Rumors and Reactions: Crust Pizza’s Potential Move to Main Street
There have been rumors circulating on social media that Crust Pizza, a popular local eatery, is planning to relocate to the former Off Leash building located at the intersection of Main Street and Old Milton. The speculation started on a Reddit thread, where users discussed the potential move and its implications for...
Tree clearing signals start of massive $4.6 billion Georgia 400 interstate overhaul
FULTON COUNTY, Ga. — If you've been driving along Georgia 400 between Sandy Springs and Forsyth County over the course of the past few weeks, chances are you've noticed trees being clear cut across the highway. That's because early construction has officially begun on the massive $4.6 billion toll...
Cherokee County to give send-off to WWII fighter pilot know as ‘The Captain’ who...
CHEROKEE COUNTY, Ga. — When a hero takes his final ride, a community shows up. Cherokee County will come together Tuesday to honor Claude Levinge, a 103-year-old World War II, Korean War and Vietnam fighter pilot who passed away in early November. Known simply as "The Captain," Levinge was...
Cherokee County man convicted of child molestation, district attorney says
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — A Cherokee County man has been convicted of raping and molesting a child, according to the district attorney. The district attorney said Michael Clay Downey, 40, was convicted of raping and molesting a child under the age of 12 in a home in Canton. According to the district...
Do you live in one of Georgia’s wealthiest counties? See the top 10 in...
Do you live in one of Georgia's wealthiest cities? SmartAsset, a financial technology company, has calculated the wealthiest counties of every state across the U.S. in 2025 using population's median income, investment income and median home value. It has given a wealth index based on those factors to determine which...
Dog park and pickleball courts coming to Woodstock
A new canine-friendly development is coming to Woodstock, including a dog park, dog day care and pickleball courts. On Nov. 17, the Woodstock City Council unanimously approved a request from Rally Yard, LLC for a conditional use permit to allow a recreational center at 7654 and 7664 Main St., at the Main Street and...
12 Small-Town Georgia Cafés Where The Biscuit Basket Always Hits The Table First
In Georgia’s charming small towns, biscuits are more than just a side dish—they’re a tradition. At these delightful cafés, you’re greeted with a basket of warm, fluffy goodness the moment you sit down. Let’s explore the unique personalities of these biscuit havens. Foothill Grill...
Rains stall search efforts for Charles Hosch
Rainfall has briefly stalled formal search efforts for a Gainesville native who went missing nearly two weeks ago on Blood Mountain. Charles Hosch, age 67, currently of Dallas, Texas, was last seen hiking the Byron Herbert Reece Trail on Nov. 11. Since then, law enforcement and volunteers from across the North...
Georgia DOT awards $24.4-million for electric vehicle charging stations, one coming to Hall County
The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) announced that the State Transportation Board approved the second round of National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Program awards on Thursday. GDOT says the action advances efforts to build a reliable fast-charging network to support the adoption of electric...
Socomec to Open $10M Facility, Add 300 Jobs in Georgia
Socomec is expanding its North American footprint with a $10 million investment in a new production and operations facility in Suwanee, Georgia. The France-based electrical systems manufacturer plans to create approximately 300 new jobs as part of the move, strengthening its capacity to serve customers across the...

















