School officials discuss hiring process, pay of its newest superintendent
On Wednesday, Assistant Superintendent Patrick Franklin was named Habersham County School System's latest superintendent – replacing current Superintendent Matthew Cooper who announced his retirement...
Authorities make arrest of suspect accused of multiple burglaries
A suspect accused of multiple burglaries in parts of Elbert County is now facing charges, according to the sheriff's office.
Investigators with the Elbert County...
‘There is a lot of fear’: Latinos gather in North Georgia to protest against...
GAINESVILLE, Ga. — On Wednesday night in Hall County, Ga., hundreds from the Latino community gathered to support each other and speak out against...
UGA to Spend an additional $1.7 million on security measures
Jere Morehead, President of the University of Georgia, announced that the University will be spending an additional $1.7 million for security upgrades.
UGA announced Wednesday...
More than a dozen arrested in multi-agency operation
Over the course of two days, initiatives by federal, state and local law enforcement agencies to counter drug trafficking led to the arrests of...
Firefighter treated for minor injuries after commercial fire in White County
A firefighter received minor injuries after an intense early-morning commercial fire in White County, according to public safety officials.Â
Just before 4 a.m. Friday, Jan....
Locals to rally against Trump deportation policies in Cornelia Saturday
A demonstration to peacefully protest President Donald Trump's policies on deportations of undocumented immigrants will take place at 3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 1, at...
Woman found dead in Franklin County identified
A woman who was found dead at a residence in Carnesville has been identified, according to the GBI.
Authorities say the body of Laura Roberts,...
UGA President Jere Morehead delivers 2025 State of the University address
University of Georgia President Jere Morehead delivered his 2025 State of the University address Wednesday. Morehead said research and development spending reached an all-time...
New resource program in Oconee County schools will provide security for each school in...
The Oconee County School System and the Oconee County Sheriff’s Office have reached an agreement to create 16 deputy positions for a resource program...
Clarke County Board of Education holds second public hearing on HB 581
On Jan. 28, the Clarke County Board of Education held their second public hearing to allow the community to voice their opinions on whether...
Clarkesville to hold public hearings on property tax relief bill
The city of Clarkesville will hold a public hearing on whether to opt in to House Bill 581 at 6 p.m. Monday, Feb. 3,...