Offset Returns to Norcross for Fourth Annual Toys 4 The Nawf Christmas Charity
GRAMMY-nominated artist, fashion innovator, and philanthropist Offset returned to his hometown of Norcross in Gwinnett County, Georgia, for the fourth annual Toys 4 The Nawf Christmas Charity, continuing a tradition rooted in service and family legacy. Presented alongside the Ann Cephus Family Fund Corporation, the...
Hall County fire destroys house, displaces 5 people
The Hall County Fire Rescue Department said a fire on Sunday night destroyed a house.
Georgia AG charges Woodstock couple with years-long Medicaid fraud scheme
DeKalb County, Georgia – Two owners of a behavioral health service are now facing felony charges after a DeKalb County grand jury accused them of running a Medicaid fraud operation for years that allegedly stole more than $1.4 million from Georgia’s public health system. Attorney General Chris Carr...
Local UNG cadets commissioned as second lieutenants
DAHLONEGA — In a recent ceremony by the University of North Georgia, 36 graduating cadets were awarded commissions as second lieutenants — including two local cadets. Alexander Mankoski, of Stockbridge, was commissioned into the Army National Guard, Chemical Corps. Dayton Morse, of McDonough, was commissioned into...
The first day of winter arrived and may have felt more like the continuation...
The first day of winter in 2025 in the local Walton and Gwinnett County areas arrived on Sunday, Dec. 21 along with the rest of the country – and here it felt a little like a gentle shift rather than a dramatic freeze. In fact, it may have felt more like a continuation of fall – and a pretty mild one at that.
Flowery Branch man to receive free hearing aids from Beltone
Beltone in Flowery Branch recently announced it will be gifting a man with a free pair of hearing aids through the Beltone Hearing Care Foundation. Beltone said Kenneth Hudson was nominated by their local team after he shared his story and the hardship he has faced with hearing loss. Hudson’s...
Two Gainesville City School System employees set to retire at the end of the...
Two prominent figures in the Gainesville City School System will be retiring at the end of the school year. Chief Operations Officer Adrian Niles and Chief Finance Officer Kathy Pethel will officially retire after the summer. Adrian Niles joined Gainesville City School System as Maintenance and Operations Director in...
Athlete Profile: Ariah Mills — Buford High School’s Most Decorated Student-Athlete
High school freshman Ariah Mills is already making history with grit, determination, and a commitment to the grind. Though he just began studying at Buford High School this year, Mills is already widely regarded as one of the most accomplished student athletes to ever attend the school. His sport of...
Thumbs Up Mission hosts 24th Cancer Family Retreat
Gainesville-based Thumbs Up Mission hosted its 24th Cancer Family Retreat in November, serving 86 families currently battling cancer. The retreat at Great Woof Lodge in LaGrange served a total of 384 individuals, and saw 261 volunteers. The weekend aims to provide families with healing, laughter and community. The...
Hall County, GA – Traffic Alert: Major I-985 Delays Near Friendship Road Due to...
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Hall County, GA – Drivers across Northeast Georgia are facing major travel disruptions today after a serious traffic incident shut down multiple lanes on Interstate 985 near Friendship Road. According to...

















