Habersham Co. - Habersham County Commission Chairman Stacy Hall announced today, Friday, Jan. 23, that he will not seek re-election for the District 1 seat on the Habersham County Board of Commissioners.
“It has been my...
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Habersham County Commission Chairman Stacy Hall Announces He Will Not Seek Re-Election
Habersham Schools To Hold Lottery Drawing Registration for Pre-K
Habersham Co. - Habersham...
UPDATE: Demorest Fire Called In By Arrested Man Charged With Arson
UPDATE: Demorest - On Jan. 22, Investigators with the Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner’s Office arrested Logan Michael, 22, of Demorest, for one count of Arson in the First Degree.
The charge stems from his involvement in setting fire...
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Community Help Needed To ID Theft Suspect
Habersham Co. - Habersham County Sheriff's Office is asking for the community's help in identifying an individual involved in a theft investigation.
On Dec. 7, 2019, deputies were advised of an entering auto that occurred at the Habersham Aquatic...
Ga DNR Warns of Scam: "Buy Licenses ONLY From Georgia DNR Website"
PRESS RELEASE - A scam license website has been detected by the Georgia DNR Law Enforcement Division.
This site appears...
UPDATE: Arrest Made In Overnight Apartment Fire
UPDATE - Demorest - 22-year-old Logan Joel Michael has been arrested and charged with first-degree arson in response to the late-night apartment fire.
The fire occurred at the residence of 2299 Double Bridge Rd. in Demorest...
Three People Injured Following Brush Fire Explosion In White County
Cleveland - By: Dean Dyer - Three people were injured in White County Tuesday...
1 Arrested In Overnight Demorest Fire
Demorest - An overnight structure fire in Demorest is being ruled arson.
The fire occurred at the residence of 2299 Double Bridge Rd. in Demorest Tuesday night.
Habersham County 911 dispatched emergency...
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Tuesday Afternoon Wreck Leaves 1 Dead
Habersham Co. - A Tuesday afternoon wreck claimed the life of one Athens woman.
Emergency personnel was dispatched to Ga 365 in Demorest, south of Double Bridge Road, at approximately 3:40 p.m. Tuesday.
When...
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Stephens County Board of Commissioners Adopt Resolution to Make Stephens County a Second Amendment Sanctuary County
Stephens Co. - By: Ethan Jordan - The Stephens County Board of Commissioners has voted to make Stephens County a Second...
Georgia Governor Wants More Money to Address Harassment
ATLANTA (AP) — One of Republican Brian Kemp’s first acts as Georgia governor involved revamping the state’s handling of sexual harassment complaints and placing State Inspector General Deborah Wallace in charge of the issue.
Kemp...
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Helen Sailor Serving Aboard USS Gerald R. Ford
A Helen sailor is sailing on the Atlantic Ocean while serving aboard the USS Gerald R. Ford.
Aviation Electronics Technician 1st Class Anthony Thompson, from Helen, is assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) aircraft intermediate maintenance...
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Two Men Arrested During Undercover Human Trafficking Operation
Banks Co. - Two men were arrested after Banks County Sheriff’s Office recently conducted an undercover operation targeting human trafficking, prostitution and sex crimes at a local business in the Banks Crossing area.
The investigation...
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Banks County Coach Arrested For Alleged Sexual Contact With Student
Banks Co. - An East Jackson High School assistant coach was released on bail after being arrested for allegedly having sexual contact with a student.
On Jan. 15, Michael Lee Stanley, 29, of Royston was taken into custody and charged with charged...
Georgia Congressman Among 8 Named to Trump Impeachment Team
ATLANTA (AP) — A congressman from Georgia has been named by the White House as one of eight House Republicans supporting President Donald Trump during the Senate impeachment trial that begins Tuesday.
U.S. Rep. Doug Collins...
Attention Ga Lottery Players: Be Aware of Scams
Habersham Co. - Habersham County Sheriff took to Facebook once again to warn the community of another scam.
The post reads, "Beware of scams that claim to be affiliated with the Georgia Lottery Corporation."
"If...
GA House of Reps. Passes Resolution Which Recognizes 911 and Public Safety Telecommunicators As First Responders In GA
PRESS RELEASE - The Georgia House of Representatives passed House Resolution 885, which recognizes 911 and public safety telecommunicators as first responders in Georgia.
The Resolution identifies the critical roles performed,...
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TFS Celebrates Loan Pay-Off
Tallulah Falls - PRESS RELEASE - With a dramatic flourish, school leadership celebrated the pay-off of outstanding debt incurred in 2002 for dorm renovations at Tallulah Falls School. The school retired the $3 million loan for Westmoreland Hall and...
