U.S. House GOP mandates Medicaid work requirements in giant bill slashing spending
WASHINGTON (States Newsroom) — U.S. House Republicans plan to debate and approve the three final pieces of their “big, beautiful bill” in committee this...
Commencement speaker lineup for upcoming UNG graduations
The University of North Georgia (UNG) has announced its lineup of keynote speakers for the spring 2025 commencement ceremonies, which will take place on...
Habersham BOE takes step toward 2026 budget approval
At its regular meeting on Monday, May 12, the Habersham County Board of Education unanimously approved a proposed 2026 budget for all funds, setting...
Gas prices fall statewide
Georgia drivers are seeing relief at the pump as gas prices continue to drop, according to auto club AAA.
The average price for a gallon...
Baldwin City Council addresses Oak Terrace water line issue
The Baldwin City Council spent most of its meeting on Monday, May 12, discussing the first reading of the Oak Terrace Variance Ordinance.
This ordinance...
Fire at cinemas contained to sign, quick response prevented worse outcome
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A fire that broke out at Habersham Hills Cinemas on Friday night was swiftly contained thanks to the rapid response and teamwork of local...
Georgia becomes second US state to shield maker of Roundup weed killer from some...
In a victory for global agrochemical maker Bayer, Georgia has become the second state to shield pesticide manufacturers from some lawsuits claiming that they...
Georgia Insurance Commissioner John King enters 2026 Republican race for US Senate
ATLANTA (AP) — Georgia Insurance Commissioner John King on Monday became the second major Republican to enter the 2026 race to challenge Democratic U.S....
U.S. and China hit the pause button on trade war for 90 days, as...
(States Newsroom) — The United States and China agreed Monday to lower steep tit-for-tat tariffs for 90 days, temporarily cooling a trade war but...
Trump signs order aiming to lower U.S. drug costs to match prices abroad
WASHINGTON (States Newsroom) — President Donald Trump signed an executive order Monday aimed at lowering drug prices by pressuring pharmaceutical companies to align their...
Prominent urban planner to relocate new office in downtown Clarkesville
A well-known developer and urban planner is setting down more permanent roots in downtown Clarkesville.
Lew Oliver, who moved to Clarkesville from the Atlanta area...
Clarkesville Square welcomes The Mindful Market with ribbon cutting ceremony
On Tuesday, May 13, The Mindful Market will officially celebrate its opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony hosted by the Habersham County Chamber of...