First Citizens Bank grant supports Boys & Girls Clubs of Lanier
GAINESVILLE, Ga. — The Boys & Girls Clubs of Lanier received a $15,000 Community Development Grant from First Citizens Bank to help maintain safe, functional spaces for youth across Hall, Habersham, and Forsyth counties. The funding supports the organization’s mission to provide children with clean, welcoming...
10 Outdoor Adventures to Try at Stranger Things Filming Locations in Georgia
Georgia sets the stage for Hawkins, and the real-life backdrops make a perfect excuse to get outside. This list pairs iconic filming stops with imaginative adventures so you experience the landscapes, not just the screenshots. From courthouse squares to forest loops and lakeside rambles, every stop adds texture and...
Suspect from 2001 Lumpkin County homicide identified
A suspect in a 2001 Lumpkin County homicide has now been identified through DNA matching. The Lumpkin County Sheriff's Office (LCSO) announced on Thursday that the death of Herman Wilder now has closure for the family. "I was able to meet with some of the family members earlier today at...
A 911 call reported a carjacking. But the sheriff’s office says other crimes were...
A Gainesville man has been charged with false imprisonment and possession of methamphetamine in Habersham County on Monday afternoon, the Habersham County Sheriff’s Department said.
Pendergrass police chief resigns, investigation leads to no charges
After it was reported that Pendergrass Police Chief Billy McDaniel was put on administrative leave after evidence allegedly disappeared, the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) has confirmed no charges will be coming. McDaniel submitted his resignation on Oct. 25. “The investigation has been completed, and Billy...
North Georgia restaurant pays it forward to feed those impacted by government shutdown
PICKENS COUNTY, Ga. — A small restaurant in Pickens County is serving up more than food during the government shutdown -- it’s delivering kindness. The Rolling Snackle Box, located on Highway 53 in Tate, Georgia, has started a “pay it forward” program to help anyone struggling to afford a meal.
Pickens County school employee faces backlash over controversial Halloween costume
PICKENS COUNTY, Ga. — A Pickens County School District employee has issued a public apology after a Halloween costume worn by her and her husband sparked backlash among local parents and community members. Photos circulating on Facebook show Wendy Gleason, a bookkeeper and administrative assistant at Tate Elementary...
Police arrest man after fentanyl, guns seized during investigation in Gwinnett Co.
GWINNETT COUNTY, Ga. — A significant amount of firearms and narcotics, including fentanyl, were found during an investigation, according to the Gwinnett County Police Department. The department says it received a report of a stolen trailer in Norcross on Oct. 30. Flock license plate readers helped officers locate...
‘We’re heading toward a crisis’: Georgia lawmakers warn of dangers AI and chatbots pose...
The event focused on the potential dangers of AI-powered platforms and social media on children’s mental health and safety.
Forsyth County firefighters rescue girl stuck 30 feet up in a tree
Forsyth County firefighters rescued a 10-year-old girl on Monday night who found herself stuck way up in a tree.
