Biden ‘fit to successfully execute’ presidential duties, White House doctor says
(States Newsroom) — President Joe Biden is physically fit to serve as president, his doctor said Wednesday in a report released by the White...
U.S. Supreme Court to decide Trump presidential immunity claim
(States Newsroom) — The U.S. Supreme Court on Wednesday agreed to hear former President Donald Trump’s argument that he should be immune from criminal...
Baldwin seeks suggestions for Movies in the Park
It is about that time again - Movie in the Market 2024!
The City of Baldwin is asking for your help to select your favorite...
McConnell to step down as U.S. Senate GOP leader
WASHINGTON (States Newsroom) — U.S. Sen. Mitch McConnell of Kentucky will step down as the Senate Republican leader in November, he said on the...
Suspects stole over $2K in gift cards from local store, investigators say
The Hall County Sheriff's Office is asking for your help to identify a man and woman sought in connection with the theft of thousands...
Congress brokers deal on spending deadlines to avoid shutdown
WASHINGTON (States Newsroom) — U.S. House Republicans and Senate Democrats attempting to avert a partial government shutdown brokered an agreement Wednesday to extend government...
Feb. 29 last day for construction debris dumping at county landfill
It is finally here. Having been announced in December, the Habersham County Landfill will no longer be accepting construction and demolition materials at the...
House approves bill to ease restrictions on new hospital construction in Georgia
(Georgia Recorder) — A proposal to loosen Georgia’s business regulations for health care services easily cleared the House Tuesday.
The bill, sponsored by the powerful...
County scrambles to legalize elections office move by deputizing registrars
Habersham County officials had to scramble to correct course after moving the county elections office. The Habersham County Elections and Voter Registration Office opened...
House committee chair aims to end subminimum wage for workers with disabilities
(Georgia Recorder) — Eight Georgia community rehabilitation providers are legally paying a subminimum wage to 245 workers with disabilities.
State legislation that has advanced out...
Firefighters from 3 counties battle blaze at Alto home
A Monday afternoon fire in Alto heavily damaged a house and detached garage.
The fire broke out around 3:19 p.m. at 289 Hidden Valley Drive.
Crews...
Georgia House OKs gun-related tax credits, bill to prevent tracking gun purchases
(Georgia Recorder) — The next time you buy a gun safe, trigger lock or take a class on gun safety, you could apply for...