Lightning damages White County complex as storms pound Northeast Georgia
A stormy night across Northeast Georgia brought torrential rain, intense lightning, and a series of overnight emergency calls. A lightning strike knocked White County...
Prosecutor: Some details of Kamarie Holland case not yet disclosed
The Russell County prosecutor handling the case of Kamarie Holland tells NowGeorgia.com that some details about the heinous crime have not yet been disclosed...
Raising a glass to support veterans
More than 30 local veterans are waiting for critical home repairs. For many, a safe entrance, a repaired roof, or an accessible bathroom isn't...
Habersham educators honored for service to students
CLARKESVILLE, Ga. — Two Habersham County Schools employees were recognized Monday for going above and beyond in their work supporting students, families and fellow...
Rhett Marques wins Republican nomination in Alabama 2nd Congressional District
ENTERPRISE, Al. (Alabama Reflector) — Rep. Rhett Marques, R-Enterprise, won the Alabama Republican nomination for Alabama’s 2nd Congressional District Tuesday night, defeating five others...
Rasmus baseball dynasty leads Phenix City back to Little League World Series
The Phenix City All-Stars are headed back to the Little League World Series. The team from Alabama topped Tennessee 4-0 after a three-and-a-half-hour rain...
Alto approves agreement for new county radio system
ALTO, Ga. — The Alto Town Council approved an intergovernmental agreement Tuesday allowing the town to participate in Habersham County's new emergency radio communications...
CPD Property Crimes Unit makes 53 arrests, clears dozens of cases
The Columbus Police Department’s Property Crimes Unit made 53 arrests, cleared 66 cases, and filed 327 charges between May 22 - August 2, 2026....
Habersham schools report strong start to new school year
CLARKESVILLE, Ga. — Habersham County Schools got off to a strong start last week, with district leaders highlighting student attendance, community partnerships, extracurricular activities...
Citizen: Ditch the ‘distracting’ signs during city council’s public agenda
One local citizen told Columbus City Council it's time to ditch the distracting signs on continuous display during the public agenda portion of the...
Four dozen Black Georgia lawmakers press Collins on alleged ‘white nationalist’ ties
More than 50 Black Georgia lawmakers have signed onto a statement condemning Republican U.S. Rep. Mike Collins for associates’ comments and posts that have...
‘Rest well, 434’: Hall County remembers Deputy Betty Jean Uriegas
HALL COUNTY, Ga. — For nearly 32 years, badge number 434 has belonged to just one Hall County sheriff’s deputy.
It will remain that way.
Deputy...