White House rolls out strategy to battle fentanyl and xylazine threat
WASHINGTON (GA Recorder) — The White House is unveiling a plan to combat the growing threat of drug overdose deaths involving the combination of...
Hiker suffers allergic reaction at Panther Creek Falls
A hiker had to be rescued from Panther Creek Falls over the weekend after she suffered a possible allergic reaction to yellowjacket stings.
Just after...
Fire destroys fifth-wheel camper, contents off Antioch Church Road
A camper caught fire next to a house east of Clarkesville on Monday, forcing the residents from their home.
At 5:18 p.m., Habersham County emergency...
Biker arrested after high-speed chase through Habersham
Charges are pending against a motorcyclist who led Demorest police on a miles-long chase at speeds nearing 120 miles per hour.
Authorities arrested Darius Estavan...
Georgia DOT to close Highway 17 end of Rennie Hames Road Wednesday
The Georgia Department of Transportation will be closing Rennie Hames near RJ’s Wrecker Service (old Chuck’s BBQ) on Highway 17 on Wednesday, July 12.
Crews...
16-year-old charged with assault in pellet gun shooting on I-985
A Flowery Branch teenager has been charged as a juvenile following a Sunday afternoon shooting incident on I-985 North. The teen is accused of...
5 alleged drug traffickers arrested in Northeast Georgia
A months-long drug investigation into a fentanyl distribution organization in Jackson and Banks counties led to five arrests. Authorities also seized guns, cash, and...
Driver injured in rollover wreck on Hwy. 441 in Cornelia
An Alto man was taken to the hospital with suspected serious injuries after a rollover wreck Sunday afternoon in Cornelia.
Shortly after 3 p.m., a...
Stamp prices have gone up again
It just got more expensive to mail a letter. For the second time this year, the United States Postal Service has raised its prices....
Economy adds more jobs in June even as hiring slows
(GA Recorder) — Although hiring inched down in June, the U.S. labor market is still showing signs of strength, with unemployment falling and earnings...
Demorest expands leak protection program, addresses diversity and panhandling
Demorest is expanding a program aimed at saving its water customers money. The city council Thursday night approved a proposal from ServLine to provide...
Parks and Recreation Department adjust hours at The Ruby
The Habersham County Parks and Recreation Department is adjusting the hours of operation at the Ruby Fulbright Aquatic Center (commonly referred to as 'The...