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Mt. Airy Woman Charged With Murder, Aggravated Assault, Tampering With Evidence, And Cruelty To Children
Mt. Airy - A stabbing call in Mt. Airy resulted in one dead at the scene.
On Saturday, Jan. 18 at approximately 11:05 p.m., Habersham County E911 Dispatch received an emergency call in reference to a possible stabbing at...
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Habersham County Emergency Personnel Injured During Saturday Call
Habersham Co. - A Habersham County Emergency Personnel was injured during a Saturday evening response call.
“On Saturday evening at 17:00 (5 p.m.), Cornelia Fire and Habersham County Emergency Services M-12 was requested...
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E. Lane Gresham Candidate for Clarkesville City Council
Habersham Co. - According to Habersham County Elections Superintendent Laurel Ellison, “The only person that qualified for the City of Clarkesville Post 1 Council Seat by Friday, January 10, 2020 was E. Lane Gresham.”
“I...
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Kemp Targets Surprise Billing, Pays Homage to Isakson With Parkinson’s Research Initiative
By: Andy Miller Georgia Health News - Gov. Brian Kemp pushed for a legislative remedy for the...
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South Habersham Middle School Named Governor's 2019 Award School
Habersham Co. - During the Board of Education monthly meeting, Superintendant Matthew Cooper mentioned that South Habersham Middle School was named a Governor's 2019 Award School.
On their website, the school writes “Congratulations...
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Fever chart: Earth had its hottest decade on record in 2010s
WASHINGTON (AP) — The decade that just ended was by far the hottest ever measured on Earth, capped off by the second-warmest year on record, two U.S. agencies reported...
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Habersham County Board of Education Elects New Chairman
Habersham Co. - Habersham County elected a new Chairman for the 2020 year.
Russ Nelson was elected as the Board of Education Chairman for the 2020 school year.
Nelson has served in previous years but...
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2 Hall County Sheriff's Deputies Escaped Injury During Tuesday Morning Traffic Stop
Hall Co. - PRESS RELEASE - Two Hall County Sheriff’s Deputies escaped injury during an incident that unfolded early Tuesday morning, Jan. 14, during a traffic stop.
At approximately 1:10 a.m., Deputies pulled an adult male driver over on Mill...
Cornelia Drinking Water Safe
Cornelia, Ga – The City of Cornelia announced today that the drinking water is safe.
In an email statement, City Manager Dee Anderson writes "In December we announced that our annual lead and copper tests yielded a high...
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First Lady's GRACE Commission, DOAS to Implement Anti-Human Trafficking Training, Host Self-Defense Classes
Atlanta, GA - Today (January 13) First Lady Marty Kemp and the Georgians for Refuge, Action, Compassion, and Education (GRACE) Commission, in collaboration with the Georgia Department of Administrative Services (DOAS), launched Human Trafficking...
Habersham County Officially A 2nd Amendment Sanctuary County
Habersham Co. - Georgia’s first Second Amendment Sanctuary County is officially Habersham County after the Monday night monthly commission meeting, with a 5-0 vote.
The resolution states in part that “that all federal...
UPDATE: 2 Vehicle Wrecks Less Than 1 Hour Apart Monday Afternoon
UPDATE: Habersham Co. - Two vehicle accidents occurred less than an hour apart Monday afternoon.
Emergency Services Director Chad Black tells WCHM that around "15:34 (3:34 p.m.) Habersham County 911 received a call reporting...
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Chance to Win $2,000 for GA Students Between Ages 13-19
Georgia students between the ages of 13 to 19 have a chance to win a $2,000 scholarship for just talking about speeding.
Drive Safe Atlanta 2020 is currently accepting entries for their PSA challenge.
The...
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Audit: Georgia film program lacks oversight, ideal for fraud
ATLANTA (AP) — A state audit found that lax oversight of Georgia’s tax credit for television and movie filming makes the program an ideal environment for fraud.
Georgia’s film tax credit is politically popular, but...
Search Continues For Suspect Who Fled On Foot
Habersham Co. - The search continues for the suspect who fled on foot after the Wednesday morning wreck.
Habersham deputies resorted to a K9 search after the incident the occurred Wednesday, Jan. 8, around 5:30 a.m. on “GA 115 West of Habersham...
Doug Collins Apologizes After "Democrats Are In Love With Terrorists" Statement
Congressman Doug Collins (R-GA), took to social media to apologize for his statement earlier this week stating that Democrats are “in love with terrorists.”
Collins appeared on Lou Dobbs Tonight, where he said “They’re...
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NGTC Open House Scheduled for March 2020
Clarkesville - High school students and family members interested in learning about potentially enrolling at North Georgia Technical College are invited to the Spring 2020 Open House in March on all three campuses.
The Blairsville open...
