Cherokee County deputies searching for subject of police chase west of Canton
CHEROKEE COUNTY, Ga. — Deputies in Cherokee County are searching for a man after they said a police chase took them to an area west of Canton. According to a be-on-the-lookout notice posted Wednesday afternoon by the Cherokee County Sheriff's Office, the suspect fled on foot on Ramply Trail near where it meets...
Georgia couple stood up to pine straw scammers, others swindled
A Georgia couple was recently the target of pine straw scammers who offered to spread $30 worth of pine straw at their home, but ended up demanding $1,600. A Jackson County Sheriff’s Office report shows that, unlike many victims, who pay all or some of the exorbitant fee, this couple stood their ground and refused....
Big-name stars expected as secret film project shoots in Lawrenceville
Social media has been buzzing with speculation, with guesses ranging from a mayonnaise commercial to a Hallmark Christmas movie.
Gwinnett mother to spend life in prison for beating 8-year-old daughter to death
A Norcross mother has pled guilty to murder and abuse charges related to the beating death of her 8-year-old daughter, Amari Hall, and has been sentenced to life in prison.
Publix Opens New Stores in South Carolina and Georgia; Nicole Krauss and Jared Glover...
MAULDIN, SC & BRASELTON, GA - Publix announced the opening of its 48,387-sq.-ft. Braselton Village location at 1060 Braselton Village Pkwy. in Braselton, GA, and its 48,387-sq.-ft. The Shops at Arden Woods location at 1311 Fork Shoals Rd. in Mauldin, SC. “We are thrilled to welcome customers to their new...
Myers Elementary Recognized as Title I Reward School
The Hall County School District is proud to announce that the State of Georgia Department of Education has recognized Myers Elementary School a Title I Reward School. Principal Marla Lear said, “The Myers School community is beaming with pride and joy as it celebrates a remarkable achievement that reflects years of...
School “error” sends students’ private info to one parent
CANTON, Ga. — Cherokee County's school system says it inadvertently shared personal data from students with a parent. "Information was released to someone who was not authorized to see those records," said Jessica Garcia Flores, the mother of a second grader. She says the county shared with her a sheaf of documents...
Wednesday is Derby Day at North Georgia State Fair
Wednesday is Derby Day at the North Georgia State Fair, presented by Superior Plumbing. The night’s special events kick off at 7 p.m. with the Kids Power Wheels Derby, a new addition making its debut this year. Afterward, guests can tune in to the Demolition Derby, which will feature $5,000 in cash prizes for...
Guardians say Forsyth County’s fare increase limits lives of disabled adults
FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — A group of residents say a fare increase in Forsyth County’s rideshare program is making it too expensive for those with special needs to get around. Diane Spencer and other guardians appeared at the Sept. 18 Forsyth County Commission meeting to speak against the price hike, asking commissioners...
Anticipation Builds for the Cumming Fair
With the fall starting, residents of Forsyth County are gearing up for one of the region’s largest fall traditions. The Cumming Country Fair and Festival is set for October 2-12. The fair promises rides, food and entertainment. The fair runs for 11 days, featuring a full schedule of attractions....
