians indicted in Athens for massive meth/fentanyl operation on the dark web
Seven Georgians have been indicted in federal court in Athens for allegedly conspiring to ship thousands of parcels containing fentanyl and methamphetamine across the...
Busy Cornelia intersection reopens after gas leak contained
A busy intersection along one of Cornelia's major thoroughfares was shut down for nearly two hours this morning due to a gas leak.
Authorities closed...
Mason Whelchel Meaders honored for 50 years of service
Whelchel Meaders was recently recognized for more than 50 years of faithful service as a Mason with Yonah Lodge #382.
In a ceremony held at...
Helen mourns beloved K-9 Officer Henk, public memorial set for June 26
The Helen Police Department is mourning the heartbreaking loss of one of its own—K-9 Officer Henk. Henk passed away Monday morning after suffering heatstroke...
Gainesville lottery player wins $2 million Mega Millions prize
A Gainesville resident is celebrating a life-changing win after hitting a $2 million prize in the June 20 Mega Millions drawing.
The winning ticket, purchased...
Southern hospitality meets heartfelt cause at Demorest benefit barbecue
Forget the typical ballroom fundraiser with tables resembling oversized wedding cakes and stuffy speeches—Sunday night’s Price to Play benefit in Demorest was something entirely...
White County hosts public hearing on Joint Comprehensive Plan June 24
White County, along with the cities of Cleveland and Helen, is inviting residents to attend a public hearing to learn more about the development...
Some counties, including White, limiting precincts for PSC runoff
White County is one of several counties statewide expected to limit the number of open polling precincts for the July 15 Democratic Public Service...
White County schools will continue free student meals
Next year, students will continue to eat breakfast and lunch free of charge in White County's public schools as part of a federally funded...
Public hearing on Habersham’s proposed budget June 23
The Habersham County Board of Commissioners will hold a special called meeting on Monday, June 23, at 6:00 p.m. to present and conduct a...
Weekend fire destroys home on Fieldale Road in Stephens County
Firefighters from multiple departments responded to a house fire early Friday morning that left a home heavily damaged and displaced its residents.
According to the...
Top dogs: HCSO K-9 team wins first place at Georgia Police and Fire Games
Habersham County Sheriff’s Office Lt. Eugene Kemp and his K-9 partner, Roxy, proved they’re the team to beat! The pair took first place in...