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America’s Thrift is bringing more than 24,000 square feet of secondhand clothing, furniture and home goods to Gainesville later this month.

Habersham County is encouraging property owners to attend an upcomingopen house to learn more about the proposed Unified DevelopmentOrdinance (UDO) and review how the proposed mapping changes may affecttheir property. The open house will be held on June 11 in the Second FloorConference Room of the Habersham County Administration Building, 9:00-11:00 or 6:00-8:00. Residents may […]

Gainesville Mayor Zack Thompson is asking the Georgia Department of Transportation to consider several changes to its planned Green Street improvement project as community opposition continues to grow over potential impacts to the historic corridor.

(GA. NEWS NETWORK) *Statesboro city officials are allowing a little leeway for data centers. The council approved a new ordinance last night that will allow for proposals, but several regulations must be met. That includes a special use permit requirement and a sound study.   *A petition called “Abolish Pet Rent” urges the federal government […]

The state Supreme Court (SCOGA) ruled Tuesday that executions in Georgia, including that of a prisoner who was convicted of a Hall County murder nearly 30 years ago, are no longer going to be delayed by a COVID-era exception. Georgia News Network reports the court overturned a judge’s ruling that the COVID vaccine is still […]

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp will not extend the motor fuel tax suspension that expired.

DEMOREST, Ga. — This year, the Grand Marshal of Demorest’s Glorious Fourth of July Parade honors an organization that has spent more than 90 years serving the community. The Demorest Woman’s Club was officially announced as the Grand Marshal of this year’s parade during Monday night’s Demorest City Council meeting. Before the meeting began, councilman […]

Two Gainesville homeless camps were cleared of people living in them this week, and police are defending the action. A police spokesman tells CBS News Atlanta the occupants had been ordered to leave what is private property near Monroe Drive and Athens Highway by Monday night or face possible arrest. The homeless had been living […]

A helicopter carrying a newlywed couple struck multiple tall trees before crashing into the ground on May 29, killing the pilot and groom and injuring the bride, according to the NTSB.

DEMOREST, Ga. — The City of Demorest has selected Stereo Superstar as the musical headliner for its annual Fourth of July celebration. The selection was made during Tuesday night’s Demorest City Council meeting, held June 2. Known for its energetic performances and crowd participation, Stereo Superstar describes itself as a “high-octane dance-rock machine” that keeps […]

Lula Elementary principal Lynette Scheman will be the next principal of Myers Elementary School, according to a Hall County Schools press release.

Jeremy Boleman will be the next principal of Spout Springs Elementary School.

The Hall County Master Gardener Extension Volunteer program is letting its newest gardeners plant roots with an inaugural competition showcasing their creativity.

Defensive back becomes the third Red Elephants senior to commit to a Power Four conference program since the weekend.

Hall County commissioner candidates for District 1 and District 3 participated in a forum to share their ideas and perspectives at the Gainesville Civic Center Monday, June 1.

Father’s Day is the perfect excuse to skip the cooking and treat Dad to a meal he’ll actually remember.

A former Gainesville dental office could become an array of beauty and wellness offices.

The following are among the food service establishments inspected by the Hall County Environmental Health Department.

ATLANTA (Georgia Recorder) – Lt. Gov. Burt Jones and wealthy healthcare executive Rick Jackson, both Republican candidates for governor, took differing campaign approaches Monday after Jackson missed a debate organized by the Atlanta Press Club, where Jones used an empty podium to continuously blast Jackson. Jones and Jackson will compete in the June 16 primary […]

CLARKESVILLE, Ga. — A Cleveland man faces possible charges following a single-vehicle rollover wreck Monday afternoon on GA 197 north of Clarkesville. The wreck seriously injured a passenger in the vehicle, according to the Georgia State Patrol. The crash happened around 5:39 p.m. June 1 on GA 197 just north of Mill Creek Road. State […]

