Home heating assistance available this winter
The annual Energy Assistance Program is getting ready to help eligible households with home heating costs this winter. The program, through Ninth District Opportunity, provides a one-time payment made directly to your home energy supplier once your application is approved. Appointments are required, and scheduling...
Forsyth County Board of Commissioners honors Parks and Recreation Staff for Exemplary Service
Forsyth County Department of Parks and Recreation staff members were recently honored at a Forsyth County Board of Commissioners meeting on Thursday, Nov. 20. County officials said three Parks & Recreation staff members received awards from the Georgia Recreation and Parks Association for 2025 at both the District 7...
Quest for the Best Oxtail Takeout
In the quest for the best Oxtail takeout spots, social media users have been sharing their top picks. Oxtail, a popular dish in many cultures, is often slow-cooked until tender and served with a variety of sides. The discussion was sparked by a post on social media where a user asked for recommendations on where to...
Georgia 400 lane closures ahead for Express expansion, GDOT says
These closures will affect both northbound and southbound lanes along a 16-mile stretch from the MARTA North Springs Station in Fulton County to north of McFarland Parkway in Forsyth County.
McClure High senior earns statewide recognition for leadership
Jasmine Osorio-Antonio is getting a jump on her long-term career goals, and the world is taking notice. A senior at McClure Health Science High School in Duluth, Osorio-Antonio is constantly on the go with her involvement in a host of business-and-technology related concerns, including her school’s Coding Club, DECA...
Light rain, wintry mix possible in North Georgia Sunday
ATLANTA - North Georgia is in for a damp and chilly Sunday as clouds thicken and light rain spreads into the region. "We stay dry through most of the evening tonight as that cloud cover continues to intensify," said FOX 5 Storm Team Meteorologist Laurann Robinson. "Overnight is where we’re going to start to see those...
12 Georgia Backroad Cafés Where Cold Nights Call For Big Bowls And Bigger Biscuits
Discover Georgia’s charming backroad cafés that offer warmth, comfort, and delicious Southern cuisine. Each café has its own unique character, perfect for a chilly night. Nestled in the heart of Dawsonville, Country Cafe is where locals gather for comfort. Imagine walking in from the cold to the smell of buttery...
Dahlonega man killed in head-on collision on Highway 115
LUMPKIN COUNTY, Ga. — A Dahlonega man has been identified as the driver killed in a head-on collision Friday night on Highway 115. Lumpkin County Coroner Mark Cox confirmed the victim as 32-year-old Christopher Parker. The crash happened around 8 p.m. on November 28 near the intersection of Hwy....
Intense Debate: Two Individuals Accused of Trafficking Fentanyl, Methamphetamine, and Cocaine in Georgia
WSB-TV Atlanta - 11/25/2025 04:49:00 PM. A recent news story has been making waves in Georgia, where two individuals, Jared Dickerson and Chelsea Taylor, were arrested in Pickens County on charges of drug trafficking. The arrest occurred during a traffic stop, where deputies discovered and seized over 1.5 pounds of...
Atlanta Botanical Garden lights up in Midtown, Gainesville
The show, running through Jan. 11, will glow with the Garden’s storied oaks, hickories and poplars beckoning guests with their massive trunks wrapped in every color. New this year is the addition of the 11 dazzling tree sculptures from this summer’s “Enchanted Trees” by Poetic Kinetics.
