• Clarkesville native Zac Bonner poses with his 1966 Plymouth Fury III during the L3R Memorial Foundation car show at Habersham Central High School on Saturday, Oct. 24. Bonner was a top-ten winner. (Landen Todd/Staff)

    Clarkesville native Zac Bonner poses with his 1966 Plymouth Fury III during the L3R Memorial Foundation car show at Habersham Central High School on Saturday, Oct. 24. Bonner was a top-ten winner. (Landen Todd/Staff)

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    Cars support kids

    Wednesday, October 28, 2026

    By Landen ToddThe community came together for a car show that raises money for children in need of Christmas gifts.L3R Memorial Foundation held its first car show at Habersham Central High School on Saturday, Oct. 24.It was a $20 entry free for any type of vehicle to enter.
  • Jamie Tyler, Shawn McClure, Randi Seabolt and Kyle Shelton of the Last Call Honor Guard present the colors for the Pledge of Allegiance at the Shop with a Hero Benefit Car Show in May. (Samantha Sinclair/Staff)

    Jamie Tyler, Shawn McClure, Randi Seabolt and Kyle Shelton of the Last Call Honor Guard present the colors for the Pledge of Allegiance at the Shop with a Hero Benefit Car Show in May. (Samantha Sinclair/Staff)

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    Honoring those who came before

    Friday, October 23, 2026

    By Kimberly BrownHonoring those who left a legacy in public safety is why Habersham’s Last Call Honor Guard exists.Last Call Honor Guard is comprised of public safety members, primarily firefighters, from Habersham and surrounding counties, including some retired from public safety.
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    Pumpkin perfect

    Wednesday, October 21, 2026

    Downtown Clarkesville was filled with families enjoying the fall weather and fun at the city’s Fall Festival Saturday. Vendors filled the square, and families could pick out pumpkins and scarecrows, participate in a cupcake walk and go on a hayride.
  • Myloe Moore and Tania Morales light a candle for domestic violence victims during Circle of Hope’s fifth annual Hope Walk held last week. (Submitted)

    Myloe Moore and Tania Morales light a candle for domestic violence victims during Circle of Hope’s fifth annual Hope Walk held last week. (Submitted)

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    Stories of survival

    Friday, October 16, 2026

    By Kimberly BrownEveryone should feel safe in his or her own home.
  • Shady Grove Baptist Church Pastor Sherrod Aiken, along with other volunteers, prays over the cots the Matthew 25 Alliance will use for the warming center as winter approaches. (Hannah Caudell/Staff)

    Shady Grove Baptist Church Pastor Sherrod Aiken, along with other volunteers, prays over the cots the Matthew 25 Alliance will use for the warming center as winter approaches. (Hannah Caudell/Staff)

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    Helping our neighbors

    Wednesday, October 14, 2026

    By Hannah CaudellWhat community do you want your children to grow up in?That  question was posed by Pastor John Harrison of Nacoochee Presbyterian Church during Matthew 25 Alliance’s “Lunch and Learn” event on Sunday at Cornelia First Baptist Church.It was the third training session of its kind the...

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    Pattie Rollins takes a look at sample ballots available at the entrance to the Ruby Fulbright Aquatic Center before voting Monday afternoon. (Samantha Sinclair/Staff)

    Pattie Rollins takes a look at sample ballots available at the entrance to the Ruby Fulbright Aquatic Center before voting Monday afternoon. (Samantha Sinclair/Staff)

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    Competition starts between voting precincts

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    By Samantha SinclairFriendly banter between two advance voting precincts turned into a friendly...
    The Demorest Police Department won a first place Governor’s Challenge Award. (File)

    The Demorest Police Department won a first place Governor’s Challenge Award. (File)

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    Wednesday, October 28, 2026
    By Samantha SinclairThe Demorest Police Department is once again among the best in the state when...
    Gov. Brian Kemp has suspended Georgia’s motor fuel tax until Thankgiving to combat soaring prices at the pump. (Landen Todd/Staff)

