15 Georgia Buffets That Still Deliver on Value and Variety
Hungry for an all-you-can-eat lineup that still respects your wallet and your taste buds? Georgia’s buffet scene is stacked with hometown staples and global mashups that make second helpings a smart move. From sizzling hibachi stations to Southern comfort classics, these spots deliver real value without skimping on...
Siena brings ‘Meditalian’ fusion cuisine to Alpharetta
ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Siena, a restaurant offering a bold fusion of Mediterranean and Italian cuisine, opened Dec. 20 in Alpharetta, giving food enthusiasts a chance to gather around soulful dishes. The “Meditalian” flavors naturally complement one another, co-owner Aïda Lemma said in an email interview. She said she...
Ga. woman celebrates holidays with 66 Christmas trees in home
ATLANTA, Ga. — Countless people found themselves in the same boat as Vicki Roberts and Yuvraj Rallaballi this Christmas Eve: waiting until almost the last minute to do some holiday shopping. “I’ve come here a lot. I live close by and I’ve never seen this parking lot this packed,”...
Forsyth County Jeepers deliver Christmas Eve cookies to 15 stations
FORSYTHE COUNTY, Ga. - Firefighters across Forsyth County received a holiday surprise on Christmas Eve as members of the Forsyth County Jeepers rolled through the county delivering cookies and milk as part of the group’s 10th annual cookie drive. The Jeep club visited all 15 fire departments in Forsyth...
Deadly Clash Over Dogs Shatters Peace in Gainesville Park
The Shocking Turn of Events (Image Credits: Unsplash) Gainesville, Georgia – A routine stroll through a local park ended in unimaginable tragedy when a dispute between two dog owners escalated into fatal gunfire. The Shocking Turn of Events Authorities reported that the incident unfolded on a Sunday afternoon,...
Mother says son traumatized after nail salon dispute: ‘You just put your hands on...
GWINNETT COUNTY, Ga. - The mother of an 8-year-old boy who Gwinnett County police say was held inside a nail salon during a dispute over a bill says the incident crossed a line and should never happen in any business. Gwinnett County nail salon employee arrested. The backstory:. Police say...
Cherokee County, GA – Traffic Update: Bells Ferry Road Reopens After Closure
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Cherokee County, GA – Bells Ferry Road has officially reopened, according to the Cherokee Sheriff’s Office. The department shared the update on social media late Friday morning, confirming that the roadway...
Hit-and-run charge dismissed for man accused of killing 8-year-old in DUI crash
Cuahuizo-Varela is charged with driving under the influence and homicide by vehicle. He is accused of slamming into a Honda Civic with several children in it.
Family demands justice after beloved grandfather and dog gunned down in front of wife...
GAINESVILLE, Ga. — Terry Loden's marriage of 50 years was wiped away in a blink after he was inexplicably gunned down in front of his wife's eyes while the two were walking their dog at a Lake Lanier park on Sunday. Now, his family is demanding justice, and calling...
Health Inspectors Cite Multiple Violations at Vietnamese Restaurant in Duluth
[Editor’s note: The report mentioned here is from an inspection conducted on December 22 and may not represent the future health inspection status of the food establishment.]. Health officials with the Gwinnett-Newton-Rockdale Health Department inspected The BEP Corner on December 22. The restaurant reported an...

















