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Northeast Georgia

Boil Water Advisory issued for some Baldwin water customers

Baldwin has lifted its boil water advisory for city water customers in the SR 105 and Harmony Church Road areas. The Baldwin Water Department issued...

Residents prioritize stability and rural charm in comprehensive plan

Officials in Habersham County and its municipalities have been gathering input for months on the county's comprehensive plan. What they're finding out is that...

Cleveland City Council approves purchase of old Wards Funeral Home property

Real estate was at the top of Monday's agenda for the Cleveland City Council meeting. First, the city announced that it is continuing its work...

GBI seeking information on unidentified body found in Lavonia

The GBI is seeking information from the public about an ongoing death investigation in Lavonia. As Now Habersham previously reported, a man checking trail...

Reward offered in Mountain City arson case

A reward of up to $10,000 is being offered for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those responsible for torching a van...

Mayors statewide urge governor and lawmakers to pass gun reform laws

Nearly four dozen mayors — from Adel in South Georgia to Dalton in North Georgia and cities in between — want stricter gun laws. They...

Body found in Franklin County may be tied to missing persons case, coroner says

Authorities in Northeast Georgia are waiting on autopsy results to determine whether a body discovered in Franklin County on Monday is that of a...

At least 20 killed on Georgia’s roads over Labor Day weekend

At least 20 people died on Georgia's roads over the long Labor Day holiday weekend. Five people lost their lives Monday morning in a...

Retired Judge Kim Crawford remembered as a dedicated public servant

A memorial service will be held Wednesday for a well-known retired local attorney and judge. Linton Kimzey Crawford, Jr. passed away at his residence...

Last two comprehensive plan public meetings scheduled this week

Habersham County residents have two more opportunities to share their input on future development. The county this week will host the last two public...

Single-vehicle wreck claims life of Elbert County man

A Bowman driver was killed in a single-car wreck in Elbert County Tuesday morning. The crash occurred around 11:16 a.m. on GA 172 near King...

November city election in Cleveland canceled

There will be no municipal election in the City of Cleveland in November. The city canceled the election since only one candidate qualified for...