• Assistant Superintendent David Leenman speaks before the Board of Education Monday night to talk about the first day of school at the secondary level. During Thursday’s work session, Leenman presented quotes the school system received for a 500 Chromebook purchase. (Hannah Caudell/Staff)

    Assistant Superintendent David Leenman speaks before the Board of Education Monday night to talk about the first day of school at the secondary level. During Thursday’s work session, Leenman presented quotes the school system received for a 500 Chromebook purchase. (Hannah Caudell/Staff)

    BOE approves 500 Chromebook purchase

    Monday, August 10, 2026

    By Hannah CaudellMany Habersham County students are about to get brand new Chromebooks.On Monday night, the Habersham County Board of Education voted unanimously to purchase 500 new Chromebooks through Princeton IT Services Inc.
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    Friday, August 7, 2026

    Students are returning for the first day of classes at Habersham County Schools today, Friday, Aug. 7. This week, schools held open houses where students and parents could meet the teachers, fill out important paperwork and learn more about the upcoming school year.
  • Dr. Stuart Sanders stands the plethora of equipment now available in the Rehabilitation and Orthopedics Complex at NGMC Habersham. When he started the rehabilitation program, it had only three pieces of equipment. (Samantha Sinclair/Staff)

    Dr. Stuart Sanders stands the plethora of equipment now available in the Rehabilitation and Orthopedics Complex at NGMC Habersham. When he started the rehabilitation program, it had only three pieces of equipment. (Samantha Sinclair/Staff)

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    Keeping hearts healthy

    Wednesday, August 5, 2026

    By Samantha SinclairDr. Stuart Sanders is known as the country doctor who does cardiac rehab.The internal medicine physician started the Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation program at the hospital in Demorest 40 years ago — one the first in the nation.
  • Taylor Pass plays trumpet in time with the other wind ensemble players during band practice on Thursday morning. (Hannah Caudell/Staff)

    Taylor Pass plays trumpet in time with the other wind ensemble players during band practice on Thursday morning. (Hannah Caudell/Staff)

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    Encore performance

    Friday, July 31, 2026

    by Hannah Caudell and Noah AnsleyIt’s a new era for the Habersham Central Band of Blue, with a brand new show and a veteran band director.
  • Sid Porter poses for a photo at Vintage Sound Studio in Clarkesville. (Noah Ansley/Staff)

    Sid Porter poses for a photo at Vintage Sound Studio in Clarkesville. (Noah Ansley/Staff)

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    Reflecting on love

    Wednesday, July 29, 2026

    By Noah AnsleySid Porter wants the whole world to know he loves his wife. He even wrote a song about it.Porter, a local musician, released a song titled “Love You” on June 21 in honor of his 18th wedding anniversary with his wife Danielle.

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    Juanita Broom, right, smiles at Christine Hopkinson as they do a resistance band workout during the wellness retreat at Glen-Ella Springs Inn and Restaurant. (Samantha Sinclair/Staff)

    Juanita Broom, right, smiles at Christine Hopkinson as they do a resistance band workout during the wellness retreat at Glen-Ella Springs Inn and Restaurant. (Samantha Sinclair/Staff)

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    Resetting the mind

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    Friday, August 7, 2026
    By Samantha SinclairDr. Michelle Seidling’s plans are coming together.
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    Friday, July 31, 2026
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    Habersham Central outfielder Sydney McCalmon (23) slides in safely during the softball game between Habersham Central and Commerce at American Veterans Memorial Park on Wednesday, Aug. 5. (Landen Todd/Staff)

    Habersham Central outfielder Sydney McCalmon (23) slides in safely during the softball game between Habersham Central and Commerce at American Veterans Memorial Park on Wednesday, Aug. 5. (Landen Todd/Staff)

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    Lady Raiders pick up first win

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    Friday, August 7, 2026
    By Landen ToddThe Lady Raiders (1-1) beat Commerce (0-1) on the road 13-9 in a high-scoring affair...
    Habersham Central infielder Oaklee Jackson (5), left, throws the ball during the softball game between Stephens County and Habersham Central at Raider Field on Monday, Aug. 3. (Landen Todd/Staff)

    Habersham Central infielder Oaklee Jackson (5), left, throws the ball during the softball game between Stephens County and Habersham Central at Raider Field on Monday, Aug. 3. (Landen Todd/Staff)

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    Stephens County edges out Lady Raiders

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    Wednesday, August 5, 2026
    By Landen ToddHabersham Central softball fell short in a 3-2 defensive battle against the Lady...
    Habersham Central rising senior Kayla Stevens prepares to hit the ball during the scrimmage between Banks County and Habersham Central at Raider Field on Tuesday, July 21. (Landen Todd/Staff)

    Habersham Central rising senior Kayla Stevens prepares to hit the ball during the scrimmage between Banks County and Habersham Central at Raider Field on Tuesday, July 21. (Landen Todd/Staff)

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    New Raider season starts next week

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    Friday, July 31, 2026
    By Landen ToddSummer work for Habersham Central Athletics has come to a close, and now fall sports...
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