Property values projected to climb after countywide reappraisal
Overall property values could climb by an average of at least 18% as a countywide reassessment of residential, commercial, and industrial land throughout Habersham...
A pope of the people: Locals remember Pope Francis
Public mourning and tributes continue across the globe ahead of Saturday's funeral for Pope Francis. The Argentine pontiff passed away on April 21 from...
VA Secretary to speak at Piedmont University commencement
U.S. Secretary of Veterans Affairs Doug Collins will deliver the keynote address at Piedmont University's 2025 Commencement Ceremonies. The ceremonies will take place on...
Stephens County approves investment in solar panels
Stephens County took a major step toward renewable energy and long-term taxpayer savings after approval of the installation of a solar panel system adjacent...
Gainesville woman arrested after fatal hit-and-run
A Gainesville woman has been arrested in connection with a fatal hit-and-run crash that left one man dead and another woman injured late Monday...
Man wanted in Batesville arrested in Habersham
A man sought in connection with an alleged domestic incident last weekend was taken into custody Tuesday, April 22, in the Batesville area, according...
Skateboarder critically injured in collision on way to work
A 21-year-old Gainesville man remains in critical condition after being struck by a vehicle while riding his skateboard on McEver Road Wednesday morning, the...
New company comes to Habersham’s Airport Business Park
An Arkansas-based company is expanding its operations into phase II of Habersham County's Airport Business Park.
Clear View Enterprises, a poultry supply distribution company headquartered...
US Treasury secretary says trade war with China is not ‘sustainable’
WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said in a Tuesday speech that the ongoing tariffs showdown against China is unsustainable and he...
Musk says he’ll spend less time in Washington and more time running Tesla after...
NEW YORK (AP) — Elon Musk says he’ll be spending less time in Washington slashing government costs and more time running Tesla after his...
Threats made to Chestatee High School believed to be case of swatting
Authorities believe a threatening phone call made to Chestatee High School on Monday, April 21, was likely a case of swatting, according to an...
Habersham residents rally against proposed Derelict Vehicle Ordinance
A large crowd filled the Habersham County Commission meeting Monday to oppose a proposed Derelict Vehicle Ordinance. Though the ordinance was not officially on...