Poole’s attempt to get Cagle Mill Road development reheard shot down in 2-2 vote
At Thursday's Hall County Commission meeting, District 3 Commissioner Gregg Poole attempted to get an already approved development on Cagle Mill Road reheard by the commission. The reason? Poole says it's because a testimony showing the now-removed planning commissioners had staged the vote. "I recommend we rescind...
Family Movies for $3 at Movie Tavern
The 2026 Kids Movie Magic Series from Movie Tavern runs January 9 through March 1, 2026, with eight family-friendly movies shown on the big screen for just $3 per ticket (+tax). Screenings take place on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. Note: bonus Monday showings on MLK Day (Jan. 19) and Presidents...
Storms bring heavy rains, gusty winds to North Georgia
Storms along a strong front brought heavy rains and gusty winds to North Georgia on Saturday. A Flood Warning remains in effect for the Etowah River in Cherokee County near Canton and downstream of I-575 until further notice. All other flood warnings have been allowed to expire or have been cancelled.
Gwinnett County police investigating homicide at Snellville home
The Gwinnett County Police Department said it is investigating a homicide in Snellville.
Jason Lane retiring after more than a decade as principal at Mill Creek High...
Jason Lane said that from an early age he knew he was destined to be a teacher. “I had always wanted to be a teacher growing up,” said Lane, who for the last 13-plus years has served as principal at Mill Creek High School. “I really enjoyed school, and teachers had a huge impact on my life. “When I went to college, I...
Chattanooga to Atlanta: Heavy Rainfall Brings Flash Flood Risk in North Georgia Until 7...
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Rome, Georgia – Heavy rain sweeping across northwest Georgia could trigger flash flooding through Saturday evening, with 2 to 4 inches of rainfall expected and isolated spots seeing even higher totals....
East Hall Middle School principal to leave district
The Hall County School District (HCSD) announced Friday that East Hall Middle School Principal Dr. Jamie Hitzges would be leaving the district at the end of the 2025-2026 school year. Hitzges is reportedly leaving to pursue other professional opportunities. He has been in the district for nine years, previously as...
Facebook Marketplace sale in Athens goes bad when gun displayed
Two Gwinnett County women were robbed after they agreed to meet with a man after dark on Wednesday on an east Athens residential street to sell him a PlayStation game console. The man placed the PlayStation 5 in a bag, then told the women, “I’m not gonna lie. Y’all need to get outta here.” The thief, described in an...
More office and retail proposed for Village at River Green
A developer building homes and commercial space in the River Green area in Canton is seeking permission from city officials to scrap plans for condominiums and instead build more office and retail space there. On Jan. 8, the Canton City Council held a public hearing to discuss a request from Michelle Horstemeyer,...
Flash Flood Warnings in effect across North Georgia
Heavy rain has brought several Flash Flood Warnings to North Georgia Saturday morning. 3-4″ of rain has fallen across the region with an additional 1-2″ possible through mid/late afternoon. **A Flash Flood Warning is in effect for Dawson, Lumpkin and Eastern Pickens County until 5PM Saturday.**. **A Flash...
