Farmers market needs vendors
Due to the increased demand for locally grown, chemical-free produce, the Clarkesville Farmers Market is seeking more vendors. If you or someone you know would like to join the market, contact the...
View ArticleMina Sue Strickland Merrick
Funeral services for Mina Sue Strickland Merrick, age 89 of Clarkesville will be held on Saturday, August 20, 2016 at 11:30 AM at the Clarkesville United Methodist Church. Mrs. Merrick passed away on...
View ArticleFriday Night Preview: Raiders Play Host to East Hall
Friday night marks the official beginning to the new era in Raiders football as they play host on their new field to local opponents East Hall, whom Habersham hasn’t played since 1985. BLITZ Game of...
View ArticleRoad closure during Raiders’ home football games
The section of Camp Creek Road between Hwy. 197 South and Owens Circle will be closed during home football games The Habersham County Sheriff’s Office is alerting drivers that Camp Creek Road will be...
View ArticleCat tests positive for rabies in Sky Lake area
(Cleveland)- White County Environmental Health officials report another case of rabies in the county. Sean Sullivan White County Environmental Health Manager said Thursday the latest incident involved...
View ArticleStella S. Thompson
Stella S. Thompson age 94 of Cornelia, Georgia passed away on Wednesday, August 17, 2016 following an extended illness. Born in Habersham County on November 23, 1921, she was a daughter of the late...
View ArticleInto the Abyss
One of the toughest parts of life is watching someone we love heading into an abyss. I imagine it as though I’m standing on the shoreline – the waters are calm – my friend is in a boat, paddling,...
View ArticleFree Movie, Classic Cruise In tonight in Clarkesville
Clarkesville Main Street continues two popular summer events tonight: Friday Night Live’s Classic Cruise In on the square, followed by a free movie under the stars in Pitts Park. The Classic Cruise...
View ArticleDaily Scripture
“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” -Romans 15:13 The post Daily Scripture appeared first on...
View ArticleFootball Friday Forecast
Your exclusive football forecast for the Habersham Central Raiders. Howdy Raiders! If you are headed out to the opening home game of the year at Habersham Central Stadium, be sure to bring along an...
View ArticleMageline Chapman Taylor
Mageline Chapman Taylor, age 97, of Demorest, Georgia, passed away on Thursday, August 18, 2016. Mrs. Taylor was born on October 3, 1918, in Habersham County, Georgia, to the late Mr. and Mrs....
View ArticleJames “Jim” Neely
James “Jim” Neely, age 78, of Cornelia, Georgia, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, August 19, 2016, following an extended illness. Jim was born on August 5, 1938, in Allred, Tennessee, to the...
View ArticleAntique car & truck show at Habersham Fairgrounds this weekend
The Northeast Georgia Antique Auto Region 39th Annual Antique Auto Car and Truck Show is being held this weekend in Clarkesville. The show also features a large swap meet and arts & crafts. It...
View ArticleRaiders Win Big To Start 1-0
Habersham fans flocked to Mt. Airy for the “white out” to see the Raiders play their first game on the newly renovated John Larry Black Field. The Raiders didn’t disappoint as they took a 45-13 win...
View ArticleWeekend Forecast: Damp
Expect a pretty damp weekend, but a cold front swings through late Sunday. Good morning folks. Expect a rinse/wash/repeat of yesterday with isolated morning showers giving way to more widespread...
View ArticleTop ranked basketball player visits SHMS
Coaches middle school athletes on how to win off the court Kianna Holland, current Ohio State University Women’s basketball player, spoke to several Habersham County basketball players at South...
View ArticlePrep football: Week 0 scores
High school football scores of regional interest for Friday, August 19, 2016: 8-AAAAAA West Hall 10 Gainesville 20 Habersham Central 45 East Hall 13 Lanier 34 Northview 13 Clarke Central 31...
View ArticlePaul Douglas “Doug” Forester
Paul Douglas “Doug” Forester, age 71, of Cornelia, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, August 20, 2016. Mr. Forester was born on November 20, 1944 in Gainesville, Georgia. He was preceded in death by...
View ArticleBaldwin City Councils meets Monday, Aug. 22nd
The Baldwin City Council will hold its regularly scheduled bi-montly meeting on Monday, August 22nd at 6:30 p.m. The agenda includes a number of items to be discussed including E-SPLOST and Animal...
View ArticleClarkesville City Council to discuss budget & rebuilding during work session
The Clarkesville City Council will hold a work session on Monday, August 22nd. The agenda includes discussion of next year’s budget and the downtown development project currently underway....
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