Missing teens found safe
Two teenagers reported missing from Toccoa have been located safe following a search that began earlier this week.
According to the Stephens County Sheriff’s Office,...
Demorest amends alcohol ordinance to accommodate off-premises vendors
The Demorest City Council voted on an amendment to its alcohol ordinance on Thursday, April 3, 2025, making changes to the rules governing off-premises...
Clarkesville lifts Boil Water Advisory
Clarkesville has lifted the Boil Water Advisory for city water customers on Llewellyn and York Streets and Habersham Place.
The advisory was issued as a...
Stephens County approves grant for 3-plus miles in road improvements
A list of road improvements, paid for through a state grant, is set to come to Stephens County.
During a regular meeting Tuesday, April 8,...
Elberton man killed in rear-end collision in Hart County
Authorities say a rear-end collision on Elberton Highway claimed the life of one man in Hart County on the morning of Wednesday, April 9.
According...
Georgia Utility Watch to provide oversight of Georgia Power
(WUGA) — Georgia Power serves millions of customers across the state. A new watchdog nonprofit has formed to advocate for its customers.
A study published...
Kennesaw State students say anti-DEI from state and feds already sapping campus support
(Georgia Recorder) – Some Kennesaw State University students say they will lose access to things like free menstrual products, foods from their home country...
Georgia legislators approve redevelopment powers for Demorest
Georgia state legislators passed last week a new law granting the city of Demorest the authority to exercise a wide range of redevelopment powers...
Stephens County Jail implements new body scanner to combat contraband
In an effort to combat the introduction of illegal drugs into the county jail system, the Stephens County Board of Commissioners approved the purchase...
After Georgia Legislature’s Sine Die comes signing time for governor
ATLANTA (Georgia Recorder) — The Georgia General Assembly concluded its 2025 legislative session on Friday with the passage of roughly 400 bills and resolutions...
With new tax laws looming, Baldwin delays issuing rollback rate estimate
The Baldwin City Council is holding off on issuing an estimated rollback millage rate for now as city officials grapple with new property tax...
Banks County Sheriff’s Office responds to viral video of deputies’ comments during arrest
The Banks County Sheriff's Office is addressing public outcry following a viral video that appears to show deputies making inappropriate comments about a young...