Phone scam targets Fort Benning
The Fort Benning Garrison warned the military community about a sophisticated phone scam targeting Fort Benning. According to their Facebook page the callers are...
Demorest lifts Boil Water Advisory
The Demorest Water Department has lifted the Boil Water Advisory it issued over the weekend following a water main break. The advisory affected city...
Alto council vote clears path to file 2024 audit with state
ALTO, Ga. — The Alto Town Council unanimously approved a final amendment to the town’s 2024 budget during a called meeting Monday night, clearing...
Stephens County sheriff warns of scam targeting inmates’ families
TOCCOA, Ga. — The Stephens County Sheriff's Office is warning residents about a scam targeting the families of inmates housed at the Stephens County...
Two charged with 88 counts each of animal cruelty released on bond in Hall...
HALL COUNTY, Ga. — Two people charged with dozens of animal cruelty counts in an ongoing Hall County investigation have been released from jail...
Hart County traffic stop leads to meth, theft charges
HART COUNTY, Ga. – Two people face felony drug charges following a traffic stop in Hart County on Friday afternoon.
On Dec. 26, just after...
Neighbors helping neighbors: Cornelia Soup Kitchen serves meals with dignity and compassion
CORNELIA, Ga. — On any given serving day in Cornelia, a hot meal is only part of what people receive at The Lord’s Help...
Fire Weather Watch issued for Northeast Georgia; officials urge no outdoor burning
Public safety officials are urging residents to avoid all outdoor burning on Tuesday as dangerous fire weather conditions move into East and Northeast Georgia.
The...
Columbus woman dies in Russell County crash
 A two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 9:56 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 27, has claimed the life of a Columbus, Ga., woman. Ruthie M. Phillips,...
Winter weather, high winds prompt power outages across Northeast Georgia
CLARKESVILLE, Ga. — Winter weather combined with strong winds caused scattered power outages across Northeast Georgia on Monday, prompting utilities to urge residents to...
Alto council to vote on final 2024 budget amendment at called meeting
ALTO, Ga. — The Alto Town Council will hold a called meeting Monday night to consider a final amendment to the town’s 2024 budget,...
Troup County man missing since Christmas day
A 34-year-old Troup County man has been reported missing since Christmas Day according to the Sheriff's Department.
The Troup County Sheriff's Department reported Fernando Ortiz...