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Four nabbed in Stephens County drug bust

A coordinated operation led by the Stephens County Sheriff’s Office resulted in the arrest of four individuals and the seizure of illegal drugs, firearms,...

Several injured in multi-vehicle wreck in Demorest

Three people were injured in a multi-vehicle crash on GA 105 in Demorest Wednesday evening. The wreck, involving a pickup and two passenger cars,...

One dead, two injured in Jackson County fire

One person is dead and two others were hospitalized following a residential fire early Wednesday morning in the city of Pendergrass. The North Jackson Fire...

Grant-Reeves VFW and Habersham EMS to hold CPR classes for free

On Saturday, May 3, the Grant-Reeves VFW Post #7720 in conjunction with the Habersham County Emergency Services will hold CPR Classes free of charge....

Gainesville man charged after fatal wreck

A 19-year-old Gainesville man has been charged in connection with a deadly crash that claimed the life of a 35-year-old passenger last week. According to...

Demorest pavilion nears completion

The pavilion in downtown Demorest – a main hub for entertainment and events – is nearing completion after extensive restoration. Plans for the upgraded design...

Habersham delegation talks 2025 legislative session

Habersham County's delegation of state lawmakers convened at Fairfield Inn and Suites in Cornelia Wednesday, April 30, and briefed members of the community on...

Habersham authorities release photo of cannonball detonated by GBI

Authorities safely detonated a Civil War-era cannonball Tuesday, April 29, after it was discovered leaking volatile black powder at a home in the Fairview...

Baldwin in compliance with audit requirements, despite former mayor’s accusations

While Now Habersham verified the city of Baldwin is in full-compliance with state audit requirements, former Mayor Joe Elam accused city officials of failure...

Longstreet Clinic to join NGHS

Longstreet Clinic will officially become part of Northeast Georgia Health System (NGHS) in the fourth quarter of 2025, the two healthcare organizations announced Wednesday,...

Partnership Habersham’s Charlie Fiveash resigns

The Executive Director of Partnership Habersham has resigned effective Wednesday, April 30. Partnership Habersham Chairman Rope Roberts made the announcement through an email Wednesday...

Tim Sims outlines priorities as new Habersham County Manager

Newly appointed Habersham County Manager Tim Sims is stepping into his role with a full plate and a clear set of goals aimed at...