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Fall planting season is approaching, and North Georgia Technical College is giving area gardeners an opportunity to add something new to their landscapes while supporting students at the same time. The NGTC Horticulture Plant Sale will be held September 28 through October 1 at the college’s Clarkesville campus. The four-day sale will be open from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. each day and will feature a variety of plants suitable for home gardens and landscapes. Shoppers can expect to

An afternoon of professional choral music is coming to Demorest as Lux, Northeast Georgia’s professional treble choir, takes the stage at Piedmont University. The ensemble will present “The Shape of Time” on Sunday, October 4, at 3 p.m. in the Piedmont University Chapel. The concert is free and open to the community. Rather than simply presenting a collection of choral works, the program will explore the different ways people experience time—from memories of the past and anti

By: Nora Almazan There are moments that divide life into before and after. For Cooper Boydstun and his family, that moment came at their home in Macon, during something Cooper had done countless times before. He dove into the family swimming pool. This time, however, the water level was lower than usual. With floats covering portions of the pool, Cooper misjudged the depth. In an instant, the husband and father of two suffered a devastating C6 fracture in his neck. Cooper cou

For seven days this September, Christians across denominations, communities and national borders are joining together with one common purpose: prayer. The Global Week of 24-7 Prayer is underway September 6–13, with organizers seeking to create an unbroken chain of prayer spanning nations around the world. Organized by the international 24-7 Prayer movement, the initiative encourages churches, groups and individuals to establish prayer rooms where participants sign up for diff

Abu, Habersham County Sheriff's Office's newest member (Habersham County) There’s a new four-legged member of the Habersham County Sheriff’s Office preparing to carry on an important job. K9 Abu, an explosives ordnance detection dog from Hungary, is now training alongside experienced EOD handler Lt. Eugene Kemp, stepping into the role held by K9 Roxy since 2018. Roxy officially retired from active duty on August 31, closing out more than eight years of service with the Sherif

Adults looking for a little creative downtime can trade the rush of everyday life for crafting and relaxation this September at Unicoi State Park. The park will host an Adult Only Crafting Hour every Thursday throughout September, offering participants a chance to step away from their normal routine and spend an hour creating, relaxing and enjoying some grown-up time. The crafting sessions will be held from noon to 1 p.m. at the Visitor Center. Organizers describe the weekly

A public hearing concerning a proposed eminent domain proceeding by the City of Demorest has been rescheduled. The hearing, originally scheduled for September 1 at 7 p.m., will now be held Wednesday, September 16, at 6 p.m. in the Demorest City Council Chambers at 250 Alabama Street. The hearing concerns a proposal to use eminent domain as part of an effort to expand the City of Demorest’s water system. According to the city's public notice, the property involved is identifie

The Baldwin City Council will consider an annexation and rezoning request from Cook Construction when members meet Tuesday, September 1. The council meeting begins at 6 p.m. at the Baldwin Municipal Courtroom, 155 Willingham Avenue. A public hearing on the Cook Construction annexation and rezoning petition is scheduled during the meeting, providing an opportunity for public input before council members consider the matter. The agenda does not provide additional information ab

Cornelia city leaders will meet Tuesday with decisions involving property taxes, land-use regulations and city property on the table. The Cornelia City Commission’s September 1 meeting will include a public hearing giving residents an opportunity to comment on the city’s proposed millage rate before commissioners take further action. The meeting agenda does not list the proposed rate, leaving details about what Cornelia property owners could see in the coming year to be prese

The City of Clarkesville is already looking ahead to cooler temperatures, changing leaves and one of downtown’s favorite seasonal traditions. Organizers of the 2026 Clarkesville Fall Festival are currently accepting applications from food vendors interested in participating in this year’s event. The festival will take place Saturday, October 17, from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. in downtown Clarkesville and organizers are looking for food trucks, food trailers and other mobile food-s

A stranded climber was safely rescued from the west face of Mount Yonah on Tuesday evening after becoming trapped on a small ledge approximately 260 feet above the ground. White County 911 received the call shortly after 7 p.m. on Aug. 25. The climber told dispatchers that they had become stranded while free climbing the face of the mountain. Although the climber was not injured, they were unable to safely continue up or descend from the ledge. White County Fire Services, Whi

Don Strength, Division Chief - Emergency Services Public Safety (Photo: White County) The White County Office of Public Safety celebrated the service, dedication, and accomplishments of its personnel during the inaugural White County Public Safety Awards held Saturday, August 22, at the White County Performing Arts Center. The ceremony brought together employees from Animal Control, 911 Communications, Emergency Management, and Fire Services, along with their families, county

A second Habersham County Sheriff’s Office deputy has been fired and arrested following an internal investigation into the alleged misuse of data collected through the county’s Flock license plate camera system. The Sheriff’s Office announced Monday that former Deputy Jonathan Thomas was terminated after an internal audit found he allegedly accessed retained license plate information for a personal purpose rather than for legitimate law enforcement business. According to the

Some of Northeast Georgia’s most sought-after private trout waters will take center stage this September as the Soque River Watershed Association hosts its Third Annual Soque River Private Water Trophy Fly-Fishing Event. The special evening will offer unforgettable experiences while raising money to protect the Soque River watershed. The event will be held Thursday, September 24, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. and will feature live and silent auctions offering a variety of guided fly

The Banks County Board of Commissioners will hold a called meeting Tuesday evening with the county's 2026 millage rate, a planning and zoning appeal, courthouse improvements and public safety purchases among the items scheduled for consideration. The meeting will be held Tuesday, August 25, at 6:30 p.m. in the Courthouse Annex Boardroom, located at 150 Hudson Ridge in Homer. One of the most significant items on the agenda is a resolution to adopt the 2026 millage rate. The ag

The Georgia Bureau of Investigation has been asked to conduct an independent investigation following the death of an inmate at the Banks County Detention Center. According to a news release issued by the Banks County Sheriff’s Office, the inmate died Tuesday, August 18 while in custody at the detention center. The Sheriff’s Office requested that the GBI investigate the death. Authorities have not released information regarding the circumstances surrounding the inmate’s death

Classical music will fill the Piedmont University Chapel later this month as the university's Conservatory of Music begins its new season with a free community concert. The Piedmont University Camerata, the university's resident ensemble, will perform Sunday, August 30, at 3 p.m. at the Piedmont University Chapel in Demorest. The concert will feature Piedmont University's Artists-in-Residence Heather Baird-Strachan and Rachael Fischer on violin, Scott Garrett on viola, Ismail

Members of the Grant-Reeves Veterans Honor Guard were recognized by the Board of Commissioners for their service. The Habersham County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved approximately $50.2 million in bonds to move construction of the county's new jail forward during Monday night's meeting, while commissioners also denied a proposed go-kart track following opposition from area residents. The $50.2 million bond resolution was one of the most significant items consider

The Celebration of Life for Yaretzi Romero Cantu Torres On August 23 at 6 p.m. at Raider Stadium. (Invitation Facebook) Pink will fill the stands at Raider Stadium Sunday evening, August 23, as family, friends, teammates and members of the Habersham County community come together to remember the life of 15-year-old Yaretzi Adelaida Romero Cantu Torres. A Celebration of Life for the Habersham Central High School sophomore and varsity soccer player will begin at 6 p.m. Yaretzi'

A little more color is coming to downtown as a new beautification project gets underway Monday, August 17. A section of Monroe Street on the square will be closed from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. Monday while an artist begins installing the first of three colorful crosswalk murals planned for the area. The project features a vibrant turquoise background accented with greenery and pink and white Mountain Laurel flowers. Three coordinating designs are planned, with Crosswalk C schedule