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Richard Navarro Wins Spelling Bee
Habersham Co. - South Habersham Middle School's Richard Navarro was recently titled the Habersham County 2020 Scripps Spelling Bee winner.
The System Spelling Bee is an annual event and was held in the Habersham Central Performing...
Chamber Of Commerce Welcome Habersham Residents To Join In Capitol Trip
Habersham County Chamber of Commerce is inviting any Habersham County resident wishing to visit the State Capitol in Atlanta and visit with legislators to sign up for the Habersham County Day at the Capitol.
The event will...
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NGTC and UNG Sign Agreement Allowing Students To Transfer
Habersham Co. - North Georgia Technical College (NGTC) and the University of North Georgia (UNG) recently signed a new articulation agreement that allows students to transfer additional credit courses between the institutions. Under this new Complete...
Morning Wreck Causes Suspect To Flee Scene
Habersham Co. - Habersham deputies resorted to a K9 search after an early morning wreck led to one suspect fleeing on foot.
The incident occurred Wednesday, Jan. 8, around 5:30 a.m. on “GA 115 West of Habersham Mills Road,”...
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Family And Friends Gather To Watch Cornelia Mayor Being Sworn In
Cornelia - Cornelia has a new mayor and his name is John Borrow.
The Cornelia Community House was filled with family and friends of Borrow alongside Cornelia residents who showed up to watch their newly elected mayor be sworn...
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No Major Injuries After Serious Cleveland Wreck
Cleveland - By: Dean Dyer - According to authorities, no one was seriously injured in a two-vehicle...
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STEPHENS COUNTY E911 CONTINUES SEARCH FOR PERSON RESPONSIBLE FOR JAMMING RADIO SIGNALS
By: Ethan Jordan - The Stephens County...
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NGTC Announces President's List and Honor Roll for Fall 2019 Semester
Habersham Co. - North Georgia Technical College recently announced students named to the President’s List and Honor Roll for fall semester 2019.
The President’s List recognizes full-time students with a 4.0 GPA.
The Honor Roll recognizes...
Identity of Pilot Killed in Jasper County Plane Crashed Released
By: Ethan Jordan - The investigation continues...
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HEMC Accepting Applications for 2020 Washington Youth Tour
Habersham Co. - One hundred four motivated high school students from Georgia, representing 38 electric membership cooperatives (EMCs), answered a call to leadership on the 2019 Washington Youth Tour (WYT) last June.
The weeklong, all-expenses-paid...
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HEMC Accepting Applications for Walter Harrison Scholarship
Habersham Co. - Habersham EMC wants to help ease the financial burden of attaining a college degree with the Walter Harrison Scholarship.
The Walter Harrison Scholarship is a program sponsored by Georgia’s electric membership corporations (EMCs),...
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NGHS Reaches Agreement with Anthem
PRESS RELEASE - Northeast Georgia Health System (NGHS) and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield have announced an agreement on a new contract that covers the care NGHS provides to Anthem commercial (employer-sponsored) health plan members.
“I’m...
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HEMC CONTRACTORS WORKING ON SYSTEM INVENTORY
Habersham Co. - An HEMC contractor, Davey Resources Group (DRG), will begin an electric system inventory in the Baldwin area this week. Affected areas at this time include Duncan Bridge Road, Hwy. 365, BC Grant Road, Charlie Davis Road, Wilbanks Road,...
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Authorities Respond To Early Morning Fire In White County
White Co. - By: Stephanie Hill - Firefighters battled a blaze at the...
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Pre-Legislative Breakfast Coming Up
Habersham Co. - Today is the last day to RSVP for the Pre-Legislative Breakfast being held next Tuesday.
Senator John Wilkinson along with Representatives Terry Rogers and Chris Erwin will be on hand Tuesday morning, January 7, at 7:30 a.m.,...
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Georgia Launches 2020 Census Campaign
PRESS RELEASE - Today Governor Brian P. Kemp announced the official launch of Georgia's 2020 Census campaign - Every. One. Counts. - led by the state's Complete Count Committee. Every. One. Counts. is a marketing campaign to secure strong participation...
What To Do For "Non-Emergency" 911 Calls
Habersham Co. - If you've ever thought of what you should do if you have an emergency that is not big enough to call 911, you're not alone.
Habersham County 911 receives on average 120,000 “non-emergency” calls...
HEMC News
Habersham Co. - Habersham Electric Membership Corporation is asking the public to "Please disregard any collection notices received from third parties."
In a release, HEMC says "These notices are coming from information...
Ongoing Investigation For Car Pellet Gun Shootings
Habersham Co. - The Habersham County Sheriff’s office is investigating reports of three vehicles that have had windows shot out.
According to Habersham County Sheriff's Office Facebook, "One incident occurred near Burger King in Cornelia,...
