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4th Annual Battle of the Heroes set for July 23

Thursday, Easton Foundation Founder Casey Lizama made the first announcement concerning the upcoming Battle of The Heroes football game. In the 4th consecutive year...

Rep. Terry Rogers: Disappointed By Religious Freedom Bill Veto, Proud of Military Protection Act

On Thursday, March 24, the 2016 legislative session came to an end when the House and Senate completed the 40th and final legislative day,...

Banks County Man Faces Charges After Scuffle With Deputies

A Banks County man faces obstruction charges after scuffling with deputies at the scene of a house fire Tuesday night. Banks County Sheriff's Sgt. Carissa...

Mountain Judicial Circuit Hires New A.D.A.

The Mountain Judicial Circuit has a new Assistant District Attorney. Ben Green was recently appointed to the post by District Attorney George Christian.Green will...

NGTC Students Earn Medals at SkillsUSA Contest

(Clarkesville, GA) — Students in a variety of programs at North Georgia Technical College competed at the state SkillsUSA competition and brought home first...

Divided Opinion Over Governor’s Veto of ‘Religious Liberty’ Bill

Reaction to Governor Nathan Deal's decision to veto Georgia's 'religious liberty' bill has been swift and divided. The bill, which was passed by the state...

Gov. Deal Explains Reasons for Veto

Gov. Nathan Deal today announced he will veto HB 757, legislation that enumerates certain actions religious leaders, faith-based organizations and people of faith shall...

Gov. Deal to Veto ‘Religious Liberty’ Bill

In a speech praised by civil rights activists and spurned by some political and religious leaders, Georgia Governor Nathan Deal today announced his decision...

Teen Burned in Vehicle Fire in Helen

(Helen)- A 16-year-old male received second and third degree burns Sunday as a result of a vehicle fire in Helen. Helen Police Chief Brian...

TV Pilot Filming This Week in Dahlonega

If you're traveling to or through Dahlonega this week be prepared for possible delays and detours. Parts of the Dahlonega Square will be closed...

Citizens’ Complaints Lead to Multiple Drug Arrests

Three people are in jail following two drug busts in Habersham County. Authorities say the drug arrests were prompted by citizens' complaints. Mitchell Posey with...
Habersham County State Senator John Wilkinson

Sen. John Wilkinson: Final Update from the State Senate

The 2016 Georgia General Assembly session officially came to an end on March 24th as the Senate adjourned Sine Die. The term "Sine Die"...