Towns County launches neighborhood watch program
The Towns County Sheriff's Office has launched a neighborhood watch program to bolster civic engagement and deter crime.
Sheriff Ken Henderson met with residents along...
Georgia Power replaces utility poles in Demorest
If you live on some of the side streets in Demorest, you can’t help but notice that Georgia Power has been replacing power poles.
It’s...
South Carolina man tracked by Stephens County K9 after allegedly fleeing on foot
A South Carolina man was arrested in Stephens County last weekend after he allegedly fled from officers.
At 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, April 5, according...
White County FLOST tax vote eyed for November referendum
CLEVELAND (WRWH) — White County voters could have the opportunity in November to approve a local sales tax that officials say will help lower...
White County Detention Center gets new body scanner
A new piece of equipment has been added at the White County Sheriff’s Office Detention Center that scans inmates for concealed items.
White County Sheriff...
Work begins on pavilion in downtown Demorest
Improvements on the pavilion in downtown Demorest are now underway, with plans for the upgraded design to match the former city hall building (now...
Turner says rec center under budget; not cause for library construction delay
The White County Commission addressed rumors of budget overruns on the new Yonah Preserve Recreation Center during their meeting this week. Chairman Travis Turner...
Barrow Airport to be transferred to county government despite opposition
Despite opposition, Barrow County's government could move to acquire the county's airport after the passage of recent legislation that would allow it.
Last week, the...
Stephens County consolidates elections to one location
Stephens County voters now will go to one place to cast their ballots in upcoming elections.
As part of an intergovernmental agreement (IGA) with the...
North Georgia lawmakers offer reflections on Sine Die
As the fast-paced final day of the 2025 legislative session – known as Sine Die – came to a close, lawmakers from across North...
Missing teens found safe
Two teenagers reported missing from Toccoa have been located safe following a search that began earlier this week.
According to the Stephens County Sheriff’s Office,...
Demorest amends alcohol ordinance to accommodate off-premises vendors
The Demorest City Council voted on an amendment to its alcohol ordinance on Thursday, April 3, 2025, making changes to the rules governing off-premises...