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Meals on Wheels gaining volunteers, but needs more

The Habersham County Senior Center has struggled to find volunteers for their Meals on Wheels program, which provides food to senior citizens who cannot...

Cornelia man charged with rape

A 22-year-old Cornelia man is in jail charged with rape. Michael Jared Stoner was arrested on November 29. "This incident occurred against an adult female...

Jury convicts Stephens County man of incest and child molestation

A Stephens County man has been convicted of incest and child molestation in the Stephens County Superior Court. Kevin Wayne Ford, 37, was convicted of...

Demorest ushers in Christmas season with outdoor celebration

Demorest kicked off its Christmas season on Wednesday with an outdoor celebration and lighting of the Christmas tree, with a special visit from Santa...

140 coats donated to Head Start in memory of teacher

There are few things in the world as warm as a teacher's love, but a coat for a child donated in a beloved teacher's...

NGTC Poinsettia sale continues through Dec. 9

If poinsettias are part of your holiday decorating plan, you may want to make North Georgia Technical College in Clarkesville a stop on your...

Akins elected to Habersham commission amid low voter turnout

Habersham County voters have elected Ty Akins as their new District 5 commissioner, with Akins receiving 65% of the vote. Akins will succeed Tim...

Another high fire danger day in extreme Northeast Georgia

Dry weather continues across Georgia and the Carolinas, increasing the risk of grass and brush fires across the region. While conditions have improved in some...

Downtown Clarkesville square designated as historic district

The downtown Clarkesville square has been listed as a historic district with the National Register of Historic Places, the city announced Monday. A historic...

Driver burned in Rabun County vehicle fire

A vehicle crashed and burned late Monday night in Rabun County, seriously injuring the driver. Around 11:45 p.m. on November 29, Rabun County Fire Station...

Lanier STEM teacher named Hall County Teacher of the Year

The Hall County School District has named Susan Howard of Lanier Elementary School its 2022-23 Teacher of the Year. Howard teaches STEM classes for grades...

Runoff election voting going smoothly in District 5, despite some bumps

Election day for the runoff between Ty Akins and Jason Hogan for the District 5 County Commission seat is underway. The District 5 seat...