Early Morning Fire Destroys Clarkesville Home
Clarkesville - Fire investigators are working to find the cause of an early morning fire in Clarkesville.
According to Habersham County Emergency Services Director Chad Black, "Habersham County 911 received a call at 01:54 this morning reporting...
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Man sought after setting fire at church night of Christmas
White Co. - By: Stephanie Hill - The White County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a man who set a fire at Solid Rock Baptist...
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Another Movie Being Made In White County
White Co. - By: Stephanie Hill - Movie crews returned to White County this...
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TFS senior awarded Georgia College Trustee scholarship
Tallulah Falls - A surprise visitor delivered welcome news to Sarah Edwards, a Tallulah Falls School (TFS) senior from Sautee Nacoochee. Jillian Bolak, regional admissions counselor for Georgia College was on campus Dec. 13, to present Edwards with...
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Georgia health agency warns of widespread flu, urges shots
By: APNEWS - Georgia’s public health agency is urging residents to get flu shots without delay, saying illnesses as widespread across the state.
The...
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Piedmont College and Lanier Technical College Sign Transfer Agreement
Habersham Co. - Officials with Lanier Piedmont College and Lanier Technical College have signed an articulation agreement that creates new education opportunities for Lanier Technical students who graduate with an associate’s degree in Early Childhood...
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Update On Anthem and NGHS Standoff
By: Andy Miller - A protracted battle over an insurance contract is showing signs of easing.
Thousands of Georgians with Anthem insurance have been out of network for the past three months when visiting hospitals and other...
UPDATE: Two Involved In Friday Morning Wreck Facing Charges
Habersham Co. - The driver and passenger involved in the Friday morning wreck are now facing charges.
The two individuals were sent to the hospital after a single-vehicle accident happened on Hwy 105 between Ga. Hwy 115 and...
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Holiday Hours For Habersham County
Habersham Co. - Holiday-Trash Pickup Schedule for the City of Demorest:
Next week, there will only be ONE garbage pick up - on Monday, December 23.
If your garbage is normally collected on Tuesday, please have your garbage out...
Anoxic Brain Injury Puts Family In Medical Emergency
Tallulah Falls - Joseph (Jody) Teet decided to ask the public for help involving a local family who found themselves in a medical emergency.
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Local Mom Accepting Donations For NICU Christmas Baskets
Habersham Co. - A local mom, Madison Allen, is asking for the community’s help in creating NICU Christmas baskets.
Early Morning Wreck Sends 2 To Hospital, 1 Via Air Life
Habersham Co. - Two individuals were sent to the hospital after a morning wreck this morning.
The single-vehicle accident happened on Hwy 105 between Ga. Hwy 115 and 17 around 9:15 a.m.
According...
PSA: Cornelia Drinking Water
Cornelia - The City of Cornelia released a public service announcement today regarding lead in the city’s drinking water.
“Why should everyone want to know the facts about lead and drinking water,” the announcement...
Georgia posts record-breaking November
State Labor Commissioner Mark Butler said today that Georgia’s unemployment rate hit a historic low in November even as the state set records for employment, jobs, and workforce.
The series of records in November add up...
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Helen Christmas Movie To Air Saturday
By: Dean Dyer - North Georgia residents are excited about the weekend airing of a Christmas movie, “Christmas Love Letter”, filmed in Helen back in...
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Trump impeached on charges of abuse of power, obstruction
By: The Associated Press - President Donald Trump was impeached by the U.S. House of Representatives, becoming only the third American chief executive to be formally...
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TFS STUDENTS INITIATE RELIEF EFFORT AFTER HURRICANE DORIAN
Tallulah Falls - By: Nate Roys: Tallulah Falls Intern - After the devastating losses caused by Hurricane Dorian in the Bahamas, two Tallulah Falls School (TFS) students hailing from the Bahamas decided to find a way to help, reports Nate Roys, TFS...
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Toccoa Man Indicted Killing Wife, Stabbing Neighbors
Toccoa - By: Ethan Jordan - In Stephens County, the man believed to be responsible for...
Georgia Businesses To Get Tax Break
Georgia Labor Commissioner Mark Butler announced today that nearly 250,000 Georgia businesses will get a tax break in 2020.
The $45 million cut in unemployment insurance taxes is due to the state’s booming economy.
“I’m...
Hall County Death Investigation After Finding Skeletal Remains
Hall Co. - The Hall County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after human skeletal remains were discovered in the Flowery Branch area on Thursday afternoon, Dec. 12, 2019.
Sheriff’s Deputies responded to the initial call...
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NGTC Names Employee of the Year; Honors Service Award Recipients
North Georgia Technical College (NGTC) announced the 2019 Employee of the Year winner and celebrated milestone accomplishments of several employees at the college’s annual awards banquet held this week at the Clarkesville campus.
