GDOT Unveils Plans to Transform SR 316 into Limited-Access Facility, Affecting Barrow, Gwinnett, and...
The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) wrapped up its study on the future of SR 316, a significant stretch of highway cutting through Barrow County. The analysis, detailed on the Barrow County's official website, laid out the state's plan to overhaul a section of the road from I-85 in Gwinnett County to SR...
Woodstock to Honor Veterans with Annual Ceremony on November 11
Woodstock is set to host its annual Veterans Day Ceremony on November 11, marking a day of remembrance and honor for those who have served in the armed forces. The event, a collaborative effort by the City of Woodstock and local veterans' organizations, will commence at 6 pm at The Chambers at City Center, per an...
Taiwanese Fried Chicken And Coffee Concept Opening in Alpharetta
ALPHARETTA, GA — Java Saga, the Taiwanese fried chicken and coffee concept from co-owner Amy Lee, is expanding with a new location planned for 2905 Jordan Ct, Suite H, Alpharetta, GA 30004. Lee told Business Debut the team is targeting an opening in the first or second quarter of...
Funeral plans made for woman found shot to death in Duluth shopping center parking...
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - Funeral arrangements have been announced for the woman who was found shot to death in the parking lot of a Duluth shopping center. Elajia Johnae Whitley’s funeral will be held on Friday, Nov. 21, at 1 p.m. at the Gregory B. Levett and Sons Funeral Home in Conyers. A public viewing...
Veterans say service dogs from Top Dogg K9 Foundation saved their lives
LILBURN, Ga. — Army veteran Alan Baker said his service dog helped him find joy again after years of isolation. “I stopped going to the gym, stopped going to church, I stopped living,” Baker said. “With my dog, I’m everywhere. I love it.”. Baker served 32...
CCSD Schools Recognized as Georgia Math, Literacy Leaders
Sixteen Cherokee County School District schools have earned statewide honors in recognition of exceptional student success in mastering core academic skills!. The Literacy Leader and Math Leader honors recognize schools for exceptional student achievement, growth, or both on the annual Georgia Milestones Assessment...
Warming stations set to open in metro Atlanta county due to cold weather
Gwinnett County officials say, “residents who visit the sites will be able to warm up, eat a meal, and get some rest.”
Storms turn to cold air this weekend in North Georgia
ATLANTA - It’s time to bundle up, Georgia — a true taste of winter is on the way. "This weekend, folks need to get prepared," said FOX 5 Storm Team Meteorologist Greg Majewski. "This is a truly winter air mass coming at us." After a mild Friday and...
Cherokee County, GA – Scam Alert: Fake Sheriff Calls Target Families
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Cherokee County, GA – Residents are being warned about a new phone scam targeting families of individuals who have been arrested, according to the Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office. Authorities said callers...
Severe storm brings hail, strong winds to parts of Northeast Georgia
A cluster of thunderstorms developed around 2:30PM on Saturday in western Hall County. As they moved to the east, they strengthened with one cell eventually becoming severe warned from east of Gainesville to the South Carolina line. Heather Gwaltney shared this photo with us on Facebook of prolific hail in...

















