Former Habersham coach dies
Habersham County is mourning the loss of former coach and educator, William Russell "Richard" Whitaker, Jr. "Coach Whit" as he was affectionately known, passed...
Driver sustains minor injuries in tractor trailer accident
(Cleveland)- The driver of a tractor-trailer received minor injuries  Friday afternoon when the rig he was operating ran off the road and rolled down...
Manhunt ends in arrest
A Cleveland man is behind bars following a manhunt in White County. The Georgia Department of Corrections says the suspect fled from a traffic stop...
Wilkinson: 2018 legislative session off to busy start
The 2018 legislative session kicked off this week amid a flurry of activity. With the Georgia Bulldogs playing in the College Football National Championship...
Deal: Budget prioritizes workforce development, education, transportation infrastructure
Gov. Nathan Deal today released his budget recommendations to the General Assembly for the amended current and upcoming fiscal years. “The $26 billion in...
Deal’s State of the State address: ‘Orchards of Opportunity’
"Today, I can say with great authority that the State of our State is not just strong, it is exceptional!" - Gov. Nathan Deal,...
Deal: ‘Nothin’ lame ‘bout this duck’
Governor reflects on past seven years in office. Looks ahead to final year as lawmakers prepare to return to the Gold Dome.
Editor's Note: Georgia...
Starting New
A few short weeks ago, I looked out my bedroom window to a magical display of winter wonderland imagery– a yard covered in freshly...
Blood shortage prompts ‘urgent’ need for donors
The American Red Cross and LifeSouth Community Blood Centers have issued urgent appeals for blood donors. Area blood supplies are at emergency levels following...
State crews working to keep roads clear for commuters and game day traffic
The Georgia Department of Transportation began brine treatment of interstates, state routes, bridges and overpasses Sunday morning in preparation for the arrival of wintry...
GDOT prepares for possible icy roads Monday
With the threat of possible sleet and freezing rain in North Georgia Monday, state transportation officials urge caution as you head out the door...
Hikers warned to stay off trails due to the weather
(Gainesville)- Predictions for very cold wind chill temperatures in far north Georgia has prompted the U.S. Forest Service to warn would-be weekend hikers to...