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State mass vaccination sites switching to J&J vaccine ahead of closing

On May 21, Georgia will close its eight state-run mass vaccination sites. Between now and then, the sites will shift from administering the Pfizer vaccine to...

CDC, doctors say stop putting off routine childhood vaccinations

(GPB) — Last year, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported a drop in routine childhood vaccinations as families stayed home to slow the spread...

Flowery Branch man faces several charges for child sex abuse images

A Flowery Branch man remained in the Hall County Jail without bond Monday following his recent arrest in a Sheriff’s Office and Georgia Internet...

GBI asks for public’s help to identify fifth suspect in Barrow County woman’s murder

The Georgia Bureau of Investigation requests the public’s assistance with identifying the fifth suspect in a Gilmer County murder investigation. Authorities released photos of what...

Gainesville man among suspects sought in murder investigation

The GBI has issued a nationwide lookout for suspects wanted in the disappearance and murder of a Barrow County woman. One of those suspects...
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Three killed in two separate accidents in Hall County

It's been a tragic day on Northeast Georgia's roads, with three deaths reported in two separate accidents in Hall County. One man was killed in...

Tickets now on sale for 10th Annual VFL Duck Race

Volunteers for Literacy of Habersham County is getting ready for its 10th Annual Rubber Duck Race fundraiser. The event will be held on Saturday,...

Federal public health officials urge states to restart use of J&J vaccine

(GA Recorder) | WASHINGTON — Federal health officials now recommend states again use the COVID-19 vaccine from Johnson & Johnson, but now also hand...

State run mass vaccination sites to close next month, report says

Eight mass-vaccination sites run by the Georgia Emergency Management Agency/Homeland Security are set to close next month when their contracts expire. A report out...

Remembering COVID-19 victims

(Cleveland)- The crowd at Freedom Park was light but the enthusiasm was strong at a memorial service held Thursday to honor the 66 victims...

Habersham Commission to decide election date to fill newly vacant seat

Habersham County voters could head back to the polls early this year to decide who will fill the District 5 county commission seat left...

Kemp appoints Chastain to DFCS State Advisory Board

Governor Brian Kemp has appointed Fran Chastain of Alto to serve on the Division of Family and Children Services State Advisory Board. Chastain is...