MOUNT AIRY — The Mount Airy Town Council unanimously approved a six-month extension of the town’s subdivision moratorium Monday night while also moving forward with agreements for road paving and fire protection services. Moratorium extended while town awaits county development code Mayor Adam Tullis said the moratorium extension will give the town additional time to […]

HARTWELL, Ga. — A Hartwell man is facing multiple charges after deputies say he fled from law enforcement following a domestic violence incident Sunday night. According to the Hart County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were dispatched to a residence on Forest Circle shortly after 8 p.m. on May 31 in response to a reported physical domestic […]

HABERSHAM COUNTY, Ga. — A portion of Ga. 197 North was temporarily closed Monday evening following a wreck involving injuries. According to the Habersham County Sheriff’s Office, the highway was closed around 5:10 p.m. between “the dip” and Old Burton Road while emergency responders worked at the scene. The Georgia State Patrol is investigating the […]

CORNELIA, Ga. — The City of Cornelia has been selected as one of five Georgia communities to participate in the Red Clay Creative Cohort, a statewide creative placemaking initiative supported by the Georgia Council for the Arts and Springboard for the Arts. As part of the program, Cornelia will receive $20,000 in project funding, along […]

ATLANTA — Millions of Georgia Power customers will see a small decrease in their electric bills beginning June 1 after state regulators approved agreements that lower fuel costs and spread out the cost of cleaning up damage from Hurricane Helene. The Georgia Public Service Commission voted unanimously on May 28 to approve separate agreements covering […]

BALDWIN, Ga. — Baldwin city leaders will continue work on the city’s FY 2027 budget Tuesday as officials attempt to reconcile financial discrepancies, account for previously unbudgeted expenses and develop a more accurate picture of the city’s finances ahead of a June budget deadline. The Baldwin City Council is scheduled to meet at 6 p.m. […]

BALDWIN, Ga. — A Baldwin man was involved in a crash Wednesday night when a vehicle fleeing law enforcement crossed into oncoming traffic on Duncan Bridge Road, according to the Georgia State Patrol. Georgia State Patrol Public Information Officer Courtney Lund said a Dodge Charger driven by an unidentified suspect was traveling westbound on Ga. […]

CORNELIA, Ga. — Georgia Institute of Technology President Ángel Cabrera will make a stop in Cornelia next month as part of his annual President’s Summer Tour, bringing one of the nation’s most prominent higher education leaders to Habersham County. Cabrera, who has served as president of Georgia Tech since 2019, is scheduled to visit Community […]

ESPN to provide a big stage as the Red Elephants kick off the 2026 season on ESPN against defending Class 6A champ Buford.

Two people were killed and one injured when a helicopter crashed in southwest Dawson County on Friday.

A combination of modern technology and strong interagency relationships helped authorities safely recover a missing 12-year-old Habersham County girl last week, according to the Habersham County Sheriff’s Office. The girl was reported missing from the Mt. Airy area on Thursday, May 21. During an onsite investigation and area search, deputies determined the juvenile had left […]

CORNELIA, Ga. — A new documentary chronicling the history and legacy of Cornelia’s iconic Big Red Apple will make its public debut on Saturday, June 6, following the monument’s 100th anniversary unveiling ceremony. Produced by Habersham History, The Big Red Apple – A 100-Year Legacy explores the story behind one of Northeast Georgia’s most recognizable […]

BALDWIN, Ga. — A series of capital equipment costs, funding reallocations and delayed payments are driving increases in Baldwin’s fire and police budgets in the city’s draft FY 2027 plan, officials said during a May 19 council meeting. City officials said the higher costs are largely tied to updated vendor pricing, shifting funding sources and […]

BALDWIN, Ga. — Baldwin officials spent a May 19 special-called meeting rebuilding the city’s draft FY 2027 budget line by line as a newly hired finance director identified prior-year allocation issues and outlined a shift toward monthly reporting, fund-level transparency and real-time financial tracking. City Manager Tiera Morrison and Finance Director Angela Adams presented a […]

