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GSP: 26 killed on Georgia’s roads during holiday

Of the 26 traffic fatalities the Georgia State Patrol reported over the Fourth of July holiday, seven were from a wrong-way crash in Franklin County....

Life in Motion: Missing man

The Georgia Association of School Resource Officers (GASRO) Conference in Young Harris is taking on special meaning this week. It's being held just days after...

City of Cleveland announces tax millage rate public hearings

(Cleveland)- The Mayor and Council of the City of Cleveland have announced their intent to increase the 2019 property taxes by 1.71% (percent) over...

Grateful mom says son doing well after health scare at parade

The streets were packed, the weather was hot, and 2-year-old Alex Khadayat was enjoying Independence Day in Demorest. Until he wasn't. The precious tot with the...

Community mourns passing of Habersham County deputy

Whether dressed in his uniform or in Santa's red suit, Habersham County Sheriff's Deputy Patrick Mayfield knew how to put people at ease. Beneath his...

White County Chamber president graduates from national Chamber leadership program

Beth Truelove, center, recently graduated from the Institute for Organization Management
 leadership training program produced by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation.  WASHINGTON, D.C.— Institute...

Shooting victim’s family seeks help with funeral expenses

The family of the man shot to death Thursday night in Habersham County has set up a Go Fund Me account to raise money...

Independence Day in Demorest [PHOTOS]

It was a big celebration in the small town of Demorest as people from all over northeast Georgia came to celebrate our nation's 243rd...

Patriotism on display on Independence Day in Demorest

Thousands descended on Demorest for the city's annual Independence Day celebration. (Daniel Purcell/Now Habersham) It's a tradition that dates back 130-years. July 4th in Demorest...

Warning to drivers: Stay sober and hands-free

The July 4th holiday weekend is officially underway and the Georgia State Patrol and local law enforcement urge you to celebrate responsibly. If you...

Area July 4th celebrations

Birthday celebrations are happening all across the country today as the United States of America turns 243 years old. Here's a list of some of...

Keep the Fourth festive by being smart about fireworks

Let’s face it: Fireworks are fun. And they’re as much a part of the Fourth of July as the American flag. But they also can...