Cornelia confronts growth, governance, and misinformation in its proposed annexation
Cornelia has entered the final stretch of a major annexation decision that would reshape the Highway 365 corridor and create the Red Apple Innovation...
The Turkey Man of Clarkesville and other free Thanksgiving celebrations
CLARKESVILLE — The fire in Eric Holbrook’s smoker throws a low orange glow across the lawn. He stands beside it in the hours before...
Beloved bakery owner remembered for being sweet as her confections
She was a wife, a mother of two children, and co-owner of Gigi’s Cupcakes with her husband Patrick. After losing her life in a tragic accident earlier this week, Jennifer...
Cornelia Police Department hosts toy drive and safety event at local Bojangles
CORNELIA, GA — The Cornelia Police Department is calling on the community to help make the holiday season brighter for local children during a...
Humane Society launches ‘Season of Saves’ holiday campaign Dec. 2
GAINESVILLE, Ga. — The Humane Society of Northeast Georgia will kick off its annual Season of Saves holiday campaign on Dec. 2, using Giving...
3 arrested in Toccoa drug trafficking investigation
TOCCOA, Ga. — Three people were arrested Thursday night after Stephens County deputies and state drug agents searched a home in Toccoa as part...
Rosary planned for Harris County brothers killed by stepfather
A rosary is planned for two Harris County brothers this Monday, November 24, at Striffler Hamby Funeral Home in Columbus. 14-year-old Brayden Swinyard and...
Wolf Creek BBQ celebrates grand opening at Babyland General Hospital
CLEVELAND, Ga. — Wolf Creek BBQ’s new BabyLand General Hospital location officially opened Friday with a ribbon-cutting ceremony that drew local visitors, longtime Cabbage...
FedEx theft ring linked to Northeast Georgia drug case
TOCCOA, Ga. — A Stephens County drug investigation has uncovered a theft ring involving FedEx Ground subcontracted delivery drivers accused of stealing packages from...
White County Chamber of Commerce receives second consecutive five star accreditation
CLEVELAND, Ga.-The U.S. Chamber of Commerce has awarded the White County Chamber of Commerce the prestigious Accreditation designation in recognition of its sound policies,...
Birthday Surprise: Gainesville man claims $10,000 lottery win
GAINESVILLE, Ga. — A Gainesville man says he got an unexpected gift on his wife’s birthday this year: a $10,000 lottery win.
Preston Fuqua, who...
Winter WonderLights opens tonight at State Botanical Garden of Georgia
ATHENS, Ga. — The State Botanical Garden of Georgia will again light up the night as Winter WonderLights opens tonight, Nov. 21, transforming the...