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Cleveland man charged after weekend motorcycle chase

Authorities charged a Cleveland man with theft, DUI, and multiple traffic offenses after he allegedly led them on a chase through Hall County on...

Qualifying for local elections opens August 16

Local elections are still three months away, but if you're considering a possible run, you better decide soon. The qualifying period for Habersham County's...

Banks County Sheriff: Armed suspect shot after firing on deputies

The Banks County Sheriff's Office has confirmed the gunman who fired on deputies Saturday was the same person of interest officials were seeking in...

Anna Ruby Falls to close for repairs

One of Northeast Georgia's most popular outdoor tourist destinations is closing several days this month for safety repairs. Anna Ruby Falls near Helen will be...

‘Cruise-In’ for Battle of the Heroes August 14

After being canceled last year due to COVID, the Battle of the Heroes is back! This year, the annual flag football fundraiser offers something...

HABCO sheriff’s office delivers tools for schools on opening day

After months of collecting donations to help students, the Habersham County Sheriff's Office delivered those donations on the first day of school Friday. Sheriff Joey...

Jury convicts Cornelia man of raping, sexually assaulting young relatives

A Cornelia man is awaiting sentencing after jurors convicted him of multiple sex crimes against children this week, including rape. According to Mountain Judicial Circuit...

Georgia’s COVID mask and vaccine drama on full display at Athens City Hall

ATHENS (GA Recorder) — If you’re heading to Athens, don’t forget to pack your mask. Athens-Clarke County joined Savannah and Atlanta in reinstating COVID-19 restrictions...

Cleveland developing short term rental regulations

The City of Cleveland could soon allow residents a better opportunity to use their property for Short Term Rental purposes. At Monday’s city council meeting,...

Some COVID protocols reinstated as local case numbers rise

Northeast Georgia is in the midst of a fourth COVID wave, and it's causing some local agencies and hospitals to reinstate safety protocols. Habersham County...

Officials warn of asphalt paving scam targeting seniors

White County residents are being warned about a scam involving asphalt paving. White County Commissioner Edwin Nix issued a warning during this week’s county...

Arrendale Prison accused of inhumane treatment by SCHR

A warning letter sent to the Lee Arrendale State Prison by the Southern Center for Human Rights (SCHR) enumerates several claims of inhumane treatment...