Despite Perfect Start, Raiders Still Have Room to Improve
Just ask head coach Benji Harrison if the Raiders are satisfied with a 3-0 start for the first time in over 20 years, and he’ll tell you “there’s still room to improve.” Habersham hasn’t had a start...
View ArticleEdith Davidson
Edith Davidson, age 78, of Alto, Georgia, passed away on Tuesday, September 13, 2016. Those wishing to express online condolences to the family may do so by visiting www.whitfieldfuneralhomes.com....
View ArticlePaul Glenn Murphy
Paul Glenn Murphy, age 66 of Cornelia, passed away on Tuesday, September 13, 2016 at his residence following an extended illness. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time and will be announced...
View ArticleEducation SPLOST town hall meeting Sept. 15th
The Education SPLOST Renewal Committee will hold a Habersham County North Town Hall Meeting on Thursday night, September 15 at 6 p.m., at North Georgia Technical College’s Clegg Auditorium....
View ArticleExcellence
I have always believed in the power of excellence. As a business major in college, I quickly learned that excellence is a key ingredient in gaining a competitive advantage. Businesses that are...
View ArticleRabies Clinic September 24th!
Rain or shine we will be there! SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 24th 2-5 PM Clarkesville and Cornelia Veterinary Hospitals are partnering with The Torch! Last years “Drive Thru” Rabies Clinic was such a...
View ArticlePiedmont Freshman Breaks School Cross Country Record
Freshman NATHAN GALLOWAY stole the show Saturday morning breaking the Piedmont men’s cross country freshman school record 8k time with a 27:48, also earning the #2 all-time spot. The Lions finished...
View ArticleREMINDER Public input sought on internet service in Georgia
Northeast Georgians have had a lot to say about their internet service – or lack thereof – through the years. Now, state lawmakers want to hear about your online experiences in person. The Joint...
View Article‘Give Em the Ol’ Razzle Dazzle’—Piedmont College Theatre presents ‘Chicago’
Piedmont College Theatre kicks off its 2016-2017 season with the hit musical Chicago. Set in the Roaring Twenties, the show centers around nightclub star Velma Kelly and chorus girl Roxie Hart, who...
View ArticleFRESH & LOCAL at the Clarkesville Farmers Market, September 17
As you’re out and about Saturday morning, come by and check out a new vendor at CFM: Granola Bar and Grill. Owners Jimmy and Patty Depew specialize in artisan granola bar bites called Rock-N-Ola...
View ArticleFour NGTC students medal at SkillsUSA National Championships
NGTC students Mike Allen, Kristen Dignen, Caleb Sowell and Nathan Miller brought medals home to Northeast Georgia after competing in the SkillsUSA National Championships in Louisville, Kentucky. Four...
View ArticleMake it Two Golds for McKenzie Coan; 3 Events Remaining
Clarkesville’s two-time Paralympian McKenzie Coan continues to have a breakout performance in Rio’s Paralympics, earning her second gold medal in the last week. With four events down, Coan has three...
View ArticleLife in Motion: Winning in Rio
Paralympian McKenzie Coan of Clarkesville, Georgia celebrates her gold-winning victory in the women’s 50-meter freestyle with her family in Rio. Here McKenzie (center) is pictured with her parents,...
View ArticleESPLOST Town Hall Meeting Tonight
A town hall meeting will be held this evening to discuss the upcoming vote on whether to extend Habersham County’s Educational Special Local Option Sales Tax. The issue will be on the ballot in...
View Article7-Day Forecast
It’s safe to say the wheels have fallen off our chances of rain this upcoming weekend. Expect sunny skies to reign yet again today with just an isolated afternoon shower or storm expected. Highs will...
View ArticleFootball Forecast: Stephens County
We’ll have sunny skies and warm temps for the game at Stephens County tonight. Expect nice, albeit warm, temps as the Habersham Central Raiders try to go 4-o tonight against Stephens County. Temps...
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NHMS August TOP Cats
North Habersham Middle School has named it’s first group of Top Cats for the 2016-17 school year. Students were selected by their teachers for hard work, positive attitude, and showing kindness to...
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Big Red Apple Festival Oct. 12th
The Big Red Apple Festival returns to Cornelia on Saturday, October 8th. The annual event, now in its 29th year, will run from 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. It will feature arts and crafts, a car show, kids fun...
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TFS sixth grader donates to Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta
Mason Dawe, a sixth grader from Demorest, celebrated his 12th birthday in a special way. Instead of birthday gifts, Mason asked his friends to make a monetary contribution to Children’s Healthcare of...
View ArticleFriday Night Preview: Habersham Among Unbeaten Teams, Battle Rivals On the Road
Week 3 featured a number of blowouts by our local teams, but Habersham Central’s nail-biter over Franklin proved to be one of the best games across northeast Georgia. Entering week four, Habersham,...
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