HABERSHAM COUNTY, Ga. – An elderly Cornelia woman initially thought a family member had entered her home around 8 a.m. Thursday, but after calling out a second time, she realized a man had forced his way into the residence just outside the city limits on East Walnut Street. The man fled through the front door […]

CORNELIA, Ga. — A former City of Cornelia Information Technology director has been arrested following an investigation into the alleged theft of more than $95,000 from the city. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation announced Monday that Jeremy Ron Dundore, 46, of Clarkesville, was arrested and charged with two counts of theft by deception and one […]

HABERSHAM COUNTY, Ga. — A second Habersham County Sheriff’s Office deputy has been fired and arrested after an internal audit found he allegedly accessed license plate data for personal purposes, according to the sheriff’s office. Former Deputy Jonathan Thomas is accused of accessing the agency’s Flock camera system and using retained license plate information for […]

GEORGIA — Republican leaders and supporters from across Georgia are set to gather in Warner Robins this weekend for the Central Georgia Fish Fry 2026. The Houston, Peach and Bibb County Republican parties will present the event on Saturday, Aug. 22, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Roy H. “Sonny” Watson Health Pavilion, […]

HABERSHAM COUNTY, Ga. — A Habersham County Sheriff’s deputy has been fired and arrested after investigators determined he improperly accessed Flock Safety camera data for personal reasons, according to the Habersham County Sheriff’s Office. The sheriff’s office announced Friday, July 31, that former deputy Christian Brewer allegedly accessed license plate data through the county’s Flock […]

GEORGIA – Georgia voters narrowed the field in the state’s open gubernatorial race Tuesday, setting up a high-profile general election contest to replace term-limited Gov. Brian Kemp. On the Republican side, businessman and healthcare executive Rick Jackson scored an upset victory over Lt. Gov. Burt Jones, winning the GOP nomination despite Jones receiving endorsements from […]

HABERSHAM COUNTY, Ga. — A 19-year-old Jonesboro man died Sunday afternoon after an accidental drowning at Panther Creek Falls, according to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources Law Enforcement Division. Game Wardens responded to the scene at approximately 4 p.m. on June 7 following reports of a drowning at the popular hiking destination in Habersham […]

HABERSHAM COUNTY, Ga. — A combination of modern technology and cooperation between law enforcement agencies led to the safe recovery of a missing 12-year-old Habersham County girl and the arrest of a suspect in Florida, according to the Habersham County Sheriff’s Office. The girl was reported missing from the Mt. Airy area on Thursday, May […]

*Sponsored by the McColumn for Leadership Fund* GEORGIA – Retired Brigadier General Jonathan McColumn is bringing a message of “Back to the Basics” to Georgia voters as he campaigns for the U.S. Senate, promoting what he describes as a constitutional, compassionate, and conservative vision for the country. McColumn, a retired U.S. Army officer with 35 […]

MOUNT AIRY, Ga. — A Habersham County man has been arrested and charged following an investigation into the distribution of child sexual abuse material, according to authorities. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation identified the suspect as Adrian Machuca, 26, of Mount Airy. He faces two counts of sexual exploitation of children. The case began after […]

BALDWIN, Ga. — A former assistant police chief in Baldwin has been arrested and charged following an investigation into missing funds from the department’s evidence room, authorities said. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation announced the arrest of Justin Ferguson, 41, of Clarkesville. Ferguson faces felony charges of theft by taking and violation of oath of […]

GEORGIA – Conservative Senator Steve Gooch is stepping up where others are content to grandstand, delivering real action to shield Georgians from the rising tide of lawlessness pushed by the far left. In the wake of media-fueled hysteria that has seen protesters storm churches mid-service to harass worshippers, Gooch didn’t hesitate. He introduced SB 591, […]

GEORGIA – February 17 – As State Senator for Georgia’s 51st District and the Republican frontrunner for Lieutenant Governor, I am committed to putting Georgia families first and aligning our state with President Trump’s America First agenda. Last week, I introduced Senate Bill 465, a targeted measure to hold businesses accountable and discourage the hiring […]

It’s no secret that the Iranian government is America’s enemy. They hate our freedom and our Christian values, they persecute anyone who questions them, and they sponsor terror around the globe. When I found out that the daughter of a senior Iranian official who threatened our troops and President Trump was employed at Emory, I […]

HABERSHAM COUNTY, Ga. – An 84-year-old Clarkesville man remains in custody following an alleged road rage incident that occurred Wednesday afternoon in Habersham County, according to the Habersham County Sheriff’s Office. Officials said Jesse Lafayette Parker turned himself in Wednesday afternoon and was arrested on three counts of aggravated assault and one count of possession […]

HABERSHAM COUNTY, Ga. – A 63-year-old Cornelia man was injured in a single-vehicle crash Tuesday on Camp Creek Road in Demorest, according to the Georgia State Patrol. Troopers said a Toyota Tacoma was traveling south on Camp Creek Road when the driver, identified as Terry Loudermilk, failed to maintain his lane while negotiating a curve. […]