LOCAL NEWS

By: Brian Wellmeier A suspect was shot and killed Wednesday after opening fire on deputies during a pursuit along Interstate 85, according to the Banks County Sheriff’s Office. Police say the incident occurred April 8 near the 150-mile marker on I-85. Deputies were responding to a BOLO issued out of Jackson County in connection with a reported road rage incident when they located the suspect vehicle and attempted a traffic stop. Authorities said the driver refused to stop, le

By: Nora Almazan Families filled the halls of Hazel Grove Elementary School (HGES) Monday evening, April 7, as the school hosted a special Arts & Academics Night, celebrating the creativity and imagination of its students. From 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., students, teachers, parents and grandparents had the opportunity to walk through the school and view artwork created by students across multiple grade levels. The event transformed the school into a vibrant gallery, with colorful pain

By: Brian Wellmeier As the May primary approaches, two Republican candidates have qualified for the District 2 seat on the Habersham County Commission. Former commissioner Andrea Harper will face local business owner Shelley Tullis in the May 19 primary. The winner will advance to the Nov. 3 general election, as current Commissioner Dustin Mealor’s term expires Dec. 31. The candidate elected in November will be sworn in in January. WCHM Radio spoke with both candidates. They

Clarkesville residents and visitors alike will once again have the opportunity to enjoy fresh local food, handmade goods, and community fellowship when the Clarkesville Growers & Makers Farmers Market returns this spring. Beginning in May, the market will be held every Saturday morning from 8:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in downtown Clarkesville by the gazebo, offering a vibrant gathering place for farmers, artisans, and shoppers looking to support local businesses. Farmers markets h

The White County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after what appear to be human skeletal remains were discovered in the Bonair area on April 5. According to information released by the White County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to a call for service earlier in the day. Upon arrival, officers located what are believed to be human skeletal remains. Authorities say the remains have not yet been identified. Due to the nature of the discovery, a significant law enforcement