Piedmont College marks 120th year with fall Convocation service
Piedmont College freshmen gathered in the Chapel on Tuesday, Aug. 29, 2017, for a Convocation service to officially mark the start of the college’s 120th year. President James F. Mellichamp welcomed...
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Former Habersham County teacher offers firsthand account of Hurricane Harvey
Priscilla Chastain of Cypress, Texas, formerly of Habersham, is weathering the storm in Texas with her son, Levi. The two moved to the Houston suburb several years ago after Chastain took a job...
View ArticleA helping hand for animals
Since Hands for Paws’ inception, local community members have been rallying behind the organization’s cause to help North Georgia’s cat population. What Hands for Paws provides is a local alternative...
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TFS coaches name Indians of the Week
Tallulah Falls School coaches have selected their Indian athletes of the week for Aug. 14-19. MIDDLE SCHOOL BOY – Charlie Cody Eighth grader Charlie Cody of Cornelia was selected as a Tallulah...
View ArticleMethodist churches accepting donations for Texas storm relief
Now that the flood waters are receding in Houston and the clean-up begins, the scammers will be out in full force. Don’t get scammed! Make sure you are contributing to a reliable organization. The...
View ArticleR.B. Armour
R.B. Armour, age 93, of Lula, Georgia, passed away on Tuesday, August 29, 2017. Mr. Armour was born on April 15, 1924, in Hall County, Georgia; a son of the late Hance and Beulah Leech Armour. In...
View ArticleModeree Ausburn Sisk
Moderee Ausburn Sisk, age 90, of Homer, Georgia, finished her earthly chores on Wednesday, August 30, 2017. Mrs. Sisk was born on August 29, 1927, in Banks County, Georgia, to the late Dock and Dellar...
View ArticleGDOT: Plan ahead for Labor Day travel
Heavy traffic expected in and around Atlanta as the city plays host to several major holiday weekend events ATLANTA – To ease traffic congestion statewide during the Labor Day holiday weekend, the...
View ArticleStephens County Hospital eliminates 61 positions
Stephens County Hospital moves to eliminate dozens of positions. Wednesday morning, the Hospital Authority Board announced the elimination of 61 positions. The move comes with an additional hiring...
View ArticleWallace D. Dahlstrand, Sr.
Wallace D. Dahlstrand, Sr., age 87, of Demorest, Georgia passed away on Wednesday, August 30, 2017 following a sudden illness. Mr. Dahlstrand was born on February 28, 1930 in Stamford, Connecticut to...
View ArticleNancy Annette Canup
Nancy Annette Canup, age 79, of Mt. Airy, Georgia, passed away on Wednesday, August 30, 2017, following an extended illness. Mrs. Canup was born on February 21, 1938, in Habersham County, Georgia, to...
View ArticleTalks continue between Habersham Medical Center and Northeast Georgia Health...
Commission Chair says decision on possible partnership may be reached by the end of the year Talks continue about a possible partnership between Habersham Medical Center (HMC) and Northeast Georgia...
View ArticleRaider Preview: Habersham, White County set for litmus test
Habersham Central and White County remain unbeaten as we enter Week 2, and they’ll both square off in Mt. Airy in what will be a great litmus test for both teams. Habersham put up school records in...
View ArticleWind advisory in effect for much of North Georgia; possible severe weather...
The National Weather Service (NWS) in Peachtree City has issued a Wind Advisory for much of northern Georgia. The advisory is in effect until 8 p.m. Friday. The advisory area covers the higher...
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Donation drop off for hurricane victims at Cleveland Walmart
Donations for Hurricane Harvey victims are being accepted through Sept. 5th at this site near the Garden Center outside the Walmart in Cleveland. Northeast Georgians are pitching in to help the...
View ArticleLocal nonprofits awarded Community Impact Grants
PCAH and VFL among 16 nonprofits to get help advancing their missions The North Georgia Community Foundation (NGCF) recently awarded more than $46,950 in grants to fund 16 programs at nonprofit...
View ArticleFriday Night Preview: Unbeaten teams face big tests
Many local teams are still without blemish early on. That will change for many – as Habersham hosts White County and Stephens hosts Rabun. Habersham Central and White County square off in a rivalry...
View ArticleRaiders drop heartbreaker to rivals White County [VIDEO]
Habersham fell 24-21 in a nail-biter, in what marked the second straight season the game between the rivals came down to the final minute. AJ Curry’s final hail mary throw sailed to the back of the...
View ArticleTallulah Falls soccer remains undefeated in victory over Swain County
The Tallulah Falls School varsity soccer team earned a 3-0 shutout victory on Aug. 31 on the road against Swain County High School. The victory improves the Indians early season record to 2-0-1....
View ArticleTruett shuts out Toccoa Falls 14-0 in high-scoring soccer match
The Truett McConnell men’s soccer team scored seven first-half goals in a 14-0 victory over Toccoa Falls Wednesday evening down at Toccoa, GA. The scoring started early in the game when Joao...
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