NGTC...
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NGTC Announces Distinguished Award Winners
North Georgia Technical College (NGTC) announced the college’s distinguished award winners for the Rick Perkins Award for Excellence in Technical Instruction and the Employee of the Year at the college’s recent annual awards holiday gathering.
Allyson...
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NGTC Received 3 Top Awards
North Georgia Technical College (NGTC) received three top awards honoring board members and volunteers at the annual Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) Leadership Conference in Savannah recently.
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TFS Names All In Students Of The Month
Tallulah Falls - Tallulah Falls School faculty and staff members have named the All In Students of the Month for November for exhibiting patriotism, the highlighted theme for the month.
Honored students are freshman Aarington...
"Rest assured the city’s drinking water is safe," Says Cornelia City Manager Dee Anderson
Cornelia – Cornelia City Manager Dee Anderson recently released a press release stating that the city is announcing that the water is safe to drink.
According to the release, "Our (City of Cornelia) water customers...
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Demorest Councilman John Popham Retirement
Demorest - The City of Demorest took to social media to invite the public to attend Councilman John Popham's retirement.
The post says, "Join us in celebration of 44 years of service to the City of Demorest Tuesday evening, December 17, 6:00-7:00...
Cold Weather House Tips From Insurance And Safety Fire Commissioner
PRESS RELEASE - As we approach the end of Winter Weather Preparedness Week (December 2-6), Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner John F. King has several important home maintenance tips for Georgia consumers to ensure they are protecting their belongings...
"Welcome To The Season Of Scams," Says Habersham County Sheriff
Habersham Co. - “Welcome to the season of scams.” This is what Habersham County Sheriff Joey Terrell posted on social media earlier today.
Terrell often reminds the public to be on the lookout for scams in the area and...
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NGTC Machine Tools Program Receives Donation from Haas
Habersham Co. - (PRESS RELEASE) - North Georgia Technical College Foundation recently received a $12,000 grant from the Gene Haas Foundation to support student scholarships and student competition teams. The scholarships will be awarded to students...
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Habersham County Sheriff Office Receives H.E.A.T Grant
Habersham Co. - Habersham County Sheriff’s Office recently announced it received a grant for $19754.59 from the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety (GOHS).
The grant, which will continue through September 2020,...
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Tallulah Falls Students Contribute Record Number Of Gifts To Operation Christmas Child
Tallulah Falls - Tallulah Falls School students contributed a record number of shoebox gifts to Operation Christmas Child, a ministry of the Christian relief organization Samaritan’s Purse.
TFS middle school students...
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Chamber Holds Ribbon Cutting For AirLife Georgia
Habersham Co. - The Habersham Chamber of Commerce welcomed the new AirLife Georgia base to the neighborhood with a celebratory ribbon-cutting Wednesday morning.
Back in July of this year, the Habersham County Board of Commissioners...
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Johnston & Stamey Responses To Election Results
Habersham Co. - Tim Stamey won the race for the vacant District 5 County Commissioner seat according to the runoff election results.
Runner up, Darrin Johnston took to social media to congratulate Stamey on his win. He writes, "Today was a great...
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Gov. Brian Kemp Remarks On Loeffler
Governor Brian Kemp recently announced his pick to replace Senator Johnny Isakson at the end of the year.
Kemp's remarks are below:
From the farm to the New York Stock Exchange, Kelly Loeffler has...
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Kelly Loeffler Named As Isakson Replacement
Kelly Loeffler was recently named by Governor Brian Kemp as the replacement for Senator Johnny Isakson, who will be leaving at the end of the year due to health reasons.
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Race For District 5 County Commissioner Seat Comes To An End
Habersham Co. - The results to see who will take the vacant district 5 county commissioner seat is in.
Early voting for the runoff election ended Nov. 27. According to the election results, there was around 1,045...
Georgia Awarded an "A" for Anti-Human Trafficking Efforts
(PRESS RELEASE) Recently, Shared Hope International awarded Georgia an "A" on the strength of its laws to combat sex trafficking - an improvement from the "B" received in 2018 and the "C" from the first report card in 2011.
"I...
Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner Gives Warning For Holiday Decorating
(PRESS RELEASE) Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner John F. King is urging Georgians to use caution while decorating their homes this holiday season.
“Some people tend to go above and beyond when it comes to decorating...
ARDEO Makes Gang-Related Arrests
A several month-long illegal drug and criminal street gang investigations conducted by the ARDEO ended with two search warrants being executed at two residences in Habersham County, GA. Multiple arrests was made from Tennessee and Georgia for various...
