7-Day Forecast: Hot and Dry
Hot and dry weather is coming to Habersham this weekend. Aside from a lack of precip, you can certainly tell we’re barreling towards summer here in Habersham. Expect plenty of sun the next 7 days with...
View ArticleElmer Delton Jackson, Jr.
McGahee-Griffin & Stewart Funeral Home announces the death of Elmer Delton Jackson, Jr., age 71 of Sautee Nacoochee, passed away Wednesday, June 8, 2016. Arrangements are incomplete and will be...
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27 Local Athletes Inducted in Inaugural BLITZ Hall of Fame Class
BLITZ has inducted 27 local athletes into its Inaugural Hall of Fame Class of 2016, as voting was open for two days to the public. In its first year of induction, BLITZ took the top vote-getters in...
View ArticleElsie Mae Andrews
Elsie Mae Andrews, age 96, of Baldwin, Georgia, went to be with The Lord on Tuesday, June 7, 2016. Funeral Services are scheduled for 3:00 p.m., Friday, June 10, 2016 at Lamar Christian Church....
View ArticleClarkesville man arrested on child porn charges
A Clarkesville man is behind bars charged with three counts of possession of child pornography. A release by the GBI says 75-year old David Newcomer was arrested Wednesday morning after state and...
View ArticleSmall crashed, abandoned plane found at HABCO Airport
While responding to report of a “threat” Wednesday at the Habersham County airport, a local sheriff’s deputy found something rather unusual. A public notice by the HCSO on its social media page says...
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Glenn-Ella Springs Inn featured in state culinary guide
Habersham County’s Glen-Ella Springs Inn has made it onto the list of “100 Plates Locals Love” in Georgia’s official 2016 State Culinary Guide. Rack of New Zealand lamb (PHOTO/glenella.com) Now in...
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Piedmont Places 3rd on 2015-16 USA South All-Academic List with 150 Honorees
The tradition of academic excellence continues at Piedmont College as the 2015-16 USA South Academic All-Conference Team was announced with 150 student-athletes donning Green and Gold earning the...
View ArticleIt’s Vacation Bible School time!
School’s out and Vacation Bible School is back in session. Here’s an updated list of VBS programs in our area: Clarkesville Baptist Church: June 12-15 from 5:30-7:30pm nightly. Call Donna Hook at...
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Splashin’ and cruisin’ in Clarkesville
The Summer heat is upon us and Clarkesville’s Friday Night Live has just the theme to cool you down: Downtown Splashdown! On June 17th from 6 -8 PM, the community is invited to the gazebo lawn to...
View ArticleFRESH & LOCAL at the Clarkesville Farmers Market, June 11
From organically-grown fresh fruit, veggies, and herbs―harvested only hours earlier, to local raw honey and jams, baked goodies, and handmade items, the Clarkesville Farmers Market offers much to...
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Outdoor Celebrations Open Summer in Habersham
It may not be officially summer yet, but warm weather and fun have come to Habersham. Alto’s Spring Fling Festival brought out hundreds revelers for food, entertainment and a parade through the center...
View ArticleOrganizer cancels plans for Cornelia Farmers Market this year
It was a challenging task from the get-go; a midseason Farmers Market startup. But it was a task Joshua Scott was up for. Until he wasn’t. The brainchild behind Cornelia’s proposed Friday night...
View ArticleCornelia Farmers Market becomes Family Date Night
The City of Cornelia had hoped to host a Farmers Market on Fridays this summer but that didn’t materialize so instead, city officials have decided to turn what would have been market night into Family...
View ArticleEarl Ivester
Earl Ivester, age 71, Cornelia, Georgia, went to be with The Lord on Friday, June 10, 2016 following an extended illness. Mr. Ivester was born on October 6, 1944, in Habersham County, Georgia to the...
View ArticleNow You See Me 2
Now You See Me 2 is another sequel we seem to be subjected to in this long line of sequels, but this is an exception. Sure, the movie doesn’t make as much impact as a real magician, but we have a lot...
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Hospital Authority and County Commissioners Meet
An unusual meeting of Habersham County leadership teams took place Wednesday afternoon, June 8, at Habersham County Medical Center. First, County Commissioners held a closed Executive Session at 4:30...
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Broken Windows
Isaiah 41:10 (NIV) “So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” One of my first cars,...
View ArticleLee Baird Jackson
Lee Baird Jackson, age 92, formerly of Cornelia, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, June 11, 2016. Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by Whitfield Funeral Home, South Chapel, Baldwin,...
View ArticleDavid Anthony Shackelford
David Anthony Shackelford, age 56, of Cornelia, Georgia, passed away on Friday, June 10, 2016 following a sudden illness. Memorial Services are scheduled for 6:30 p.m., Sunday, June 12th at The Lord’s...
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