Demorest balances infrastructure and accountability amid rising property values
DEMOREST — Demorest city leaders are putting their focus on maintenance and steady finances as they enter the new budget year. Officials approved contracts...
Athens Police detain suspects after gunshot reported near courthouse
ATHENS — The Athens-Clarke County Police Department (ACCPD) detained several suspects Wednesday morning following a report of a gunshot fired near the city's courthouse.
The...
Cornelia holds millage rate steady, approves 2026 budget
CORNELIA — The Cornelia City Commission voted unanimously Tuesday to keep its 2026 millage rate at 9.5 mills during its regular October meeting.
While the...
White County commissioners explore financing options for new county library
The White County Board of Commissioners is searching out different options to finance the construction of a new county public library.
The commissioners had hoped...
Cornelia, Scouts and Kiwanis join forces to restore historic scout hut
CORNELIA — Nearly a century after Boy Scout Troop 24 was founded, the City of Cornelia has pledged its support to help restore the...
Government shutdown affecting construction of Cleveland’s new wastewater treatment facility
The government funding stalemate and the resulting government shutdown have hit home in Cleveland.
City Manager Kevin Harris told the city council earlier this week...
Boil water advisory lifted for Grant Street
CLARKESVILLE, Ga. — The City of Clarkesville has lifted its boil water advisory for Grant Street between Mary Street and Loving Hills.
The advisory was...
Clarkesville Council adopts $5.6 million budget, keeps millage rate level under new formula
CLARKESVILLE — The Clarkesville City Council voted Monday to approve its proposed $5.6 million budget and a millage rate of 13.57 mills for fiscal...
Habersham schools earn top state, regional marks for achievement
Habersham County Schools are celebrating a record milestone after the Georgia Department of Education released its 2025 College and Career Ready Performance Index (CCRPI)...
Service, spirit, and success recognized at Habersham school board meeting
Fresh off being named the top-ranked school system in the Pioneer RESA region, Habersham County Schools turned Thursday’s board meeting into a showcase of...
White County to host FLOST open house Oct. 14
CLEVELAND, Ga. — White County will host a public information open house on Tuesday, Oct. 14, to give residents a chance to learn more...
Habersham School District reports steady revenues, strong local collections in FY 2026
Habersham County Schools remain on solid financial footing midway through the first quarter of FY 2026, according to Finance Director Staci Newsome. Presenting the...