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UGA to Spend an additional $1.7 million on security measures

Jere Morehead, President of the University of Georgia, announced that the University will be spending an additional $1.7 million for security upgrades. UGA announced Wednesday...

More than a dozen arrested in multi-agency operation

Over the course of two days, initiatives by federal, state and local law enforcement agencies to counter drug trafficking led to the arrests of...

Firefighter treated for minor injuries after commercial fire in White County

A firefighter received minor injuries after an intense early-morning commercial fire in White County, according to public safety officials.  Just before 4 a.m. Friday, Jan....

Locals to rally against Trump deportation policies in Cornelia Saturday

A demonstration to peacefully protest President Donald Trump's policies on deportations of undocumented immigrants will take place at 3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 1, at...

Woman found dead in Franklin County identified

A woman who was found dead at a residence in Carnesville has been identified, according to the GBI. Authorities say the body of Laura Roberts,...

UGA President Jere Morehead delivers 2025 State of the University address

University of Georgia President Jere Morehead delivered his 2025 State of the University address Wednesday. Morehead said research and development spending reached an all-time...

New resource program in Oconee County schools will provide security for each school in...

The Oconee County School System and the Oconee County Sheriff’s Office have reached an agreement to create 16 deputy positions for a resource program...

Clarke County Board of Education holds second public hearing on HB 581

On Jan. 28, the Clarke County Board of Education held their second public hearing to allow the community to voice their opinions on whether...

Clarkesville to hold public hearings on property tax relief bill

The city of Clarkesville will hold a public hearing on whether to opt in to House Bill 581 at 6 p.m. Monday, Feb. 3,...

Gainesville mayor to run for Ninth Congressional District seat

Gainesville Mayor Sam Couvillon will take on U.S. Rep. Andrew Clyde, R-Athens, in the 2026 Republican primary race for the Ninth Congressional District seat. Couvillon's...

Suspect wanted for felony theft, fleeing charges arrested

A man wanted in Rabun County for multiple felony charges had been apprehended, according to authorities. Police say Joseph Elzie Haynes was arrested on felony...

Join the celebration: NGMC Gainesville’s Green Tower Open House Event

Northeast Georgia Medical Center Gainesville is hosting a the community family-friendly event celebrating the opening of its newest addition, The Green Tower. Located at...