Commissioner King Urges Caution With Holiday Cooking
ATLANTA – Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner John F. King is urging Georgians to use caution while cooking this holiday season.
“Nine Georgians have perished in cooking-related fires this year. From 2014-2018, there...
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Hall County Takes Disciplinary Action Against Jail Division Employees
Hall Co. - The Hall County Sheriff’s Office has taken disciplinary action against a small group of Jail Division employees based on their conduct at work.
An internal investigation was launched in mid-November after allegations...
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Remembering Rep. Jay Powell
With the recent passing of State Rep. Jay Powell, Georgia officials are expressing their feelings regarding the loss.
Representatives Terry Roger, Doug Collins, along with Governor Brian Kemp are among those mourning...
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Burglary Suspect Wanted
Habersham Co. - Habersham County Sheriff Joey Terrell took to Facebook to ask the public for help regarding an alleged burglary.
Terrell writes that "On 11/24/19 at approximately 100 hrs. (1 a.m.), a silver in color hatchback passenger car drove...
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Community Thanksgiving To Be Held Thursday
Habersham Co. - For those who need some Thanksgiving Day company, you can find it at the Cornelia Community House this Thursday.
Phillip Kimbrell and his wife Paula will be hosting another Thanksgiving dinner for those who...
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Car Explosion Leaves 1 Injured
Habersham Co. - An explosion call reported earlier this morning near Living Faith Lane.
At 10:12 this morning, Habersham 911 received a call reporting some “type of explosion,” at Faith Lane off Hwy 105, Director...
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Early Voting Ends Tomorrow
Habersham Co. - If you are planning to vote in the upcoming runoff election, here is what you need to know.
The runoff election is set to be held on Dec. 3.
Early voting is set to end tomorrow,...
Thanksgiving Travel Forecasts
If your Thanksgiving Day travels involve driving through Atlanta, here’s what you need to know.
Chicken House Fire In Mt. Airy
UPDATED: Mt. Airy - Emergency personnel was called out to a chicken house fire in Mt. Airy earlier this morning.
According to a report sent out by Emergency Services Director Chad Black, the fire was reported at 313 Morris...
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Habersham First Responders Get Recognized
Habersham Co. - Habersham County E911 recently stated in an online post, that “Cornelia United Methodist Church presented an appreciation plaque and a letter from Lt. Governor Geoff Duncan and Representative Terry Rogers to Cornelia Police Dept.,...
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White County Student Arrested After Terroristic Threats
White Co. - By: Dean Dyer - A White County High School student was arrested last week and charged with Terroristic Threats and...
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Clarkesville New City Manager Announced
UPDATED: Mt. Airy Woman Facing Several Charges After Wreck That Killed HCHS Student
UPDATED: Habersham Co. - Habersham Central High School (HCHS) is mourning the death of one of its students after an early morning wreck that occurred at 7:45 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 20, on Camp Creek and Wilson Road.
“One...
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NGTC Announces Top Four GOAL Student Nominees
Clarkesville - North Georgia Technical College recently announced the top four students nominated to become the college’s 2020 Georgia Occupational Award of Leadership (GOAL) recipient.
GOAL candidates are nominated by...
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Rabun County Fire Ruled Arson
Rabun Co. – Fire Investigators with the Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner’s Office are currently searching or information regarding a November 18 house fire that occurred around 4:05 P.M. in Clayton, Georgia.
“The...
Habersham Central Student Passes Away After Fatal Wreck
Habersham Co. - Habersham Central High School (HCHS) is mourning the death of one of its students after an early morning wreck.
The wreck occurred at 7:45 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 20, on Camp Creek and Wilson Road, according...
Multiple Injured In Morning Wreck
Habersham Co. - A morning wreck on Camp Creek Road in Cornelia left four individuals injured.
The wreck happened around 8 a.m. Wednesday morning, Nov. 20.
According to emergency personnel, two individuals are suffering from minor...
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Threats Against White County School Being Investigated
White Co. - By: Dean Dyer - White County School officials advise they were made aware of rumors about a threat targeting White County High School. ...
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Investigation Involving School Sexting
Habersham Co. - After an explicit video making its way through Habersham County Schools, there is an investigation to see where the video started.
“Last week, some of our high schools dealt with a situation where a pornographic...
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Early Voting Happening Now
Habersham Co. - Early voting for Habersham County began Monday, Nov. 18 and is still underway.
There will be a runoff election on Dec. 3 for the Habersham County Commissioner District 5 seat that was left vacant after the...
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Sheriff Warns Of Electric Bill Scam
Habersham Co. - Habersham County Sheriff Joey Terrell is warning the public of an electric bill scam.
In an online post, Terrell says “People are posing as electric company employees calling and asking you to pay...
Clarkesville Man Dies In White County Wreck
White Co. - A Monday afternoon crash in White County left one dead.
