Athens police name suspect, get warrants in fatal shooting
Athens-Clarke County police have identified a suspect and obtained arrest warrants in a shooting that killed 26-year-old Anargyros Mantas.
Police said officers responded to a...
Habersham County officials warn of long lines as property tax deadline nears
CLARKESVILLE, Ga. — Habersham County property owners have until midnight Friday, Dec. 19, to pay their property tax bills, and county officials are urging...
Unreconciled 2025 finances stall Alto’s 2026 budget, GMA consultant tells council
ALTO, Ga. — Alto’s repeatedly delayed 2026 budget remains unresolved because the town’s 2025 financials have only been reconciled through August, leaving council members...
White County Animal Shelter waives adoption fees through Christmas
CLEVELAND, Ga. — White County Animal Control is waiving adoption fees for dogs and cats through Christmas as part of an “Empty the Shelter”...
Alto council meets today with GMA consultant as 2026 budget remains unresolved
ALTO, Ga. — The Alto mayor and town council will meet Thursday, Dec. 18, with Georgia Municipal Association consultant Pete Pyrzenski to discuss planning...
Man dies after overnight shooting in Athens
ATHENS, Ga. — Athens-Clarke County police are investigating the shooting death of a 26-year-old man found early Thursday in the downtown area.
Officers responded to...
Uncertainty surrounds future of Apple Mountain Golf Club as entire property heads to auction
CLARKESVILLE, Ga. — Apple Mountain Golf Club, the only public golf course in Habersham County and a longtime hub for local golfers and student-athletes,...
Crews battle multiple fires amid high fire danger in North Georgia
High fire danger conditions remain in place across northern Georgia, prompting fire officials to urge residents to use extra caution outdoors. Dry vegetation, low...
Habersham County Board of Education honors staff, approves calendar and personnel changes
The Habersham County Board of Education held its regular monthly meeting on Monday, December 15, 2025, to approve routine business items, recognize staff achievements,...
Habersham County recognizes Fleet Services manager as employee spotlight
CLARKESVILLE, Ga. — The Habersham County Board of Commissioners recognized Fleet Services Operations Manager Patty Lee during its meeting on Monday, Dec. 15.
Public Works...
Two critically injured in Banks County UTV crash
MAYSVILLE, Ga. — Charges are pending against the driver of a utility terrain vehicle that overturned late Saturday in Banks County. State troopers say...
Hall County Sheriff’s Office seeks public’s help locating missing woman
GAINESVILLE, Ga. — The Hall County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in locating a missing 28-year-old woman last seen Tuesday night.
Zdena...