Athens-area shelters and resources for unhoused people as temperatures dip this week
Temperatures are expected to dip below 30 degrees Fahrenheit this week in Athens-Clarke County. The following organizations, gathered by the Athens-Clarke County Government, provide...
Sheriff’s office to receive body scanners for Stephens County Jail
The Stephens County Sheriff's Office will soon receive new technology that could tighten security inside the county's jail.
At a regular meeting Tuesday, Nov. 26,...
HabCo Commission calls meeting Dec. 3 to discuss key issues
While the holiday season is upon us, the business of Habersham County continues to move forward. The Habersham County Commission has called a meeting...
Stephens County authorizes future bridge upgrades
Three bridges in Stephens County are scheduled for replacement by 2026 or 2027.
The Stephens County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday approved agreements with Georgia's...
Record-breaking travel expected this Thanksgiving
Nearly 80 million Americans are expected to hit the road, rails or skies this Thanksgiving, setting a new record for the busiest travel period...
Woman dies after being found shot at animal hospital in Royston
A woman is dead after she was found shot at an animal hospital in Royston.
Authorities confirmed the woman was found on Nov. 26 with...
Elbert County man killed in single-car crash
ELBERTON, GA – A 50-year-old Elbert County man died Tuesday night when his car overturned multiple times off GA 79, according to the Georgia...
Space heater blamed for Banks County house fire
A house fire on Spring Lake Road  Tuesday caused heavy damage to the structure but resulted in no injuries.
The Banks County Fire and Emergency...
Suspects indicted for murder of Athens man at Rolling Ridge Apartments
Georgia’s Attorney General Chris Carr announced that two people were indicted for the murder of 20-year-old Cameron Manago in May at the Rolling Ridge...
Highway 123 at intersection of The View Drive reopened
Highway 123 at the intersection of The View Drive in Stephens County is now reopen after a wreck Wednesday, Nov. 27, according to authorities.
The...
Athens residents invited to provide input on College Square Plaza
The Athens-Clarke County Unified Government is inviting residents and community stakeholders to provide input on potential improvements to the city's College Square Plaza.
Two sessions...
Dahlonega square and tree lighting scheduled for Friday
If you're seeking the perfect holiday destination the day after Thanksgiving, look no further than Dahlonega. The charming town will be transformed into a...