    Gov. Brian Kemp has suspended Georgia’s motor fuel tax until Thankgiving to combat soaring prices at the pump. (Landen Todd/Staff)

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    Wednesday, October 28, 2026
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    Tallulah Falls state champions Veronica VerBerkmoes, Megan Prince, Eloa Barbosa, Sofia Alderfer, Ida Patterson, Leyre Martinez, Naomi Russo, TFS Coach Jamie Jimison, Lily Denard, Avery Keim, Olivia Henderson and Mary Kate Ball pose with the trophy at Middle Georgia College and State University on Saturday, Oct. 24. (Submitted)

    Tallulah Falls state champions Veronica VerBerkmoes, Megan Prince, Eloa Barbosa, Sofia Alderfer, Ida Patterson, Leyre Martinez, Naomi Russo, TFS Coach Jamie Jimison, Lily Denard, Avery Keim, Olivia Henderson and Mary Kate Ball pose with the trophy at Middle Georgia College and State University on Saturday, Oct. 24. (Submitted)

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    Lady Indians XC take home state title for first time

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    Wednesday, October 28, 2026
    By Landen ToddTallulah Falls School made history by winning the GIAA State Championship for the...
    Habersham Central senior quarterback Paris Wilbanks (7) runs the ball against the Warriors on the road tonight. (Landen Todd/Staff)

    Habersham Central senior quarterback Paris Wilbanks (7) runs the ball against the Warriors on the road tonight. (Landen Todd/Staff)

    Raiders pillage Walnut Grove 35-14

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    Friday, October 23, 2026
    By Landen ToddHabersham Central surged past the Warriors 35-14 on the road tonight.
    Habersham Central senior Parks York (4) tries to stiff arm defender during the football game between Clarke Central and Habersham Central at Raider Stadium on Friday, Oct. 9. (Landen Todd/Staff)

    Habersham Central senior Parks York (4) tries to stiff arm defender during the football game between Clarke Central and Habersham Central at Raider Stadium on Friday, Oct. 9. (Landen Todd/Staff)

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    Raiders look to scuttle Walnut Grove’s ship

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    Friday, October 23, 2026
    By Landen ToddHabersham Central football returns from a restful bye week to take on the Warriors at...
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    Gov. Brian Kemp has suspended Georgia’s motor fuel tax until Thankgiving to combat soaring prices at the pump. (Landen Todd/Staff)

    Gov. Brian Kemp has suspended Georgia’s motor fuel tax until Thankgiving to combat soaring prices at the pump. (Landen Todd/Staff)

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    Wednesday, October 28, 2026
    By Ty TagamiCapitol Beat News ServiceIt has been nearly a month since Gov. Brian Kemp suspended...
    Mount Yonah, popular with hikers, is currently the scene of an investigation by the White County Sheriff’s Department. (Carly Henderson/CNI News Service)

    Mount Yonah, popular with hikers, is currently the scene of an investigation by the White County Sheriff’s Department. (Carly Henderson/CNI News Service)

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    Two bodies found on Mount Yonah

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    Friday, September 11, 2026
    By Carly Henderson
    Stephens County Hospital provides healthcare for Toccoa and surrounding North Georgia communities. (Submitted)

    Stephens County Hospital provides healthcare for Toccoa and surrounding North Georgia communities. (Submitted)

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    Stephens hospital joining Wellstar

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    Friday, September 4, 2026
    by Michael 0’HearnCNI News ServiceStephens County Hospital is partnering with Wellstar Health...
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    Mayor Barrie Aycock's last Clarkesville City Council meeting was Dec. 8, 2025. Aycock was elected to the Clarkesville City Council in 2013, with her term starting in January 2014. She resigned in January 2016 to run for mayor in a special election, and began her term as mayor in March 2016.

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