CLARKESVILLE — Plans for the city’s old courthouse property are moving into a more defined phase, with city officials outlining a proposed fire station location, future hotel development and a broader public-private redevelopment strategy during a Clarkesville Downtown Development Authority meeting. City leaders said the property is already divided into two parcels and could soon […]

WEEKEND EVENTS MAY 29-31, 2026 FESTIVALS & EVENTS Event Name: Hall County Community Celebration, Gainesville Event Date & Time: Friday, May 29, 6 – 9 p.m. Event Location: Hall County Government Center, 2875 Browns Bridge Rd., Gainesville Event Details: Join Hall County Government and the Board of Commissioners for a FREE, family-friendly evening of fun, […]

GOP U.S. Senate Candidate Mike Collins stopped by Decoy on the Downtown Gainesville Square to make his case to potential runoff voters. Collins touted his own resumé as Georgia’s 10th Congressional District Representative since 2022. He also took the opportunity to rail against Incumbent Senator Jon Ossoff (D), deciding not to speak about his runoff […]

The trial for the teenage boy accused in the deadly 2024 shooting at Apalachee High School will likely be moved to outside of Barrow County. Colt Gray appeared in Barrow County Superior Court Thursday, May 28, for a status hearing in the ongoing case. During the hearing, the defense said it would continue with its […]

Two women were arrested in Gwinnett County after authorities say they were found with nearly $1 million worth of counterfeit designer merchandise earlier this month. The Gwinnett County Police Department said officers received a complaint from a citizen about the fake merchandise being sold both online and in person. The suspects were identified by police […]

HABERSHAM COUNTY, Ga. — Habersham County residents will have a free opportunity next week to dispose of old tires as county leaders launch a weeklong tire amnesty event aimed at reducing illegal dumping and cleaning up roadways and waterways. The event will run June 1-6 at the Habersham County Landfill, located at 4900 Dicks Hill […]

Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr has joined a bipartisan coalition of attorneys general in support of a new act for online protections for children. The coalition shows support for the U.S. Senate’s version of the Kids Online Safety Act and includes a key Duty of Care provision requiring online platforms to act in the best […]

Updated Post:  Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 6;55 a.m. The search continues for suspects fleeing from Banks and Habersham County law enforcement agencies on Wednesday May 27, 2026, while the number of suspects in custody and at-large has been updated. A social media post from Habersham County Sheriff’s Office late Wednesday evening reports that there […]

BALDWIN, Ga. — Multiple law enforcement agencies remained active in the Baldwin area Wednesday night after a vehicle pursuit that began in Banks County ended in Habersham County with several suspects fleeing on foot. According to the Baldwin Police Department and the Habersham County Sheriff’s Office, Banks County deputies pursued a vehicle into Habersham County, […]

UPDATE published on May 27, 2026 @ 1:15 p.m.: Details on the locating of a previously missing 12-year-old girl from Habersham County have been revealed. According to the Habersham County Sheriff’s Office, they utilized Flock Safety, a private third-party company with nearly 100,000 cameras across the country that partners with law enforcement. An onsite investigation […]

CLEVELAND, Ga. — A Cleveland man wanted for murder in Franklin County was arrested Tuesday morning following a brief standoff at a Hood Street residence, according to police. The incident began around 11 a.m. Tuesday, May 26, when Cleveland police officers were conducting a follow-up investigation into an earlier assault reported at the home. During […]

CLARKESVILLE — During its work session Tuesday, the Clarkesville City Council received updates this week on a wide range of grant applications spanning infrastructure, public safety, and planning initiatives, while also getting an early look at a proposed budget amendment that could draw on city reserves. Grants Administrator Sara Burke outlined progress on several funding […]

Longstreet Clinic at Northeast Georgia Health System has hired two new OB/GYN providers. The Obstetrics and Gynecology department has announced Urania Davis, DO, and Heather Laflam, a certified nurse midwife, as the new additions to the team. Dr. Davis is a board-certified obstetrician and gynecologist with more than eight years of experience in comprehensive women’s […]