70-year-old Edgar H. Jones, of Clarkesville, was driving a 1990 Toyota pickup truck on Lynch Mountain Road.
Authorities state...
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Baldwin P.D. Needs Help Identifying Woman
Baldwin - The Baldwin Police Department took to social media to ask the public for help in identifying a woman they believe mistakenly took someone else’s car keys.
The Saturday post states, “Okay Baldwin we need your...
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UPDATED: Irvin Street Apartment Hit Again With Fire, Ruled Arson
Cornelia - The same apartment complex that caught fire back in Aug. caught fire once again early this morning.
Cornelia Fire Chief Billy Joe Jenkins tells WHCM that the fire department was dispatched to the residence around...
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Demorest Woman Sentenced To 7+ Years Federal Prison In Heroin Overdose Case
Habersham Co. - By: - Nick Watson, Gainesville Times - A Demorest woman was given more...
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Terry Rogers Reappointed To Georgia Film Commission
On Wednesday, November 13, Governor Brian Kemp conducted swearing-in ceremonies for 18 appointees to serve on the Georgia Film, Music, and Digital Entertainment Commission.
Among those 18 was Georgia Representative Terry Rogers.
Rogers...
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Two Arrested In White County Traffic Stop
White Co. - On Friday, September, 13, at approximately 02:04 a.m., White County Sheriff’s deputies conducted a traffic stop on Hwy 129 in the area of Poppy Dr.
The traffic stop resulted in the seizure of approximately...
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Collins Introduces Legislation to Expand Broadband Access in Rural and Low-Income Communities
WASHINGTON (PRESS RELEASE) — Rep. Doug Collins (R-Ga.) reintroduced the Gigabit Opportunity (GO) Act (H.R. 5082) to encourage broadband development in economically disadvantaged communities.
“High-speed internet access...
UPDATE: Baldwin Home Invasion Suspects Arrested
Baldwin - The second suspect in the Oct. 13 home invasion has been arrested and is being held at the Habersham County Detention Center.
Warrants were been issued for Kevin Knox, 44, of Union, South Carolina for his involvement with the home invasion....
Georgia Sets Records in October
PRESS RELEASE - State Labor Commissioner Mark Butler said today that Georgia’s unemployment rate fell in October to tie the state’s all-time low, matching a record set nearly 20 years ago.
That record wasn’t the only...
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Banks County Fire Ruled Arson
Banks Co. - Fire Investigators with the Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner’s Office have determined a fire that occurred just after 8:20 p.m. on Friday, November 8, at a Banks County storage building was intentionally set.
The...
Subfreezing Temps Expected for Tonight
Habersham Co. - Subfreezing temperatures are expected tonight with lows forecasted to be in the low 20's.
The public is asked to "Please protect your outside faucets and allow indoor faucets to drip. This will aid in preventing...
Home Heating Safety Tips
PRESS RELEASE - With below-freezing temperatures expected in parts of Georgia this week, Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner John F. King has several important home heating safety tips for Georgia consumers to ensure they are protecting their...
13 Arrested in Rabun County Investigation
Rabun Co. - The Rabun County Sheriff’s Office and the GBI - Appalachian Regional Drug Enforcement Office (ARDEO) has successfully conducted a lengthy, joint investigation which included violations of Prohibited Activities under the Racketeering...
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UPDATE: Boil Water Advisory Lifted
Clarkesville - The boil water advisory for Stewart Ln and Circle Drive Ln has been lifted.
Original Story:...
Family Loses Everything Due to Late Night Fire
Habersham Co. - A pregnant woman of 32 weeks is among the two residents who lost their home late last night due to a fire.
“Last night at roughly 10:36 p.m. we received a call for a report of a structure fire in the 100...
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Cleveland Restaurant Catches Fire
Cleveland - A Cleveland restaurant caught fire this morning, just before 11 a.m.
Authorities were dispatched to J.W. Reed’s Tavern, located at the corner of North Main Street (U.S. 129) and Ga. 75, to find it...
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Man Arrested In Rabun Co. Faces 17 Charges
Rabun Co. - On Oct. 30, dispatch provided a BOLO to all law enforcement officers in the county for a possible impaired driver.
The 911 caller stated that the vehicle was driving all over the roadway. Our deputy was...
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Common Ground Cornelia receives facade grant from Cornelia DDA
Cornelia (PRESS RELEASE) - The Cornelia Downtown Development Authority is excited to announce that Common Ground Cornelia received a facade grant when it opened its event center in downtown Cornelia.
Common Ground Cornelia...
Toccoa Issued Boil Water Advisory
Toccoa - By: Phil Hobbs - WNEG - A water connection shutoff was necessary...
