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Photo: Habersham County Sheriff's Office After more than eight years of service, Habersham County Sheriff’s Office K9 Roxy is getting a well-earned retirement—and the community is invited to help celebrate her. A drop-in retirement reception honoring the Explosives Ordnance Detection K9 (E.O.D.) will be held Thursday, August 27, from 10 to 10:45 a.m. in the Jury Assembly Room/County Commission Meeting Room at the Habersham County Courthouse in Clarkesville. Roxy has served wi

Habersham County residents will have an opportunity to put faces with the names and departments that serve their community during an upcoming Meet Your Government event. The county will host the event on Tuesday, September 29, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Habersham County Aquatic Center. Rather than a formal government meeting, the evening is designed to provide a relaxed and welcoming setting where residents can meet county representatives and employees, ask questions, and learn

The Habersham County Board of Commissioners will have a full agenda Monday evening, with approximately $50.2 million in general obligation bonds, a proposed go-kart and remote-control-car racing track, airport agreements, grants and annexation matters among the issues scheduled for consideration. The Board of Commissioners will meet Monday, August 17, at 6 p.m. in the Jury Assembly Room of the Habersham County Courthouse, located at 295 Llewellyn Street in Clarkesville. One o

Classic cars, community fellowship and a good cause will come together at Pitts Park as Purpose Church continues its monthly “Cruise In With a Purpose.” The community car show is held on the second Friday of each month from April through October at Pitts Park, located at 221 Sam Pitts Creek in Clarkesville. The event gives car enthusiasts a chance to show off their vehicles while giving families and spectators an opportunity to spend an afternoon enjoying some impressive ride

The Habersham County Board of Education will meet tonight, Monday, August 11, at 6 p.m., with technology purchases, personnel recommendations, employee leave policy, and recognition of outstanding service among the items on the agenda. One of the significant business items before the board will be a request to approve the purchase of 500 new Chromebooks. The agenda does not specify the proposed cost of the purchase. Board members will also consider personnel recommendations a

Where do you want your business to be a year from now—and do you have a plan for getting there? The University of Georgia Small Business Development Center is offering business owners an opportunity to take a closer look at that question during an upcoming webinar, “Improved Planning = Improved Profit.” The live online program will be held Thursday, August 20, from noon until 1 p.m. and is designed to help business owners develop strategies that can strengthen their companies

The Habersham County Airport Commission will meet Tuesday, August 11, to discuss several items related to airport operations, development, and future planning. The meeting is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. in the Executive Conference Room on the third floor of the Habersham County Administration Building, located at 130 Jacob's Way in Clarkesville. Following the call to order, invocation, Pledge of Allegiance, and public comment period, commissioners are expected to approve the minu

Jim Morgan, American Legion Post 84 Commander, Amanda Doughty DAV Chapter 15 Commander, and Cole Cleiman, WCHM 94.3FM Habersham County paused Friday to honor some of the men and women who have sacrificed greatly in service to the United States during a special Purple Heart Day Recognition BBQ Luncheon. The event was held Friday, August 7, at noon at Habersham EMC Headquarters in Clarkesville and was hosted by the Habersham County Board of Commissioners. Habersham County Commi

August is bringing plenty of opportunities for adventure, family fun, and unforgettable animal encounters at North Georgia Wildlife & Safari Park. Whether you're planning one last summer outing before school routines settle in or looking for a weekend adventure, the park offers visitors the chance to experience wildlife up close while creating memories that will last a lifetime. Guests can enjoy interactive animal experiences, learn about species from around the world, and sp

The alarm clocks are set, backpacks are packed, and excitement is in the air as Habersham County students head back to school for the first day of a new academic year. For many children, the first day brings eager anticipation. For others, it can come with butterflies, uncertainty, and a few nervous tears. Parents often experience a mix of emotions as well, from excitement to concern about new teachers, schedules, and routines. The good news is that a successful school year o

The University of Toccoa Falls is preparing to welcome students back to campus as Welcome Week 2026 kicks off a new academic year filled with opportunities to learn, connect, and grow. The annual tradition is designed to help both first-year and returning students settle into campus life while building relationships with classmates, faculty, and staff before classes begin. Activities get underway with Move-In Day, when students living on campus arrive to unpack, complete enro

Across Georgia and the nation, communities are increasingly turning to Flock Safety cameras to help law enforcement solve crimes. Supporters say the technology has helped recover stolen vehicles, locate missing persons, and identify suspects. Critics, however, question how the cameras affect privacy and whether they could be misused. So what exactly are Flock cameras, and what are the benefits and concerns surrounding them? What Are Flock Cameras? Flock Safety cameras are aut