Stephens County investigators help track down Michigan fugitive in South Carolina
WALHALLA, S.C. — Stephens County investigators helped track down a Michigan fugitive Thursday afternoon in Walhalla, South Carolina. Authorities arrested 35-year-old Kyle Alband of...
Habersham County seeks volunteers for local boards and committees
Habersham County is inviting residents to step into public service, announcing new openings on several local boards, commissions and authorities. The county has launched...
Two arrested, over four pounds of marijuana seized in White County drug investigation
CLEVELAND, Ga. – The White County Sheriff’s Office has arrested two individuals on multiple drug charges following a traffic stop and a subsequent search warrant execution on...
Toys for Kids campaign expands as Habersham Kiwanis works to reach more families
CLARKESVILLE, Ga. — The Habersham Kiwanis Club has worked to ensure children in need have gifts under the tree through its annual “Toys for...
Braselton police chief charged with stalking, misuse of license plate system
BRASELTON, Ga. — The Georgia Bureau of Investigation has arrested Braselton Police Chief Michael Steffman on charges that he used police technology to stalk...
Alex talks affordability, health care and transparency during Clarkesville campaign stop
CLARKESVILLE, Ga. — Democratic congressional candidate Nick Alex brought his 2026 campaign to Habersham County on Thursday night, telling a receptive crowd at the...
Cornelia PD releases essential safety guide for holiday travel
CORNELIA, GA — As the holiday season arrives, bringing with it increased traffic and winter weather conditions, the Cornelia Police Department is urging motorists...
Shop smart, stay safe: Habersham Sheriff offers holiday safety reminders
HABERSHAM COUNTY, GA—With the holiday shopping season already underway, bringing crowded stores, busy parking lots, and the rush for sales, Habersham County Sheriff Robin...
UGA School of Medicine secures industry partners, looks to enroll in Fall
ATHENS, Ga. (WUGA)- The University of Georgia’s School of Medicine is projected to enroll its first class of students in the fall 2026 semester,...
Hart County Sheriff’s Office launches first ‘Shop with the Sheriff’ program
HARTWELL, Ga. — The Hart County Sheriff’s Office is launching its first “Shop with the Sheriff” program to help local children in need have...
Hall County Sheriff’s Office arrests brothers in armed robbery case
GAINESVILLE, GA – The Hall County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) announced Tuesday the arrest of two Gainesville brothers in connection with an armed robbery that...
Intense residential fire burns multiple structures north of Toccoa
STEPHENS COUNTY, Ga. — Fire crews from across Stephens County spent hours battling a massive blaze Tuesday afternoon after multiple structures caught fire on...