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Collins Urges FCC to Expedite Orphan County Petitions
GAINESVILLE (PRESS RELEASE) —Rep. Doug Collins (R-Ga.) today sent a letter to...
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Third Confirmed Rabies Case In White County
White Co. - By: White County News - An incident involving a raccoon on Tuesday, Oct. 29, in the area of New Bridge Road is the third confirmed rabies...
Habersham County Commissioner Natalie Crawford Recognized For Academic Achievement In Lifelong Learning Academy
Habersham Co. (PRESS RELEASE) - The Association County Commissioners of Georgia (ACCG) recently honored county officials for completing requirements in the Lifelong Learning Academy. Recipients were presented with their achievement certificates during...
Program Preview Happening Monday
Clarkesville - By: MJ Kneiser - Potential North Georgia Technical College students and their parents are invited to attend the...
Stormy Weather Knocks Out Power For Nearly A Thousand Customers
Habersham Co. - Many residents have reported a power outage due to stormy weather in the area.
Habersham EMC says in a social media post, "HEMC personnel are responding to multiple scattered outages throughout the service area due to the...
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Habersham Under Flood Watch
Habersham Co. - Habersham County is under a flood watch until Thursday, Oct. 31.
According to the alert sent out by City of Cornelia:
FLOOD WATCH IN EFFECT TONIGHT THROUGH THURSDAY....Widespread...
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"We Have Been Unable To Lay Our Hands On Him," Sheriff Says Regarding Runaway Teen
Habersham Co. - Nearly a week later, a 16-year-old runaway, Mays Arthur Tomlin, has yet been found.
According to Habersham County Sheriff Joey Terrell, “He’s a troubled teen. Really is. Been in a lot of trouble.”
Terrell...
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Cornelia and Demorest Cancels Halloween Events
Habersham Co. - There is a strong possibility that Halloween may be a dud this year due to rain.
According to the National...
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Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner Gives Tips For Halloween
(PRESS RELEASE) - Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner John F. King wants to remind Georgians to keep safety in mind when decorating their homes and choosing costumes for their kids this Halloween.
“Halloween is a fun...
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TFS Yearbook Ranked ‘Superior’ In State
Tallulah Falls (PRESS RELEASE) - Tallulah Falls’ yearbook staff, Legend, received grand recognition from the Georgia Scholastic Press Association for their 2018-19 book, “All Who Wander.”
The book received the ranking...
South Carolina Man Arrested for Baldwin Home Invasion
Baldwin - On Friday, October 25, 2019, arrest warrants were taken in Habersham County for James Childers II, 38, of Union, South Carolina, for charges related to a home invasion in Baldwin, Georgia.
According...
Demorest City Council Called Meeting, Public Hearing, & Candidate Forum
Demorest - The City of Demorest will host a candidate forum before their City Council work session, public hearing, and special called meeting.
The event will be at the Demorest Municipal Building tonight, beginning at 6:00...
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Piedmont College To Host Concert, Open House Oct. 29
Demorest - The Piedmont College a cappella group, Cantabile, will present a free concert featuring works associated with the letter “B” at 5 p.m., October 29 in the Conservatory of Music recital hall. Afterward, the college will host a community...
Representative Doug Collins Praises U.S. Forces After ISIS Leader Death
Washington (PRESS RELEASE) - Rep. Doug Collins (R-Ga.) released the following statement after President Trump announced the successful raid to kill ISIS leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi.
“Today is a great day for our country...
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Sandra Deal Joins Piedmont College Board Of Trustees
Demorest - Sandra Deal, an education activist, retired language arts teacher and former First Lady of Georgia, has been appointed to the Piedmont College Board of Trustees.
As the wife of Georgia Governor Nathan Deal, Sandra...
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UPDATE: Shooting Investigation For Hall County
Hall Co. - The Hall County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations Division is investigating a shooting that injured a man on Sunday evening, October 27.
Sheriff’s Deputies along with Gainesville Police, Hall County...
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Habersham Central Stage Raiders Take Home Region For 2nd Year
Habersham Co. - The saying is that third time’s the charm. When it comes to winning the GHSA Region 8-6A One-Act Play competition, for Habersham Central High Troup 4860 the first and second time's the charm.
For the second...
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Transportation Coordinator Stephanie Walker Recognized Nationally
Habersham Co. - Transportation Coordinator Stephanie Walker is putting Habersham County on the map when it comes to school transportation safety.
Out of 93 nominations, Walker beat out the competition and was recently...
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Congratulations To The Winners Of The School Bus Safety Poster Contest
Habersham Co. - In honor of National School Bus Safety Awareness Week, Habersham County students had the opportunity to participate in a School Bus Safety Poster Contest.
Transportation Coordinator Stephanie Walker...