Hall County Assistant Administrator Katie Crumley steps down
After more than a decade, Hall County Assistant Administrator Katie Crumley has stepped down from her position, according to officials.Â
Crumley has worked in various...
Gainesville to opt out of HB 581 after three public hearings
The city of Gainesville could potentially opt out of House Bill (HB) 581, which relates to the statewide adjusted base year ad valorem homestead...
Certain electronics now accepted for recycling at Habersham Landfill
Habersham County has partnered with a Duluth-based organization on an initiative for recycling of certain electronics at the landfill.
The initiative, a partnership with Fusion...
One injured in two-vehicle wreck in Baldwin
At least one person was injured this morning in a two-vehicle wreck in Baldwin, according to authorities.
Habersham County Emergency Services, along with Baldwin's fire...
Weekend murder in Gainesville under investigation
Authorities are investigating after a shooting over the weekend left a teenager dead and another injured, according to the Gainesville Police Department.
Police responded to...
Cornelia named one of four cities to receive federal funds for railroad crossings
U.S. lawmakers recently announced new federal resources aimed at enhancing rail safety and addressing the issue of blocked rail crossings in Georgia, with Cornelia...
D. Higgins renominated as Habersham Airport Commission Chairman
Habersham County Airport Commissioner D. Higgins was again nominated to serve as chairman for another three-year term at a regular meeting Tuesday, Jan. 14.
The...
Baldwin Council approves agreements for fire training, inmate housing, and first responder PTSD support
The Baldwin City Council approved several public safety agreements during its regular meeting Monday evening.
FD training facility agreements
The fire department presented agreements with four...
Clarkesville submits offer to purchase old courthouse property
Clarkesville City Manager Keith Dickerson has submitted a letter to the Habersham County Board of Commissioners. The letter informs the commission that the City...
Hart County authorities investigating shooting death of 18-year-old female
Authorities have opened an investigation into a shooting that left an 18-year-old female dead over the weekend, according to the Hart County Sheriff's Office.
Hart...
New remote security system for Habersham schools weeks away from completion
Centegix, a wearable remote alert system, is now weeks away from being installed systemwide across Habersham County's 14 school campuses, according to officials.
“I am...
Habersham County, other area schools, to remain closed Jan. 14
Habersham County Schools will remain closed for another day due to hazardous road conditions caused by snowmelt and re-icing.
After conducting a "thorough check" of...