Tractor-trailer overturns, shuts down East Mize Road in Demorest
DEMOREST — A tractor-trailer overturned on East Mize Road early Friday, forcing authorities to shut down the roadway in both directions as crews worked...
Fire marshal: Hoschton house fire intentionally set; suspect arrested
HOSCHTON, Ga. — A Thursday night house fire in Hoschton is under investigation after officials determined it was intentionally set.
At approximately 7:40 p.m. on...
Rabun Gap-Nacoochee School launches land conservation project
RABUN GAP, Ga. — Rabun Gap-Nacoochee School has entered into a long-term partnership with Naturion to restore and permanently protect a tract of school-owned...
White County begins long-range planning for new courthouse, other capital projects
CLEVELAND, Ga. - The White County Board of Commissioners this week approved a new five-year comprehensive plan for the county. During that meeting, Commission...
Pedestrian-train collision in Lula ruled apparent suicide
LULA — The death of a pedestrian struck by a train Thursday afternoon in Lula appears to be a suicide, according to a preliminary...
White County United Way distributes $80,000 to local agencies
CLEVELAND (WRWH) — United Way of White County distributed $80,000 on Thursday to 12 community agencies serving residents across the county.
United Way Board Vice...
Two-vehicle crash blocks Hwy. 115, sends two to hospital
CLARKESVILLE, Ga. — A two-vehicle crash shut down Highway 115 at Peachtree Cove on Friday, blocking traffic in both directions between the White County...
Gainesville teen accused of sending 14-year-old girl’s nude photos to her teacher, classmates
GAINESVILLE, Ga. — A 19-year-old Gainesville man has been charged with multiple felony sex offenses after authorities say he groomed and exploited a 14-year-old...
Former Rabun County High School cafeteria worker charged with child molestation
CLAYTON, GA – A cafeteria employee at Rabun County High School has been terminated and arrested following an investigation into allegations of inappropriate conduct...
School leaders tie ESPLOST renewal to low millage rate, growth planning
CLEVELAND, Ga. — Habersham County school leaders on Thursday outlined a wide-ranging five-year capital plan tied to the renewal of the district’s Education Special...
‘You Are The Reason’ campaign connects county government with the community
CLARKESVILLE, Ga. - Habersham County is putting faces to services through its new customer service campaign, “You Are The Reason,” launched this year by...
Stray cat in Helen tests positive for rabies
HELEN, Ga. — A stray cat found in downtown Helen has tested positive for rabies, marking the first confirmed case of the virus in...