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Northeast Georgia

Cornelia Ward 1 commissioner swearing in, millage rate hearing on Tuesday

The City of Cornelia will swear in newly appointed Ward 1 Commissioner, Jeff Wilson, at their Nov. 2 meeting, as well as hold their...

Demorest Trunk-Or-Treat full of fall fun, even in rain

Despite the rainy weather, trick-or-treaters braved the elements in the City of Demorest for an evening of family fun. Infants, toddlers, kids and grownups enjoyed...

White County commissioners tackle trash issues

CLEVELAND - Handling all the trash created in their county is challenging for the White County Board of Commissioners. During Monday’s commission work session and...

Northeast Georgia Health System breaks ground on new medical plaza in Jefferson

JEFFERSON — Northeast Georgia Health System continues its expansion across the region, breaking ground Wednesday on its newest medical plaza in Jefferson. "This new building...

White County confirms third case of rabies this year

There's been another case of rabies confirmed in White County where, health officials say, two dogs recently came into contact with a rabid skunk....

Public safety officials share Halloween safety tips

As Halloween approaches, public safety officials are sharing tips to keep trick-or-treaters safe this weekend. Local police departments and county sheriff's offices remind drivers to...

White County Development Authority awards contract for economic development plan

CLEVELAND - The Development Authority of White County has agreed to award a contract to develop a Strategic Economic Development Plan to Thomas and...

Investigation underway after man shot in Toccoa while sleeping

Waylon James Lee, 42, was shot several times on Friday in Toccoa while sleeping in his camper, according to the Stephens County Sheriff's Office. At...

Investigators ask for public’s help to find runaway teen

Hall County Sheriff's investigators are asking for the public's help to find a missing 16-year-old runaway. Ella Wood ran away from Division of Family and...

Habersham County Commissioners host open house at Senior Center

Nearly 100 Habersham County senior citizens packed into the Habersham Senior Center Tuesday afternoon for a commissioner open-house, where seniors could enjoy a free...
Habersham Medical Center in Demorest

Humana Medicare members receive in-network coverage at NGMC, HMC and more

Humana Medicare Advantage members now have in-network access to medical facilities and physicians at Northeast Georgia Medical Center, Northeast Georgia Physicians Group, Georgia Heart...

Twin Rivers Challenge cycling event breaks records for fundraising, riders

Oct. 23, 2021, was a record-breaking day at Tallulah Falls School. A brilliant blue October sky greeted more than 175 riders at the seventh annual...