The Clarkesville City Council will hold a work session Tuesday evening with discussions planned on grant opportunities, transportation planning, budget amendments and ongoing city maintenance concerns. The meeting is scheduled for 5 p.m. on May 26. Among the unfinished business items, council members are expected to discuss yard debris pickup and right-of-way maintenance within the […]

The Baldwin City Council will hold a special called meeting on Thursday, May 28, at 6 p.m. According to a meeting notice released by the city, the meeting will take place at the Baldwin Police Department Training Facility, located at 155 Willingham Avenue in Baldwin. The training facility is located behind the police department. No […]

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Communities across Northeast Georgia will pause Monday to honor the men and women who died while serving in the United States military as local governments, veterans organizations and civic groups host Memorial Day ceremonies and observances throughout the region. Habersham County A Memorial Day ceremony is scheduled for 10 a.m. at VFW Memorial Park, located […]

ATLANTA, Ga. — Georgia’s Memorial Day holiday travel death toll has climbed to six as millions of travelers continue hitting the roads across the state for the busy holiday weekend. The Georgia Department of Public Safety said the 78-hour Memorial Day holiday travel period began at 6 p.m. Friday, May 22, and runs through midnight […]

U.S. Senate Candidate and Representative for Georgia’s 10th Congressional District Mike Collins has dismissed his former chief of staff. The controversial post The dismissal was reported by the Atlanta Journal-Constitution on Friday. The post in question was a reply to political contributor Luke Thompson’s post about polling numbers for the GOP Senate runoff. “48 hours […]

MT. AIRY, Ga. — Members of the Habersham Central High School Class of 2026 crossed the stage Friday night as messages of perseverance, faith, gratitude and personal growth echoed throughout Raider Stadium. Student speakers reflected on the challenges and milestones that shaped their high school years, while country music star and Habersham Central alumna Kimberly […]

CLEVELAND, Ga. –  Despite threatening weather throughout the day, White County School District officials managed to hold an outdoor graduation ceremony Friday night for the White County High School Class of 2026. A line of showers and thunderstorms near the scheduled early start time of 5:30 p.m. prompted officials to temporarily delay the event while […]

Dark clouds and heavy rain may have delayed the start of Friday night’s graduation ceremony at Habersham Central High School, but nothing could dampen the excitement surrounding the Class of 2026. Families and friends packed Raider Stadium as roughly 465 graduates gathered to celebrate the end of their high school chapter and the beginning of […]

MT. AIRY, Ga. — Kimberly Schlapman returned to her roots Thursday night as Habersham Central High School honored the country music star with its Lifetime Achievement Award ahead of graduation ceremonies for the Class of 2026. School leaders, family members, friends and community supporters gathered at the school to celebrate Schlapman’s career achievements and the […]

STATE PATROL NARRATIVE: “Thursday at 11:40 AM, a trooper from the Gainesville Post of the Georgia State Patrol responded to Spout Springs Road to investigation a traffic crash involving a Honda Elantra and a Nissan Altima.  Upon arrival, the trooper determined the Nissan Altima was traveling north on Spout Springs Road and failed to maintain […]

GAINESVILLE, Ga. — Multiple railroad crossings in Hall County are expected to remain closed into early Friday morning after a Norfolk Southern freight train derailed Thursday when it struck a flatbed tractor-trailer hauling an excavator at the Yonah-Homer Road crossing. In an 11:30 p.m. update Thursday, authorities said Norfolk Southern crews were continuing cleanup operations […]

CLARKESVILLE, GA – North Georgia Technical College recently celebrated 181 graduates during its spring 2026 commencement ceremony in Clarkesville, highlighting the college’s reach across Northeast Georgia and beyond. The graduating class represented students from more than two dozen Georgia counties, along with students from North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee and Arkansas. Habersham County produced the […]